Attending BATTLE OF WISBY for the first time

Follow along while I'm attending Battle of Wisby for the first time ever!
Some glimpses from the Medieval Week are also included, as well as my preparations before the event.
SOME FACTS:
Battle of Wisby recreates two battles wich took place in 1361. These were the Battle of Mästerby and the battle outside the wall itself, Battle of Wisby. These were consequences of the Danish king Waldemar Atterdag invading Gotland,an Swedish island in the Baltic Sea, and wanting to subjugating the island as he had done the same in southern parts of Sweden. The Danish army was superior and quickly won the two battles, forcing the local people to surrender. The event also consists of a camp outside the city wall, with hundreds of reenactors living, from all over the world, for an entire week.
Read more: www.medeltidsveckan.se/battle...
Extra thank you to Hillevi Andersson,
Maja Pisarewska Rugstad and Mats Gard for helping me with the filming ♡
Pictures in the thumbnail are taken by Cornelius wom Hofe
The music after the Battle of Wisby are played by the very talented Ernst Stoltz, www.ernststolz.com. Thank you for letting me borrow your music!

[@ninaholzer3791]

„I need a chicken to hug right now“ ... I felt that in my soul

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Hahaha😂

[@judithstormcrow9073]

I am here for this comment

[@Vereynique]

Chicken hugs are great.

[@morganmeadowes6861]

just chillin' with the chicken

[@MyAncientSpirit]

The filmography and story telling in this video is amazing

[@karosparrow]

The music is phenomenal, as well. I need it as the soundtrack to my life!! Thankfully, I found this group on Spotify, and now it can be.

[@fairlywildchild1455]

The people who are pretending to be dead and/or injured are so patient! It must be challenging to lie so still for such a long time.

[@MossyMozart]

@FairlyWildChild - And in the rainy mud, no less!

[@teridahlin325]

This video touches my heart. The drama of battle and the aftermath. It made me cry for all the people lost in the real battles. Love it. Now I need a chicken to hold.

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Hahahah🤣 we all nees that!

[@ifyouloveChristyouwillobeyhim]

Me too, war makes me sad. This video helped me think about all the battles we read about in history. They were real people.

[@LarsHHoog]

Prehenactment: the well known stress before, time optimism failing, starting too late... Re-enactment: the fun, the joy, the long days, the hard work, the fresh air, the smoke in your eyes, the bugs in your bed De-enactment: the days or week of low energy hitting you hard, the long time to unpack and the need to do this again, and again. It was nice meeting and sharing the camp, getting to know you somewhat etc. Let's do it again!

[@mennoltvanalten7260]

I love the fact that you are willing to show what isn't perfect. Most youtubers (and people in general), in my experience, wouldn't show things like that they have not been able to finish all the hemming. And I think it is a ridge instead of a hill.

[@gerdine9258]

Yes!!

[@ifyouloveChristyouwillobeyhim]

I would call it either a hill or a ridge.

[@melaniekisler8019]

So I see this is almost a year old, so you may have learned this by now, but we help the bug situation at my events by putting down diatomaceous earth (I think cinnamon works too if there's laws at your location about what you can put down) under the foot print of the tent and about a foot around it and then putting down a tarp or two (water proof and then canvas if you're doing both), and then the tent on top of all of that. Diatomaceous earth can be bought at hardware and gardening stores I think It's not a perfect solution, but it sure helps massively. Some of us will also put a sacrificial snack at a far corner just outside the tent so any bugs that make it in go for that instead of the bed.

[@ashleejones1690]

I think you just changed my life

[@juliesheard2122]

Wonderful tip!

[@elisabetfinlayson8539]

Oh when you walked out onto the battlefield like a yellow ghost, I shuddered.

[@dr.lexwinter8604]

13:15 - As an Australian allow me to emphasise the importance of laying down a ground sheet or boards when pitching a tent anywhere. I made the mistake of not doing that once as a child and I curled up asleep, put my hand under my pillow, and was woken by movement under there. The entire bedding was filled with enough species to keep an entomologist busy for weeks.

