Fantasy Leather Greaves Pattern - Viking Celtic Knotwork
These leather greaves are part of the fantasy armor set I designed around a mix of historical influences, fantasy armor, and Viking and Celtic-inspired artwork.
The design features layered leather construction with detailed knotwork panels, giving you plenty of room to make the finished greaves your own. Tool the included artwork, change the colours, experiment with different leather finishes, or simplify the design depending on the look you're after.
These aren't intended to be a strict historical reproduction. They're fantasy leather armor with historical influences, designed for leatherworkers building armor for SCA, LARP, cosplay, Renaissance fairs, costumes, or simply because making your own armor is fun.
These greaves are also part of a larger matching armor set. You can build them on their own, or if you're interested in making the complete set, you can get the matching pieces together in the Armor Pattern Pack at a discounted price.
Available Sizes
Measured along the front of the shin.
I have not done a full tutorial video of this pattern yet, but here is a live stream involving some of the finalizing of the prototype.
Includes printable PDF patterns in Letter, A4 and A0, plus SVG laser files. No physical item will be shipped.
- PDF Patterns (Letter, A4 & A0)
- SVG Laser Files
- Primary Artwork
- Video Tutorial if Shown
- Print at Home
- Tools & Supplies List
- Credit: Please credit Dark Horse Workshop in all online photos.
- Non-transferable: Digital items are for the buyer only.
- No reproduction: Do not resell, share, distribute, or publish the files.
- No kits: Finished goods only.
- No modern apparel: Artwork may be used to embroider medieval clothing, but may not be used to make T-shirts, cups, bags, or similar merchandise.
- Small scale only: Intended for craftspeople and hobbyists. Small-batch sales are permitted; mass production is not.
- Laser use allowed: Cutting and engraving with lasers is permitted and is not considered printing.
- Rights reserved: Usage rights may be revoked if these terms are not followed.
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