The perfect day for being in the cabin next to the fire. Thanks to the lovely lady for sharing her wonderful talent and artistry. Such a lost art. By the way, you are a mighty oak, Mr. Peter.
Great video Peter! It's so nice to see my friend Barb showcase her talents for the viewers. A wonderful lady with so much knowledge and skill! Thank you for this episode. Cheers!
Only one thing missing from this episode ,,a cat to get into the yarn ! Great point about how the women made it all happen ,,my wife is the most valuable homesteader here !
Ahhhhhhh, so the lovely 'Woodland Escape' a.k.a. Kelly's FORTified Compound, is now bedecked in her 'white finery' = The stuff of Picture Postcards! Beautifully captured by the resident Empress Catherine...thank-you my dear ones for the vid and soOOOoo very interesting 'yarns' about; Who 'sprang' up what, where and how! I simply luv the fact that these 'arts and artisans' have the desire to preserve, continue and teach a true historic craft. The TIME it takes to create these pieces is near to disbelief!. We waste soOOoo much of our precious 'time', There is a definite re-awakening happening...and methinks it 'looms' on the horizon! I can envisage classes of young women and men taking such classes. "Hide not your talents. They for use were made. What's a sundial in the shade?." (Benjamin Franklin). Health an' blessings dear ones! How kind to keep Barbara the night! :)
It's amazing how much time and effort it takes to make these things, but the results are worth it. Seriously Marie, “ it looms on the horizon”, I still have not quite laughing. We love to host any and all living historians, gives me a chance to learn!
Interesting.....I like that little loom at the end. Have something similar/sort of but not really that I use to make hammocks' but need to make some cargo straps and what I have won't work. This little loom is perfect and so simple to make. Today I was making pumpkin pies from the root cellar and watching this.....cheers, thanks for your all you do and for keeping things interesting.
Good video! I have the same idea about planting flax! It is truly mind boggling to think, for thousands of years people had to make their clothing this way! And sails for their ships!! Truly amazing!
Thank you for the wonderful video. I was glad to hear that men did weave back in the day, as i weave myself. I use and inkle loom to make my pouch or powder straps and my sashes and leg ties.
Peter, Thank you so much. We found your channel at Early American. Your videos fill in so much about 18th century life, and they are greatly looked forward to in our home.
I would never have thought that I would find a video on weaving and textiles so interesting but I think that this was incredibly interesting. Thanks for the history lesson.
Same here with the nutmeg, but I have fond memories of irish coffee (jameson) served to me as a teenager - thanks to my Irish Godmother. Thanks for the lovely demonstration Barbara!
i have a 24" table loom that i am still figuring out things with, i would love a floor loom, at the moment i have a double weave on it. i also have weaving cards and an inkle loom, these are both band weavers the cards are an ancient way of making bands that you can create intricate patterns. weaving is both basic and complicated, it also gives you a understanding of how much work goes into clothing
How I would love to live the lifestyle of the past, even at my age, (69) I would love to live out away from most things, but my wife says I’m too old, which is nonsense. I truly enjoyed this video. Thank you so much.
This is one of two channels I watch regularly that deals with 18th Century North American life. The other is Townsends. You hate nutmeg, Townsends absolutely loves it. I hope you don't go to war over this.
A wonderful and educational video. I would adore having a small hand loom with a few shuttles… I am wondering how I might obtain one, or perhaps even make one for myself…
Nice to see someone snow covering the ground surrounding Kelly station. She's very good at what she does. Another great guest on a great video. Thanks.
Swear to god, I was just wondering about this topic last week. Thank you so much for having that wonderful woman on, and I hope to see a little more of her. Nice to see she corrected you, and us, a little about men’s and women's role in it, but men had one role and women another and neither could have survived without the other. These modern feminists just don’t get it. Men had their roles, women theirs, and they complemented each other. It’s a symbiotic, essential relationship. It’s a beautiful combination of two essential parts. At least when it comes to the basics. Anyway, I digress, as always, fascinating video, and the fort looks awesome in winter, though maybe not strong enough to hold back Trudeau from taking your military style flintlocks. Thank you so much for the video.
