Making a Queer Viking Kit || Part 2: Apron Dress and Accessories ||

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

What a delight to rewatch! That outfit is fantastic! The rainbow is lovely. In my imagination, it's marvelous to wear mementos of one's loved ones near one's heart.

[@Lucyclover8]

When you say you could spend hours talking about viking gender roles... please? That would be absolutely incredible! I know its not necessarily clothing focused, but I think it'd be so interesting, especially for your gnc viewers

[@OpusElenae]

It’s on the list of things! I am going to be teaching a survey class on Europe at the Tournament of Defense, and I might do something more focused for the channel after that.

[@LixiaWinter]

I literally internally screamed "What's stopping you?!" I, for one, would watch that video, when ever it's released

[@Worldbuilder]

I’m on a few hours of viking gender roles. I promise I’ll be handsewing my ideas about an apron dress while I watch? ;)

[@quanyintv]

@@OpusElenae if you're still having focus issues, use manual focus instead. There's a switch on the side of the lens and or an option in the camera to avoid the continuous focus messing up the shot. By the looks of it, you have auto tracking on. Hope this helps

[@OpusElenae]

@@quanyintv I’m not but thank you; this was literally the first time I’d taken that camera out of the box.

[@SnappyDragon]

firstly, FRIEND YOU LOOK SO HECKIN COOL. secondly . . . [need and terror at learning tablet weaving intensifies]

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you friend! Tablet weaving is one of those things where it was super hard until something clicked. I’m still not very practiced at it though.

[@joiadevita]

Okay just when I thought this amazing ace/demi/queer pride project couldn't get any more DOPE AS HELL you go and do this! The beads! The tiny pleats! The tablet weaving! The ace colors! THE PRIDE I JUST **happy ace twerking**

[@OpusElenae]

“Happy ace twerking” is going to be our new national dance.

[@joiadevita]

I will start a petition.

[@VarianAlastair]

​@@joiadevita WHERE DO I SIGN?? 🎉❤

[@Alex-Sews]

The little visual nods of like... your purple measuring table, black fabric, white paper... that repeated thru the video are fantastic. Love how the whole outfit turned out! Just a wonderful video all around. Happy Pride!!!

[@OpusElenae]

Yes that was EXTREMELY ON PURPOSE and not even a little accidental! (I actually wear mostly this color scheme in real life and a lot of my things are in these colors because it’s my favorite palette)

[@FayeSterling]

Heck, this gave me courage to re-attempt this style of smokkr! My first attempt resulted in uh....getting trapped courtesy of being the type of bi who can't do math, and my girlfriend just laughed and took pictures of me. As always, this turned out gorgeous! I adore the little black and white rainbow charm almost as I love Sven's lampwork cats

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! I did to a swatch first to see how much 1/4” gathers would reduce on this fabric. For me is was a bout a third. So 9” of grid became 3” of pleats.

[@lilykatmoon4508]

There’s a creator named Arith Hargar here on KZbin. He’s an archeologist and covers Norse and Viking culture and religion. He has some EXCELLENT videos on queerness in the Norse past including an amazing video on Ergi. I couldn’t recommend his channel more to someone interested in this topic!

[@OpusElenae]

Ooooo thank you! I’ll check that out!

[@ktlovely]

Courtney: We have no evidence of how long apron dresses were Me to Rich: They were actually crop tops Rich: ~beard twitch~

[@OpusElenae]

**CACKLES** now I wanna make one for hot Viking summer

[@valkyrie1066]

I'm all in. I switched from an apron to a tunic/baggy pants to fight. I'd love to...find my center? I do "farm woman"; Not a lot of jewelry, and a few more tools. No fancy colors. Also tried it with the narrow strips of cloth to pull off the fabric conservation, but it's a chore; I chose to trim where seams would have been and use wider fabric. Mundanely I absolutely love that purple!! Came back "home" after pandemic and adjusted for a 85lb weight loss. Did even gathers front and back to make it fitted again. Shortened shoulder loops slightly. Tried with underdress as well, but neck hole ended up a bit too big; so I "handed it down. Admireable card weaving! My festoon is messy and has most colors; but my Sprout wishes to return to Pennsic as their own bad self. LOL So I have to find the new colors for them. They plan to mix styles. Mom here has some sewing to do! When I started I used sinew for my festoon; but after it breaking a few times 👀 I now use wire. 👍👍 Thank you!!!

