| There are many variations of hammocks but the most | | | | Take out the gauge stick from the loops and grip it |
| common is the rope hammock. Learn about the | | | | directly underneath. Rotate the ropes such that the |
| different types and basic tips on putting it up. | | | | netting shuttle is on the left side. Get the netting shuttle |
| Rope Hammocks | | | | cord down to the front portion of gauge stick and bring |
| Hammocks are fabrics or pieces of cloth used as | | | | it at the back, placing it throughout the first loop. Move |
| slings for resting or sleeping while hanging above the | | | | around the first loop with the netting shuttle cord and |
| ground. It usually consists of two or more fabric panels, | | | | create a hitch. Repeat the movement until it is |
| cloth panels or thin ropes expanded with wires | | | | completed on all sides. |
| between four firm points like posts or trees. | | | | Step 4 |
| Hammocks are now famous around the globe for | | | | Place more than 10 ropes around the netting shuttle |
| relaxation. In addition, it is popular in camping trips. | | | | when it runs out. Tighten the free end in the square |
| It is protected against rain, root and mold. Hammocks | | | | knot to the first old hammock. Keep repeating step 3, |
| have many different types according to materials | | | | creating rows of loops with a rope. Generally, the |
| used, like nylon, nylon rope and single nylon hammocks. | | | | length will is approximately 7 feet if there are 50 to 55 |
| A nylon hammock is made of quality craftsmanship | | | | rows. |
| and durable materials. Nylon ropes are elastic, lustrous | | | | Step 5 |
| and stronger. Single nylon ropes are about 7 feet long | | | | Cut the first loop and remove it. Change it with dowel |
| and 4 feet wide. | | | | to give it stability and maintain the rows smoothness |
| Tips on Making Rope Hammocks | | | | while working on it. Get about 2 pieces of hardwood |
| Materials include polyester ropes for long-lasting | | | | cut into 33 inches in length and 1 ½ by 1 ½ |
| hammocks, 2lbs hammock ropes, 1 gauge stick, 1 large | | | | inches. Bore or drill each piece with 15 to 20 holes, |
| netting shuttle, 2 rings about 2 to 3 inches in diameter, 2 | | | | making sure that it is not closer that 2 ½ inches |
| hardwood bars (33 inches long and 1 ½ by 1 | | | | from each other and that it is 1 ½ inches apart |
| ½ inches). | | | | from each other. |
| Step 1 | | | | Step 6 |
| Measure and cut about 1 or 2 pieces of rope. Tie the | | | | Gather about 40 pieces from a 50-inch long rope. Get |
| ends together into a square knot. Hang the rope on a | | | | a 2 inch ring and loop the initial cord through it. Run it |
| post, doorknob or tree. Get the netting shuttle and grip | | | | equally through the ends of the cord via the first bored |
| it in point end up. Twist the cord a few times around | | | | hole in the hardwood. Tighten an overhand knot and |
| the netting shuttle and tie the end into a loop on the | | | | secure each piece of rope from the woven hammock. |
| post, doorknob or tree. | | | | Hammock Swings |
| Step 2 | | | | Hammock swings are worktables or benches made |
| Use the gauge stick to twist the netting shuttle cord | | | | from a cushion or rope webbing suspended from |
| around it. Pass the netting shuttle throughout the loop | | | | about two different secure points such as posts or |
| and grip the cord tightly. Create a half hitch and | | | | trees. The gentle swinging motion of a hammock is |
| continue creating loops until the gauge stick has about | | | | truly enjoyable and relaxing. A hammock swings |
| 15 to 20 total loops. | | | | swiftly, making it a famous addition to numerous |
| Step 3 | | | | homes whether placed outdoors or indoors. |