This is a working list of the classes currently planned for Hrim-Schola V, hosted by the Shire of Frosted Hills, East Kingdom, Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc., on 10 March 2001. Please check back periodically to keep abreast of the offerings. Last updated 4 March 2001.

For further information, you can contact the instructors or the Chancellor, Þóra Sharptooth.

This document is a work in progress. It is provided as is without any express or implied warranties. While every effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained, the authors assume no responsibility for errors or omissions, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

Classes offered at Hrim-Schola V, 10 March 2001

© 2001, Carolyn Priest-Dorman and the instructors

Anglo-Saxon Wood Turning Tools, Lord Macsen Felinfoel

Discussion of available information on early Anglo-Saxon wood turning tools, including evidence of wood turning, tool finds, similar tools in later use, and fabrication of both reproduction and speculative tools for experimental and demonstration purposes. One hour. 12:15pm.

Basic Tablet Weaving, Lord Gauen Wydefare

Basic Tablet Weaving is an introductory class for beginners. Instruction will be on basic structure and technique of tablet weaving, from ball of yarn to finished product. A brief history of the art will trace the outlines of its development and some applications for the Current Middle Ages. The first of two hours will be lecture and demonstration; the second hour will be hands-on learning. Materials will be available for ten students, but any number may sit in. A materials fee of $1 will cover the cost of yarn and basic tablets. Students with their own tablets should see me and get extra yarn before class. Two hours. 11:00am.

By the Book, Lady Johanna le Mercer

The books and sources for medieval herbal knowledge. One hour. 11:00am.

Calligraphic and Illuminatory Theory, Lady Alayne Alexandra Nyvern Nightwatch

This class will deal with the "how to" aspects of learning and refining individual skill levels in the calligraphic and illuminatory arts. Students are encouraged to bring projects which they are working on. Beginners to experts are welcomed in the class. Ages 12 and up. Limit 10 people per session. Offered in two one-hour sessions; students may attend either session, or both. 11:00am and 1:30pm.

Flemish Twist Bowstrings, Master Frydherich Eysenkopf

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History and Construction of a Simple Spring-Pole Lathe, Master Dofinn-Hallr Morrisson

The evidence for the spring-pole lathe in Danelaw England and the construction of a simple spring-pole lathe that shares key functional properties with its historical antecedents. Includes basic terminology, evidence from period, and plans for building your own. One hour. 11:00am.

Intermediate Netting, Lady AnneLiese Wolkenhaar

Prerequisite: Hands-on attendees must have prior knowledge of a netting knot. Students will learn increasing and decreasing to create flat or 3-D shapes as well as netting in the round. Students will recieve information on netting a 14th century hairnet and creating flat shapes for filet lace. Auditors welcome. Hands-on attendees may bring their own netting supplies or may purchase a kit from the instructor for $6.50; a $0.50 donation for the handout is appreciated. Two hours. 12:15pm.

Introduction to Drop Spinning, Lady Mirabel Belchere

A brief overview of dropspinning will be presented, including preparation of wool for spinning and finishing techniques. The bulk of the class will focus upon the technique of spinning 1-ply yarn using a dropspindle. The class notes will also include information concerning archaeological evidence, as well as additional notes pertaining to the material taught in class. Dropspindles and wool will be provided for use during the class. After the class, students may purchase a dropspindle and 1+ lbs. of wool (at cost) for $16. Limited to five students. One hour. 11:00am.

Introduction to Fabric Weaving in Medieval Europe, Lady Aurelia du Vrai Coeur

For the complete novice to fiber arts, this class includes a brief overview of the history of weaving and development of loom technology; discusses common weaving terms including those used to identify the parts of the loom; and ends with a demonstration of the process from raw fiber to woven fabric. One hour. 1:30pm.

Knitting in the Round, Mistress Rose Otter

Knitting in the round is a period technique for making items such as hats, gloves, purses and pillows. The class will cover the basics of knitting, purling, casting on and binding off using multiple double pointed needles. If time allows more advanced techniques will be covered. No experience is necessary. Materials and handouts free; limited to five participants, no limit on the number of auditors. 12:15pm.

Medieval Gardening, Lady Jadwiga Zajaczkowa

Get a head start on planning your spring planting (or botanical textile!): a whirlwind tour of period garden design: herbers, pleasuances, parks, and paradises. Garden layouts, furniture, materials, plants, and techniques. One hour. 1:30pm.

Nålebinding Round Table

Come meet, schmooze with, and learn from other nålebinders. Bring your work, compare samples, discuss your plans for sock-ing the Known World! Argue about terminology, share sources, and help this fiber art to become better established. One hour. 4:00pm.

