Hammocks are the ultimate symbol for the lover of rest in the open air. They are portable beds, easy to assemble between two supporting structures such as trees or poles. Create your own by choosing one of the many ways outlined in this article.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Fabric Hammock for Loom
Make a hammock out of a sturdy and interesting piece of fabric to beautify your garden. Can be hung on a hammock frame.
Step 1. Cut the fabric
It must be 225cm long and 128cm wide.
Step 2. Turn up a 1.25 cm seam allowance at the top and bottom of the fabric
Turn it up twice and then sew it up.
Step 3. On the long side, fold up a margin of 6.25cm on each side, twice
Sew. This creates the jacket for the strings.
Step 4. On the short sides, measure the cuff and then cut the loop tape to size
Pin to secure it, turn it under and sew it to the first piece of fabric. Use strong sewing thread and sew two lines of stitching to add strength.
Do not sew the jacket of the cords on the long sides
Step 5. Cut the wood into two equal halves
Make an 8mm hole in each half of the wood, about 3cm from the ends.
Step 6. Slip the first half of the wood into the pocket created on the short bases of the hammock
Slip the other gusset into the other pocket on the short side.
Step 7. Prepare the rope
It must be 9 meters long. Burn the end to keep it from fraying (use a lighter, hot plate, or candle).
- Place the hammock on a flat surface, such as a clean long table or the floor.
- With patience, pass the rope through one of the holes in the first dowel. Push the rope along the entire length of the jacket and up into the exact opposite hole in the wood on the other long side of the hammock.
- Pull the rope over, leave about 1.6 meters out. Then, pass the rest of the string through the other hole in the wood on the same short side, then through the jacket to the other hole in the first dowel.
- The two free ends of the string (the other part is an uninterrupted arc) should be about 1 meter long. Adjust the size if needed.
Step 8. Hold one end of the string about 8cm from the end
Pull the string back on itself to open the ring. Push the end of the rope (which you had cut and burned) into the open ring for at least 40-50cm. Press and give it a good yank. The rope will get stuck and won't come loose (try pulling it).
If the rope you use comes undone, try a solid knot
Step 9. Repeat on the bow side
Cut the string, then wrap the garments around the wood one-third and two-thirds of its length. Then open the loop of rope as above, insert the other end and pull hard to close.
You can also not make the ring. Instead, tie large knots at the mouth of the wood to keep the rope from slipping in, then tie the loose ends to a large object like a tree trunk or hang it from hammock hooks attached to porch columns, etc
Step 10. Adjust the hammock to ensure evenness
Hang it from its frame by twisting it around the holes in the frame.
Method 2 of 3: Naval Hammock
Step 1. Cut a tarp, 2 x 1, 2 meters
Extend the measurements if the hammock is intended for tall people. Keep in mind that 15 cm will be lost in the making
Step 2. Turn up the long edges of the canvas by about 4 cm
Make a seam.
Step 3. Turn the short sides of the canvas about 4 cm
Squeeze them into place. Repeat again and press. Then sew the pressed parts together, using at least two or three seam lines. Stitches should be about 2.5cm from the edge to allow room for the eyelets.
Step 4. Mark 20 equally spaced spaces on each side of the hammock, where the eyelet places will be
Use an invisible fabric marker or tailor's chalk
Step 5. Make holes for the eyelets and slide them into place
Step 6. Cut the rope
Make it into 10 small pieces, each 2.7 meters long.
Step 7. Weave the rope like a harness
The most typical knot is the larks head knot:
- Fold the rope in half.
- Attach the folded ropes to the ring with a lark's head knot.
- Slip the ring over an overturned milk mug or secure it to the work surface in other ways.
- Spread the strings by stretching them well and then arrange them straight
- Number the ends of the strings from 1 to 20.
- Make the knots using all the cords. Read the "How to weave a clew knot" article for details.
Step 8. Hook the free ends of the cords to the corresponding eyelets
Use the instructions on "how to make a clew knot" to do it correctly. When adding ropes, use a strong knot, such as bow tie. Pull to tighten and test the strength of the hammock.
Step 9. Hang it on trees or poles
Tie it tight. Test its resistance before you lie down on it.
Method 3 of 3: Hammock with a Simple Tarp or Blanket
This simple hammock is lightweight, portable, and is the ideal solution if you need to camp in the woods.
Step 1. Choose a tarp or blanket to make the hammock
Step 2. Cut the tarp or blanket to size
This is optional. Let some of the tarp go limp in the middle, under the feet and above the head, before cutting.
If you want to reuse the object again for its original purpose, don't cut it
Step 3. Pull part of the towel or blanket to make a bundle
Tie it with a larks head or boatman knot using a sturdy rope.
Step 4. Wrap the rope around a tree several times
Then bring it to the opposite tree (or whatever anchor point you have chosen). Repeat the rolling and tying step on the other side of the sheet or blanket. This will ensure a straight line above the hammock, which you can pull to lie down on it or stand up. It also provides a handhold on which to hang a rain cover.
- If you don't want the rope as a zipper, you can always cut it in half, keeping the head and foot sections separate.
- Use the tarp as a rain cover. If it's twice your height, fold it double and hang it over the hammock. This will create rain or shade protection.
