Hanging for less than $50

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04-14-2013, 20:35
Bwess

Hanging for less than $50

Yep it can be done
Tarp 7 yards of fabric = $14
2 spray cans of water proofing = $11.76
Hammock 3 yards of fabric = $6
Straps = $3.49
Bug Net = $6.98
Sewing = $0
Total = $42.23

I love DIY.
Yes I know there are a few odds and end that bring the price up, but they were left overs from other projects.

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i1...ps1c902b41.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i1...ps2ce3fb44.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i1...ps8e574636.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i1...ps12f77720.jpg

Thanks for reading
Bart

Sorry to the ones who read multiple forums..LOL
04-14-2013, 20:40
MDSH

Way to go, Bwess!

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04-14-2013, 20:44
olddog

Well done Bwess. This is my favorite aspect of hammocking. You don't need buckets of money to participate.
04-14-2013, 21:04
yooz85

Very nice looking setup Bwess, i would like to see some of your sewing skills up close someday.
04-14-2013, 21:11
Red Wing

GREAT setup man, GREAT price.
04-15-2013, 02:50
Bwess

Quote:

Originally Posted by yooz85

Very nice looking setup Bwess, i would like to see some of your sewing skills up close someday.

No you really don't. :laugh:
Just started to sew and I can't keep a stitch running straight. Looks like a drunk does the sewing on my gear.:scared:
04-15-2013, 03:24
Fish<><

Great setup! The only question I have about it though, what was the waterproofing spray for? If it was to make your tarp, for only $10 more you could get silnylon 2nds and would save the effort of waterproofing. For $2.95 a yard you could also get 70d coated for a weight penalty ($21.00).

http://www.backwoodsdaydreamer.com/p...oated-fabrics/

Just food for thought for next time around. It looks great though, and your stitching sounds as good as mine...
04-15-2013, 04:00
Bwess

Fish
I did not know about the seconds but thanks for the link, I will use them. The fabric I used was readily available at my local Walmart $1.97/yard and since I just started sewing $2 yard wouldn't bother me if I screwed up.
Bart
04-15-2013, 05:00
Fish<><

Touché. The seconds I spoke of is a great way to get a fully functional tarp for minimal money.(not as minimal as your method just less labor intensive) Let us know how well your gear holds up though. If it holds up after a season or two of use, it might be a viable option for future projects that some don't mind spending the time on. I was just introducing diygearsupply so you can find the best deal on sil and other camping fabrics. Enjoy your setup. Mines more "classy" with nothing that matches. Yours looks good, keep it up!
04-15-2013, 07:43
Goose 1

Where are you getting the $7 bug net? I just picked up 2 ENO RestNests dirt cheap for my Cub Scouting boys, and I need to find an inexpensive bug option.

Also, what kind of material are you using for the hammock itself? My daughter is a bit jealous that the boys now have their own hammocks and dad didn't buy her one.
04-15-2013, 09:54
dragon360

Now that is truly effecient and cost effect! and i really like the look of your set up - congrats!
04-15-2013, 10:19
diyguy

Love it! Nice work.
04-15-2013, 16:15
Bwess

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goose 1

Where are you getting the $7 bug net? I just picked up 2 ENO RestNests dirt cheap for my Cub Scouting boys, and I need to find an inexpensive bug option.

Also, what kind of material are you using for the hammock itself? My daughter is a bit jealous that the boys now have their own hammocks and dad didn't buy her one.

The bug net I bought at a military surplus store (back in Dec.) and modified it. The Army issuses a tent called Skeeta Tent. I checked online and Prices went up to 9.99 for the bug season.

Fabric for both the tarp and hammock was from Walmart. The web price says $2.41 but in stores it's $1.97 I travel for work and have stopped in wally worlds all over the Northeast and if they have it, it's $1.97

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Springs-Cr...slite/21853423

It's been posted before on here. Here's one.
https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...ad.php?t=61720
04-15-2013, 18:03
ny700

Re: Hanging for less than $50

Bwes any chance ofseeing your military bug net setup, I am in need of something for my eno double
04-15-2013, 19:28
Goose 1

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bwess

The bug net I bought at a military surplus store (back in Dec.) and modified it. The Army issuses a tent called Skeeta Tent. I checked online and Prices went up to 9.99 for the bug season.

Fabric for both the tarp and hammock was from Walmart. The web price says $2.41 but in stores it's $1.97 I travel for work and have stopped in wally worlds all over the Northeast and if they have it, it's $1.97

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Springs-Cr...slite/21853423

It's been posted before on here. Here's one.
https://www.hammockforums.net/forum/...ad.php?t=61720

Thank you!