Event organizer : association “ Vikings & Chevaliers ”
Official website : https://asso-vikings-et-chevaliers.weebly.com/
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/Association-Vikings-et-Chevaliers-326017337982957
E-mail : assovikingsetchevaliers@gmail.com
It was under a beautiful summer sun that the first “La petite médiévale” event took place from August the 6 to the 7 of 2022 at the Keranével castle in Melgven [France – Brittany – 29140].
The organizers of this medieval festival were previously in Moncontour (22510). They are the “Vikings & Knights” association. The aim of this association is to plan markets, festivals and parties with an identity who can be medieval, fantastic, fantasy, Vikings, pirates, Keltic (Celtic) etc… In a good mood.
On the site, a huge parking lot was available for the visitors. Once past the powerful guards and paying the €3 entrance fee, visitors were able to discover a green and safe place overlooked by the castle of Keranével. A true haven for families and their children.
The camp, organized in a U shape, largely featured the medieval market. The activities took place in the hollow of the U and on the square in front of the castle. A tavern and a food truck were available to the many visitors (some of whom came in costume).
Here is the list of every talents & creators that were their :
Lakshmi creations
Official website : https://www.lakshmishop.fr/
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/LakshmiShop275
If you like runes, stones and copper : you will find what you are looking for at Lakshmi creations.
This designer offers “ wire wrapping ” jewellery, that is to say jewellery that has a stone surrounded by a metal wire. These stones are carefully selected. They are firmly embedded. Everything is done with patience in the designer’s workshop in Brittany. In addition to the virtues of stone and metal, these jewels also have a rune that will crown it all.
Custom creations are possible on request.
L’échoppe de Damanyès
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/agnespogonkinethomas
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/echoppe_de_damanyes/
Medieval festivals are great. But we may want to dress up for those events. What should we do for that ? No worries, Damanyès (Lady Agniès) is over there.
With her experience in the medieval and in the fantasy worlds, Damanyès will be able to advise you.
Her offers are important. You can find on her shop some quality clothings like dresses, corsets, shirts, pants, tunics etc… And accessories in the cultures : medieval, Vikings, pirate, gothic etc…
Les cuirs du Rohan
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/LesCuirsduRohan
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/les_cuirs_du_rohan/
Fans of medieval festivals are often looking after leather goods.
“Les Cuirs du Rohan” offers some leather goods as hats, purses, belts, bracelets, armors, wallets, boxes etc… And much more !
Custom creations are possible on request.
Sandragon’s imaginarium
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/LImaginariumdeSandragon
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/limaginarium_de_sandragon/
If you are a fan of the Steampunk universe and fantasy : go to the Sandragon imaginarium.
You will see the reception is quite epic. The creations are very original. There are many pieces of jewellery, including long necklace keys (very chic). Incredible : some pieces were made from some old alarm clocks.
Custom creations are possible on request.
Beccos Runos
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057637921371
Email : beccos.runos@gozmail.bzh
You are looking for some vinegars ? Syrups ? Cheongs ? Mustards ? Or you are an Hypocras lover ? Come and discover Beccos Runos laboratory.
Based in Guillac (56), this craftsman will show you his products made with the utmost seriousness and passion.
“ Vikings & Knights ” tavern
We are still in Brittany. And making a stop to the pub is a question of honour.
The whole team running the tavern was charming. You could drink there but also you could also buy some posters from the previous events and from the actual event as well as some jewellery creations.
Le comptoir de Féerie
Official website : https://comptoirdefeerie.com/
Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/comptoirdefeerie
Flô is a sculptor and a prop maker. Her universe is located between the worlds of the magical, the steampunk and the mysteries of the cabinets of curiosities.
She enjoys creating and selling accessories. According to her “ an accessory must reflect the inside of the person who wears it. It’s a case-by-case approach. ” Giving advices to her customers is therefore essential for her.
If you love necklaces, you will be delighted to see the extent of her range.
Resolutely feminine, sophisticated and surprising, the products from “ Comptoir de Féérie ” are definitely worth a look.
Crêperie Dufros
Telephone : +33 6 27 26 20 70
After visiting the tavern of the event, you could head to the food truck of the festival. In this case “ La crêperie Dufros. ”
Sweet or salty French pancakes, as you wish. Those are simples and goods. This Breton tradition is carried by a courageous entrepreneur (who was not at all hot in her truck !).
