A hammock is the best means for someone who likes to rest outdoors. This bed can be easily carried and moved, and tied between two strong and long structures such as trees or posts. Making your own bed is a work of art, and there are many ways to try it.
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Method 1 of 3: From Fabric and Frame
You can make a hammock suitable for any backyard, using a strong piece of fabric and an interesting pattern. This bed can be hung on a frame.
Step 1. Cut the fabric
Measure the fabric with a length of 225 cm and a width of 130 cm, then cut.
Step 2. Fold the top and bottom edges of the fabric (the shorter side is 130 cm)
The length of each fold is 1.25 cm from the edge. Double fold, then sew,
Step 3. Fold both sides of the 225 cm long fabric inward
Fold in 6 cm long folds from each edge. Double fold, then sew. This will be used as a place to insert the rope.
Step 4. Focus on the short (130 cm) side of the fabric
Extend the tab-top rope around the edges and cut the rope. Also extend the tab-top on the other short side of the fabric. Hold each end of the string then fold it down and sew on the first piece of fabric. Sew firmly with two rows of stitches to strengthen the seam.
When sewing, do not go past the area where the string will be inserted. Notice the same on the other side of the fabric
Step 5. Cut the log into two equal parts
Make a hole at each end of the wood with a diameter of 8 mm, at a distance of 3 cm from the end.
Step 6. Take one part of the log that has been perforated and insert it into the space that has been made on the fabric
This will be the bottom of the hammock. Then, insert the rest of the stick into the space at the other end of the fabric. This will be the top.
Step 7. Prepare the rope
Cut the rope with a length of 9 meters. Burn both ends of the rope so that the strands don't come loose (use a lighter, electric stove, or candle flame).
- Place the hammock on a flat surface such as an empty long table or floor.
- Patiently thread the rope into one of the holes in the dowel. Then, keep pushing the string all the way into the space of the previously sewn fabric. After that, tuck the rope back into the hole at the other end.
- Pull the rope and leave approx 1.5 meters from the exit hole. Then tuck the rest of the string into the hole in the other stick, which has been inserted in the short section of the fabric. Continue tucking the string into the stitched fabric space towards the wood hole on the other end.
- The two free ends of the rope (one of which is a loop) should be about 1 meter long. Adjust if necessary.
Step 8. Hold one end of the rope about 8 cm from the end
Twist the rope back to its side so that there is an open space. Insert the end of the previously burned rope into the hole at least 40-50 cm. Press and pull the rope tightly. The rope will stay tied and won't come loose (do a test by pulling on it).
If the rope you are using comes loose, tie a tighter knot
Step 9. Repeat the same process on the other end that has the curve
Cut the rope in half, then loop the ends around the logs at one-third and two-thirds of the wood. Then make a slit as above, and insert the other end of the rope into it and pull it tightly to lock the knot.
You can also not make the hole. You can make a large knot in front of the hole in the log to prevent the rope from coming loose, then tie the loose end around a large object such as a tree trunk/on a crib hanger attached to a pole in a porch, etc
Step 10. Adjust the length of the rope so that the hammock can be installed evenly
Hang it on the crib frame by attaching it to the holes in the frame.
Method 2 of 3: Naval Hammock
Step 1. Cut the canvas fabric measuring 2 x 1.2 meters
Extend the size of the fabric if the hammock will be used by a tall person. Remember, you will be cutting about 15 cm to make this bed
Step 2. Fold the longer part of the fabric, 4cm from the edge
Sew.
Step 3. Fold the shorter side of the fabric 4 cm from the edge
Flatten the folds. Repeat one more time and smooth. Then, sew the ends of the folded and flattened fabric together. Use at least two or three rows of stitches. Leave a seam distance of at least 2.5 cm from the edge of the fabric to make room for the eyelets.
Step 4. Mark to make 20 holes along each side of the hammock
Holes should be spaced equidistant from each other. This mark is a place for eyelets.
Use a special transparent fabric marker or chalk that is often used by tailors
Step 5. Put the holes in the places that have been marked
Step 6. Cut the rope
Cut into 10 small pieces, with each piece 2.7 meters long.
Step 7. Braid the rope until it becomes a harness
A commonly used knot at both ends of the crib is a macram-type braid:
- Bend the rope in half.
- Attach the bent rope to the hoop with a larks head knot.
- Slide the ring over the inverted milkshake glass or attach it to the surface in another way.
- Stretch the rope and straighten it.
- Give the ends of the rope numbers one through twenty.
- Make a weave knot using all the string – see how to make a weave knot for more details.
Step 8. Attach the ends of the unknotted rope to each eyelet
See the instructions on how to make a knotted knot to get it right. When adding rope, use a strong knot, such as a bowline knot. Pull the rope tightly to make it tight and test the strength of the cradle.
Step 9. Hang on a tree or post
Tie tightly. Test how much weight the cradle can support, before laying down in the cradle.
Method 3 of 3: From Tarpaulin or Blanket
A hammock like this simple one is lightweight, can be carried and moved, and is an ideal solution if you want to go camping in the woods.
Step 1. Choose a tarpaulin or blanket as the material for making the crib
Step 2. Cut the washcloth or blanket to size
This step is optional, only if needed. Before cutting, allow more room for the middle, under the feet, and the top of the head in the hammock. This space will be used as a basin as a place to lie down.
Do not cut the material if you want to return the material to its true function
Step 3. Pull one side of the tarp or blanket and hold it together
Tie it together with a lark's head or clove hitch knot using a strong rope.
Step 4. Tie a rope around the tree and loop it around a few times
Then, throw it at a tree or other object opposite. Repeat the binding process on the other side of the tarp and blanket. This will ensure that the straps are tight over the bed, so you can pull it up to lie down and get up. The rope can also be used as a place to hang the rain protection layer.
- If you don't want to use a rope to hang this shield, you can cut your rope in half. The head and legs will be separated.
- Use a tarpaulin as a rain cover. If the tarp is twice your height, fold it up and hang it over the bed. This fabric will protect you from rain or heat.