[@bonesandbiology]

As a student who lives in Visby it was very fun to play "spot my friends" 😂😂😂 Saw that you met some of them and others sneeked in anyway. Unfortunately I didn't have time to go to the Battle of Wisby and have a look because if work, so watching your video was a really nice way to get a good look into it!

[@haleygortzig8835]

I love seeing videos like this. It makes me happy to see people who are passionate about history, and fashion history, reliving the past, and just unapologetic history nerd fun.

[@e.m.6536]

My first thought was "well...nearly half an hour...", but it turned out to be very dynamic and extremely well made. I enjoyed every second of it.

[@minascarratt3085]

I think medieval veils should be brought back into fashion

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Yaaaas🎉🎉

[@RestingBitchface7]

Mina Scarratt me, too!

[@froggy904]

Yes please.

[@alleemaria97]

No, thank you. I don't feel like a veil of any kind should be of fashion, I like that I'm not pressured to wear any lol. Turbans are still of fashion though, if.you want something elegant and retro to wear on the head !

[@luziealyssa5677]

@@alleemaria97 You don't have to wear what you don't want to wear haha

[@saraduncan778]

This was absolutely beautiful. You really have an eye for cinematography and storytelling. I look forward to seeing where this channel goes. ❤️

[@yeralmuzika]

Even though it's a reenactment the "dead" soldiers or warriors got me almost tearing up! lol But it was definitely interesting to watch. I always wondered what it's like to go to one of those things. Thank you for sharing and can't wait to see what you have next!!!

[@ifyouloveChristyouwillobeyhim]

Me too, it somehow looked so real and made me realize they are not just numbers in books but real people!

[@nikolaushofbauer5118]

So ... you did it once ... you loved it ... and once you are "caught" you are stuck forever! Welcome to our "family"! :-) Best regards Niko - IG14

[@hazeluzzell]

I’m just coming to the end of my reenactment life after 30 years. It was lovely to see the beginning of yours.

[@daisanders82]

This looks so much fun! Also the feels when you're wandering the battlefield afterwards seeing all the dead. I've done it at events I've been to as a "healer" it can be overwhelming when you can't help.

[@kathleenlizarraga3647]

A word of encouragement, my dear. You are doing very well sewing all this, and it's fine to bring a project to work on, and mending small things first gives you a sense of accomplishment. Sew some fur on that brown one and off you go.

[@piX0une]

this is so cool ! and i think its really lovely to see the yellow kirtle we saw you make being actually used, and in such a cool setting ! adds a whole new dimension to the sewing videos ^^

[@angiestark9912]

I thoroughly enjoyed the video. I do re-enactments with the SCA it’s not the same, in that we re-enact medieval time periods not specific battles, plus we are in the USA so we don’t really get the authentic feel like you do. But I say if you enjoy showing what you do with the clothing you are making it makes it so much better for the viewers as well. Well done!

[@laila.tov.]

i would love to see a more in depth video of how this camping works. Payment, places, tents, costumes are required or not, food. as someone who know nobody in it!

[@SwitchelSweets]

Your video skills are amazing to watch! The longer video is well worth the wait 😊💕 if you feel up to it in the future I’d love to see more events documented like this!

[@Abbe1133]

Oh my goodness the fire dancers... I’ve been dreaming to see that for ages! I’m so glad I found you, and I want to go to Battle of Visby now! I love medieval sewing, and your channel is amazing for that. Thank you!

[@faithconnell4237]

Your filmography, music choices and storytelling is just perfect and so beautiful! Thank you for sharing your journey and time at the Battle of Wisby ☺️

[@mollyelizabeth2550]

Hej! This was the perfect video to watch whilst felling some seams on my new medieval shift. Your filmography never ceases to amaze me!!! What camera do you use? X

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Panasonic Lumix GH5😊

[@blueskydays00]

The soundtrack you use is so peaceful, especially with the great shots of nature. Thank you for creating such relaxing and interesting content!

[@sewmanyhobbies942]

When suddenly the video has ended and only then you realise it's half an hour 😱 I had no clue. I love that you showed your struggles before you went on the boat, and I think many fellow sewers rocognise this very much 😥

[@gloriastroedecke2717]

Marvelous filming. You had quite an experience. Thank you for taking us along. I loved this so much. I loved seeing the dancing and the ocean. I think you had a very rich earning time. I am happy about that.

