“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.