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David_Austin

Weave Data

Max. AR: N/A
Ideal AR: 3.5
Min. AR: 3.3
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Date Uploaded
June 7, 2009, 9:14 pm
Last Edited
July 18, 2010, 3:10 pm

Byzantine

Weave Description
Also called 'etruscan', 'birdcage', 'fool's dilemma', 'idiot's trap', 'idiot's delight', 'bird's nest'. This weave is basically little box weave units connected by one or more connector rings.
Sample pictured uses .063", 1/4" stainless steel rings, AR: 4.3.
Recommended AR's: 3.2, 3.5, 4.3, 4.9 for 1, 2, 3, and 4 connectors, respectively.

Weave Keywords

European

Weave Tutorials: Byzantine/Birdcage (CGI)
Weave Tutorials: Byzantine/Birdcage (photos)
Weave Tutorials: Byzantine (photos, speed weaving)
Weave Tutorials: Byzantine from 2 in 1 Chain (photos)
Weave Tutorials: Byzantine (photos)

Gallery Items Tagged as using this Weave

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The Maille Artisans International League (M.A.I.L.) and any affiliates thereof will not be held responsible for any injuries or mishaps in the use or misuse of any information presented at this website whether intentional or coincidental.