Greetings,
Many persons new to hammocking want an underquilt but can't afford one. This DIY project is intended for just that audience.
This is a "Costco mod" that puts together many of the best DIY ideas into one. It uses creative layering of two blankets to achieve triple-layer downy goodness on a budget.
Design Goals:
- No sewing required
- Low cost
- Easy for n00bs
- Highly effective (i.e. not just a novelty item)
Features:
- No-Sew. Absolutely no sewing required. It literally snaps together!
- $65. Includes all off-the-shelf materials and tools.
- Perfect Shape Conforming Fit. Say goodbye to cold spots! Innovative elastic clew suspension keeps it snug all night no matter how you lay in it.
- Convertible. Converts from a Summertime two-piece top+bottom quilt set to a triple-layer Winter underquilt.
- Modular. Built from two separate blankets, you can swap them out or layer them together.
- Triple Layer. Up to 5" loft (2" at pressure points)
- 650 Fill Power Down. Packs down smaller than synthetic quilts.
Notes:
- Weight: About 2lbs 3oz for the complete set.
- Labor: Should take about 6 hours to complete.
- Cost: $65 max. Less if you already have the tools.
- Temperatures: At least 3-seasons, better depending on location, conditions, and other gear.
Complete, exhaustive instructions with lots of pictures:
http://leiavoia.net/pages/hammock/geminiquilt.html
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