DIY double layer help

[wwk10]

I want to make a gathered end hammock like Knotty's. I am considering a 1.1 oz double layer. Can someone point me to a thread. I am sure there is one, but I can't find it. Is it as simple as sewing two pieces together?

I do recall pics where there are large openings in the bottom layer to allow pads to be inserted. Does this effect strength?

Thanks

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[fred1diver]

if I'm not mistaking, you simply leave an opening about 18 to 24 inches on one side not sewn to be able to insert the pad!
good luck

[wwk10]

Thanks for the quick response. I thought it was that simple, but did not want to rely on the additional strength and find I had done it wrong

[sclittlefield]

This might be useful: Double Layer Instructions

PDF attached also.
DIY Gear - Double-Layer Hammock Instructions.pdf

And thankfully, no, leaving openings doesn't reduce strength of the hammock. At least not enough to matter.

[wwk10]

Thanks SCLittlefield. I do not use the word literally haphazardly, but I was literally about to post those links. They are helpful,