Does anyone know how to Viking Knit?

[soocool]

If so, how did you learn. Jewelry class?, on-line tutorial? Book?

I ran across this while I was googling wire knitting and crocehting online. It looks like a lot of fun. There is a beading/jewelry making place near me that evidently had a class in viking knitting last month, but I don't see anything scheduled so far for January.

Viking Knitting involves knitting with wire to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings, etc.

 

[Lady_Disdain]

Viking knit is quite easy to get the hang of. You just need time and patience. Make a practice piece first so learn how to make even stitches and then you can move on to precious metal and double weave. Try it!

This is a nice and clear tutorial: http://www.fineartbyrocio.com/vikingknitdirections

 

[soocool]

Viking knit is quite easy to get the hang of. You just need time and patience. Make a practice piece first so learn how to make even stitches and then you can move on to precious metal and double weave. Try it!

This is a nice and clear tutorial: http://www.fineartbyrocio.com/vikingknitdirections

Thanks! I thought it was a long shot to see if anyone here has heard or has done any Viking knitting. I am going to AC Moore and Michael's on Friday and hope to buy some wire and other materials to get started.

Do you use an allen wrench or a wooden dowel to do your project on? I am just trying to figure out what I will need to practice.

 

[Lady_Disdain]

I use a metal rod, but I can see how an allen wrench would be great for keeping everything nice and even.

I admit that I don't do a lot of viking knit. I prefer other stitches that are done with a hook on continuous wire, since that doesn't require adding in new lengths.