La Mesnie d’Augerolles
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/mesniedaugerolles
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/la_mesnie_daugerolles/
But what do we hear ? Is there a war while we eat our sausage ? Let’s take a closer look. This is the Mesnie d’Augerolles who is starting a show.
Impressive material. Extremely focused athletes. A large crowd holding their breath. And it begins !
Congratulations to the entire team for their activities under a strong sun !
La compagnie grise
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/lacompagniegrise
E-mail : compagnie-grise@orange.fr
Near the soldiers they were a very peaceful encampment. This is the “ Grey Company ”. A team specialized in fantasy inspired by the Middle Ages.
This company from the Brocéliande forest makes a point of ensuring that the costumes and the camp are the most conducive to the immersion of the public.
There you could see many activities such as : embroidery, weaving, candle making, hut making and chain mail making. And you can even learn how to make a fire from mushrooms !
A colorful and creative universe to discover.
D’une main de fée
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/Dune-main-de-f%C3%A9e-105304758435814/
E-mail : dunemaindefee@laposte.net
Fairies are an integral part of the Keltic (Celtic) culture. And it’s always a great pleasure to see some artisans paying a tribute to them.
In this case, “ D’une main de fée ” workshop offers some personalized wood pyrography. And the objects produced denote a softness in the finish… Quite remarkable.
Pyrography designs can be tailor-made. A large number of choices of wood species are possible (poplar, birch, cherry, etc…).
Morgan Gasnier
Picture by Guillaume Delforge.
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/morgan.gasnier.31
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/morgan.gasnier.31/
E-mail : gasvador@gmail.com
What a joy to see Mister Gasnier playing the bagpipes !
Quite extraordinary as it was quite hot !
Gouc’héménou !
Le loup des Ases
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/leloupdesases
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/leloupdesases/
This designer and her Mom came from Normandy. And this artist name comes from the fact that her real name means “ The wolf of the Aesir ” (incredible !). To find out more : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%86sir%E2%80%93Vanir_War
This craftswoman makes jewellery from cork and/or natural stones. But also tiaras (very sacred jewellery that can be worn for a wedding for example). And also tarot boards, runes and altars.
Very innovative : she uses cork to make “ interlacing necklaces ”. She seems to be the only person in the world to do this.
“ My technique allows to maintain the symmetry on the necklace. And to ensure the greater solidity for the whole. “
Custom creations are possible on request.
Metal Artshop
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/MetalartshopMAS
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/metal_artshop/
E-mail : etienne.ribon@gmail.com
There are some people who have the body for their job. In the case of Mr. Ribon, he really looks like a blacksmith. Which does not mean that he is not capable of delicacy !
And delicacy he has, because he is a cutler. We particularly appreciated one of his knives with a Japanese-style handle (a precise and rigorous culture).
Custom creations are possible on request.
Pluto Pluton
Email: plutopluton@orange.fr
Pluto is the Greek god of the earth, material wealth and the afterlife. He can be compared as the Greek Hades and the Egyptian Anubis.
If you like gifts atypical, of a high quality, and that take you to a journey : you will be served.
We liked the astrolabes, the armillary spheres, the telescopes and the little pirate boxes.
Somuko
Illustrations from Alexandre Erceau.
Official website: https://somuko.fr/
Let us present you three ladies. Three entrepreneurs in the field of the games and children’s books.
Their goal is to dust off the board games. Starting at 4 years old. The quality is there. Ingenuity and simplicity too.
Their also have some interesting books. Some of them are about “ Le bassin d’Arcachon ” the place the ladies come from. This is very positive for the legacy and the identity of this area.
Le voyage de Twiga
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100027208102686
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/levoyagedetwiga/
“ Twiga’s Journey ” has the giraffe as its emblem. This jewellery designer is specialized in micro-macramé allowing her to set some semi-precious stones on it. But she also makes other jewellery like feather earrings.
She also sells stones such as geodes or different selenite items (engraved trays, pebbles and pendants).
This craftswoman is also an artist. She also offers patchwork paintings which are lovely.
Custom creations are possible on request.
