Things You Will Need
An alternative is to make your own hammock from supplies on hand. You can make a hammock from any strong fabric, including bedsheets. This project is so easy; anyone can do it.
Instructions
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Cut the sheets to the proper size. The width should be between 36 and 46 inches. The length should be about 2 feet longer than the user. Cut the sheets as straight as possible. This will make the sewing go faster.
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Lay one of the sheets on top of the other. They should be the exact size. Fold the edges of both sheets over about 1 inch and sew each folded edge to keep the hammock from fraying and falling apart.
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Tie a large knot in the sheets at each end of the hammock. This will make an anchor for holding the rope. Pull the knots tight. Don't tie the knots too close to the edge of the hammock. If they are to close, they may slip out.
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Cut rope into two 3-foot lengths. Tightly tie one piece of the rope to each end of the hammock, in front of the knot. The knot will hold the rope in place. Tie the rope several times around the hammock for greatest hold. Tie the rope ends into loops for hanging. Check the secureness of the loops and knots before hanging the hammock.
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Hang the hammock in a secure place with strong rope. Allow enough room on both sides of the hammock for swinging.