Hi,
I’ve done a lot of reading on this forum and finally decided to just ask for some specific thoughts; I’m getting “paralysis-by-analysis” syndrome…
I’m looking to sew 3 quilts/sleeping bags that my two kids and I can use for car camping. Weight isn’t a big issue, however, I would prefer them to not take up too much space in the car whilst traveling.
Insulation:
I plan to use Climashield 5oz (I'm considering adding a second layer of the 2.5oz). My kids are ages 3 and 5 so we won’t be doing much camping where nighttime temps get below 40F (at worst).
1) Is there any other insulation or batting that doesn't require "quilting" every few inches to secure it, or are there any other methods such as adhesive?
*I’ve considered bamboo batting, wool batting, and craft store poly-batting, but I’m trying to avoid insulation that requires extra quilting (if you think there’s an option or method I’ve missed then please let me know).
Fabrics:
I’m looking for something with a “silk/powdery” feel, NOT a “plastic” or “satin” feel. I’m considering using either the 1.1oz or 1.9oz ripstop nylon from ripstopbytheroll.com.
1) Is there a difference of how those two weights feel to the skin?
2) How does the
Calendared vs
Uncalendared affect the feel?
3) Is there a different fabric that would be a better choice (since weight is not an issue), such as bamboo or tencel?*
*For example, I have a
Mountain Hardwear Lamina 35°F with their Thermic Micro™ insulation and its inner and outer shell has the type of “feel” that I’m looking for.
**For anyone that’s able to give me some advice here’s a few extra details of how we’ll be using them:
-Car camping
-Tent (no hammocks yet...)
-Around 40F at the lowest (trying to predict worst case scenario with the kiddos)
-Pacific NW, so dealing with humid air, and potentially rain.
-Sleeping on 3” thick inflatable sleeping pads (still need to figure out additional bottom insulation pad?)
-Maybe 20 to 30 nights of usage per year, for now (I think)
-Perfect case scenario would be to sew “envelope” style bags that can be used individually and also be zipped together to create one big family bag on warmer nights. (I’m comfortable with a sewing machine, but I still prefer easy; it’s hard to get time to focus with the kiddos so young).
***Thoughts from the back of my mind... is this “overkill” for what I’m looking for; should I just be getting something off amazon or at a sporting goods store?
I know this is a Hammock forum, but it's the only place I've been able to find that has an ample amount of info about making such things, so thank you so much in advance to anyone who takes the time to read this!
Bookmarks