[@melissabebak1513]

I am eagerly awaiting the day you do a tablet weaving video! It's something I've been wanting to try. You make it looks so easy, and I love your glass token counting method.

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! I needed something quick and easy to help me keep place

[@stevezytveld6585]

@@OpusElenae You could make a stand-alone "this is how you tablet weave" video. My Mum did some back in the 80's.

[@coreygilles847]

I certainly don’t “need” another hobby…but that has never stopped me before…so I would love a video that is a deep dive into basic tablet weaving

[@OpusElenae]

I’m gonna need to get better at explaining it!

[@valkyrie1066]

A familiar feeling. There is a BIG tendency to try everything all at once. Or was that just me? LOL "Hold my mead!" I'm safer with a loom than a sword.

[@canucknancy4257]

Wonderful. That was so satisfying to see those pleats come into existence when the gathering threads were pulled. They are just beautiful. I adore the outfit, and appreciate the theme and history that is behind the choices of colours. Thank you for another lovely smile and look forward to seeing you next time. Take care.

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you Nancy! 💜💜💜

[@juliasmith5102]

Me, listening to Courtney explaining how she’s measuring and fitting the straps on the apron dress: “Oh, so she’s like, an actual genius.”

[@OpusElenae]

Lol I try my best!

[@augustwogsland3309]

I love the way this all turned out! Those beads are gorgeous and they look so good against the dark fabric of the apron dress

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! This might be one of my favorite outfits.

[@lilykatmoon4508]

Chef’s kiss to that way of evening the straps! I haven’t made an apron dress yet, but I will rewatch this when I do.

[@believeinfaeries8713]

Lovely video! I'm looking forward to a tablet weaving video. Also, I love the music you chose for this video. It's amazing and perfect.

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! I lovvvve Deskant’s music

[@Nessi-dances]

OHMYGODS YOU LOOK SO COMFY!!!!!!! I love the whole heckling kit!!!!

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! It is super comfy!

[@bearhugzfam649]

I actually did a bit of a deep dive into the whole gay Vikings thing and I found something out thanks to a book that Gunnora Hallakarva was published in (I forget the title but she has a website so you can look up her contributions separately if you haven't already and you want to) Simply put they (like most other non-Abrahamic ancient cultures) don't seem to have given much of a f*ck if you wanted to have sex with people other than your spouse, regardless of gender. The only person you had to answer two was your partner. There was some stigma around having kids out of wedlock, but not really for moral reasons more for practical ones. The argr thing - that's from the culture of sexual domination of foes, the whole rape & pillage thing. So basically a guy who was a bottom in the relationship was seen as weak and submissive, which were big insults in the context of the culture, hence why a guy who was accused of that had the right to smack the sh!t out of whoever said that about him, to prove he was able to do so. It wasn't so much that the issue was being gay, it was with being submissive, the kind of man who would hide behind their boyfriend instead of fighting his own battles. I thought that was pretty interesting!

[@OpusElenae]

It’s fascinating how our modern cultural biases can affect how we view past civilizations!

[@jwlundgren]

love the colors of the overall outfit as well as your term "historically adequate". That is my new catchphrase!

[@MaridithSmith]

This was so cool to watch! I love that you referenced the finds you were inspired by. The outfit as a whole is so stunning !!!

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you!

[@FlybyStardancer]

It turned out so well!! I love the beads and the woven band! :D

[@lilykatmoon4508]

Stunning result! I adore the festoon! Tablet weaving is something I definitely want to explore. Wonderful job. Thank you for sharing your skills with us!