Mademoiselle Nol
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/oracle.odyssee
Not everyone had a positive experiences with the world of divination. However, Mademoiselle Nol’s approach is a little different from other fortune tellers. “ Free will is very important. I can’t tell you what you’re going to do, but I can give you some ideas about the paths available to you. ”
She adds “ I am against the addiction to clairvoyance. I hope people don’t come back to see me too quickly. ”
It is also quite significant that Mademoiselle Nol appreciates Saint Mary. And her spiritual guide is Saint Matthew (with two “ T ”).
Mademoiselle Nol have also created her own oracle. Named “ Odyssey ”. This has 94 cards on it. She also offers it for sale.
La malle de Galica
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/lamalledegalica
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/la.malle.de.galica/
E-mail : lamalledegalica@yahoo.com
This creator is a qualified glassworker and a leather craftsman. “ La malle de Galica ” offers objects inspired by the fairy, the elven and the Keltic (Celtic) culture.
There is a lot of softness and sensitivity in these creations.
Custom creations are possible on request.
Dragon, le cracheur de feu
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/dragoncracheur
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/dragonn.cracheurdefeu/
Of all the artists who perform at medieval festivals, the fire eaters… are the only ones to risk their lives. And not just a little…
Life has not been a long quiet river for “Dragon the fire eater”. In his eyes, we can read a wisdom engraved by the Thor’s hammer.
On every one of his shows, Mr. Toffin insists a lot about that “ We don’t play with the fire! ”. He adds “ In a event of a fire, you should not run. Because the draft of air thus created causes the flames to come closer to you. ”
Modern gladiator. Stuntman without net. His performances cannot let you indifferent.
May Odin and Saint Mary continue to protect him.
Le bonheur des ogres
Official website : https://www.lebonheurdesogres.fr/
“ The happiness of ogres ” is a French company of confectioner since 2018. Based in Brittany in Quistinic. They are is specialized in nougats.
Organic ingredients. Honey harvested locally. The company is keen to offer its customers original, healthy, eco-responsible and delicious products.
The brand offers some premium delicatessen products.
La pâte à joie
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/lapateajoie
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/lapateajoie/
Do you remember the wonders we made by modelling some clay ? And with the salt dough ? These simple childish joys inspired Lili to start “ La pâte à joie ”.
Resolutely elvish and magical, these artisanal creations in polymer clay will enchant you.
If you like the color green, you will be delighted. It is the colour that dominates the universe of “ La pâte à joie ”.
Lili is also passionate about photography and travels.
Terre d’Endor
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/terredendor
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/terredendor/
E-mail : terredendor@outlook.fr
We now enter the shop of a man who has travelled a lot too. “ Terre d’Endor ” is a ceramic company who creates pottery but also sculptures !
This “Lord of the Rings” fan will share with you his passion for this centuries-old know-how.
His works are full of attention, authentic and nuanced.
Custom creations are possible on request.
Studio Warp
Official website : https://studio-warp.com/
Facebook account : https://www.facebook.com/StudioWarpFR
Instagram account : https://www.instagram.com/studio.warp/
E-mail : contact@studio-warp.fr
Watch your eyes, here come the dragons!
“ Studio Warp ” offers dragons, creatures and monsters made in 3D prints.
A true fantasy for all fans of “ Warhammer ”, “ Game of thrones ”, “ Alien ” and dinosaurs.
A definitely METAL atmosphere reigns in their studio. It smells like sulfur !
Custom creations are possible on request.
La Terre Enchantée
Facebook account of « Apothicaire de Nimüe » : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063689300387
Facebook account of « La Terre Enchantée » : https://www.facebook.com/Terre-Enchant%C3%A9e-101112474952308/
Stone sellers always attract a lot of people. It must be said that many people are sensitive of their virtues.
The shop also offers jewellery, potions… and many other things…
Little bonus : the “ So British ” accent of the owner. Rare in France.
Conclusion :
Although our magazine is more “Knights” than “Vikings” oriented, the reception was warm.
There we met lovely witches and dragons guarding their only treasure : their families.
Let us remember that promoting our heritage is absolutely essential. Each participant in these medieval festivals helps to honour our ancestors and build our future. These gatherings are essentials.
Bravo.
Quincey Morris
