How to Make a 14th Century Hood | The Medieval Hood | What was it, and how can it be made?

Hello and welcome back! I'm so glad you popped in to watch this new video! This has been one of those videos that has been dragging out on time incredibly much, because of...life, but also the huge editing time. I have never in my life spent so much time with post production on a video, but I hope it will be worth it, and that you'll like it!
MUSIC IN THIS VIDEO
I want to thank some incredible musicians for their kindness of letting me borrow their music. If you are interested in medieval music, you should absolutely check them out!
La Reverdie
- Bonum est confidere (Carmina Burana: Sacri sarcasmi)
- Carmen ante Litteram (Carmina Burana: Sacri sarcasmi)
- Frigus hinc est horridum (Carmina Burana: Sacri sarcasmi)
- San Domenico beato (Legenda Aurea, Laudes des saints)
- Crist & Sainte Marie (Isula feminarum: Résonances médiévales de la féminité celte)
- Diana Stella (Laudarium: Songs of Popular Devotion from 14th Century Italy)
- Troppo Perde 'l Tempo (Laudarium: Songs of Popular Devotion from 14th Century Italy)
- Cum Erubuerint Infelices, Antiphona (Von Bingen: Sponsa Regis (La victorie de la Vierge dans L'ouvre d'Hildegard)
Arcana / Outhere.
www.lareverdie.com.
Falsobordone
- Ne la piú cara parte (Fikon, Fiddlor och Finlir)
- Liement me deport (Fikon, Fiddlor och Finlir)
- Sia laudato san Francesco (Fikon, Fiddlor och Finlir)
- The old Favourite (Winter is coming)
- Årepolska (Winter is coming)
www.falsobordone.se
And also thank you Oskar Abrahamsson (@Skardeline) for helping me record the end result.
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[@kathleenhensley5951]

I live in Washington state USA. I own 10 acres, raise chickens, etc. Last winter I had go out many times right after it had snowed, or as it was snowing, to check on the chickens. I am an old lady and very sensitive to the cold. The trees would release their burden of snow and hit me. I had made a knitted balaclava but the snow went down my collar and I swore I was going to make myself an old fashioned hood that went over the head and was entirely closed at the neck, and added another layer to my winter coat. Hence, I am watching your video. I hope you had a lovely Christmas. I think your home is lovely. Thank you for this video - it gives me some good ideas. Your cat is absolutely glorious.

[@EmilyBHelms]

Very lovely: amazing amount of research, cinematic outdoor scenes, cozy home sewing scenes, informative how to, all beautifully edited.

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Thank you!❤

[@dlsgl407]

I couldn't agree more. Looking forward to more from this creator!

[@bettablue2660]

It turned out beautifully!

[@kadehoward2371]

i know it's kind of randomly asking but does anybody know a good site to watch newly released movies online?

[@haydencolt1067]

@Kade Howard ehh try Flixportal. you can find it thru google:P -hayden

[@cartoonkitteh]

gotta love the dilemma of every garment maker: oh this would look so nice I want to do that! oh this is so much work...

[@michellecornum5856]

Amen.

[@pixielover4404]

I understand now why we must wait so long for each one of your creations. Your videos are on a whole other level. They are like watching a full length indie award winning film. Totally worth the wait!

[@_______________2192]

You have such a neat handstitching, it always amazes me. And the cinematography of your videos is just perfect. Not to mention the cutest hood ever xD

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Thank you! I always think my stitches look horrible hahah, but I'm glad someone thinks the opposite!

[@sierralarars]

The Hood turned out fab! I love how the buttons ended up looking like a really cool trim but also functional too. I also like how you noted that styles within European countries were different! It still astounds me how many people actually believe that 'European' means that its all one homogenous mass of people who wore the exact same dress, looked the same, acted the same and had the same traditions when in reality there is so much depth in culture that is just written off.. Even within the countries themselves there is so much variation! Sorry it just gets my goat! So its nice to see someone actually vocalise that there is differences and that its not all the same so thankyou!

