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A Hammock Makes A Great Father’s Day Gift

May 25th, 2009    Subscribe To Our Feed

Father’s Day is coming up soon and I bet you’re looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift to show your appreciation. Why not give dear old Dad a hammock or hammock chair?

You know Papa will appreciate and use his new hammock gift much more than that tired tie or cufflinks. And the hammock chair will last much longer than the contents of that food gift basket. There are many hammock styles to choose from. One is sure to please Father. And if you choose a two person hammock, Mother can enjoy the gift too.

Don’t Wait Until The Last Minute To Buy Your Father’s Day Gift… 

Don’t delay! Time is short, so check these out while the thought is fresh in your mind. Whether you choose a classic rope hammock with spreader bars, a Mayan, Nicaraguan or Brazilian hammock, or a hammock chair or hammock swing, your Father’s Day gift will be remembered fondly for years to come.

Cushioned Single Swing Hammock Chair - By Pawley’s Island Hammock Co.

July 15th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

In summer, simple things mean much. Just to relax under trees in my rope hammock, enjoying the steamy Georgia air (hey, I’m from the South - I grew up in this stuff and am very used to it), listening to the birds and sipping sweet tea…this is the life. Now that I have a great new notebook computer, I can get out and enjoy the weather while working (well…kinda, sorta working…).

So while perusing the web in my outdoor nirvana I spied this lovely cushioned single swing hammock chair. Made by the Original Pawley’s Island Hammock Company, the chair is made from fade- and weather-resistant quick dry DuraCord fabric and features a solid oak spreader bar and rust-resistant zinc hardware. This swing hammock chair is built to last a long time outdoors. There’s no fancy frills here - it’s just a great hammock chair with cushions that you can hang outdoors with no fear of the weather and swing away in. If you’re hammock challenged (you know who you are), a hammock chair is easy to get in and out of and they’re just as relaxing. There are three other fabric patterns available - I just happen to like the herringbone pattern of this one from the Hideaway Collection. You can grab it at internet retailer Every Hammock.com. Do a search on “Pawley’s Island hammock chair” to see all the styles. And from now through Saturday July 18th  Friday August 1st, shipping is free! So if you’d like to buy a quality hammock chair for yourself to sit outdoors and sip your fave beverage, check out the cushioned single swing hammock chair - by Pawley’s Island.

UPDATE: Free shipping has been extended through August 1st. Don’t miss out on the deal!

Consider an Indoor Hammock For Your Home

March 12th, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

Lots of people think that they don’t have enough room for an indoor hammock, or can’t imagine how a hammock might coordinate with other furnishings in their house or apartment. A hammock isn’t appropriate for all rooms; examples include formal living or dining rooms, and perhaps the kitchen as well . But if you can find space for a small sofa, you have space for hanging an indoor hammock or hammock chair. Let’s look at five reasons you might think about an indoor hammock:

An Indoor Hammock Can Be Used All Year Long
We all know how great hammocks are in the summer. Lying outside, swinging under the summer sun with a slight cooling breeze, refreshment nearby,…ahhhh, the relaxation! But when summer’s gone, your relaxation need not go with it. You can enjoy that same stress-free experience indoors year ’round if you have an indoor hammock.

Hammocks Great for Family Rooms, Bedrooms
A bedroom is a great place for an indoor hammock. In fact, hammocks were originally used as beds in Central and South America, and by sailors at sea. If you use a nautical, tropical or island theme for your bedroom, your hammock can fit right in. An indoor hammock could also be used in your family room or rec room, or on your enclosed porch. Imagine watching your fave DVD movies or listening to your mp3 collection while enjoying your sweet hammock. Snow may pile up to the roof outside, but you won’t care….

Makes a Unique Conversation Piece
How many other people have hammocks indoors to relax in? It’s a unique concept. When your friends visit they may wonder why they didn’t think about a hammock for their place. Hanging a hammock indoors displays your originality and independent spirit. You could start a style trend. Really.

Indoor Hammocks Are Great For Guests
Your indoor hammock makes great extra seating for guests.  It can double as a guest bed if needed. Hammocks can be a fun and funky alternative to a staid twin bed or a sleeper sofa.

You Want To Treat Yourself…
…to the best year round, 24/7 form of relaxation and stress reduction. We understand. So what’s stopping you? Go ahead, buy that indoor hammock!

Any hammock sold on the market can be used indoors. Your personal requirements and size considerations are the only limits. You may find that non-spreader bar hammocks such as the Mayan, Nicaraguan and Brazilian styles use less space.  Fabric hammocks may be best for families with little children as there’s less chances for entanglement. Never allow kids to play by themselves around hammocks. Make sure the hammock and hanging hardware you choose is rated to hold the weight of the person or persons who will use it. An indoor hammock can be suspended from two wall studs or ceiling joists. If your space is exceptionally tight, all is not lost; an indoor hammock chair just needs a good ceiling joist for support. Use a wall stud finder (sold at home improvement stores) to locate the center of the stud or joist and predrill a hole for a large bolt to attach the hammock hanging hardware. Or,if drilling into the walls isn’t feasible, buy a hammock stand to hang the hammock. Always follow the instructions for hanging hammocks that came with your hammock. When finished, take a well-deserved rest in your new indoor hammock.