[@ashleyhasenbein1297]

Your home at night, with all the candles lit, is my aesthetic! I laughed out loud when I saw the headphones because I didn't expect to be brought back to 2019! 😂 Absolutely beautiful work!!!

[@ashleynilsson8693]

This is gorgeous! You are an amazing filmmaker. I am so inspired by you. Keep up the amazing work

[@Greye13]

The video's length? Not to worry, I could literally watch this for hours. I love doing re-enactments. They're very tiring but, the excitement, fun, and friends far outshine anything like bugs or rain. Truly a memory to last a lifetime. Thank you for taking us along, and for showing us so much of it. The fire dancers were really cool. I'm so glad you enjoyed your time there. Blessings from the U.S.

[@slovenkaLOL]

Damn, those earbugs are the definition of historical reenactment, honestly. I loved your video, it reminded me of my days of reenactment and appreciate every moment of it :)

[@andashestoashes]

This is such a beautiful video! I’m so glad you had a lovely time and it’s so inspiring to see you chase your dreams!!

[@Jip-en-Janne]

I am so hyped! Your filmography is so stunning and this is so interesting to seen

[@DawnOldham]

For 27 minutes and 35 seconds I didn’t miss sewing AT ALL! Your experience in the re-enactments was fabulous. I stopped the screen many times to get a look at the different styles being worn, and all the ages represented. And you’re right. It was very powerful watching a woman looking for her loved one to no avail. It’s easy to see why people enjoy these groups! Having a common interest always creates a bond. And having times during the year when you all get together to enjoy your hobby/side job/career makes it even more enjoyable. Thank you for sharing!

[@muttnjeff9030]

So heartfelt! Your choreography between the action and the music as well as your realistic commentary was wonderful! Love your hens too!

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Thank you!❤

[@generalcorgi698]

Imagine going through your day and you look over and there's a full mideval town just... there

[@raeafoley6131]

As a passionate lover of everything medieval (of course I am a romantic), passionate about history and having studied a year of drama/theatre performance, reinactment is something I would absolutely love doing! I used to go to medieval fairs, which were held once a year just 15 minutes from here at a 12th century castle, but sadly, for some reason they stopped doing it! It was left for a few years and thus, the castle fell into disrepair again, after they had just restored it enough for the public to come and see it. It is currently under more restoration and I really hope they will do the fairs again in the future!

[@piccalillipit9211]

The aftermath of the battle is one of the best bits of cinematography on KZbin, simply amazing.

[@sabinafryc3809]

Love this film so much ❤️ Kisses from Poland

[@rhys12435]

This looks so fun! I wish we events like this in new Zealand, I'd love to experience it

[@tonijenkins1838]

Don't they do this kind of thing at Canterbury Faire?

[@hughmcdonald3039]

Toni Jenkins having been both to Battle of Wisby (only recently back home) and many Canterbury Faires, it’s a different experience, the main differences being: CF is a private event of ~250-300ppl, Where BoW has 350 in camp but 40,000 in town for medieval week; CF is multi-period where BoW is only C14th, meaning more like-minded nerding to be had; CF is in a lovely green site but BoW is camping in the east graveyard outside the Wisby city wall, and it’s are to top that atmosphere; language, as everyone at CF speaks English, but BoW has about 20 languages and even more cultures going on; finally, the markets, where Both CF and BoW have an internal market event, BoW also has the medieval week markets which attracts 90% crap and 10% awesome gems of vendors, and is huge, so can buy superb fabrics, lovely dress accessories, and many other cool things that aren’t as easily available in AU or NZ (except by ordering online, which is not the same as handling then buying at an event).

[@alexreywils]

Would you every consider making a tutorial on how to make a veil? I know there are different types and I'm considering one for Summer work in the garden

[@kjtherrick4031]

Just watched this and want to thank you for sharing this experience! I learned about this battle a few months back and was pleasantly surprised to see this vlog by you today. Such an awful past "battle." But, what a terrific place for a experiencing that time period. Yes, if you do such gatherings and re-enactments again, after Covid, please do share!