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you so much!

[@mackenziew]

The whole look fits you so well. Great job!

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you so much!

[@ninaschust3694]

plus rainbows are beautiful.

[@MonaSkovJensen]

This was such a joy to watch! Thank you for the part about viking gender roles, telling and showing how you made this amazing outfit (I love the way you did the pleats!) and the tablet weaving was fascinating

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you so much!

[@lydianoack4552]

Okay, you got me. I just lucked on to a length of really good, heavy, pinstriped wool (thrifted) and was going to make one really weird office dress out of it, and now that's going to be an apron dress 🖤 Also, superb job on all your videos and your commendable dedication to inclusivity.

[@McNerdyCostumesandProps]

Such a beautiful representation!!! 🌈❤️ it was awesome to see all of the gorgeous elements come together into one cohesive look. Also, I noticed you were using those little glass beads to count your rows while you were tablet weaving. Absolutely genius!!!

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! The pattern has alternating 5 and 7 turn repeats and I needed a way to keep track of them lol

[@KellyAK]

I loooove this, but in particular the little tiny gathers - so satisfying! - and the lovely rainbow festoon. The whole outfit looks so good 💜🖤💜🖤

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! 😊

[@rebeccacuthbertson1271]

Yes yes yes! All of the yes! I love all of this. And the Mongolian Throat Singing throughout your video was EPIC! (or at least it sounded like Mongolian Throat Singing to me based on the few pieces that I've heard)

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you!

[@rowanbean7197]

Oh I LOVE your method of using the glass beads to count your turns. I always lose track of where I am in my patterns.

[@OpusElenae]

It worked out really well!

[@Chibihugs]

I absolutely adore how this viking dress is a beautiful expression of yourself! What a fantastic way to celebrate Pride!

[@RobinT346]

Those pleats/gathers are proper lush. And I love that you included the trans, brown and black beads in your queer festoon

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you for noticing! I like the intersectional queer flag best of all.

[@Rozewolf]

Lovely. I think you have the right idea about the pleats on the dress. I usually am a 950's Varangian, and the Kostrup dress is next on my list to sew.

[@OpusElenae]

Heck yeah, I can’t wait to see yours!

[@Rozewolf]

@@OpusElenae I will post pics when I finish it. I'm hoping to have it done in July.

[@TheMetatronGirl]

My apologies for being so late. KZbin has stopped notifying me of several of my favorite people’s videos! It’s so gratifying to find representation in any form of media, but even more so when it’s someone of your apparent caliber. I am a queer, Pan & Demi, Scandinavian descendant (Irish, too). I love your channel, and all of your content, but this project might just be my very favorite. Be well, friend, and may the next week bring you abundance and blessings.

[@OpusElenae]

Notifications have been weird lately, so I’m glad you found it at all! Thank you so much for your kind words. 💜🤍🖤🏳️‍🌈

[@HistoryWithCharacter]

I learned some new sewing techniques here, not just about queer Vikings! Fantastic stuff, and the ensemble came together beautifully. I can't wait to see your tablet weaving video!

[@OpusElenae]

I’m glad! I love when I can teach people new things

[@RowanWarren78]

Awww, pride Viking chic! Love it, love the beads!! This middle-aged bi chick is now a even bigger fan!

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! 💗💜💙

[@linw7320]

Courtney, Both your ensemble & message are beautiful. 🌈💜

[@OpusElenae]

Aw thank you! 💜🖤🤍

[@LadyofNonSequitr]

That tablet weaving pattern is one of my ABSOLUTE FAVORITES! If you haven't tried the soumak part, you totally should!!! Especially with a yarn that CHANGES COLOR and has HIGH CONTRAST with the other two! Those beads are so cool, too! :D

[@OpusElenae]

That’s next on my list!

