Reenactors seem to love this knot to a ridiculous degree. I've seen people walking around at Viking festivals with 10th century swords scabbards suspended with this knot. That's pretty much like a 15th century gunner carrying his aquebus dangling from a 21st century AR-15 tactical harness. But, never mind all that, here's how to tie it.

This is Berk by Liv-is-alive on deviantART People have been asking about detailed descriptions of my Astrid cosplay, so I put this together to try and explain my process. It will be updated after Japan Expo after I've added new details. !!!! NOW UPDATED !!! When I went to London I bought most of my fabrics, since their selection is bigger. So unfortunately I cannot give you sites for furs etc. I always make a drawing to get all the details mapped out and make a time line. I started molding…

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This costume is also suitable for men if you leave out the last part (the corset) ;) If you have any hairstyle or make-up recommendations please link them do...