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Pewter Thread Braid Bash Class

Add some color to your pewter thread bracelets with colored cord.

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Join our blog and add some color to your pewter thread bracelets.  I love the look of traditional pewter thread braids but sometimes I long for a little variation to really make the materials pop.  I usually wear several bracelets at a time and often I can color coordinate my selection with what I’m wearing. […]

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Steps on how to create a double four-strand pewter thread braid

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Hey everyone!  I’ve gotten lots of requests over the past few weeks regarding the steps on how to create a double four-strand braid for our pewter thread and Saami inspired folks.  This is a beautiful dense Irish looking pattern that takes a bit of practice.  To start you will need 4 strands of 0.35mm pewter

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New Twists on Saami Inspired Four Braid Pewter Thread Bracelets

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I don’t know about you but sometimes I can get a little crazy when it comes to all the different variations of braids that are possible for my bracelets.  For example, I’m working on the two bracelets pictured below which are double strand, four braid weaves.  They are essentially the same except for the division

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It’s “knot” easy! Pewter thread Viking posament practice.

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Here are some practice pieces I’m working on using the same pewter thread  I use for my Saami Inspired Bracelet projects.  This type of knot work is a replication of “posaments” or decorations found in Viking graves from the 9th and 10th centuries in Sweden.  While I’m using pewter thread, ancient posaments were actually created

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Share your projects and ideas on our Saami Inspired Crafts Facebook page!

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With the release of our new book “Saami Inspired Bracelet Basics” (available at Amazon.com) we encourage everyone to share their projects, tips and tricks on our Saami Inspired Crafts Facebook page!  Share your photos and check out our international contributors.  

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Free! How To Measure Materials For Saami Inspired Leather Bracelets – Free Download

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Free! How To Measure Materials For Saami Leather Bracelets Start making your own custom Saami inspired leather bracelets with this quick guide. Understanding what measurements are needed in a leather bracelet will help you to create innovative designs and allow you to experiment with your braiding. This is a free downloadable PDF. Get it today

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Now in Paperback! Saami Inspired Bracelet Basics Book

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Saami Inspired Bracelet Basics Book Available now in paperback! Saami Inspired Bracelet Basics Book The long awaited Saami Inspired Bracelet Basics E-Book by Liz Bucheit is here and available on Amazon. Explore the wonderful world of spun pewter thread jewelry! Historically, Vikings used metal spun thread to decorate their clothing and leather goods. This technique

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Saami Inspired Bracelet Basics E-Book

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Available now! Saami Inspired Bracelet Basics Saami Inspired Bracelet Basics Book The long awaited Saami Inspired Bracelet Basics E-Book by Liz Bucheit is here and available on Amazon. Explore the wonderful world of spun pewter thread jewelry! Historically, Vikings used metal spun thread to decorate their clothing and leather goods. This technique enjoyed a resurgence

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