[@idamedby4193]

One thing I've found very telling when it comes to absolutely crushing the myth of 'historical european fashion' being some kind of monolith, is looking at different types of national or traditional costumes. Especially in Norway, the variations between neighbouring areas can be striking, and elements of several time periods can even be found within the same garment. Where some national costumes create a very recognizable 1600 peasant silhouette, a few miles away the empire waist suddenly dominates, while a mile or so in a separate direction you'll find the usual central brooch placement change to one more reminiscent of the classic viking style smokkr; or apron dress, as it is most commonly known. The variations within embroidery and embellishment, colour combinations, headgear and the addition or lack of other accessories speaks volumes to the immense variety available, and I think we do ourselves a disservice in assuming that everyone within a specific area essentially wore the same in their given period. We should remember that most people made their own clothing, so it is safe to assume that there was not much more limit to creativity than if the same was true today. I suppose availability to resources and knowledge would pose the bigger challenge, as well as the pressures of conformity, personal skill level and so on, yet judging by other surviving sources regarding art and architecture of the time, I see no reason to dismiss the idea that fashion has been far more varied throughout history than we often give it credit for.

[@sophroniel]

"Doesn't really madder" I AM WHEEZING

[@bellaadoraa]

The footage of the toad and the tree creature is soo heartwarming! I came for the sewing but I stayed to see some proof of time actually passing in the past few months! I love your work!

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

We became great friends that lovely summers day! Thank you!

[@alzbetadostalova2040]

I can't believe the video was 44 minutes long. I loved every moment and the hood is beautiful especially the colour and the little buttons.

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

That such a compliment! Thank you!

[@cult8625]

I've never been so excited to watch someone talk about hoods for 45 minutes in my life lol

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Hahahahah, I hope it lived up to your excitement!

[@Kroiznacher]

I'm a simple man I see a video of Elin and I instantly press the like button

[@adriennepuck]

Me too!

[@ushere5791]

@@debbiecarroll8490 So did I!

[@hollygolightly8048]

Yes

[@hryghped]

What a wonderful video! On a side note...can we please bring these hoods back for Nordic winters? they seem like they would be much warmer than some modern hat designs!

[@idamedby4193]

I have a wool skjoldenhamn hood lined with linen, acquired for a reenactment photo shoot during winter, and I felt so nice and toasty throughout the day that I decided to keep wearing it in my daily life. I find that using my iron age and medieval outfits, even outside of events, have given me a greater understanding and appreciation of clothing and what it means to be truly comfortable in what are surprisingly practical outfits tbh. An added bonus is the ability to achieve any desired silhouette through layering, structure, clever cuts and padding, rather than resorting to starve oneself or feel the need for surgical intervention. They are also incredibly versatile when it comes to alterations and repairs when necessary, and the natural fibers aid in regulating body temperature very efficiently.

[@zoeyzeebra]

I imagine that women's hoods of that time had a lot of needle work as well. It's a very subtle way to show off your skills. I love it.

[@GraciePattenSewing]

This was a great video (as always)! I really enjoyed the research segment at the beginning. I made a medieval hood last December that I wore with my modern clothes when it was cold (as I don't have any medieval clothes yet); hoods are surprisingly versatile garments for the modern day! I still need to add tablet weaving to the edge, and this video made that prospect seem less daunting.

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

I'm glad it did, thank you! Yes, hoods are such a practical garment really. I understand why they survived for as long as they did...

[@elizabuga4337]

Me trying to understand what was going on with the weaving and the cardboard: 👁👄👁 Me liking the end result: 👏🏻🤠

[@jim40004]

The hood is beautiful, the color is lovely, everything is so detailed, and I am sure it is amazing to wear out in the cold, snowy, winter weather. I have seen others use the tablet weaving to make a braid, then apply it to a garment later, but never seen it applied directly as it was woven as you did. This was extremely cool to see!

[@IsyAweigh]

Yes, this part was amazing! I finally, *finally* understand how tablet weaving works! 🤣

[@outsidestuff5283]

Im so excited when one of your videos comes out. Each one takes a while, but it's worth the wait, because they're always fascinating and joyful.

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

I am so happy you think so! But now I hope to get more out. Several months is maybe too much ;)

[@kaades_]

I was so sad when yesterday I clicked on the notification and it said its a private video. Glad its finally public again ;)

[@medievallassie]

You, too?? I was almost crying, lol!