Natural Dye Basics, Lady AnneLiese Wolkenhaar

This class will cover the basic concepts and materials needed to start your own natural dyeing. Topics will include some common medieval dyestuffs and mordants, safety precautions, and a tiny bit of chemistry. The instructor will bring samples, and students are also welcome to bring their own samples for discussion. Lecture/discussion; one hour. 2:45pm.

Researching and Designing Early Period Embroidery, Mistress Gabrielle d'Outre Mer

This class will be twofold: it will include an overview of some basic stitches that were done in embroidery prior to 1200, including split, stem, chain, couching, satin, and laidwork and also early uses of gold metal thread. The second half of the class will be an open discussion on where to find information about early period embroideries and how to create period designs for an early period persona. We'll look at a variety of period objects, including written sources, illuminated manuscripts, sculpture, architecture, and paintings for inspiration and documentation. Handouts will include examples of period designs and stitches, with a bibliography. Students should have needles, thread, practice fabric, and embroidery floss if they wish to practice the stitches. I will provide some gold metal thread for those who want to try embroidering with metal. One hour. 1:30pm.

Scents of the Middle Ages and Renaissance, Lady Jadwiga Zajaczkowa

Learn about and sample a variety of scented materials available in period, and the various uses to which these scents were put. "Noses-on" class. Botanical materials, essential and fragrance oils will be present. Those with allergy concerns should contact the instructor before class begins. One hour. 12:15pm.

Secrets of the Stillroom, Lady Johanna le Mercer

Basic terminology and procedures. One hour. 4:00pm

Shields of Early Medieval Scandinavia, Sir Mord the Green

While shields may seem at first to be a topic to be taken for granted, a quick investigation of scholarly sources creates much confusion. Examined from literary, pictorial, and especially archaeological sources, Mord the Green has found not only an understanding of the technology of shields, but a greater understanding of the changes in the culture and social hierarchy that used them. One hour. 1:30pm.

Side Board Presentation, Lady Oksana Goncharova

Participants will be setting up the sideboard with Oksana. Learn the secrets of Oksana's presentations while staying in budget. Wow them at your next event. One hour. 11:00am.

Tablet Weaving: 3/1 Broken Twill, Master Herveus d'Ormonde

This class will discuss 3/1 double-face broken twill, including some hands-on practice. Discussion will place the technique in relation to similar techniques. Theory and structure will be discussed, along with a look at the Arlon band and the instructor's first crack at redacting a pattern for one of the figures. 1:30pm.

Tablet Weaving Round Table

You've heard of the Tablet Weavers' Tea at Pennsic? Well, it's kind of like that (without any tea, of course if you're hungry, visit the sideboard first). Meet, greet, catch up on, and chat with other tablet weavers here. Bring your samples, photos, or anything else you'd like to share. One hour. 4:00pm.

Tips for Aspiring Bards, Lady Aurelia du Vrai Coeur

This is a class for novice bards including hints on building and developing a repertoire of pieces suitable for SCA performance, prompting your memory, dealing with mistakes, overcoming fears and stage-fright, ways to communicate a message to your audience, and participation in bardic competitions. Taught by a former royal bardic champion. One hour. 12:15pm.

Using the Spring-Pole Lathe, Master Dofinn-Hallr Morrisson

How to turn greenwood bowls on the spring-pole lathe. Includes acquiring, handling, and storing raw materials; preparing and mounting a bowl blank; making the bowl; and finishing methods. One hour. 1:30pm.

Warp-Weighted Loom Basics, Þóra Sharptooth

Hands-on weaving of 2/2 twill on an Icelandic-style warp-weighted loom. Includes information on extant looms, how to warp, what tools and materials to use, bibliography, and other research sources. One hour. 2:45pm.

Whitework, Mistress Rose Otter

Whitework is white on white embroidery. Whitework uses free and counted embroidery techniques but unlike other embroidery styles it also uses pulled thread techniques. In the class we will concentrate on practicing pulled thread techniques and will discuss designing projects. No experience is necessary. Materials and handouts free; limited to five participants, no limit on the number of auditors. One hour. 2:45pm.

Woodworking for Fiber Artists, Lord Haraldr Bassi

This will show woodworkers of all levels different ways to create wooden devices for various types of fiber arts. Class will consist of a survey and discussion of items that can be made, followed by hands-on construction of an adaptation of the Oseberg narrow band tablet loom. Hands-on portion will use various woodworking tools including chisels, augers, planes and knives. All class participants invited to stay for the hands-on portion and watch and help as appropriate. Four construction kits available at $15 each. Two hours. 11:00am.

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