[@StockmanOriginal]

Just found your channel- love your work, truly top shelf 👍🏼

[@StockmanOriginal]

P. S. I would be honored to make a new shuttle for you, I noticed a missing ear.🙂

[@OpusElenae]

Welcome, and thank you! And what a kind offer, I'd love that. E-mail me at opuselenae AT gmail and we'll work out details?

[@StockmanOriginal]

@@OpusElenae I had sent you an email but perhaps it got labelled spam by accident as I didn't hear back so assume you didn't get it. I did go ahead and make a shuttle out of bone, hopefully to your liking. Would love to send it to you. We will send you another email now with a picture of the shuttle.

[@OpusElenae]

@@StockmanOriginal Oh goodness, I could have sworn I replied to you! Let me respond to that email now. Thank you for your generosity!

[@StockmanOriginal]

@@OpusElenae Here's a picture: kzbin.infoUgxlvpUElYMelPGojqZ4AaABCQ

[@laurenschiller1804]

Oh, the tablet weaving is great! Morgan Donner has a video series where she's re-creating the Herjolfsnes Greenland gown and she uses the tablet cards to weave a hem in one of the videos, but it was great seeing a setup that allows easier tracking of the strings and also more complexity

[@OpusElenae]

Tablet weaving definitely has both practical and decorative uses in the early medieval period especially. This particular rig would not be well suited to the Herjolfsnes type hemming that uses tablet weaving, but is great for more decorative weaving.

[@meamela9820]

Everything about this video makes me happy. Queer history especially. And in general just learning new things about different construction methods and findings and see how you make stuff.

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you so much!

[@jptoitle2122]

It looks great! I’m getting ready to make my own version. The interpretation that I’ll be using involves the tablet woven strip having had a strip of linen between the wool and tablet woven band. Linen being plant fiber, would have deteriorated in a way leaving no trace behind. BI read that the warp and weave of the wool the Kostrup dress was made with would have been a very…fraying fabric, so a strip of linen would have been a way of securing. 🤔

[@OpusElenae]

Oh that sounds lovely!

[@ceruleanskies001]

That is some serious tablet weaving (and Oh, and a peeking Maksy there)! This whole outfit made me smile. Hope it brings you joy for a long time.

[@OpusElenae]

She’s just so adorable!

[@nataliestanchevski4628]

Every time someone does tablet weaving I am in awe. I can sew, knit, crochet, and walk a mean drop spindle but spinning those cards is dizzying lol. The ensemble is gorgeous.

[@OpusElenae]

If it makes you feel any better, I can’t crochet for the life of me! 💜

[@cadyasaur07]

I stumbled across your video and so delighted to have found your account! 😀

[@OpusElenae]

Oh thank you! Welcome to the Croissant crew.

[@emelote]

I am loving this series! All the music is amazing! Thanks!

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you!

[@lajoyous1568]

Looks like you found the perfect length. It all turned out beautifully.

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! I like the hint of linen showing at the hem.

[@lajoyous1568]

@@OpusElenae me too 😊

[@lilykatmoon4508]

That tea sounds amazing!

[@alphie333]

Would you ever consider doing a tablet weaving tutorial? I inherited one from my grandma and have no clue how to use it but would love to learn! I just don’t even know where to start!

[@OpusElenae]

I was thinking about doing a simple tablet weaving one; I’ll move that up in the queue!

[@kieraoona]

Your Su-purr-visor is so helpful by keeping the fabric from moving around too much while you're pinning.

[@OpusElenae]

He’s just so….. HELPFUL.

[@TheRavensTable]

Thank you so very much for a fantastic look into the history of queer Viking culture!!

[@OpusElenae]

You’re welcome; thank you for the support!

[@IDoDeclareify]

Loved this so so much! Makes me want to revamp my whole Viking kit!

[@OpusElenae]

More Viking kitttttttt! 💜

[@HexxWhat]

I am coming to this almost a year late on my own apron dress related research and as a panromantic demisexual this was an interesting and informative watch on multiple layers. I too find the word 'queer' to be most representative of myself. Great video and the garments look great.