Hammock Swings: The Best of Hammocks and Swings In One

July 17th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

Hammock swings are a wonderful hybrid invention that’s becoming quite popular. Porch swings are a classic icon of summer. So are hammocks. Therefore it was only a matter of time before someone came up with the great idea to combine these two classics.

Hammock swings combine the full body relaxation of a hammock with the soothing pendulum forth-and-back motion of a porch swing. The result is summer magic. You can find classic-style rope hammock swings that cradle you much like a regular hammock; or hammock swings with cushions for a luxurious and especially relaxing treat.

Hammock swings are made for single persons as well as for two.  They take up less space than a classic hammock; and can be hung on your front porch or from a sturdy tree limb or hammock swing stand. Hammock swings are easy for hammock beginners to use as you get in and out of them just like a regular chair or swing.

If perhaps you thought you didn’t have space for a hammock, or were unsure if you would ever master climbing in or out of a hammock, a hammock swing may finally cure your worries. Hammocks.com is the premier internet retailer of hammocks, and carries a wide selection of hammock swings. Use the search term “hammock swings” and check out their offerings.

Hammock Pattern: Crochet or Macrame, Make It Yourself

June 16th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

You may look for a hammock pattern to make your own hammock if you’re particularly crafty and ambitious. There are free crochet hammock patterns and macrame hammock patterns on line, but they’re not easy to find. If you want to learn how to make a hammock, I’ve compiled a list of websites that offer a hammock pattern (or two!).  One site even offers a hammock chair pattern. This is not an exhaustive resource list; but should be enough to get you started.

Keep in mind that where you plan to use the hammock may determine what cord materials you will use for the hammock pattern.  If you want a hammock for mostly outdoor use, natural materials such as cotton and hemp will tend to deteriorate quickly in the elements. You may want to choose synthetic cords for your project, such as nylon and polypropylene.  Making a hammock is a large scale project that will take quite a chunk of your time.  Use materials that will last so that you can enjoy your macrame or crochet artistry for a long time.  If you plan to use your hammock indoors, you can use virtually any cord material for the hammock pattern as long as it is strong enough to support your weight and can hold a knot without slipping.  The hammock patterns themselves will often suggest weaving materials to use.

I haven’t tried any of these hammock patterns myself;  therefore I make no warranty or guarantee of their suitability or strength.

Hammock Pattern Online Resources

Claire’s Web Site has three beautiful macrame hammock patterns: a classic open weave hammock, a close weave hammock, almost like fabric; and a hammock chair.  She used polypropylene cords for her patterns.  There are great pics of the finished products and detailed, step-by-step instructions.

Alorna’s Pattern Page on Geocities has a crochet hammock pattern. She uses cotton, and bamboo stretcher rods (a nice touch!).

Here’s a beautiful crocheted hammock pattern from Jojo’s Happy Hooking. It’s mostly cotton, but has a lovely weave pattern.

eHow offers a basic macrame hammock pattern.  I wish they offered pictures of the work to give a better idea of the finished product.  As an aside, they also have instructions for macrame lawn chairs.

The legendary Mother Earth News has in its archives a classic 1972 article on how to macrame your own hammock.  Macrame was very popular in the seventies;  I recall knotting a few plant hangers myself… .  For a rustic touch, the author used hemp cords and a couple of strong tree branches for stretcher rods. A lovely companion article is how to tie the 10 most useful knots; a must for macrame, boating, camping, etc.

Hammocks.com offers an article on its site on how to make a hammock.  The hammock illustrated here is woven. (Ed. note 08/12/2009: The article has, unfortunately, been removed.)

There’s a summer hammock pattern on Suite 101 woven from scrap yarns and cotton cloth.

If you prefer to sew, the UniqueProjects site offers a fabric hammock pattern for sewing. This could be really cool if you buy Sunbrella fabric, or other weather- and fade-resistant material. Jo-Ann.com carries a great selection of weather resistant fabrics, including the largest selection of Sunbrella I’ve seen yet.

Canadian House & Home offers two different fabric hammock patterns, plus instructions for pillows.  They recommend awning material for sewing the hammock. Using awning fabrics is good for durability, but I wonder how it breathes against your skin on a hot summer day outside…

How to Make Your Own Hammock and Lie in It is a book by Dennison Andrews that details how to make a hammock.  Many hammock styles, including Brazilian and Mayan, are included.  It is out-of-print, but can be found on Amazon. 

Another book, Hammock Weaving: The Two-Shuttle Method by Carl D. DuBois is for those who want to learn hammock weaving and knotting.

If you need a hammock stand or hammock chair stand to hang your new creation, or want to build a hammock stand, remember and bookmark our site. I hope these hammock pattern resources give you a great start on making your own hammock.  

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