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Hahahah yes I am sorry for the confusion! Something must have happened to the video when I uploaded it because the audio just crashed, so I took it down and reuploaded it again. Hope you'll enjoy it now nontheless!

[@adriennepuck]

I know!😞

[@elizabethculpepper4050]

@@elinabrahamsson9442 I’m so glad it’s up again. I watched yesterday and experienced the audio crash and I was so sad! Because I wanted to see it so badly!

[@daniellekaye2122]

You are amazing. Would love to see more into your lifestyle. You’re quite fascinating 💗 xx

[@TheMetatronGirl]

Welcome back! I’ve missed your smiling face! The informational section at the beginning was very interesting, and it was lovely to see so many of the techniques making the rounds through CosTube applied in a different way. The finished hood looks warm and adorable! The color is so pretty in contrast with the snow, too.

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Thank you, Im very glad it was appreachiated!

[@carolynhill5938]

I love this format! I love the history in tandem with the sewing! It’s so relaxing to listen too abs I’ve learned something too! Such a beautiful project! The grey lining with the soft pink wool looks fantastic! All those little buttons are precious. So much work and such a beautiful result!

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Thank you so much! That's the best combination really!

[@sarahbrooklynstudios7187]

You remind me of a historically accurate sleeping beauty when she is in the forest with the 3 fairies 💕

[@thathistoryguy3021]

I'm amazed by whoever invented weaving. That probably took a long time to work out. Fortunately reenacting hasn't made me weave anything yet.

[@piccalillipit9211]

*YES..!!!* 44 minutes of my favourite KZbinr just as I am bored out of my mind..!!!

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

❤❤❤

[@alorahwelti3438]

Your clothing pieces that you create are so beautiful. I have Swedish (and German, Norwegian, Russian/Ukrainian) elders and ancestors, and so it is so, so inspiring to see you recreating clothing my family members could have worn. Your craftsmanship is so stunning, and I have so much respect for you. Seeing your videos brighten my life. I am honored to share this planet with you, Elin. Many blessings to you and your creations!

[@lauraoergel6003]

I love him at a research you do, and how specific you are with what you're trying to accomplish for a specific time. Or region. It really shows that there so much diversity among areas and classes and religious groups, showing that it's not one-way for a time. And that's it, it's different all over the world at different times, and shows the diversity of the world

[@elisabethm9655]

And a likable likely hood it is! Thank you, Elin - I was so glad when you popped up in notifications🤗 it’s beautiful, as is your presentation...always looking forward to your next adventure ❤️

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

And I am very glad to see you here!

[@neon-heart]

I'm fairly certain you live in paradise! Absolutely beautiful surroundings, and as always, amazing video.

[@Outback0423]

Not only do I gain new historical fashion knowledge watching your videos, but I also feel joy. Thank you for such a beautiful video.

[@abigailwacholz394]

This was so inspiring! also, the Scandinavian Christmas decor was just * Chef's Kiss * !!

[@e.millustration1759]

come for the sewing and delightful history research, stay for the incredible cinematic nature shots xD

[@valedan1075]

It has become tradition to come back to this video every once in a while.

[@MossyMozart]

A charming and instructive video. This young woman has such great good fortune to live in a beautiful and cosy home. I love getting glimpses of it when she films in the various rooms. (The outdoors is very nice, too .^_^. )

[@TealCheetah]

All the little buttons are such a cute touch!

[@Sabatuar]

Your chickens and that big fluffy cat are always such a treat to see in these videos.

[@anieth]

We also forget to take into consideration the climate change. It was very warm from 800-1200 and then we went into a mini ice age, aggravated by a volcanic eruption in Iceland. This may be the reason for changes in garb, it certainly made the 13th Century a living hell. I think this sudden cold shift may have accounted for much more change in clothing. Also there was a great economic change as 1/3 of Europe died off in the Plague, which would have caused a change. For instance, the veil is very important in the Mid-East because of the dust, protecting the hair and clothes from wind and sand. A hood may have been important to keep off ash and acid rain off your cloak and veil. We rarely think of these things, living as comfortably as we do. Beautifully filmed, especially the change of season and those chickens! They're so large now! The buttons, tablet weaving, and buttonholes are gorgeous. Don't apologize for the history, we're here because we're history nerds!