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! I’m so glad it’s affirming. 💜🖤🤍

[@craftingwithcasca]

This turned out so awesome! Also super educational.

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you so much!

[@elizabethpothier6270]

Did I miss the link for the thread your using for the tablet weaving? Looks amazing! Thanks for sharing. Just working on my first garb for the SCA

[@OpusElenae]

Oh no I forgot to post it! Thanks for letting me know; I’ll add it in, but here’s the link: www.etsy.com/listing/186414838/100-yards-of-202-spun-silk-in-a-variety

[@stevezytveld6585]

Please tell me that you're taking part in CoSy (Costume Symposium) on The YT, August 19-22, 2021. Happy Pride, Sweetheart. Thanks for the reminder - I tend to skip breakfast. Those pleats are amazing. And far less technical to get to than I would have ever suspected. - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown

[@OpusElenae]

I definitely am! I’ll be doing another capsule wardrobe (Viking this time) and a couple other things

[@stevezytveld6585]

@@OpusElenae Yay!

[@NutzerWurdeGeloescht]

Lots of love for the dress, you look stunning! Also, I like your critical stand towards racist/right-wing viking reception. Aside from Vikings are gay, I can also recommend Welsh Viking here on KZbin. Both have an academic background and do a great job busting popular myths about vikings and giving a broader, more inclusive perspective

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! And yessss Jimmy is amazing and does outstanding work, but in the historical and the anti-bigot spheres!

[@kitdubhran2968]

Love this. Wish I had some turtle broaches. Any recommendations of a shop to get them at? I am also on the ace spectrum and loved bo try if the parts of this series.

[@OpusElenae]

I got mine from Raymond’s Quiet Press! 💜🖤🤍

[@collettemcquaide1662]

Please do...make a video on Viking gender roles. I have hours I'm willing to spend them with you. So proud of those of you finding strength to speak out. I'm an elderly woman being gay was illegal until I was seven. To see how far away we are from then it still needs to be dupported. Xx

[@OpusElenae]

[@quicksilvertears921]

Super 👌 cool. I love what you have done.

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you!

[@rachelboersma-plug9482]

Beautiful work, as always. Haven't got up yet, so no tea for me. The pleated section is quite narrow, compared to others I've seen. Was this your personal preference for fit, dictated by the amount of fabric you had, or for some other reason? I'm always fascinated by people's design choices as it shows how flexible it's possible to be. The detachable piece of tablet weaving is really interesting, and allows for swapping out this element to suit the occasion or as your skill level improves.

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! The width of the pleating on the original dress was 7.6cm wide, which is about 3 inches, so I took my cue from the extant piece.

[@stephankelly9859]

Outstanding!!! Great work!!!

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you so much!

[@ellainaboucino5005]

The black long sleeve shift dress with the harness in the cutting clip? Gorgeous. I need to know... did you make them? Where can I find info on the harness? Pls and thank you.

[@OpusElenae]

Yes, thank you; I did make both! They're both fairly easy projects; I can make short-form videos (tiktok/IG reels, etc) or blog-style posts on how I made them both.

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

Glad to know I wasn't the only one getting distracted from the main action by the seamstress's gorgeous outfit! 😄

[@LauraJayne64]

Do you have a video on how you make the under dress?

[@OpusElenae]

Yup it’s in part one!

[@laurenlaker]

Lovely work

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you!

[@debwooten]

Lovely! Thank you for sharing!

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! 💜

[@oliviahamilton8654]

This was fantastic! Thank you for such an informative video :) Is there a reason to warp the way you did instead of doing a circular warp directly on the loom?

[@OpusElenae]

I honestly can’t remember my reasoning; generally speaking I prefer that method. I’m sure there was a method to it…

[@FrenchTheLlamaFTL]

Just curious, is there a reason for the black dots on your nails?

[@OpusElenae]

I think they’re pretty!