That snow looks beautiful. But with the heat mostly going up through the roof, how did the heat get transferred through the room before metal stoves. Thank You
It has a cast iron fire back that helps somewhat. The trick is to displace all the coldness in the logs and mortar. This usually happens with a fire going for at least 24 hours. Once warm a smaller fire will keep it warm.
@@DeterminedDIYer Live near water and stay wet all summer, or travel south in winters. Maybe that's why the tribes wandered so much..would still be easier than this, I think..
Drop spindles and knity knoty all you need to make measured skeens of yarn to then knit or weave fabric. Starting phase of making clothes and so on for all your needs. I know far to much knowledge on this subject because my wife is a fiber geek (her words not mine).
@@Jimimac73 Yes you are quite right , famously the Liverpool home end of the stands was known as the Cop , However was not just Liverpool many grounds adopted this title for the home stand, in reverence to the lost soldiers of the Boer war in particular the battle at Spion kop The hill that gave advantage and control of Ladysmith. Initially the home stands were called Spy and Cop for obvious reasons over the years it just got reduced to Cop.
THIS WAS ENJOYABLE, LEARNING HOW THE, FOLKS OF LONG AGO, WOULD DO THINGS!!!!!!! INTEREST, TO HEAR THAT THE TWO OF YOU MENTIONED HOW, YOU DIDN'T LIKE, NUTMEG, BECAUSE JUSTINE, OF EARLY AMERICAN, TALKS ABOUT HOW SH, DOES NOT LIKE NUTMEG. Do take care.
Thank you for the bit of history. It must be wonderful for you to experience first hand the skills of our ancestors.
It’s fascinating to work with the same tools and techniques and to learn from some amazing artisans like Barb!
These skills never cease to amaze me.
You and I both!
Braiding like macrame is an underrated technology. Fascinating video
Thank you so much for your interest.
The perfect day for being in the cabin next to the fire. Thanks to the lovely lady for sharing her wonderful talent and artistry. Such a lost art. By the way, you are a mighty oak, Mr. Peter.
Barb is truly a talented artisan! We are lucky to have her. As to the oak reference, somedays I do feel like an oak and others a willow, lol.
That was absolutely wonderful, thanks for making the video and sharing it with us!
Fascinating and informative episode. Barbara explained the process so well. Again, lovely photography Cathy.
Outstanding video!! Barbara is a historic gem, to say the least. Thank you for sharing, and Very Well Done.
Great video Peter! It's so nice to see my friend Barb showcase her talents for the viewers. A wonderful lady with so much knowledge and skill! Thank you for this episode. Cheers!
Barb is truly talented, glad you enjoyed the video.
Only one thing missing from this episode ,,a cat to get into the yarn ! Great point about how the women made it all happen ,,my wife is the most valuable homesteader here !
Now a cat messy with the yarn would have made a wonderful addition to this episode!
How amazing the time it takes to make one item. The work that goes into each item. Thank you for bringing another great guest.
Barb is a true artisan and a great addition to the channel.
Ahhhhhhh, so the lovely 'Woodland Escape' a.k.a. Kelly's FORTified Compound, is now bedecked in her 'white finery' = The stuff of Picture Postcards! Beautifully captured by the resident Empress Catherine...thank-you my dear ones for the vid and soOOOoo very interesting 'yarns' about; Who 'sprang' up what, where and how! I simply luv the fact that these 'arts and artisans' have the desire to preserve, continue and teach a true historic craft. The TIME it takes to create these pieces is near to disbelief!. We waste soOOoo much of our precious 'time', There is a definite re-awakening happening...and methinks it 'looms' on the horizon! I can envisage classes of young women and men taking such classes. "Hide not your talents. They for use were made. What's a sundial in the shade?." (Benjamin Franklin). Health an' blessings dear ones! How kind to keep Barbara the night! :)
It's amazing how much time and effort it takes to make these things, but the results are worth it. Seriously Marie, “ it looms on the horizon”, I still have not quite laughing. We love to host any and all living historians, gives me a chance to learn!
