Nalbinding

We sew our garments by hand, as this was common in the early medieval period. As an orientation we use sewing patterns which are common in the reenactment scene and which are based on scientific evidence. We use authentic fibers only - i.e. no cotton or synthetic fibers - and, if possible, only known weaving patterns (e.g. tabby weave, different twills). If the fabric's colour is not a natural grey or brown from the start, we resort to authentic hues - if not originally plant-dyed, then as close to a plant-dyed colour as possible. It is possible that sometimes the sewing thread is of a different colour than the fabric, and that the seams hence are more notable than they would have been 1100 years ago. But we still hope to evoke an image that come close to the reality of the early medieval period/Viking Age.

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