How To Make A Synthetic Top Quilt - DIY / MYOG
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- čas přidán 5. 08. 2024
- Find a full list of materials and download the sketchup file here: how-to-build-a-synthetic-top-quilt-diy-myog
6 total yards of Membrane 10 taffeta nylon (3 yards per quilt side) - bit.ly/2rL1mma
2-3 yards of Climashield Apex 5.0 synthetic insulation (buy 3 to account for potential mistakes or if you need to make a longer quilt) - bit.ly/2rNuWIn
Gutermann Mara 70 thread - bit.ly/2k6mDmO
3 yards 1/16" shock cord - bit.ly/2k3Sl49
2 micro cord locks - bit.ly/2ItEmiT
5/8" grosgrain ribbon - amzn.to/2IN7Mf6
KAM snaps & tool - amzn.to/2Lajgrh
20" separating zipper size #5 - amzn.to/2rPM9QH
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I just wanted to post an update on this bag. I made it about a year ago and have spent about 12 nights in it camping in Arizona and British Columbia. It was quite easy to make. I have taken it down to about 32 degrees f (wearing a down sweater, warm hat, wool socks and long johns inside) and it was bearable but I was a bit cold. It packs easy into a 9l stuff sack I have but could pack down further. Overall its a good design, and shows no signs so far of failing anywhere. Its a great bag and I am thankful to Backcountry Banter for providing such a good detailed video on how to make it. It has pretty much replaced my old heavier bag completely.
Thank you so much. We made 3 Quilts because of your video. Please never delete this video. Thank you, thank you, thank you ❣️
Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪❤️
Thanks for this video. You’ve helped me out with a project I’ve been holding off on. I bought everything I need to make an insulated jacket out of these same materials. I’ve been hesitant to even start cutting. But now you’ve given me a game plan. Now I just need to clean the floor! Lol😂
This was absolutely brilliant. I'd love to make some of my own gear. Tempted to buy a sewing machine now.
Thank you! I'm glad I watched to the end - I don't know why but I'd never thought of putting my head through the footbox when using my Revelation as a wrap. I've just been opening it up all the way and holding it around me. That will make my mornings much more hands-free! Double thanks!
Very well done 👍🏽 Never thought of using backing with my nylon projects. Thanks for the education.
Thank you man! I just finished up my quilt and this tutorial was my guideline. Turned out perfect for me.
Excellent job and thank you for sharing
I did your Costco quilt mod and used it all season here in TX (warm) it worked well. I will have to do (make) this quilt. Thanks for sharing dude. Happy Hiking.
Amazing video!! Really dig the color scheme of the quilt btw
Love the how to videos! Thanks!
Great video Joe. Really easy steps and exactly the process by which I made mine (minus the zipper).
A magnet cleans up spilled pins pretty well 😉. Thanks for the tut!
Just tried this and it worked amazing!.
This is awesome!
Totally amazing project! I appreciate you sharing this and encouraing people to DIY. I think many of us, even people who occasionaly DIY aren't always keen to take on technical projects with uncommon materials.
This was awesome. Thanks, dude.
I made this quilt today and I'm so happy with how it turned out. So courious to test it out on the weekend. Greetings from Germany!
Thank you for making this! My husband and I tried to test out mummy bags and figured out that I don't like sleeping confined and they don't work for my husband who's built like a lineman. Now to just figure out how to rig it to be able to be a double quilt!
Nice job. I've been sewing for over 50 years so I know how difficult it is to sew in the grosgrain and channels for shock cords. Only thing I would do different is that I would make the opening (to turn it right side out) in the side of the quilt above the zipper and only make it about 8" long. It's more difficult to sew the zipper in (more layers) in the section that you left open to turn the quilt. Just a little easier because the zipper won't move around while trying to sew it after.
Having now done one of these, I think he put the hole at the zipper because the final topstitching isn't so noticeable there. I did mine without a zipper at all, but that last stitch is pretty noticeable.
great and thanks for sharing.
Good stuff man..i need a quilt for the warmer weather myself..so cool bro..
You are one crafty individual. I credit you to my finally making my transition to a quilt. I love it
Welcome to the dark side :)
Kia ora. This is just the video I was looking for. Nga mihi from Aoteroa NZ
Great tutorial.
Supper stoaked you posted these links , I was just about to place a big order from rsbtr , you actually turned me on to them, so this allows me to feel like I can give back in small way, That master list on backcountry banter has definitely been appreciated! Much love joe!
Glad to hear it, and thanks a bunch!!! If you have any pics from your project, I'd love to see what you've made!
