Viking Knit

“Viking Knitting” refers to an ancient technique of circular wire weaving that forms a loop and then is stretched. It’s not knitting the way we usually think of it (using two needles) but actually entails weaving sculptural chains from fine-gauge metal wire. Similar to French knitting this is a surprisingly easy way to make woven wire cord for bracelets and necklaces!.

Tools:

• Mandrel
  • Something tubular and sturdy to weave around.

Pulling board

• This is a board with sequentially smaller holes drilled through.

Wire

• The weave in the front picture uses 20Ga.
• For a first go try copper wire as it’s often inexpensive.
• Silver and gold coated copper provide an excellent combination of looks, bendyness and price.
• Jump rings Can be made with the same wire as the weave
• Clasps 

This is a fun and easy way to make some very unique jewelry for yourself and friends.