[@FrenchTheLlamaFTL]

@@OpusElenae valid a reason as any!

[@susanrobertson984]

@@OpusElenae I agree. 😁

[@anna_mar]

I love how the outfit turned out!! Now I kind of want to make an apron dress like that for everyday wear.... (Also, the ad I got in the middle was for Viking Line, who operate ferries here in the Baltic Sea, and I'm not 100% convinced that was a coincidence 🤔)

[@OpusElenae]

Oh man that’s perfect ad synchronicity! And I’ve been tempted to wear my linen apron dresses as sundresses. Maybe I’ll do that soon!

[@ezabellaallyot9234]

Wonderful ensemble! 🖤💜🤍

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! 💜🖤🤍

[@costumesandchaos]

Good thing it’s a black cat on the black wool…my white cat LOVES dark fabric

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

If you're having an apple for breakfast, then, I can have cherries for supper. (I just finished a cup of weak mildly herbal water & may have spice tea next.)

[@rachelboersma-plug9482]

Back with for a second viewing. This time I've got lemon verbena tisane. Is there a reason you used silk thread for the pleating and linen for the rest of the sewing? And where did you get your tortoise brooches?

[@OpusElenae]

1. Lemon verbena tissue is the best. 2. There is! Silk twist is stronger than the linen thread and because the pleats are under a bit of tension when worn, I wanted the strongest thread I could get.

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

Thank you again for another wonderful video. Your outfit turned out great, congratulations! (Drinking plain electrolyte water in the melting heat)

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! And yeah I’ve been drinking a LOT of water

[@megangreen7428]

How did you manage to do the curve when drafting your pieces? It is a little hard to see, and I struggle with curves. thanks!

[@OpusElenae]

What curve do you mean?

[@kinpatsu37]

Huge thanks from an nb, ace-spectrum Viking :)

[@OpusElenae]

💜🤍🖤 represent!

[@deanofthequeer]

How do you find chalk chalk compared to the more waxy tailor's chalk? (Are they both called tailor's chalk?) I've used both in my sewing for work and honestly I hate regular chalk, it disappears so fast. When sewing things that can't have the waxy stuff I honestly just do completely without or risk using a pencil.

[@OpusElenae]

I don’t use regular chalk often because of just what you describe.

[@michellemorgan8387]

Help, how did you wash your wool prior to cutting? I haven't gotten a good answer about wool pre-washing techniques and I need help befor I cut the wool I have. I can't afford to replace it.

[@OpusElenae]

I washed this wool on a gentle/handwash setting in warm water with Eucalan (a no-rinse wool cleanser; do not use Woolite) I didn’t want to completely full it, just get the sizing out and fluff the fibers a bit.

[@michellemorgan8387]

@@OpusElenae hello again, Thank you so much for getting back to me this is very helpful and I really appreciate you taking the time to respond. I can't wait to get started on my project. blessings to you , Michelle

[@brigidscaldron]

Oh my gosh I love it so much!

[@brigidscaldron]

Happy pride! 🌈🌈🌈

[@brigidscaldron]

I heard there was a huge kerfuffle in one of the Facebook Viking groups that was not the SCA. I’m really sorry that people are jerks because this was brilliant and I love it! Hopefully you’ll get more positive feedback than negative.

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you! And yeah there was lol. The response from other members what overwhelmingly positive and supportive though!

[@linr8260]

That is some dramatic pleating... The dress has such a nice fit too, congrats!

[@OpusElenae]

Thank you!

[@AgentPedestrian]

For tablet weaving instructions I can highly recommend Elewys of Finchingefeld here on KZbin! She does great beginner videos and has lots of patterns up describing the process

[@OpusElenae]

Oh thank you!

[@agypsycircle]

Just a quick question, where oh where did you find that incredible rainbow bead, and are the brass cats available anywhere? Because Ima need a few!!!

[@OpusElenae]

The rainbow bead was a gift from a friend, and… I’m afraid I’m not sure what you mean by brass cats?

