Viking-Style Posament Bracelets with Liz Bucheit

Learn how to make an elegant posament bracelet out of pewter thread and leather, inspired by Viking era artifacts. Freehand braided or knotted wire “posaments” decorated and trimmed Viking textiles; this class will complete a bracelet inspired by the designs of embellishments found in 9th and 10th century burial sites. Students will practice creating either a “Josephine” or triangular series of braided knots on nylon cord before progressing to constructing a length of knots with coiled pewter thread. Finally, the pewter thread posaments will be sewn onto a softened leather strip to fashion a bracelet finished with a pewter button.

This project requires fine motor skills to complete. All materials are provided; students pay a $125 materials fee to the instructor, Liz Bucheit.