I have often wondered whether the Sámi people did nalbinding. I haven’t seen much information about this, but I am thinking that they probably did and some may still practice this form of ‘knitting’ though it isn’t in wide use.… Read more...
Childhood Memories – Part 1.2
These YouTube videos are all spoken by my father, in the Finnish language.… Read more...
Shell Bands, Skallebånd, Vuoddagat, Paulanauhat
Shoe bands were woven by the Sámi and are worn to prevent snow from getting into your boots.… Read more...
A simple Text Based List of articles related to Band Weaving – A growing list of Sami Band weaving, tablet weaving, kumihimo and braiding patterns and how-to articles that can be found at All Fiber Arts.… Read more...
Tin Thread EmbroideryPart 3 – The spun tin thread can now be used for stitching and embroidery.
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Spinning Tin Thread Part 2
The tin is dragged through a die to make a fine thread.… Read more...