Great video, Thanks
Thanks!
This looks great! I love the functionality you built into it and the impressively low weight!
I also really enjoy your tutorial for your down quilt and might make a hybrid version of the two, filled with UP insulation as it's synthetic but compresses almost as nicely as down.
If you happen to have any experience/advice on using UP I'd really appreciate it if you share them. Thank you for your incredibly helpful tutorials!
Awesome video, thank you. Just finished up making five (yes, 5) quilts for me and the family. One tip for the footbox cinch shock cord (and I guess the top shock cord too, but we aren't installing yet for summer use). After running the shock cord through the channel with a safety pin I ran it through the KAM snap gross grain loop (between the KAM snap and the quilt). I then looped it back to itself and tied it off using a bowline knot. Install the cord lock on the opposite side and then do the same bowline tie off. Shortest amount of shock cord and fewest cord locks I could come up with. Not only did it save a gram or two, but there's nowhere for the cord lock to go/be lost and nothing obtrusive when laying the quilt flat!
The other thing you can do is make the channel the full width and open in the center instead of the ends. Sew the ends of the channel and shock cord into the edge with the zipper and everything else, then put the cordlock on both halves in the center. With the snap zipped you can pull the shock cord from the middle and it'll bunch up just the same, but when you let it out and unzip there's nothing left hanging. Basically gets the same result as yours without the knots.
I made this quilt last year and i have done a bunch of miles with it. I've also been using it for about 4 months straight living in my van.
It was the first time I've ever sewn. I threw it together in about 4 hours. It's kinda sloppy but it's been holding up well so far. I used grosgrain and snaps instead of a zipper.
I used the 5oz apex and 10d shell. I've slept in it down to 40 degrees with shorts, shirt and a torso ccf pad and was warm. I've taken it down to 35 degrees with a ultralight bivy, puffy, rain jacket, leggings and the same torso ccf pad and was warm. I've taken it into the 20s but I was sleeping in my van and i had a ton of layers on.
The loft is holding up fine except for the bottom of the foot box. I toss and turn a lot so that's probably putting a lot of stress on the insulation.
I plan on making another one for the pct but making it with 7.5 apex. Should keep me warm enough in the mid 20s.
Thanks for the tutorial. Instructions were easy to follow. You make great content. 👍
Bro you made this look so freaking easy I need to get a real sewing machine, thanks for sharing dope project!!😁✌️💚
Can't thank you enough for making this video, your really covered everything and made it super easy for a beginner to follow. Only change I made was using uncalendared 1oz HyperD on the inner instead of the M10. Project came out great!
What was your weight with that?
Thank you so much for this and your links for materials! One suggestion, rather than cutting a separate piece for the drawstring cord channe, couldn't you just allow 1.5 ins extra at the top of one of either the top or bottom layer fabric and then just fold it under to make a cord channel? You'd need to also add .5 in cut out on the sides as well to allow for the side channel hems. You'd still need to pin it, but it would be a smidge faster?
Hey man! wanted to let you know that i just made this built, and the result was absolutely amazing. never used a sowing machine in my life, but the result is genuinely feels like i just made something that could fool some people into thinking it was made by a triple A company like mountain hardware.
Thanks a bunch for the great instruction!
Ahh, cool!!! So glad this worked well for you.
Thank you for this excellent tutorial! I've been considering making my own quilt to try out as I'm an avid sewer and diy-er. I'm interested in trying a quilt, but not much out there for reviews of synthetic quilts so I'm having a hard time parting with a few hundred dollars for something that 1) might not be warm enough for me and 2) might be too heavy/big... a homemade tester may be a way to go!
Edited to add: Well I did it! I'm uploading a video of my project as I type this. It was way easier than I thought it would be and I just love my quilt. Hope it keeps me as warm as I think it was on an actually lower temps overnighter! Thanks again for the great tutorial.
Can you share the rough cost of DIY
Still didn't finish watching the video, but I love the UnderTale ost song in the background haha!
That is bad ass ! Me likey lol
With the help of my wife, I used your video (and links) to purchase the materials and make mine. I (of course) modified it a bit for my 6' 1" height and larger frame. Fortunately, the 58" width worked perfectly for my wider quilt. I also went with a longer foot box and 24" zipper. Final Quilt is 78" long, 57" wide and weighs just at 1.5 lbs and is quite toasty! I have quite a bit of material left over and plan to make several pairs of booties. One will have insulated denim for lounging/walking around the house in, the other will be for those cold nights on the trail. Took the quilt out for a week long section on the AT, and it is fantastic. Stuffs down to right at 8L. Thanks for the awesome video brother!
