Fleur-de-lis
Overview
I was recently browsing M.A.I.L. for new weaves to make when I found Fleur-de-lis by PrairieGal. This weave is a member of the European, Persian, and Helm families. It is a combination of the Byzantine and Full Persian 6-in-1 weaves. I found this tutorial by MaxumX to be very helpful, and I suggest using it to follow along.
Materials
For the sample piece showcased in this post, I made the rings myself. I used 16 SWG Bright Aluminum wire from The Ring Lord coiled around a 9mm mandrel (for an approximate ID of 8mm) for an AR of 4.9.
Notes
The Fleur-de-lis weave is fairly easy to understand and make. I find it looks messy and lacking in structure without tension, and even when it looks its best under tension, its appearance is still fairly mediocre. As a chain weave with a square cross-section, it works well for bracelets, chokers, or cords; ideally in applications where consistent tension helps maintain its shape. I would only recommend learning this weave if you like its appearance because, while the weave is versatile and easy to learn and create, it also has middling aesthetic appeal.
Pictures
Flat
Flat: Angled
Flat: Profile
Vertical
Vertical: Profile
In Process
