I'm a curator and I LOVE LOVE when conservation is carried out thoughtfully and it makes the object stable enough for display. Creating appropriate mounts for objects is no easy task and the restored sock looks great.
i’m knitting a sock as i’m watching this. it’s amazing to think that, if knitting evolved from nalbinding, then i’m part of a tradition that goes back thousands of years.
Yes! Sock and sandals!!! I’m a knitter and love knitting socks, especially because I can customize the size, appearance and comfort, according to my own taste. I think a sock is an object you can use multiple times, without the need of conforming the material to your feet or legs time and time again, so the Pueblo’s is the only sock for me. Thanks for this video!
I've never heard anyone talk about ancient socks before, and I never knew that socks were even worn by ancient people. Also, those straw lined shoes worn by Otzi look extremely uncomfortable!
These ancient socks are so intimate. What kind of person rocked stripey four colour socks? Was the sock in York mended because the owner was poor, or was it a sentimental clothing item made by someone dear who was far away? Who made sure that Ötzi’s feet would be warm?
If you ever get a chance, the Bata Shoe Museum in Toronto is absolutely fascinating for shoes and socks, and textile conservation as a whole. I saw Napoléon's socks there!
12:10 Shoe-socks? Sockasins is a better word! 12:41 Plaited is not pronounced 'plated' - plait rhymes with cat. (Edit: not in the States, you know-it-all!)
Hi there! I'm human and can make pronunciation mistakes, though I try my best to look up terms and their pronunciations. In terms of "plaited", North American English speakers tend to pronounce like "plated/play-tuhd" and British English speakers "pla-tuhd". Both dialects of English (and any others) are completely valid to us :)
@smitinathan Oh I'm so sorry - I've never heard the word in American English - probably because in America the term braided is more commonly used - we say plaits (plats) in Britain for hair braids...
I'm a curator and I LOVE LOVE when conservation is carried out thoughtfully and it makes the object stable enough for display. Creating appropriate mounts for objects is no easy task and the restored sock looks great.
Thank you so much for that note! That's amazing that you are a curator!
So fascinating! Makes me want to add Nalbinding to my fiber arts skills!
Thank you! We're cheering you on as you try out nalbinding :)
"So, socks and sandals have been a thing for a while." Well played, Dr, Nathan. Well played.
😁 thank you!
I can't speak for anyone else, but I find this just as fascinating as an unearthed settlement.
Thank you!! That comment means a ton!
i’m knitting a sock as i’m watching this. it’s amazing to think that, if knitting evolved from nalbinding, then i’m part of a tradition that goes back thousands of years.
That's amazing! Thanks for sharing that :)
Yes! Sock and sandals!!! I’m a knitter and love knitting socks, especially because I can customize the size, appearance and comfort, according to my own taste. I think a sock is an object you can use multiple times, without the need of conforming the material to your feet or legs time and time again, so the Pueblo’s is the only sock for me. Thanks for this video!
Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and a bit about yourself! I loved hearing your rationale of what you consider a sock.
So, I may now wear socks with sandals, knowing I'm anciently fashionable, not a modern nerd.
Yes, you totally can 🧦🩴
...maybe get Egyptian-themed socks for sandal-wearing...
I've never heard anyone talk about ancient socks before, and I never knew that socks were even worn by ancient people. Also, those straw lined shoes worn by Otzi look extremely uncomfortable!
Thanks for your note Matthew! Your note on Ötzi made me think more about comfort and ancient clothing in general. Thanks for that :)
@@smitinathan You're welcome! 🙂
These ancient socks are so intimate. What kind of person rocked stripey four colour socks? Was the sock in York mended because the owner was poor, or was it a sentimental clothing item made by someone dear who was far away? Who made sure that Ötzi’s feet would be warm?
I love these questions that really consider the individual and their experience. Thank you for sharing them.
As someone who is notorious for losing socks, I truly appreciated this video!
LOVE THIS!! I couldn't find a sock today so I totally relate!
If you ever get a chance, the Bata Shoe Museum in Toronto is absolutely fascinating for shoes and socks, and textile conservation as a whole. I saw Napoléon's socks there!
So good! Thank you.
Thanks so much!
❤.
12:10 Shoe-socks? Sockasins is a better word! 12:41 Plaited is not pronounced 'plated' - plait rhymes with cat. (Edit: not in the States, you know-it-all!)
Hi there! I'm human and can make pronunciation mistakes, though I try my best to look up terms and their pronunciations. In terms of "plaited", North American English speakers tend to pronounce like "plated/play-tuhd" and British English speakers "pla-tuhd". Both dialects of English (and any others) are completely valid to us :)
@smitinathan Oh I'm so sorry - I've never heard the word in American English - probably because in America the term braided is more commonly used - we say plaits (plats) in Britain for hair braids...
@@sillysausage2244 Good to know. Thanks for sharing!
What is fladdened?
Flattened…I think.
Yes, I meant to stay "flattened".Though "fladdened" could be a fun new term for something in the future :)
Oh hai 🧸 😂
🧸 👋🏽