Uses for an unused HH tarp?

[sirbingo]

What’s up y'all,

I don't use the standard tarp that came with my HH.
I use a larger tarp that I prefer.

However, I bet the stock HH tarp might be good as part of an underquilt or something.

Has anybody used the stock HH tarp for something other then a hammock tarp?...or should I just stick the thing away in my storage closet?

[peter_pan]

Offer it for sale for $10 for Ultra lighters as a minimalist tarp....I've sold two or three that way over the years...

Pan

[Just Jeff]

There used to be directions to make it an undercover, but the link has been taken down. Still get the condensation issues of non-breathable insulation, but it cuts the wind.

There's a pic on here:
http://www.tothewoods.net/HammockCampingWarm.html

[Seeker]

at about 7oz, it makes a nice emergency tarp to take on a day hike.

[MedicineMan]

since i've got three of them lying around

[peter_pan]

Alternatively, use it as donor material for a set of Python Skins (Snake skins on steroids), and use the left overs for some stuff sacks...all are easy starter projects with only straight line cutting and sewing.

Pan

[sirbingo]

Hmmm..the Python Skins idea is something I think I'll try.

However, I've looked around on the net but I can't find plans for do-it-yourself Python Skins. Are there any websites out there that whould show me how to make a pair of these bad boys?

[jazilla]

Hmmm..the Python Skins idea is something I think I'll try.

However, I've looked around on the net but I can't find plans for do-it-yourself Python Skins. Are there any websites out there that whould show me how to make a pair of these bad boys?

Sirbingo,
If you check out Jeff's site you will find what you are looking for.

[Just Jeff]

That method works good for mesh, but it causes a bit of bunching at the end that may not be so good for silnylon. It'll work fine and it's very easy, but cutting a true cone shape would make them neater. Here's how I'd do it:

- Cut the material into a cone shape
- Hem the short edge.
- Fold it in half with the hem turned to the outside
- Sew the long edges together to make a tube
- Trim the bottom so it's straight, then hem

It'll probably be easier to use if you put a stiffener in the hem of the large opening. I think JRB clipped the end from a plastic zip-tie and inserted that into the hem.

[sirbingo]

Thanks JustJeff! I think I'm gonna make me a pair of Python Skins!

Yo are Da Bomb!!

[Hammock Hanger]

My extra tarp became a pair of rain pants.

[brian]

My extra tarp became a pair of rain pants.

Or if you're lazy, a rain sorong\skirt\kilt...no sewing required!