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    First DIY Tarp

    Well, it only took a few months to complete, but I have finished my first DIY project, a 12x11 Blackcat tarp.

    With a 3 year old and a 5 month old daughter, I underestimated how long this would take, or rather how little time I would have to spend on making the tarp. I spent between 10 and 15 hours on this total, but I am the type to think everything through before completing each step. I could probably do another in about half of the time.

    Anyway, here it is.



    I am still working on the suspension. I just put it up with some mason line and a couple of carabiner figure 9s.

    Out of the weather.

    Shevy77

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    That looks sweet! You should be proud.

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    I really like the red gg - and the "custom" embroidery. Very cool, and great looking tarp. I think the size looks ideal for hanging and being able to do stuff under it if it's pouring out. You must be mighty proud.
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    And you have LOTs to be proud of...
    A Dad AND a maker of Gear.....

    I like the contrast GG... and the cat cuts.
    Well done, Dad!

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    Thats a great looking tarp. Now you have to find the time to use it.

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    Very nice!
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    Sweet tarp!

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    Nice work on the stitching. Very professional looking.
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    I love the embroidered logo. Clever touch. Job well done! Congrats.
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    Nice! Looks like you have really good coverage on the sides there. Looks good!


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