[@hollygolightly8048]

As if the hood, buttons and button holes weren’t enough of a challenge, the weaving with the templates? Wow! Incredible. Thanks for a terrific video.

[@andromeda3102]

As a Historian myself this video is delightful and I'm suscribing right now, because of the research, the 100% handmade stuff and also the cute animals and nice landscapes. Thank you!

[@tamarabedic9601]

Dear Goddess, this was mind blowing! From dying your own wool to the billion buttons, the stitching, and... OMG THE TABLET WEAVING! (Be still my heart!!) Brava, Elin. This was truly remarkable!

[@adlibby6448]

I always look forward to your videos. You live a rich life. I’m going to assume that you filmed this last Autumn. Looks like what August/September looks in the midwest United States. :)

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

I am so happy you do! Yes I recorded this between september and december, but with huge gaps in between😊

[@jessicat3951]

28:15 - the flowers look exactly like the buttons! Subtle and clever! 🎯🎯💗💗✅✅

[@annaj1056]

The space between your warp threads when you're weaving is called the "shed"! I've also been researching hoods for the past few months and have made 2 mock-ups so far. I haven't progressed to making the wool one yet, I'm not quite happy with my pattern thus far!

[@TheSwanbear]

Your content always makes me so happy!! I recently finished sewing a hood based on the Bocksten bog man's hood, and since winter has been pretty cold so far this year, I've gotten to use it quite a bit. I can tell you that I've gotten a few odd looks, walking around Stockholm in my medieval garment, haha! I used a lovely forest green wool fabric and it turned out surprisingly well. Your videos are always a huge inspiration for me and always fills me with creative joy! Keep doing what you love!!

[@christinapapp7143]

Excellent video of an excellent hood! I loved the long introduction with historical references. Your sewing is beautiful and the resulting hood is charming! Thank you!

[@mz5863]

Phew! Dedication! I love the effort you put into accuracy :D love from holland

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

And I'm glad you appreachiated it!

[@gabycarrera7033]

Watching your videos makes me think about too many things, mostly those of the everyday life that, with the time, gets lost,because we give them for granted.

[@maureenwilliford4380]

Beautifully done and it just reminds us all of how lucky we are we don't HAVE to make things by hand anymore. What a lot of work for such a small, simple garment!

[@Porthosity]

Just because I did a bit of research when I was planning a project, deerskin is also a documentable material for hoods! Taken from a ledger from the time: "In 1204, for example, King John spent...he also knighted one of his valets, Thomas Esturm, that same year but spent only 6 pounds, 10 sterling on the latter's robes: "a scarlet robe and a hood of deerskin" English Medieval Knight, 1200-1300 Osprey Publishing, page 20. I love your Medieval handsewing videos! Keep up the fantastic work, I'm always excited when I see a notification of a new video.

[@bigred9428]

I love the look of this for modern day, although, I'm not crazy about the tail. I am so glad to see so many people hand stitching here on KZbin.

[@darklymoonlit]

It's so lovely and that color is stunning! Those rows of tiny cloth buttons are so elegant and so quintessentially Medieval and I'm such a sucker for them.

[@katconnors]

I caught that "it doesn't really madder" pun at 18:36. Clever.

[@FireyFox273]

It's so nice to see all the chickens cuddled together! Also, wonderful hood and video!!

[@ElinT13]

You did a very beautiful job with this hood, from the theory down to completion - very, very nice! And I also love the chicken shots! Do cuddle the for me, please!

[@hereismichela]

Welcome back, you too! I missed you :) (ok, I'll go on watching the video lol)

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

I missed being here too! Thank you for watching❤

[@morningstarghuleh1087]

Me: I'm going to make 14th century clothing! It looks so easy and quick. Me 10 winters later: ARRRRGH! My hood isn't finished yet! ARRRRRGH!!!!!

[@Sandraugiga]

That was beautiful, not only the sewing and history, but also the cinematography. Wow.

