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A Heavenly Hammock: Instructions To Make a Hammock Yourself

August 22nd, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

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A while back I wrote a post on hammock patterns for those interested in making their own hammock. That has got to be the number one most-read post on this blog. I really admire all you crafty do-it-yourselfers! Here’s another link to a vintage article, again courtesy of the venerable Mother Earth News circa 1982, on tying your own hammock using common knots. It’s illustrated and shows you how to weave or net the hammock using a shuttle. There’s lots of detail on materials, and the hammock can be sized for one or two persons. Again, I warn that I haven’t tried the pattern myself and cannot make any warranty or guarantee of suitability. But if you’re looking for instructions on how to make a hammock yourself, you may want to check this one out.

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.  Read the rest of this entry »

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