Brilliant DIY Way How To Make The Coziest Hanging Chair From Scratch, For Real Summer Relaxing

I m sure that you like a real summer enjoyment and relaxing in your backyard. For comfortable and real enjoyment we have found a great DIY idea that with just a little skill you can make it for the best summer enjoyment. Angie Diersman from eHow has a really cute and awesome Macrame Hammock chair DIY project that could be the best summer inspiration from all. She uses the macrame technique, which requires knotting together cords. Macrame isn’t crocheting but a form of weaving or knitting. Macrame is a centuries-old method used to make furniture, plant holders, and other home decor items. It could also be a pleasant surprise for your loved ones. So take a look below at how it looks like and what you will need.

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You will need:

• 3 1 1/4-inch hardwood dowels, 30-inches long
• 2 5/8-inch hardwood dowels, 36-inches long
• 200 yards, 1/4-inch macrame cord or rope
• 8 yards, 1/2-inch rope
• 4 1-inch wood screws
• Drill
• Measuring tape
• Scissors

First start with Measure the Dowels

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Drill Holes in the Dowels

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Sand the Holes

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Slide the Dowels Together

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Secure the Frame With Screws

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Hang the Frame

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Wrap the Cords Around the Dowel

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Cross the Cords From Left to Right

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Cross the Cords From Right to Left

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Complete the Square Knot

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Start With the Third Cord

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Repeat the Pattern

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Knot Until the Seat Measures 45-inches Long

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Attach the Seat to the Frame

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Tie a Second Knot

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Cut the Ends of the Cords

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Cut a 1/2-inch Rope

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String the Rope Through the Dowel

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String the Rope Through the Top and Bottom of the Frame

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Tie the Rope Around the Third Dowel

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Hang the Seat, Adjust the Ropes and Enjoy

source  full tutorial on ehow.com