[@kcc7178]

I do re-enactments from the 1600-1800's, in Canada. I'm First Nations (Mi'kmaq-Oneida) and I wear authentic clothing from those eras. Sometimes its Native, and sometimes its French Colonial. I don't have any videos yet, but as soon as COVID is done, and I go to my next re-enactment in Nova Scotia, I'll post some stuff. It was a lot of fun watching your re-enactment, and I learned a lot. Thank you. :)

[@ScribbleStitch]

Such a gorgeous video! Looked like it was an amazing experience! So great seeing all the different styles and looks being worn at the event. You have such a wonderful and bright personality, cannot wait to see more from you 💚💚💚

[@angryoldman9140]

I just found you, I really love living history, we have so much to learn through it, it needs to be in our children’s lives more. Your videos are really great. There are many of us out there you are not alone. Thanks for creating these videos for those out there who are wanting to learn more.

[@viralhangover]

I think it adds really great dimension to your channel. To not only see you make your costumes, but to get an idea of the events you intend them for. Thank you for sharing the experience with us. Also I'm glad you had such a good time.

[@maraheather5584]

Dear Elin, thank you for exating video. Your technical video skills are fantastic and comtent is super too. Maybe you can make a talking video about how to get to the festival? Registration, requierments, cost, ets. It will be very helpful for starting reconstructors like me.

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

I don't think I'm the right person to answer this, but if you're interested in attending battle of wisby, I would recommend you to check out their site on Facebook!

[@sarahlongshore2605]

This was beautiful!!!! You have so many wonderful skills!!! I loved this whole video. Wonderfully done!!!! Thank you for taking us along!!!!

[@BSWVI]

Everything about this feels like a cinema but also real life. The photography, colours, the way you capture people, the use of music... And the battle - that the battle scenes were short but that you lingered in sorrow on the aftermath shows your soul of a storyteller. Absolutely beautiful and I am now going watch it again!

[@josequins9099]

I love your yellow kirtle. It's such a lovely colour and suits you.

[@redfeather4897]

God I love her accent and everything that she does history is so cool

[@TasteOfChange]

You are wonderfully courageous putting your process, work, talent and learning here for all of us to witness! Your skill in sewing, video editing and filming and joy is an inspiration and soothing to the soul✨thank you!!!

[@merindymorgenson3184]

Some of your external shots look very much like the scenery in northern Minnesota where I used to live. We had many Swedish people settle in the area and I wonder if they felt more at home there because the scenery was similar. It makes me want to visit Sweden now and see! I love your chickens! They’re so pretty. And so much better behaved than ours. When we open the coop door they just fly out and into whoever might be standing in the way! And they don’t like hugs. I need training on chicken whisperer skills. 🤣

[@TheLballou]

The nemesis of sewists is perfectionism. Wanting "it" to be perfect is so difficult! You are wonderful, skilled lovely and very human.

[@morganmeadowes6861]

This video has just inspired me to add a gaukler child to my idea of a sword-wealding blacksmith daughter from the city of blades and make the two of them go on a quest. So thank you very much for this video! XD

[@Cassiterit3]

Your editing is spectacular. If someone had shown me the footage you put together, along with the soundtrack, of the two battles out of context, I would have assumed it was professionally-made promotional material for the event.

[@woodsmokeandwords6601]

This was so incredibly beautiful to watch! I’ve aaalways wanted to attend re-enactments like this, ever since I was a child and watching this was the next best thing. Also can I just say, your cinematography and the editing in this video (in all your videos really), soooo beautiful! I would love to see more videos like this in the future as well!!

[@rachelberry1570]

You both looked fabulous! I have been as a spectator to many multi-period reenactments here in the U.K. and I have a keen interest in the living history side rather than the battles. It looks like you all had a fantastic time despite the rain. Thank you so much for sharing your adventure here.

[@catinglasses]

This was so fantastically filmed and edited - I'm amazed. I look forward so very much to your upcoming videos!!!

[@lindalagarce8996]

So amazing, I love this and you are such an awesome host! I do reenactment in the US for Texas, and the War Between the States (Civil War). I want to add revolutionary, and MidEvil era as well! We have Renaissance Festival locally every year and I want to make my own dress period correctly.