[@agypsycircle]

@@OpusElenae The little brass charm opposite of the rainbow bead, it kinda looks like a cat to me lol! Sorry I misidentified it!

[@OpusElenae]

@@agypsycircle oh! That’s a crow, and it also was a gift. I’m sorry!

[@agypsycircle]

@@OpusElenae Well they are absolutely awesome and I’ll have to keep an eye out for something similar!

[@barbaraberntsen1780]

Making this beautiful apron dress for a bride.

[@OpusElenae]

Oh that’ll be stunning

[@numb3r5ev3n]

@15:57 Kitty!

[@ariverdreaming]

Ahhh this makes me so happy!

[@OpusElenae]

I'm so glad!

[@justyouraverageweirdo]

It makes my laugh that basically one of the biggest insults was to basically be called a bottom.

[@OpusElenae]

Right?!

[@SaffronHammer]

I looked up to the definition of demisexual: "people only feel sexually attracted to someone when they have an emotional bond with the person." What can that have to do with your dress?

[@OpusElenae]

It was Pride month, several of us were making Pride-themed outfits.

[@SaffronHammer]

@@OpusElenae I’m new to these definitions , but being sexually attracted to the one we love is considered Queer? I think that’s a straight thing as well.

[@OpusElenae]

@@SaffronHammer no, but not experiencing ANY sexual attraction unless you have an emotional bond is.

[@gabrielcoelho2346]

This makes total sense. As a Norse pagan it annoys me that white supremacists and conservatives transpose those restrictive norms of Abrahamic religions into mine. According to Norse folklore, Thor had his hammer Miolnir stolen by ice giants. To retrieve it, he literally dressed as a woman and killed them off guard, thus making him somewhat of the transgender God.

[@OpusElenae]

And let’s not even START on Loki!

[@coldhands4799]

Nobody's talking about your genius method of making the straps fit smh

[@OpusElenae]

The openest secret I have!

[@Nebulouslystarlight]

I was considering subbing after your Brigid's cap video (because damn that was pretty), but let me tell you, I hit that sub button faster than the speed of wikipedia editors when you said essentially "fuck fascists"

[@maryeileenhatch8895]

What does this have to do with making a viking apron dress? I ĥave no problem with people being gay or part of the LGBTQ community. I wanted to see you make the dress.

[@OpusElenae]

Lucky for you I did make the dress.

[@lilykatmoon4508]

DEFINITELY checking out Vikings are gay!

[@Leathurkatt]

Do bear in mind that Loki was in fact depicted in the Poetic Edda's as a gender fluid Omnisexual deity (and was ODIN's sibling, not Thor's). So yeah, the Northmen were far more progressive in their attitudes towards gender and sexuality than the Christian colonizers who sought to surpress any culture that did not hold to their Poisonous Patriarchy and Toxic Masculinity ideals... Also... KITTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! **snugglepets**

[@OpusElenae]

Yuuuup

[@Devanrealness]

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[@OpusElenae]

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[@kittys.2870]

One out of every thousand births is an INTERSEXED baby. (WebMD) It's simple, equal RIGHTS and equal PROTECTION UNDER the LAW

[@OpusElenae]

Absolutely!

[@josefinebrannlund7297]

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[@OpusElenae]

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[@wilddesertladiesvanlife4399]

You want a good example of where gender roles set in the Viking age look up everything on Loki. He was trans. They didn't have the beliefs like we have in our society now. Christianity has played a lot and changing how people look at the lgbtq community. I'm trans but I'm also a shield Maiden. But I'm also twin chimera. I was born with both genders. Keep up the awesome videos they are very cool

[@OpusElenae]

I’m reading a really interesting paper right now on the role of magic (specifically seidr) in the concept of argr and why Odin and Loki had very different social standings despite both practicing!

[@zephiel70]

*c r u n c h*

[@OpusElenae]

(it was such a good apple too)