I just finished 3 under quilts for the adult kids. They are on the Border with them as I write. I still have to do one bug net for their trip in 10 days. Busy Grandma. Pics when they get home.

I'm anxious to see them! Did you use down or synthetic ins?
I'm sure that you have seen how much they get for them - you'd likely do well selling a few. I've always wanted to make my own but I already have a couple and don't really need another. Some day though I want to make a tent quilt. I think those would really catch on.

PK,
I was lucky to find pre-quilted, synthetic insulated, nylon fabric that was the perfect 54" wide.

All I had to do was make the rectangles, attach a gathering edge band and insert (elastic)cord, then add corner end cords to attach to the hammock end ropes. They are for warmer weather with a second insulation rectangle designed and ready to snap into place making them for colder weather. The second under layer is a great top quilt for warm weather.

I am interested in your tent quilt idea. Tell me more. Are you thinking insulated side and roof panels. Almost like an insulated rain fly?

GL
I guess that I termed that wrong. What I want to make is a top quilt to be used in the tent. I have my hammock top quilts, but this would be a top quilt with a larger foot box (twice as big) and possibly made wider so one could more easily stretch out. Might even have a couple tabs to attach to the pad at chest level. Most sleeping bags are just too narrow for me and I want to be able to turn more easily. It would probably be rated for 30* so call it a summer quilt. Maybe a project for this winter.

PK,
I have actually made what you are talking about. I have a "base" that is a rip stop outer bottom layer, that creates a sleeve/pocket for my Exped to be sandwiched in between it and a bed sheet. I have a top sheet and several layers of differing top covers that zip into the bottom at my feet. I just add the right combination of covers for the weather. I also have a final top layer of synthetic insulated quilting for cold weather that has zippers along the sides to "close" up the bed and keep it all together.

What pattern did you settle on for the bug net?

zippered entry net kit plans
This kit is only $25 which is cheater than you can get just fabric.
I have to wait to make these. My back is acting up after making the under quilts.(I just had spinal fusion surgery in late May)

This looked simple. There is also a good design on DIY Gear Supply.
My plan is to make a prototype out of cheap netting and see what adjustments need to be made.

I was tempted to just buy them. Kammock makes a great net for $75. This could save me lots of time.

I finished these quilts for my Warbonnet Ridge Runner hammock a little while ago. So far the underquilt has been warm down to 30 degrees and I'm hoping to push it down further this winter. If I get cold I'm planning to have the option of a sleeping pad or a 2nd underquilt more loosely attached over the top of this one.





The topquilt has been great so far. I'm glad I include adjustable closure at the footbox so I could vent when I get way to hot. So far it's also been good to around 30 degrees. Like the underquilt it was made and stuffed with 800 fill water resistant allied down. The baffles on the underquilt don't extend all the way to the edge of the quilt so I can move down into different sections as needed...however I think I may have overstuffed the quilt as I'm not sure how much I could even move the down around if I tried. The set together weights just under 3 pounds and condenses down to the size of a rugby ball or so. I've used a down vest a pillow for a while, but I'm thinking i'll need to make a good pillow someday soon.

My winter project will be making a spray cover for my Wenonah Advantage, which should be quite the challenge.

Nice work Vanderstorm! Your winter project sounds interesting too.

Do any of you that make the under quilts use those down blankets from Costco that everyone makes into underquilts?

I did one, but unless you have a bridge hammock, my method isn't super helpful. I just sewed parallel lines and cut it close to in half and made a summer underquilt. Bridge hammocks are a lot easier, in my opinion, to make underquilts for. Just use some good shock cord and don't pull too tight. I think the underquilt should be warm into the 40's but haven't tested it that low because I always bring my warmer one just to be safe...

Also, FYI: those quilts are available again and come in 2 packs.

quote OldFingers57: "Do any of you that make the under quilts use those down blankets from Costco that everyone makes into underquilts? "

Yes, I have used they. I made my original underquilts that span all the way - end to end. I use the costco down blankets as a supplement for colder weather. We just put them inside the underquilt as a "lining". We really like them - they are well made and versitile.

quote OldFingers57: "Do any of you that make the under quilts use those down blankets from Costco that everyone makes into underquilts? "

Chiming in a little late, but I have also used the Costco quilts. All I did was run cordage channels down the 4 sides and string it up as a regular underquilt. I tend to sleep warmer than most and found that the quilt was on the edge of comfort, for me, at 45F. Any colder and I'd need something thicker. This was while sleeping in jeans, t-shirt, and a thick pile-lined hooded sweatshirt. No way would I be able to use the Costco UQ with any less clothing unless it was a fair bit warmer. I could easily see using it as a supplemental liner for other UQs though.

The kids, my son and dauyghter-in-law, are currently using the Costco quilts to put inside their other underquilts to provide an extra layer in the colder weather. - sort of like throwing an extra blanket on the bed - but under it. The Costco quilts are great for warmer weather and as a supplement.

The kids, my son and dauyghter-in-law, are currently using the Costco quilts to put inside their other underquilts to provide an extra layer in the colder weather. - sort of like throwing an extra blanket on the bed - but under it. The Costco quilts are great for warmer weather and as a supplement.