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  1. Thread: Bug nets

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    Thanks. I sent them a note asking about it. ...

    Thanks. I sent them a note asking about it.

    Jim
  2. Thread: Bug nets

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    Bug nets

    Hi all,

    I need a referral for someone that will sew a couple of bug nets for me. I have two DIY hammocks that need bug nets see in to complete them. I sewed them last summer and did not get to the...
  3. Thread: Bug nets

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    Bug nets

    Does anyone know of a cottage company that will sew bug nets onto my DIY bridge hammocks. I need help. Don't have enough time and need to delegate/outsource.

    Thanks.


    Jim Lacy
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    Custom Sewing Services

    Hi all,

    I declaring "uncle". I need to find a maker that will finish two bridge hammocks. I need bug nets fabricated and installed on two bridge hammocks. I sewed them last summer and got two...
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    I have a 301 I picked up from a thrift store as...

    I have a 301 I picked up from a thrift store as well. Smooth. Rotary. One of my favs. But I have a treadle that's another.
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    No ETA was given on the update timeline.

    No ETA was given on the update timeline.
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    Thanks designer. Big help.

    Thanks designer. Big help.
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    Thanks. The video really helped my understanding...

    Thanks. The video really helped my understanding of the different hanging criteria. I exchanged a PM with Derek yesterday. He is adding the bridge design criteria to his next update of his hang...
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    Not really having problems. I just need to put up...

    Not really having problems. I just need to put up something on my property to let me test out the bridge. I will lay out the hammock and figure out something. Just thought there might be some...
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    Oh and thanks Brian for the suggestion. Jim

    Oh and thanks Brian for the suggestion.

    Jim
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    I have the application on my iPhone. I was...

    I have the application on my iPhone. I was assuming it was written for gathered end type hammocks. Bridge hammocks seem a little bit different in their hanging characteristics. Am I making a...
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    Bridge Hammock Hang Criteria

    I have built two bridge hammocks using Hikingdads videos. I am working out the kinks at home and have been struggling to get a good hang given my on site constraints. Thinking about sinking a couple...
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    Go for it. I found a 15-88 for $50 that needed...

    Go for it. I found a 15-88 for $50 that needed some tlc. It is really a trip to sew with. Got a belt, bobbin case and bobbin tire from an eBay vendor. Watched a video on how to install the belt. Of...
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    That is a great video showing how industrial...

    That is a great video showing how industrial machines operate. Thanks very informative and interesting.
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    Wow. Great work. Nice details.

    Wow. Great work. Nice details.
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    Great luck and cool injector. How do you like it...

    Great luck and cool injector. How do you like it do far?
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    FJRpilot, thanks. Interesting stuff.

    FJRpilot, thanks. Interesting stuff.
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    Squidbilly, my pleasure. My wife quilts also....

    Squidbilly, my pleasure. My wife quilts also. Nice sampler quilt picture of your wife's work.
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    The hammock is two layers if 1.9 rip stop, 144...

    The hammock is two layers if 1.9 rip stop, 144 inches. Hex is 140 inches. Have not weighed it. I will put it on a scale when I take it down.
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    I posted a picture of my $25 301. Cool machine...

    I posted a picture of my $25 301. Cool machine and has its own cabinet. Not as powerful as the Kenmore but seems to have more finesse.
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    My new...

    My new 301http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/12/u9e7a8yb.jpg
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    I must confess that I did tons of research and...

    I must confess that I did tons of research and practiced until I had blisters. Well almost blisters. Thanks to all for your kind words. I also must confess that I bought an old Singer 301 that was...
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    My Kenmore 158-15000 ...

    My Kenmore 158-15000

    http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/11/uqamujam.jpg

    Had some issues initially but they have been worked out. Weighs a lot. Built like a tank. I am growing used to her style.
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    Hammock and tarp. DIY style

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    My first hammock and hex tarp. Bought an old kenmore injector from a thrift store and dove in. I am pleased with the way they turned out. Lots of...
  25. gmcttr...thanks. Good start. Love to hear from...

    gmcttr...thanks. Good start. Love to hear from others.
  26. Best all around metal machine for making stuff

    I have borrowed my wife's Singer Feather weight to sew a hammock. I have sewn before but on a different Singer in the past so there is a similar feel.

    The feather weight is okay but a little wimpy...
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