Best description of the technique that I've seen so far. I had wanted to make a hammock a few years ago, but couldn't find a comprehensive instructional video or written tutorial that didn't just confuse me. Thanks for sharing this!
Brilliant! It's beautiful! 😍 Making one for my daughter's birthday. Thank you so very much. There's hardly any good tutorials. I wish I could give you and Oscar for this!
I just love your videos! You take something that looks so complicated and present it in a manner that says, "You can do this!" THANK YOU for sharing your time & talents!!! ☺🌻
I'm based in NZ, just commenting to assist others off this brilliant idea! I found it hard to find the rings, but instead used a zinc coated 12mm D shackle. My partner goes camping q lot so makes the hammock a bit more versatile!!
I just ordered all the stuff to make this hammock, can't wait to get started. Could you make a video on making one big enough for 2 people? Pretty please?
This is a really great tutorial, thank you. I used this to successfully make my own hammock and it has worked out very well indeed. Strong enough for two adults plus beer in fact haha. Many thanks on putting this video out there.
Your video helped so much, thank you! I have a suggestion that might help improve your stand. I noticed that the bar was wobbling, and you were having slight trouble balancing the bar while making the first knots at the start of your video. I was wondering if it would be a good idea to drill one large hook on both ends of the vertical pipe at the desired length to reach 22" to place the bar on so you'll have a quick and good measurement every time while you work? Maybe have the hooks at a certain angle so the bar won't move up or drop down, about 45 degrees. Ish. I hope I described it alright and that it makes it easier for you.
The only suggestion I would make is to fashion an actual clew on the ends- a clew is separate from the hammock, just for hanging purposes, and works out quite nicely.
I was looking for a 'sling' with pulleys to hoist my Thule cargo box up to the garage roof, and stumbled across this video. I think this would work great with a few modifications in the center of each side to keep the cargo box from slipping while using the pulleys. I would love some suggestions from everyone! Thx
Thats an amazing idea! I have an old steamer box I'd love to do with that idea. I am not one to snag someone else's idea but I really like it. I'd just put mine like a display though. Thx
Check out Sailrite's video on how to make a hammock, the ring hook portion might be helpful to you when making your hammock. I love your main portion of your hammock but like the hanger section of Sailrite's hammock.
Have you ever considered using paracord for this hammock? I loved the tutorial and have a ton of paracord around but don’t want to cut it up if you think it wouldn’t work.
Love to have more details. Did you do a more in detailed video? Like was this lying flat on the floor while you made it, or was it hanging. How much did it cost you?
You will need 1 roll of cord, 2 rings, and the 2 rods - I am guessing the costs was around $30. I used the macrame stand that I built in this video ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-iEigUZOd3HY.html
I am only guessing, but since the mm is effecting the width, the length wouldn't be effected. Maybe consider seeing what less strands/holes on the wood dowel would make. Good question. If you come up with an answer, let us know!
Thank you for this, very helpful, do you think I need to make a hammock stand for it or I can roll it up when camping, unroll, put a rope into the rings and hang it between trees🌳 - 🌳 ?
your design and viedo are absolutely wonderful. 2 questions: is the macrame cord cotton or is it a mix of cotton and polyester or nylon? or something else completely. I am new to macrame and I cannot find the amazon link below you refer to (maybe because I live in South Africa). If I double the amount of cords in between each pair of drill holes on the wooden dowel presumably it will make the weave tighter?( obviously a lot more cord required!) I love love love it and can't wait to start the project. My mum (91) is coming to stay and I need a huge project. Thank you so very much
I'm excited for you!! It was a fun project! Here is the link for the cord, in case you can get it where you are amzn.to/3FQgjaA It is all cotton. You can certainly add more holes - just be careful to not weaken the rod with too many holes. Let me know if you have more questions -- it was a great project!
Thank you. Looking yo replicate this with thicker jute rope (10mm maybe 14mm). It is for a fixed 3 sided wooden wall, so I won't be needing the two rings but rather many eye screws of a similar spacing. My question, how long do I need to make my cord cuts for an overall space of 60"x98"? This is the best video I have found for what design I'm looking for. Thank you for the input
Dang - that sounds super cool!!! Yours would be 10" longer than the one in the video - but with your cord being thicker, it may cinch up the length more with larger knots. I guess I would try to add at least 2' to the length?? What was your guess?
@@DIYOnTheHouse I have since consulted my wife and we decided to replicate your design with macramé (jute much less comfortable). Two follow-up questions though (PLEASE!): 1) for a sun exposed outdoor application at my side and supporting: is 4mm cord prudent of not a significant change 2) will braided macramé last longer or function much differently in application and construction?
