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**jdempsey** · 05-18-2010, 01:06

Dalton, keep in mind the fact that uncoated nylon isn't that hard to dye.

It's just the coated stuff that's a pain. The grey Scott mentioned sounds like a perfect canvas for your family's pastel nightmare.

Peace!

Originally Posted by Dalton

right on. ive been looking for places to get different color fabrics for the hammocks im going to be making, you know so the family doesnt all have the same one.
ill be sure to be picking up at least a few yards once you have it in.

**Dalton** · 05-18-2010, 18:31

what do you use to dye nylon?
do you mean the dyeing will be a nightmare or the hammocks?

**jdempsey** · 05-19-2010, 01:21

The hammocks! Sorry, just being facetious.

Here's a random link: http://www.pburch.net/dyeing/FAQ/nylon.shtml

You can use regular Rit dyes, the trick is finding the right temp of water, and keeping it there for a while, to really help fix the acid dye portion of the mix. I suggest using an old cooler as a dying vessel, to help retain temp. Might want to waste 1 packet of dye and test a small scrap of fabric with some real hot water, see how it reacts.

Using a straight up acid dye works better.

**Dalton** · 05-20-2010, 19:22

just got the fabric in the mail, thanks alot scott. the camo looks great, cant wait to make a hammock out of it!

**sclittlefield** · 05-21-2010, 19:57

Its exciting to see all the projects you all are doing with this stuff. I love DIY - it's what got me into hammock camping, and as importantly, HammockForums.net in the first place.

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Just wanted to let you know that there is a new fabric available for a limited time (or, more accurately, a limited yardage). It will be in the webstore later tonight, but wanted to post for you all first.

30D Ropstop Coated - Woodland.jpg

30D (1.1oz) Woodland Camo Ripstop Nylon - light Urethane coating. 62" wide. I would not call it waterproof, but it is certainly highly water resistant. It is downproof, and breathable enough to be acceptable for quilt shells. 1.1oz original weight, more like 1.4 w/coating. 100yds to sell, then it's gone.

$3.15/yd.

**Dalton** · 05-21-2010, 21:30

agh!
dang it, i just got the 12 yards of woodland camo in the mail,
now im going to have to get more just in case i ever want to make a quilt in camo!
or rather, when i decide to make a quilt in camo,

**the2nddeal** · 05-22-2010, 13:21

Last night I got my first chance to spend a night in the double layer hammock I made out of the olive material I bought from Scott. That material makes a GREAT hammock. It was much more comfortable than my Hennessy Expedition. I just ordered some more to make a single layer hammock and a quilt. Good stuff & great service.

**Quack** · 05-26-2010, 15:59

Awesome thread (harr).

Do you have the 1.7oz uncoated ripstop nylon for sale yet? I've decided it's time to make a hammock and would much rather support a HF member than the local chain (that and your prices are amazing).

Mark

**sclittlefield** · 05-26-2010, 16:19

Originally Posted by Quack

Awesome thread (harr).

Do you have the 1.7oz uncoated ripstop nylon for sale yet? I've decided it's time to make a hammock and would much rather support a HF member than the local chain (that and your prices are amazing).

Mark

Thanks Mark.

Unfortunately I'm having a bit of trouble on that end. Manufacturer is being a bit unresponsive. I'm going to give them a call tomorrow and talk to as many people over there as I can to get it taken care of.

I still have high hopes though. Price will be similar to the other fabrics I have for sale.

Also going to have mosquito netting shortly - samples coming in from multiple vendors this week.

Thanks for your support!

Oh, and yes... I got the joke.