[@XPALYDO]

Amazing details, love the attention to small things. That weaving looked very neat when you ere done. You have extra patience!

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Thank you! Looking closely, it does not look that neat hahahah but well, there's a first time for everything!

[@marjoleinvandillen1628]

I think a hood has evolved as a very material wise way to protect a human body from the cold: covering the head and shoulders with minimal material. The head radiates a disproportionally lot of heat otherwise. (cold weather backpackers and mountaineers cover their head and neck warmly too) In the early middle ages, most people had to make do with very little: so 1 hood plus perhaps even 1 extra upper body layer (sweater/vest/coat) would give a lot of versatile uses for a little material to keep warm enough (to survive)

[@Janine.G.]

Thank you, Elin, for this wonderful video! ❤️❤️❤️ I love how you blend the information on the research, planning and sewing of a project with tiny glimpses into your everyday life in Sweden! I enjoyed watching the seasons change while you were happily sewing away on your hood. The Christmas vibes felt sooo warm and cozy! 🥰 🎄 And I'm sure your chickens enjoyed your lovely wreath! ☺️ Also, I guess I need to make a hood now! I've already got the fabric and watching you make one is very inspiring and encouraging! 👍😌😘

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

I'm so happy to hear that you saw and appreachiated that! Good look with your hood, I would love to see a picture of it when it's done!

[@KB-es5he]

only just caught this video - it is charming! the inclusion of animals, wild and domestic, is heartwarming and somehow authenticates your creation. I watched while baking bread - must go, it's now done! Thank you, I hope your beautiful hood has senn you through subsequent winters!! xx

[@mastersadvocate]

I think we should still wear hoods to keep our heads warm! I loved watching you cut out and sew your 14th century hood, and liripipe! You are a very good sewer! I love the colour of your hood, and think it suits you very nicely! Stay safe! Let's hope Covid-19 is over, soon! ~Janet in Canada

[@eggboy6926]

i actually started to tear up at the final shots in the snow, i cant express how much i love every single thing about this video

[@tpeschke6074]

The tablet weaving was so cool. And I love the buttons/button holes!

[@sarahbrooklynstudios7187]

The mouse in the tree!!! Ahhh 😍. You always put so much research and work into your projects. I love the hood. The color is beautiful.

[@robertdonnell8114]

I am a guy and could not find hoods for reenactment, so I made my own. I have started making over sized hoods for winter wear because they are so very warm. Over size so that wool knit caps can go underneath. Thank you for sharing this. My techniques are very similar to yours.

[@TheMaYsSA2]

I love that you show time passage in these videos! not only is it the most beautiful cinematography ever!!! but it also reassures me that these projects do take time and i don't have to pressure myself to finish a project within a week.

[@SadisticSenpai61]

I can easily see that a garment like a hood wouldn't be considered all that fashionable for those living in a cold climate where it would remind them of winter. They would probably look for every excuse not to wear something that they view as required clothing for winter. I know that where I'm at in North America, it does get pretty cold and we rarely see people wearing things like stocking caps, coats, gloves, etc when they don't have to. As soon as it starts warming up even just a little, we're outside in shorts and t-shirts. There's a kind of spring celebration every year where we enjoy going outside without having to put on coats, hats, gloves, scarves, etc. Meanwhile, there's plenty of people down south and on the coasts (where it's usually warmer) that go around with stocking hats, coats, and gloves on for fashion reasons. And now that I think about it, it's pretty rare to see anyone up here in a "fashion coat." I'm sure you've probably seen them on TV, if not in real life somewhere - a coat that clearly is designed to look good and doesn't keep you warm in the slightest. All of our winter clothes are primarily practical. We worry about them looking good if we have the extra money for it, but it's often not a priority for most people.

[@TheLballou]

Elin, this is a beautiful video. Including the scenes of the cottage by the lake, your chickens, cat and wildlife, gives we, in the United States a glimpse of your beautiful Sweden. Your scholarship and skillful stitching and patience with the process, produced a lovely garment. Thank you for taking us on this journey with you. I would like to know more about you if you ever decide to share that with us. Just, thank you!