@@TheWoodlandEscape I barter my words for your smiles! :)
brings new meaning to the word monotony
For some I’m sure, for others perhaps therapeutic, lol!
@@TheWoodlandEscape Keeps the kids off the reefer
Another grand visitor to your place. Thanks to make us discover wonderful people.
Yes, we are fortunate to meet and learn from such talented individuals, and might I say yourself!
Interesting.....I like that little loom at the end. Have something similar/sort of but not really that I use to make hammocks' but need to make some cargo straps and what I have won't work. This little loom is perfect and so simple to make. Today I was making pumpkin pies from the root cellar and watching this.....cheers, thanks for your all you do and for keeping things interesting.
It is a simple design that makes a great workhorse, and I hope it inspires you.
Very interesting and a lovely lady. Makes one realize how important cloth is in our lives.
Barb is all of that and more! Fabric was indeed an important part of frontier life.
Good video! I have the same idea about planting flax! It is truly mind boggling to think, for thousands of years people had to make their clothing this way! And sails for their ships!! Truly amazing!
I’m with you Ian … our ancestors were amazing!
Thank you for the wonderful video. I was glad to hear that men did weave back in the day, as i weave myself. I use and inkle loom to make my pouch or powder straps and my sashes and leg ties.
That’s awesome, I use a similar loom to make some of my own straps as well.
Peter, Thank you so much. We found your channel at Early American. Your videos fill in so much about 18th century life, and they are greatly looked forward to in our home.
Absolutely fascinating. Love learning about how people did things in the past.
You and I both!
Such attention to detail!
Right!
I would never have thought that I would find a video on weaving and textiles so interesting but I think that this was incredibly interesting. Thanks for the history lesson.
It’s amazing how something so simple can be so intricate! Thanks for your flattering compliment.
Fascinating
Thank you!
Very intersting, once more. Thanks!
Greetings from the off grid cabin. Great information, thanks for another great video. Stay safe, man the fort.
Greetings from Kelly Station. Glad you found it informative.
Good afternoon from Syracuse NY USA brother and everyone and thank you for sharing your adventures in history
Thank you, we are happy to share.
@TheWoodlandEscape outstanding everyone
Same here with the nutmeg, but I have fond memories of irish coffee (jameson) served to me as a teenager - thanks to my Irish Godmother. Thanks for the lovely demonstration Barbara!
Barb is a true talent. Glad you enjoyed the video. And here’s to a fine cup of Irish coffee!
i have a 24" table loom that i am still figuring out things with, i would love a floor loom, at the moment i have a double weave on it. i also have weaving cards and an inkle loom, these are both band weavers the cards are an ancient way of making bands that you can create intricate patterns. weaving is both basic and complicated, it also gives you a understanding of how much work goes into clothing
How I would love to live the lifestyle of the past, even at my age, (69) I would love to live out away from most things, but my wife says I’m too old, which is nonsense. I truly enjoyed this video. Thank you so much.
Fascinating!
Thank you.
@TheWoodlandEscape as always. Thank you for your outstanding content.
This is one of two channels I watch regularly that deals with 18th Century North American life. The other is Townsends. You hate nutmeg, Townsends absolutely loves it.
I hope you don't go to war over this.
Oh my, I do hope you’re right, lol! Thanks for your interest and support.
Thanks!
Interesting!
Glad you enjoyed it.
Very good video. i’m with you guys they can keep the nutmeg.
I hear ya! Thanks for the kind words.
Looking sweet at Kelly Station.
My ancestor, who came to America in 1633, was a weaver in England before he came over.
In that time period men were the only weaver. Neat to be able to trace your ancestry back that far.
@TheWoodlandEscape absolutely.
👍great video, fantastic 🙂
Thank you 👍
A wonderful and educational video. I would adore having a small hand loom with a few shuttles… I am wondering how I might obtain one, or perhaps even make one for myself…
There are many resources online that can help you build your own. Also check out inkle looms, a great way to get started!
