Pretty happy with my DIY Climashield Apex 6 UQ made from the "Make Your Gear" kit. I have never sewn before so it took me a few more hours than they estimate, but it came out great. Only got to upper 40's today, but I was toasty warm in my Blackbird XLC. blackbird xlc.jpgDIY Underquilt.jpg
Very nice. If you can nail an underquilt first try diy you are well on your way. Beware though once you start down the diy side you can get lost easily. Sure is fun though.
" No sympathy for the devil. You buy the ticket, you take the ride." - Hunter S. Thompson
Congrats. That is quite a feat, especially for your first go. Keep it up.
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This is awesome!!! Congrats on your quilt. It looks warm and inviting.
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Thank you, Folks. I'm already looking for my next project. It was fun
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Kev isn't kidding on both counts! I haven't tried anything as complex as an underquilt but I think I've been placing weekly orders with Dutch and Kyle going on seven weeks now! Better to take your time and come out with that great underquilt than rush it.Originally Posted by kev138
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Forest Fires cause Smoky Bears
"For the ultimate light weight rig just sleep on the ground in the clothes you are wearing!"
Taking your time is the ticket. The sewing gods seem to punish those who are rushed.
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Looks very puffy and warm, well done.
Caminante, son tus huellas el camino y nada más... - Antonio Machado
I think if thats the case my winter tarp found religion... That's the last time I will push through sewing while overtired. You know, things like putting the tie-outs on the wrong side of one piece which naturally led to sewing the two halves together facing the same direction... Doh! But hey, it works and that's what counts, right?
Be awake, be patient, and have fun!
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Forest Fires cause Smoky Bears
"For the ultimate light weight rig just sleep on the ground in the clothes you are wearing!"
I am the type of person who always seems to need to learn things the hard way.
The good thing is that if you get up from a project and walk away, it will just be their waiting for you for when you are fresh.
I sew things on youtube.
I don’t sew on commission, so please don’t ask. Thanks.
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