Notes from the Workshop
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Read more: Medieval Stress Balls
Medieval Stress Balls
We have it on good authority that Sir Galahad suffered from a bit of ADD. Of course, back then they didn’t know what Attention Deficit Disorder was. In those Dark Ages you were considered “special” or “touched.” Or “dead” if you couldn’t keep your mind on the joust. Recently, archeologists discovered these little gems, entombed…
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Read more: Poulsbo Art Festival
Poulsbo Art Festival
We are prepped and ready for the Poulsbo Art Festival this year. Stop by and see our inventory, say hello, and maybe try on our newset Hauberk!
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Read more: Art Show Season
Art Show Season
We had a great time in Kingston this past weekend – your next chance to see all of our products is coming up August 17, 18, and 19 at the Poulsbo Art Show.
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Read more: Accidents Happen
Accidents Happen
These little guys are the result of experimenting with Aspect Ratio, which is what determines which rings you can use for certain patterns. Some sizes and thickness are completely unsuitable for some patterns, but we still like to play. One day we were trying to make a Helm flower using completely incompatible rings just to…
The Courage of Color
When most people think of chainmaille, they envision silver—cool, metallic, traditional, reminiscent of knights and history books. However, modern chainmaille, the kind we weave ring by ring, presents a completely different narrative. It bursts with color, exudes expressiveness, boldness, and for many, that boldness can feel a bit intimidating. We encounter this scenario frequently: someone…
Chainmaille as Modern Armor: Why We Wear What Makes Us Feel Strong
There’s a reason we reach for certain pieces when we need to feel grounded, brave, or a little more ourselves. Jewelry has always been more than decoration. It’s a signal, a story, a shield. And for many of us, Chainmaille is the closest thing we have to modern armor. We don’t expect battle, but we…
Bold is Beautiful. Wearing a Statement Necklace with Ease.
This Byzantine chainmaille necklace—three lush shades of green, held together with larger silver rings—might seem bold at first glance. It’s intricate, significant, unapologetically present. And yet, on her, it doesn’t overwhelm. It enhances. There’s a quiet confidence in choosing a piece that others might call “too big.” But what does that even mean? Too bold…
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The Velvet Zebra 