[@irenecoermann2439]

I have to look into tablet weaving as an edge treatment! Fascinating!

[@kszewczuk8144]

Your tiny, precise stitches leave me in awe!!! Lovely work and nice video, as always!

[@SuperNovaSirius]

Aaah this is one of the most relaxing, informative and amazing videos I've seen in a while. I was literally gasping when you did those decorative, white lines on the bottom. It's so maticulous and so beautiful. I also never imagined making gores out of left over parts. Absolutely incredible.

[@estherbunny]

when i´m reenacting in my local medieval town in Denmark i tend to actually wear a hood year round. In the summer i wear it with the hood down, as it keeps me from getting sunburnt on my neck and shoulders. It doesn´t really make me overheat more than i do anyway when doing activities like gardening, fetching water and standing around being useful or less usefull. It´s too hot for saddling horses for the tournaments in the middle of the day, but everything is too hot for that; i strip down to my chemise when i do that in the summer (which is fine because it´s behind the scenes and in shade). I also have a straw hat, so i use one or the other depending on what is more practical for the activity i´m doing. The hood i use is borrowed from the town (open air museum), and i do really want to make my own, so this is very helpful for future reference, as is your whole channel, especially because it focuses on Scandinavia :)

[@draadjelosjokeschuurman]

What a great example of real workmanship! I really loved to watch it, also the information at the beginning. Thank you for sharing!

[@amalkaslavikova8005]

Another awesome project! Thanks for sharing (and I love that at some points you're wearing the skirt you made before :D)!

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Hahahah I'm glad you noticed it! It was my favourite garment to wear this summer😊

[@nyargis]

Love the format! The historical context gets me excited about the garment, so that it's all that much more interesting to see it come to life. Your incorporation of illustrations into the explanations as well as the always gorgeous aesthetic in your videos keeps it super lively and entertaining.

[@bloomfieldartsacademyatsac4033]

I love watching your videos. They are informative beautiful and refreshing to see the construction of garments from the Scandinavian region.

[@mimidoll13]

The folds are really good at keeping the wind from your face.

[@doreenwatson-read]

I am so relaxed after watching this, I know nothing about medieval hoods and I found this so interesting, the scenic shots were breathtaking. Subscribed!

[@padrigleamhnach]

Wow, great video. I love the buttons and the woven edge, really need to try that sometime.

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

I'm very happy you liked them! Thank you!

[@adedow1333]

I loved this! I saved it for when I would have enough time to watch it all together, as I do for all your videos. I loved all the different techniques as well, from the dyeing to the tablet weaving and stab stitching! I learned a lot. Thank you! Also, your sweet chickens look like they are getting on very well! They are beautiful!

[@NellBelle]

What a talented young lady. you are! I have struggled with winter scarves all my life. I lose them and then my ears are cold. Finally a solution I can try. Some of the techniques are really amazing. I finally have my first historical project thank you.

[@mnels5214]

The hood turned out so pretty! I love the buttons and the stitching. Now I'm inspired to try to make one. And I liked the research background, too - super interesting.

[@andinarizkia]

I LOOOVE the breakdown of the theory. I think it's what makes historical sewing so much fun, because it almost feels like looking at a treasure map, trying to solve the riddles, following little path and discovering something probably hidden, almost secret. And it feels magical. I really love your videos! You're one of my favorite historical sewing channel, since you also put so much details into "how I would have done it if I were a lady of XX century?" And it feels surreal. Thank you!

[@Pouquiloury]

Hi, you came into my feed and I am captivated by your style and techniques. I really like the tablet weaving on the garment while making it, that is so clever. I thought you could have needle binded the edge as well, it would give a similar appearance and can be done with only a needle (no other tools needed). If you started at the inside of the hood it would be to reinforce the buttonholes. But you could also needle bind an edge and with buttonholes in them. Different colors make a beautiful adornment. Needle binding won't come undone, so there will be no fraying. And, if done with wool you can felt it a bit if desired. Needle binding is time appropriate as well. As for stitching up the seam allowances on the hood, I thought that with having the seam allowances folded apart the stitches of the seam are exposed (yours are not visible, but the wind can peep through in harsh weather) and therefore the seam allowance is not used to make the seam extra sturdy. Just musing about this. These popped up in my mind. Oh, and I've subscribed to your channel, and off to binge watch your other videos. Greetings from The Netherlands, moi!