Excellent! Thanks for sharing! If you have any pictures, I'd love to see how it looks.
Sent you an e-mail with attached pictures to your @me.com account. Let me know if you don't see them.
I just ordered all the stuff I need to make this quilt! I’m very excited for it. Would you say it’s rated to around 35 degrees?
Also, you should make a myog video for an 7x9 or 8x10 silpoly tarp! You and Jupiter have enlightened me to the many benefits of a tarp, I want to make one now!
I made one as well, pretty easy overall but you need a good amount of space to do layout. I did mine 78" long as I'm a bit taller, used membrane 7 and the final weight is 20oz. Thanks for the awesome tutorial! I'm a beginner at sewing as well, so it's not too hard of a project. I think it was about 4-5 hours total for me.
I've been able to use mine for quite a few nights. I love this quilt! Mine is quite a bit warmer then I need, so I often unzip it and use it in blanket mode. Cheers!
I made this quilt a few months ago. I just spent two weeks backpacking and camping in Arizona so I can report for me (male, medium warmth sleeper) that it was warm down to about 46 degrees F (8 Celcius) with no additional clothing layers. Below that you'd want to add clothing layers. I had one night where it got down to 32 F (0 Celcius). I put on a pair of long johns, wool socks, and a light down jacket with hood, and was just barely warm enough to sleep but I was a bit cold and uncomfortable. I guess this sums up that this isnt a super warm quilt, but it is quite light, compact and easy to make. If you are going to sleep frequently in temperatures close to freezing I would recommend adding more insulation. For me it will work as a good warm weather quilt, but may not be quite enough for the high alpine in the summer
Also I should note that it packs into a 12l stuff sack, but you could probably go smaller. I am 6 feet tall so I added 4 inches of length and 2 inches of width and it fits me good, with just the top of my head poking out if I really try to cover myself up.
Thank you for sharing!
I saw someone else that made a second quilt that he connected to the first one's snaps. I seem to remember he made one with 2.5Oz, one with 5.0Oz. So he could use just one of them or both depending on the expected weather and not have to carry too much weight.
This is awesome! I'm about to go follow your IG
Hi, great video, one question, what thread and needle did you use?
Thanks
This is sick bro. Is there any sort of guide on what temps this insulation is good for, or do you kinda just have to figure it out for yourself?
Hey fella, fantastic job, going to do my own since i am loving the diy and I don’t want to always use my Megalite so it lasts and no one ganks it at music fests or whatever. Question though: have the prices gone up significantly because I’m oooking at over $100 at RSBTR on this project? Any suggestions for alternative material sourcing?? Thankyou and great job!
Have you found the insulation/shell to need another seam or two through the middle to prevent it from twisting or becoming misformed?
I just finished this project. It took about 5-6 hours of work to make, so it was pretty simple compared to other MYOG projects. The materials cost me about 100$. I made my quilt 4 inches longer (I am 6 feet tall and wanted it to mostly cover my head), and 2 inches less wide. The total weight is about 615 grams. So far I am quite happy! The hardest part was sewing the zipper in, especially at the end after turning the fabric inside out. I am wondering why the hole to turn it inside out wasn't left in a non-zipper part.. I'll report back later on how this holds up on a long backpacking trip.
Hi Devin, did you test your quilt yet? :) would be interesting how it worked for you. what climashield apex did you use? Best wishes, Paul
@@MrWumm1 I did finish it, and posted some detailed comments on it in this video (just scroll down until you see them). I used apex 5.0 as per the directions. I found the quilt comfortable in the 40's, but not warm enough when you get closer to freezing.
Thanks for the video! It really does a fantastic job of covering every step and question that could come up. I don't know if you will see this question, but I was wondering if you have an opinion on the pros and cons of using only snaps to create the footbox instead of a zipper. thanks.
I'm about to do exactly that. Only con I can see is it being a little less sealed up down there. Since I'm doing a 2.5oz APEX warm weather quilt that seems like a minor drawback to me, more than offset by the weight savings and the convenience of not having to mess with a zipper.
Just wondering what your top three picks are for sewing machines that can run the thinner materials. Always look forward to seeing your videos!
I don't know if I have enough experience with a variety of machines to answer this :-0 I used a super cheap kenmore machine with success and am currently using an industrial KingMax GC 8700 which works incredibly well. I've heard many good things about older Singer industrial machines too.
really nice work. what was your finished weight?
Have the prices gone up since this video? I'm pricing it now and its 100+.
