Next we need to sew a loop at each end to accept the rope that will be used to hold up the hammock. While performing this step, we also need to protect against fraying. We folded over about 3/8" (1cm) of fabric, and then folded over another 2" (5cm) in the same direction. Sewing along the end of the loop you just made yields a loop that will not fray. There are other techniques to achieve the same result, and they are acceptable as long as you create a strong loop that won't fray.

If you make the loop too narrow, it will be difficult to slide rope through; making it too wide, simply wastes material and makes the hammock heavier than it needs to be. A 2" - 3" (50 - 75mm) loop seems adequate. Although double stitching may be suitable, we sewed along the loop three times to ensure that we were making a very strong and long-lasting hammock. Repeat this step for the other end of the hammock.