I will take a looms and the yarn done and dyed for me
Nice to see someone snow covering the ground surrounding Kelly station. She's very good at what she does. Another great guest on a great video. Thanks.
Barb is definitely a very talented artisan. Snow on the ground is my favorite covering.
The knitty knotty also measures, the yards of yarn you have spun❤
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Thank you.
Swear to god, I was just wondering about this topic last week.
Thank you so much for having that wonderful woman on, and I hope to see a little more of her.
Nice to see she corrected you, and us, a little about men’s and women's role in it, but men had one role and women another and neither could have survived without the other. These modern feminists just don’t get it. Men had their roles, women theirs, and they complemented each other. It’s a symbiotic, essential relationship. It’s a beautiful combination of two essential parts. At least when it comes to the basics.
Anyway, I digress, as always, fascinating video, and the fort looks awesome in winter, though maybe not strong enough to hold back Trudeau from taking your military style flintlocks.
Thank you so much for the video.
Barb is a wonderful resource. Glad you enjoyed the video.
That snow looks beautiful. But with the heat mostly going up through the roof, how did the heat get transferred through the room before metal stoves. Thank You
It has a cast iron fire back that helps somewhat. The trick is to displace all the coldness in the logs and mortar. This usually happens with a fire going for at least 24 hours. Once warm a smaller fire will keep it warm.
I would have loved to see the look on the first indian's face when they saw the first silk shirt or wool blanket!
You seem to believe that First Nations cultures didn't make fabrics, including blankets.
@@archeanna1425 Im not aware of any in the NE U.S.? I could be wrong. I know they used animal skins, furs, leather. But no wool or flax?? Am I wrong?
I have read that they valued the trade of these goods very much.
Fabric was the number one trade item with indigenous cultures for a couple of centuries. It was such a time saver from making hides into material.
I think I would still be wearing animal hides. Insane amounts of time consuming work for this. Wow.
hides are great in winter. but you'd be fairly uncomfortable wearing them in summer.
@@DeterminedDIYer Live near water and stay wet all summer, or travel south in winters. Maybe that's why the tribes wandered so much..would still be easier than this, I think..
Hides is also labour intensive … about 16 hours of labour per hide.
@@TheWoodlandEscape God sure made it difficult to stay clothed, didn't He? Lol...My my.
Drop spindles and knity knoty all you need to make measured skeens of yarn to then knit or weave fabric. Starting phase of making clothes and so on for all your needs. I know far to much knowledge on this subject because my wife is a fiber geek (her words not mine).
Sounds like you know your way around some yarn! Love to meet you guys some time!
Cop to take/hold/fasten/grasp/receive. probably considered English slang . this words meaning dependent on structure of sentence . Cop out , Cop this.
Kop is Hebrew for head... Kop on ... the Kop is the former standing area of Liverpool football club spectators
To cop off is north west UK slang for a kissing couple
@@Jimimac73 Not just the North west lad and not just kissing either.
@@Jimimac73 Yes you are quite right , famously the Liverpool home end of the stands was known as the Cop , However was not just Liverpool many grounds adopted this title for the home stand, in reverence to the lost soldiers of the Boer war in particular the battle at Spion kop The hill that gave advantage and control of Ladysmith. Initially the home stands were called Spy and Cop for obvious reasons over the years it just got reduced to Cop.
@@davidprocter3578yes indeed spot on information ❤YNWA
THIS WAS ENJOYABLE, LEARNING HOW THE, FOLKS OF LONG AGO, WOULD DO THINGS!!!!!!! INTEREST, TO HEAR THAT THE TWO OF YOU MENTIONED HOW, YOU DIDN'T LIKE, NUTMEG, BECAUSE JUSTINE, OF EARLY AMERICAN, TALKS ABOUT HOW SH, DOES NOT LIKE NUTMEG. Do take care.
It also is a fascination to me to figure out how they did things 250 years ago. As to nutmeg, I’ll take a pass, thank you, lol!