[@clairedocherty8432]

Yes, I loved the long introduction, it really helped me understand the whole process more, thank you! The hood looks absolutely stunning 😍

[@akatsukiawsome13]

English weaving terms: between the warp and the weft Tabard weaving is also called “card weaving” and old playing cards work really well! This is the first time I have seen someone sewing while weaving, rather than just sewing on a woven belt. This is great! I want to make some bone cards to weave with. Cardboard SUCKS because it snags. Patterns are really fun to make with card weaving, but I stick to simple stuff. Getting it to not “twist” by “evening out” your rotations while working with patterns you made yourself is.... work! I love your channel, you’re one of the best things I have found on youtube! It’s lovely to watch other people keep old traditions alive.

[@josephinedykstra3383]

Try old key/credit/ gift cards! They're sturdier than playing cards, but don't snag :)

[@NellBelle]

I agree the weaving and sewing part was scary to watch, but the brave girl did it so well.

[@LukBonvi]

That weaving part blew my mind

[@lauraleecreations3217]

I love these hoods!❤❤❤❤❤I love most historical sewing and Medieval eras are actually my favorite! I so enjoy hand sewing! There are many things I want to hand sew. As of late, face masks I machine sew, as.its quicker and it's not important to me to hand sew those. However, seeing you make this beautiful wool hood, I now want to hand sew myself some garments.

[@pyzikscott]

Thank you for introducing me to handmade buttons and tablet weaving. I love the hand stitching and video showing all the details. Bravo!

[@catherine1231]

a freaking masterpiece. both the video and hood. i can't believe how patient and meticulous you are XD bravo!

[@kaitazer]

I love everything about this video. (it's hard to have a favorite, I often rewatch your videos even though I'm a knitter, and don't sew garments from scratch).

[@flightwithtools]

the video is beautiful! the research, cinematography, b-roll, construction. one of the best videos i've seen in a long time! thank you for making it!

[@Javaman92]

Your skills and dedication is like something out of a fairy tale. What an excellent job, not only in the construction of your hood, but the editing of your video. Top quality all the way around.

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Wow, thank you so much! This made me very glad😍

[@daniellesalvia7788]

Her property is gorgeous!!!!!! Look at that scenery

[@Tina06019]

Your meticulous buttons and buttonholes convinced me that my new hood will be closed in the front (or be closed with a pin), Elin. I do know how to do a tablet-woven hem, though, and yours looks very nice. This was a lovely video, and it is a beautiful hood.

[@ValleyView24]

I adore your videos. The way you take the time to slow down and enjoy life all around you is a breath of fresh air. Now I need to make my girls their winter Little Red Riding capes!

[@meepitydoodle]

Wooow I love this!! I've been wanting to make medieval stuff (especially hoods) but I have zero motivation and the attention span of a pea hah.

[@elinabrahamsson9442]

Hahahah same here honestly! One must just try to find the inspiration and then go!

[@TheClairegrant]

Oh my gosh, the buttons. I love them. Bravo! Thank you for teaching us all. Great work.

[@polinaignatenkova3634]

I know that comparing creators is not always a good thing, but your editing and cinematography in general reminds me of Bernadette Banner. Very aesthetic, I love it. So much nature and beautiful outdoors, I wish I could take a walk through all of that beauty that is where you live. Also, the research is really really cool. I never considered that even though hoods are more often shown in summer scenes, they would be a lifesaver (probably literally) during winter. You're from Scandinavia so you'd know this very well. Thank you for the wonderfully, beautifully educational video!

[@vhehl698]

I really liked this type of format, the introduction was very, very informative and so nicely edited, thank you!! As always, the sewing process was nicely explained and so we'll thought out, and I really want to make this hood too now... Too bad I do not have time :((

[@SquiddyBonneBouche]

As an INTP, I just want to personally thank you for the intensive efforts you put into the bibliography of all of the historical samples of information you presented. It is so satisfying and reassuring.