[@cathydoe]

Thank you for bringing me back to Visby! I could really need that today :) I love your yellow dress! That was the first thing I said to my friend when I saw you at Visby xD (I'm the girl with no veil on the battlefield and the one with the Dr. Who phone case in the veil workshop xD ) I hope we'll meet again next time in Visby! ;) Tack så mycket!

[@lindasmolenaars9118]

This looks amazing 😍 loved watching this from a different perspective than I usually do. It looks like fun!

[@Aaron.vandenbosch]

Lovely video! Amazing indeed, I was feeling some nostalgy for the medieval week :) the battle of Wisby is indeed an amazing event during the week, so if it was your first time, hope you come back and become one of us medeltidare :) Greetings from the island of roses (Gotland of course :D )

[@wildandwillfulvids]

This video was so artfully made! It's so interesting to see the parts of the battle where they tend to the passed/injured. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@jenny5995]

Im just leaving some love right now: I absolutely adore your channel! The way you make your videos is so cinematic and beautiful. ♥

[@Inconsequentialme88]

The video was absolutely amazing! You live in a beautiful area and I love that you include scenes of it in your videos, it feels very peaceful and a great build up with the progress clips leading up to your days attending the Battle of Wisby. I hope that you have gotten some rest and I am so grateful that you shared your experience there with us on KZbin! Thank you for taking us along and I wish you luck on your future projects!

[@carolynbrown402]

This is a beautiful video and you are an extremely talented film maker. The event was amazing, and I do hope you make more videos like this.

[@meyouandgroo4297]

This is absolutely incredible! I’m so glad you had a fantastic time I hope to see more videos like this ❤️👍🏻

[@mosswhimsy]

Wow. I'm so glad you were able to film , this video is absolutely stunning! Thank you for taking us along with you x

[@phoebedingli9458]

i cant wait to see more videos like this! thank you for being real with us too glad yall had a good time after the stress!!!

[@Danimbern]

This is amazing! I looks like something every person passionate about the past should do! It's a shame there's nothing quite like this around where I live. I can feel your excitement through it all. The video is amazing as well, good editing. Thanks a lot for sharing this amazing time you had with us.

[@alicialingle179]

I absolutely love your cinematography, and your ease of making the construction of garments comprehensible while being entertaining.Thank you so much for making these videos!

[@lawtrichter8946]

I am a new friend in this channel and I have started watching your videos from the first up to this one. I liked them all and I think hey are all amazing. So ... I didn't see so much. But I saw this piece. This little film here is something else. The richness of emotions that it awakened in me is unique. After watching this I feel now like there was a storm inside of me and left me lost but at the same time happy. Initially I started to watch your work because I love medieaeval art and crafts and your former videos are very catchy. The music is also a very strong element. I must say, that I wasn't expecting such a strong experience than what this video has offered . Thank you. What you do is just so beautyful.

[@paigemclachlan2189]

Yesssss I was so looking forward to this!!! Also, GIRL. YOUR CINEMATOGRAPHY (in addition to the sewing and crafting and every other awesome thing you do) IS AMAZING!!! especially loved that bit with the fire throwing people

[@marjbutler6499]

I just found you and so glad I did. Your talent and sweetness shines through. Your filming is beautiful and draws you in to a comfortable place. Green grass , trees, beautiful water and beautiful you! I am anxious to see all of your previous films and all that is to come. Blessings to you.

[@BabyMieuw]

I love this video! Keep up the good work with your sewing as well as your living history events. I enjoy them equally! ♡

[@mnossy11]

Stunning! I actually found the battle scene parts very moving. I’m glad you were able to take part in this and share your experiences with us! Perhaps I’ll try to sew my own kirtle someday :)

[@susanjames2994]

What a beautiful video and seeing the outfits in their era setting is such an eye opener. I’m not one for battles either but seeing you walk among the “dead and wounded” was very powerful. Keep doing what you’re doing. Love it x

[@juliesheard2122]

Thankyou, it was wonderful to share the experience with all the young people. 💛

[@craftyterrier]

What a wonderful video! The cinematography, music and narration were all perfect. I almost felt like I was there, and was nearly moved to tears, which is a rarity for me 💜

[@marieldejager8776]