@@nickmangiapane3352 Fun! I think 4mm would be a good change. I am guessing braided cord would last longer, it may not have the same decorator look?? Email us pictures on your project if you get a chance! diyonthehouse@gmail.com
Thank you so much for this video... I am definitely going to try, plc can you tell the exact thicknesses of wooden dowels in "mm", I have 18 mm thickness of wooden dowels ....can I work with it
How much did it cost you to make this? How much total rope did you use and how did you decide which kind of cord to use? How long does your hammock typically last? Do you leave it outside or bring it in? Also what kind of wood do you use? I was curious if I could make it out if a tree branch….? They aren’t exactly straight but I like the organic ness of the tree branch and rustic. I noticed some people do a weave after the metal rings. Is that necessary?
It probably cost around $50 to make. We take it inside when we are not using it, so it should last a long time. You could do a tree branch as long as you can get holes drilled through it, and then you could adjust your cords to make them even with the curving of the branch. It is really a super fun project!!
My guess is you would just have to make it wider a few inches. Beefing up the rod and ring would be the most important thing. Let me know what you come up with!!
FYI Heavy Load rings I ordered.www.uscargocontrol.com/products/2-heavy-duty-round-ring-10-000-break-strength?gclid=Cj0KCQjwsZKJBhC0ARIsAJ96n3WwS0sQ_OOB8khXQ3jRxSnLr96PNfXh70mUrovwnQYl31gdyfWjrykaAlXSEALw_wcB
Hi there! Great video, thank you! One question...you have said that 1100ft of cord is required, but only require 30ft for 20 cords... which is only 600ft? Am I missing something here? I measure in metres, so want to ensure I have it right before I snippy snippy!! :) Also understand there is cord required for the hitching on the end, and the webbing too - but you would definitely not need 500ft for that??
Then you will need to cut 18 cords, 28 feet long. These ones wrap around the rod and get wove into the hammock. Watch at minute 9:19 on the video. Let me know if you have any more questions! Enjoy!
Ahh! My apologies, I did watch the whole thing initially then came back to the beginning of the video to get my material sizes! Apologies, and thank you very much :)
@@teradianne8273 It think we are talking about the same thing. On the hammock is the 2" ring. On the hammock stand is a heavy duty chain. Between the two we use an 'S' Hook. There are several options to use in that spot - but the S hook works good.
Going to try to use a paper clip instead of the floral wire since I have a paper clip, but no floral wire. I used the old hardware and wood from my husband's torn hammock. The holes are single, not double, so my square knot pulls through the wood dowel holes. Is there any way to fix this? Is there such a thing as a double square knot or should I use a different knot? This must be a very loose braid because I didn't have enough cord left over at the end to pull up to the other ring. The measurements from one end to the other should be 133" not 107". 44" plus 89" equals 133". Trying to figure out lengths of rope for my husband's hammock that will measure 36" on each end, 90" for hammock. 72" + 90" = 162" but cannot figure out just exactly how long to cut the rope. I tried 33' per rope but not sure this will be enough, especially for the braiding.
Have you tried doing 2 knots to keep them going through the holes? How are you doing on your measurements? That is always a tricky things on these projects.
@@DIYOnTheHouse Paper clip worked. I added 3 feet to my lengths for longer hammock. I've modified a great deal, because I used my husband's old hammock hardware. It was wider and he wanted it longer. Next one will be for me, so I'll follow directions more closely.
Great question. I guess I should have added that in the description. Finished Size: Body of hammock 44" x 89". From Ring to Ring (one end to other end) 107"
Approximately how much time investment do you estimate would be required for a first timer? (Don't worry, I won't hold you to it, just ballpark) And then, after you're an expert?
Great question! I would say 1 hour to cut string, 1 hour to get wood cut and drilled, 1 hour to get the strings through the rod, and then 6 hours of doing the macrame. So maybe 9 - 10 hours?? But honestly, it is worth it, they turned out great!!
If YOU made the converts it could help get more views. Isn't that what you all want? You can use whatever measure system you please in the US, but it just so happens that the outside world is metric. Don't you know that or do you just don't care?
Madam myself Dev from India. Loose job in this pandemic situation. Wish to strart something own for survival. And I really like both of the videos ( Hammocks making and hammock stand too. It's my kind argue if possible can you please courier me a CD of the entire description. Please..🙏
@@DIYOnTheHouse you are going to find your hammock in mass production from ppl like above who want to steal ppls ideas and mass produce and sell as a knock off.
You can definitely find higher rated rings at Lowes etc, or you can find online. Worth the money for sure. Id go for 600 lb+ rating for 2 people even for skinny people. Because safe is better than broken or dead.
My partner and I could fit on the hammock at opposite ends. Unfortunately there was too much pressure on the wooden Dowling, my partner reached back to hold it and it snapped at a drill hole 😪. An awesome hammock but only lasted us five minutes!
@@DIYOnTheHouse No-one was hurt, thank you :) I think thanks to your experimenting and such, the knots are super strong! Just gave us a fright to hear a snap! My partner is fixing it by removing the drilled wood, and adding sturdy sticks through the rope without the holes right the way through it. We think this has taken the strength out of them. Also, we have pine dowling here, which isn't as strong as our native timber, but still expensive to buy as rounded sticks!