Interested in buying one
Have you found that the 35 deg temp rating has been about right?
That's really interesting how you made that...Great job!....Do you have any videos on a DIY backpack build as well? I mix my backpacking with gold mining. At base camp I have a smaller daypack I take with my mining tools inside for mining on the run, so I need something more specific for my needs. The closest thing I have is a tactical pack, but I'd like to build my own, and make it lighter.
Not yet, but I'll be making DIY backpack videos soon :)
Backcountry Banter ....Cool! That's gonna be an interesting video too! Cheers!
5:41 I too get pins and needles in my foot sometimes
Really enjoyed this diy, what temp rating is this, and did you stitch through the center of the quilt?
I didn't stitch through the middle. The Climashield Apex insulation used holds up very well and doesn't tend to tear apart like other synthetic insulations. In theory it should hold up quite well with just the edges secured. The temp rating is debatable, but I'm estimating at least 35 F hopefully more like 30 F. I need to do some testing on that though.
Wow that's awesome!! Would it be possible to put two layers of insulation inside to increase warmth?
Yes, you could and it works fine, but there are also several different weights of APEX available, all the way up to 10oz/yd. At that weight you probably want to be considering down instead.
How small are you able to make it while carrying in your pack?
Awesome video - super easy to follow, Thank you! Do you have a video for instructions to make a sling back chair with trekking poles?
Not yet! I'd like to try that though.
@@BackcountryBanter one more question, I have three that I cranked out for Christmas gifts and I'd like to make stuff sacks for them. I have your diy video but for this application, do you have a suggestion for an appropriate size?
That was great. I really need a quilt ...im going to try this. Joe what kind of stitch did you use going around the outside?
I just used a straight stitch around the entire perimeter.
@@BackcountryBanterNow that we're 5 years out, how did the single stitch hold up? I'm likely going to start Sunday, and I was considering whether I should go around twice.
Hi, Thanks for posting this. I really appreciate it. I am in the process of making this now. There is another video on youtube of a similar project. I'm wondering why you chose to allow the gap to be turned inside-out at the zipper? The other youtuber chose a simpler edge. Since you put so much effort and thought into your design, I imagine you did this for a good reason but what's the reason? Also, the other youtuber chose a thicker nylon taffeta for the material for the cinch channel, your does not. I couldn't find a thicker nylon I liked. I was thinking of doing what you did with the same material. Has the channel material held up to use and tight cinching? I was considering doubling up the material for the channel - your thoughts? I know you must be quite busy and I'll understand if you don't have time to answer, but I'd really appreciate it if you would. Thanks Again.
I am just finishing up making this quilt... fabulous tutorial... How do I wash it? I am used to "quilting" quilts so that the batting stays in place during the washing process... how does climashield work floating open like this only being held in place at the edges?
Awesome and congrats! These quilts are fairly easy to wash. Just use some sort of tech wash (like this: amzn.to/3aI4xB1) and make sure to not use any hot settings. Ideally you should use a front loading washer (not a top loader with the spinner.) You can also wash them by hand in a tub. When you dry it use a low setting. I use tennis or dryer balls to help dry and fluff it too. You can also hang dry, it'll just take longer than you might expect.
maybe a dumb question but what is the purpose of the grosgrain and kam snaps? Is that to snap it together to make it more of like a sleeping bag? When you do this, would it go around the pad or just around your body?
Why leave the gap along the zipper for the reverse? It would seem easier to do it on the side between grosgrain tabs.
Entertaining and informative! Not that I know much about sewing, but do you think it would be helpful or necessary to add some stitching along the body of the quilt to keep the insulation in place? Or is that used primarily for something like down or down alternative and not a whole sheet of batting like this?
If you add stitching on the body of the quilt (in the middle of it, for instance), you'll get cold where the sewing is, because the sewing will compress the material and it won't loft there. It's the lofting that helps keep you warm.
They need those stitchings when it's down to keep the down from going all to a side, moving inside it. But the stitches don't go all through the material. It's a kind of stitching that doesn't go all the way through.
Way late to this party, but you don't have any stitching in the middle because APEX is "continuous sheet" insulation, so it's all one piece and will maintain in place without the help. Down and some other insulations (Primaloft, for example) are free floating inside the shell, so you need to subdivide the shell to get even insulation coverage. Some lighter down quilts are "sewn through" meaning they're subdivided just by sewing the top shell to the bottom shell, but warm ones will instead have "baffles" which are little walls of other material running vertically between the top and bottom shells. You can see how that works in some of the down quilt videos around here, but they're typically made of noseeum mesh and they're a big pain to sew in, not to mention fill.
