Double layer hammock "Pattern"

**millergear** · 12-16-2012, 10:23

I'm about to make a double layer hammock but I need to determine where to sew the 2 layers together for the pocket(s).

Appreciate some help with that!

**cloudedice** · 12-16-2012, 10:26

I think there are instructions in the gathered end sticky.

**Kanguru** · 12-16-2012, 10:29

http://www.imrisk.com/zhammock/zhammock.htm

I made one like that. However, I think more of the sides sewn together works better. Personally if I do another it will be just one opening wide enough to reach in and position the pad.

**millergear** · 12-16-2012, 10:42

Got it! Thanks all.

**SoundWitness** · 12-16-2012, 10:48

I've used Scott's site for a pattern.

**TheBrewGuy** · 12-16-2012, 11:14

I used the instructions from DIY Gear Supply to make my double layer. But I only put one opening on one side. http://www.backwoodsdaydreamer.com/diy-guides/hammock/

**gmcttr** · 12-16-2012, 12:27

My advise is to stitch up less of the sides than you think is needed. Use the hammock for a while to see what you really like. Adding stitching later is easy. Ripping out stitching is a pain.

I seem to like more openings than most people and only make 2-3 ~3" stitches per side. It's nice to be able to reach in anywhere to make pad adjustments.

**Roadrunnr72** · 12-16-2012, 15:05

My dl is stitched all the way down, as I have no intention of using a pad.....RR

**MAD777** · 12-16-2012, 17:17

I stitch both sides the same. 6" at each end and 5' in the middle. This leaves 30" openings near each end in my 11' hammocks.

I have hammocks that don't stitch up both sides near the middle of the hammock and they are a pain to get into because you have to hold both layers which are flopping around independently.