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Sorry, just got around to digging it out. Here's a photo of one corner. There's actually more slack in the shock cord than pictured, but I wanted it all to fit in the frame.
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I also had the bunching problem with my 3/4-length quilt when using a full-length loop of shock cord for suspension.

My solution was to cut the shock cord down to the length of the quilt...

Excellent, thank you trinni! That was just what I was looking for. I came across a set of formulas for working up the volume of the eliptical shape - just need to find the bookmark.

Hehe, sorry that should have read "sewn through quilt". Reading it now it makes little sense! :confused:

Let's start over: I'd like to come up with a formula or rule-of-thumb to calculate how much...

I would like to know if there are any formulas or estimations for calculating the length of fabric needed (perpendicular to baffles) to build a sewn-through baffle quilt. This would be for a summer...

Both my hammocks and underquilt were made with Scott's fabrics. Excellent materials, fast reasonable shipping, and he carries lots of little goodies that are convenient to order all at once.

I used a rolled hem foot to sew Noseeum netting baffles on my underquilt project. The result looked great, however the added friction stretched out the netting slightly, resulting in inches of...

I love it, MAD! Thanks for showing that you can get adequate coverage from just a roll-width. I've got a lot of 66in grey 1.1 sil to work with so this is going to the top of my projects list!

Thanks for posting! Of course you can't browse YouTube without following the trail of related videos.. Here's a short but interesting clip from Marmot on how they fill and sew their bags:...

Yes, that's true - taking in additional fabric to compensate for the differential would reduce the loft a little bit at the ends. That was kinda my consideration when asking Dutch about an...

I've read of others wetting down to fill their quilts and have not heard of any problems, but I can't say for sure. At least I didn't wash the bag which could strip away the oils on the down.

I've been anxious to try the down eductor method and so gave it a try this evening with my down underquilt project. It works, for the most part.

Using a friend's 9-amp blower shop vacuum I taped...

Okay :)

I haven't added the suspension yet; still deciding on how to do it. Once I can string it up I'll post pics to show the bathtub shape. It isn't fully lofted yet because I had to stuff the...

Remember, the pleats extend only a short length from the ends, so the majority of the quilt body is in a differential shape.

The purpose of the inner-layer pleats is solely to form the bathtub...

Don't forget to add pleats to the outer fabric to adjust for the added width of the baffle heights! I'm almost finished with my underquilt but discovered this mis-step right at the end. My baffles...

It was my understanding that the inside layer should have some pleats (less than outer) to assist in forming the bathtub shape. I'd prefer that configuration over just cinching up about half the...

Thanks Dutch! I had also considered a two-step pleat for the outer fabric: sew let's say a long 3/8in pleat, then around the last 4in of the pleat (near the end of fabric) sew an additional 1in pleat...

I recently sewed zippered Noseeum into three hammocks, one of which was a double-layer.

I'd strongly recommend sewing the two layers first, then add the netting. Attachment is even easier if you...

Sorry to dig up an old thread but the topic is relevant to my question.

Dutch and Dalton, when sewing closed the ends of the baffles, how do you reconcile the different widths between the inner...

Looks really great! Perfection on those stitches. Do you mind sharing your source for the rip-stop and what color it was labeled? I really dig it and am looking for a nice blue color for my top quilt...

Great, I really wanted silver/gray last time I called them. Thanks!


Thanks for the tip Trout! I too ordered and got the roll by default - over $17 for shipping on 10yds. Will definitely request...

These are all stellar points! Stuff I had to learn the hard way.. Just holding the two threads taut and to the back when you start a stitch can prevent so many birdnesting problems. Another cause of...

Well, for any fabric lighter than 420 denier, nylon upholstery thread is way over-kill and will gather up your fabric, shrinking the dimensions. Not to mention most domestic machines will have a very...

You use it in between the sewn layers, like a regular seam ripper. Rather than shoving it through the loosened stitches you gather a few stitches on the blade and snip down.

Some folks who do garment sewing prefer using a surgical-type scalpel. I also use a box razor blade, when I do have to rip a seam. There's one seam ripper I'd like to get my hands one that combines...

Also check your local upholstery supply shop, if there's one nearby. Mine sells all kinds of coil and tooth zipper by the foot, plus individual pulls.

Stormcrow, I sent you a PM earlier but didn't post here as well. Did I make it in on the group buy? (crosses fingers!)

edit: I saw your tally update on page 2 that I'm down for 10oz - thanks!

For anyone unclear about the various machine head types, here's a primer:
http://diytactical.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/sewing-machine-primer/

Mine's a full-on compound feed, in that the needle...

Here's my main machine, a Juki 241H compound feed with Reliable servo motor:

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l129/JaredDilg/Gear/Juki241H-1.jpg

I also have my grandmother's Necchi DU for...

Thanks for the welcome!

I should clarify, I was looking for a DWR rip-stop but found a rip-stop that definitely had a silicon feel to it. I could not blow any air through the fabric, and after...

Thanks for the coupon! I went to JoAnn's for hammock rip-stop but all they had was silnylon :) Going to make a cheap tarp for now!