Looks good. This answers my question if you make sew the quilt fabric together first and then add insulation somehow or sew it all together. Thank you!
I have a question, why didn't you sew across the whole thing several times to make line and hold the fabric in. Like the lines across a buffy jacket or down quilt. Does synthetic do ok with constant stuffing and unfolding? No quilting required?
Climashield® Apex does not require quilting. I'm considering using 2 layers of 2.5oz and using offset quilt layers, but haven't decided yet :)
Very Nice! What did the finished weight come too?
19.7 oz.
I am new to sewing. When sewing it all together, what stitching did you use? Just a straight stitch?
I made 3 of them and yes all straight stitches. :)
Great video. How did you know what the temp rating would be for your quilt?
It depends on the apex insulation you get, ripstop by the roll has these ratings 2.5 oz - 50F, 3.6 oz - 40F, 5.0 oz - 30oF, 7.5 oz - 10F
10oz - -5F
Is that spectra yellow or olive yellow you used for the exterior?
That's olive yellow: bit.ly/2wA5W95
Hi , I'm trying to make my own quilt too and I just wanted to know why the purple fabric that you put under the insulation while sewing doesn't get sown to the quilt. How do I do that ?
Greetings Vincent.
P.s Your videos are great keep it going :)
The purple "fabric" is actually tissue paper which is easy to tear away from the quilt after sewing. The purple tissue paper prevents the fabric from being pulled into the sewing machine.
@@nososandyman Oh ok :) Thanks mate !
I don’t have the skills to make one myself, but I would consider commissioning you to build a custom setup. You should start taking orders man...it could become a sweet business!
Soon... I'm working on it :)
I'm also very interested in purchasing. Please update when possible.
What is the packed size of this quilt? What size STS drysack would it fit in? 10l?
It'll definitely fit 12 L and I think it would fit 10L as well. I haven't tested that though.
Backcountry Banter thank you very much
How has the UGQ Been holding up? Been going back and forth about what quilt to get for my 2019 PCT Thru hike.
I'm still loving it! I just released a video from a backpacking trip on which I used it. It has been consistently warm and comfortable. Plus it is light and packs down very well. Everything is still holding up perfectly and it shows no signs of wearing out yet. A+++
What is the coldest you have taken it to?
Backcountry Banter What is the packed down size?
ribbon dancing like Stevie hahahahaha lmao
Nice! I no longer have access to sewing machines (or the person who used them 😏), or I’d make one. What are your thoughts on Velcro instead of a zipper?
It could work for sure. I'd be worried about being scratch and potentially opening up under pressure though. Button snaps might be a better option.
Find a Asian seamstress and pay to have two sheets of nylon with insulation. If not just buy an enlightened quilt or just go to Costco and buy a tent and sleeping bag.
I was just referred to your video. I know it's old. Not sure if you'll respond. What woukd something like this cost to buy from a retailer? I don't have sewing skills. I posted in a group for budget friendly warm blanket to keep in my truck for emergencies. Wool blankets were suggested. Making my own was also suggested. In pricing out materials, it seems a bit spendy
I have no idea how you cut it so smoothly. Mine was all jagged, and I'm about to see it completely finished and flipped inside out.
Im guessing very sharp scissors
would you consider making one of these for a someone? for a fee of course
Actually, I bought materials to make 3 extra quilts to sell. In a few weeks I'll post them to my website for sale. If that goes well, who knows what will happen.
Love 99% of this design, but I worry somewhat about the gathered end and drafts. Do your feet stay warm?
So far so good considering the summer rating of the quilt. In colder windy weather I just shove an extra pair of socks or clothing into the hole at the feet.
@@BackcountryBanter Awesome! I purchased the materials from RSBTR last week and will start sewing one of these bags for my son in a few days. Thanks!
Edit: Finished the quilt and couldn't be happier. Super warm. Super light.
Thank you for the video man, I'm planning on making my own quilt for the summer season. Although if I may ask, how did you order the fabric? cut and folded or were they rolled?
By chance you wouldn't have one to sell would you?
Not currently but I'm hoping to eventually build a workshop so I can get back into making and selling gear. Thanks!
@@BackcountryBanter if so look me back up please....you do beautiful work
The vinyl looks like a giant fruit roll up
Joe - Check out some great ideas for quilt construction from Sierra Designs: czcams.com/video/PX7LSHvM414/video.html
Why does everybody, following this tutorial, order so much fabric, when the quilt isn't that long?