I'm so in love with this!! Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@dinoantics6060]

Thank you for taking the time to create this! An excellent video and a great insight which can spur others on to investigate the history. Hope you're less tired now 😊

[@juliemeanor6531]

Such fun to watch you adventures. Thank you for the time travel👍❤️

[@miriamgillham6701]

Hi Elin. This video was magic. My son and I go to the Abby Medieval Festival in Australia most years. (Cancelled this year due to Covid restrictions.) It’s a weekend event and there are medieval groups of knights and chapters and their whole retinue. We make our clothes and go as visitors but it is not as long as yours. My clothes are very ordinary compared. Cheap cotton kirtles and modern shoes. The knights and medieval enactors wear authentic clothing. I am inspired now to make him and me genuine medieval clothing for next years events. Thank you for sharing your beautiful work. I am sorry you were so stressed leading up to the event. I go through this saga of too much to finish for every wedding that I sew for, for my family and friends. (Labour’s of love... it’s not a paid job!) It’s stress right up until the clothes and gowns are delivered. I am currently going through that right now for my daughters wedding and this truly helped me relax and smile and know it will be okay! You are a remarkable young person and a true inspiration! Bless you!😊

[@robynbirde]

I love the personal and emotionally honest quality of these videos. Everything from the glorious scenery and medieval dress shots to the vlogging and monologues are so genuine and lovely.

[@shirasade]

This was so interesting! I always mean to check out the medieval markets/events in my country (Switzerland), but somehow I've never done so. This has definitely reawakened my interest - now if only the plague will pass, so we can mingle and enjoy these kinds of things again!

[@india1422]

I live in Switzerland too and never thought of checking for things like this

[@margaretmyres5626]

Thank you so much for sharing this event. Loved the flow of the story. If you get to.more events I would love to see you video them. You said how many nice comments you've gotten I hope it stays that way. You are very talented and sweet can't wait for the next video

[@Alagboriel]

This was so well edited with the music and everything that by the time it got to 23:23 I was acually crying.

[@nathaliejohns5472]

Wow, I wish I could attend something like that 😍. Your editing is awesome 💖And a huge thanks to you, for showing that I am not the only one with bad time management in terms of getting all things sewn right on time in my imagination and to be stressed about everything that's left to do in such little time in real life 😅

[@heatherjosvlog]

So beautiful! The storytelling was amazing.

[@MirandaMilner]

I loved this so much, and your editing really brings so much. A magical video to watch. It all felt so real.

[@lindseyox1304]

This is so cool! I do renaissance reenactments in the US, but this was a little different and so fun to watch! I am coming to love your videos even more. I cant wait till you get to upload again! Whatever type of videos you do, Im sure I will be watching them in the future!

[@lydiarowe491]

Going back in time..living in this time for just a week..gives us something to experience with you..sleeping in a tent and the rain on the last day still made it authentic...maybe we should be more basic with our lives.. Thank you for sharing.

[@india1422]

No. I like indoor plumbing and not working about marauders. I like learning about past times, I just want to do it in comparative luxury

[@staarvsraainbow]

Keep uploading please, love your videos

[@jennyatelier_augenstern1180]

This is so beautifully made, I love the visuals and the music you chose. I have seen many pictures of the battle of Wisby and wondered what it actually is like. Thank you for the insight! That said it really stung my heart to see you and your friend having fun, putting on veils in the morning because next week I would have done the same if it wasn't for Corona. You show a big part of what I love about these kind of events. I hope we'll all be able to get to that again next year. Stay safe.

[@NjBou]

This was awesome!! Thanks for sharing!

[@AminaMae]

First off thank you for the vidio, it was amazing to watch. I've been reenacting for some 20 odd years now and I can't imagine I'll ever "retire". I found my husband in the first medieval group I was in, but have since gone viking. My son had his first market when he was 3 months old and now at three years old, he still loves it and looks forward to being a viking the entire summer. The excitement and love for any historical craft never stops to amaze me and seeing how passionate you are in your vidios inspires me to pick up sowing, needlebinding - anything historical craft really, so thank you for beeing a conduite to creativity

[@fernlintner65]

Love love love this video the reenactment was awesome and the scenery and filming was amazing thank you