Overview

While searching M.A.I.L. for new weaves to make, I came across Byzantine Web submitted by lorenzo. This member of the European family is another sheet variant of the Byzantine weave with a fun hexagonal pattern. I found this tutorial by Eli helpful, and if you want to follow along at home, I recommend you read it too.

Materials

For the sample piece showcased in this post, I used two sizes of rings made from 16 SWG Bright Aluminum wire. The smaller rings, which I made myself, have an ID of 5mm for an AR of 3.1. The larger rings have an ID of .25in for an AR of 4, purchased from The Ring Lord.

Notes

The Byzantine Web weave is conceptually simple; however, it can be challenging to make if the rings used to join the Byzantine units are small. Using larger rings makes the weave easier to construct but also more open and visible, while smaller rings help hide the connectors but can be harder to close—bent-nose pliers can help in this case. I find the weave visually appealing, especially in a hexagonal shape; however, it cannot maintain that form without a frame or setting, requiring additional effort for the best aesthetic results. As a sheet weave, it has a wide range of applications, similar to fabric, but due to its open structure, it is best suited for decorative purposes similar to lace. Considering the work needed to optimize its appearance and the potential construction challenges, I recommend this weave for intermediate maillers or those with a specific plan for its use.

Pictures

Flat

Flat: Angled

Flat: Profile

Vertical

Vertical: Profile

In Process





Interactive Model