Tipi Pattern

[Nat]

many thanks spamel.

Now a decision needs to be made.... do i go for the go lite hex design in ripstop or original indian in ripstop......

 

[spamel]

I reckon traditional indian, no zips to fail at an awkward moment! A couple of IPK's from eBay wopuld give you plenty of material to make one, it's waterproof and pretty much rip proof, very wear ersistant and strong, yet lightweight. I intend to make a small baker tent from it one day!

 

[Nat]

And alot less hassle to sew up. a few pop studs down the front, one single pole, a few tent pegs and voila.

Or i might make both lol

 

[Dave]

http://www.motherearthnews.com/Nature-and-Environment/1970-01-01/The-Plains-Indian-Tipi.aspx

 

[loz.]

What i'm missing is a pattern. Anyone know of anywhere that has one perchance?

Hi Nat,

I met this guy at a course a few weeks ago - Hes THE tip man.

have a look at his links pages - im sure you find a pattern there !
Tipi Dave

Regs

Loz

 

[Nat]

All rather large!

But thanks anyway, it's given me the ideas for a starting shape i needed.