MEDIEVAL How-To Videos & Articles

Follow these medieval tutorials to learn all about medieval with WonderHowTo's collection of free how-to videos and articles, like Make Medieval style arrows, Shoot a medieval longbow, and Assemble a medieval tabletop trebuchet.

You'll also find several great weapons tutorials in the Weapons category.

How to make Medieval style arrows

Make Medieval style arrows

Check out this step-by-step look at how to make 1/2" medieval-style arrows for use with a heavy poundage English Longbow.

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 0
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How to shoot a medieval longbow

Shoot a medieval longbow

Kevin Hicks from the History Squad demonstrates how to use a medieval longbow at an English Heritage event at Bolsover Castle in this ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to assemble a medieval tabletop trebuchet

Assemble a medieval tabletop trebuchet

Young science students only, please. You have to build a trebuchet and you waited until the last minute! Well, you're in luck. Here ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by tenebrism | Comments 1
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How to fletch an arrow Medieval style

Fletch an arrow Medieval style

Always wanted to know how to fletch those large feathered Medieval style arrows? Hopefully this video should tell you what you need to know ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 0
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How to draw medieval treasure chests, swords & a Fleur de Lis

Draw medieval treasure chests, swords & a Fleur de Lis

Drawing medieval things includes things such as treasure chests, a ...more

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How to how to throw a medieval pot

How to throw a medieval pot

Watch this Medieval pottery demonstration by Jim Newboult of Trinity Court Potteries at an English Heritage Living History event at ...more

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How to forge a medieval arrowhead, or long bodkin

Forge a medieval arrowhead, or long bodkin

Watch this video demonstration on how to forge a medieval arrowhead, or long bodkin, by Paul Selby at an English Heritage Living History ...more

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How to bind a Medieval arrow

Bind a Medieval arrow

Watch these three Basic steps for binding with linen thread onto a medieval style arrow.

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 0
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How to make a working matchstick medieval catapult

Make a working matchstick medieval catapult

this miniature catapult really works and can be used as a toy or in a diorama. You'll need the following materials: Matchstick 1/8" stock: 4 ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to make a trebuchet

Make a trebuchet

Do you need to wage a siege? Then build a medieval trebuchet. See how to do it this great video tutorial for all of you medieval weapons ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Kudda | Comments 13
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How to build a huge trebuchet that flings water balloons

Build a huge trebuchet that flings water balloons

What’s it like to have a five-foot long throwing arm? Just watch as ...more

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Curated 9 months ago by rmansur | Comments 6
Views 9,188

How to build a tabletop trebuchet with balsa wood

Build a tabletop trebuchet with balsa wood

Have you ever wanted to hurl large stones (or any other kind of missile) at your neighbor's yard or "insert your answer here"? Well, this ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 2
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How to create a magical enchanted dagger in Photoshop

Create a magical enchanted dagger in Photoshop

Pixel Perfect is the "perfect" ...more

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Curated 5 months ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 901

How to make a quill pen

Make a quill pen

Watch this demonstration of how to make a medieval quill pen by Jennifer Smith of Ferrers Household at an English Heritage Living History ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to begin finger loop braiding

Begin finger loop braiding

Watch this instructional video series to begin making several variations of finger loop braids. Finger loop braids are braids woven using ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 3
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How to play a hurdy gurdy

Play a hurdy gurdy

This is a demonstration on how to play the Hurdy Gurdy, a medieval musical instrument, by Wyndebagge, at an English Heritage Living History ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to make a chain mail suit or shirt

Make a chain mail suit or shirt

For all your jousting and costume needs, finally, an instructional video guide to building a chain mail suit of armor. While periodically ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to brew mead honey wine at home

Brew mead honey wine at home

Mead isn't as Medieval as it sounds; it's a delicious alcohol made of fermetned honey and water. This how-to video series demonstrates the ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to experience Bardejov, Slovakia

Experience Bardejov, Slovakia

Follow along as a local shows you Bardejov, a beautiful small town in Slovakia that is on UNESCO's world heritage list. Get an educational ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by The Wonder Team | Comments 0
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How to make chain mail

Make chain mail

This how-to video shows the steps for making chain mail, just like the authentic armor of the Medieval period. Making chain mail is fairly ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 2
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Roly-Poly Bridge

Heatherwick Studio's London based rolling bridge is an engineering marvel. Lots of fun, and immensely satisfying to watch (via YouTube, assuming you can't see it in person). From Heatherwick Studio: ...

Master Nerd Births Perfect Copy Cat Bot

Can't help but smile at this goofy, endearing nerd "master" (Vitalijus Rodnovas) guiding his copy-cat protege robot (coined Waldo). The rig allows Waldo to mimic Rodnovas' body movements in ...

Building-Sized Überorgan Emits Heavenly Music and Farts

Tim Hawkinson is an artist who truly inspires. The Los Angeles based artist creates complex, whimsical sculptures with simple mechanics and basic materials. One of his most notable pieces is the ...

Super Slim and Sexy Xbox Mod

iPods are getting smaller and smaller each year. Why not Xbox? Bandit5317 has made an 1-inch thick Xbox. The ultimate Xbox mod: super slim. Pay attention, Microsoft. The "Xbox Micro" has a ...

Laser Coil Gun Shoots Bullets on Pure Electricity

Wow, kudos to Daniel Eindhoven for his incredible laser-lit coil gun. This bad boy shoots bullets on pure electricity and can shoot up to 85 km/hr. Daniel's specs: Fully semi-automatic, up to 14 shots ...

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