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    Home » DIY Garden

    How to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas Hammock

    Published: May 18, 2017 by Christina Dennis · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 19 Comments

    It's week 2 of Outdoor Extravaganza, and me and my blogging friends are sharing some outdoor decorating and entertaining ideas with you today! As soon as it finally warmed up here, I couldn't wait to put up my romantic crochet edged cotton hammock in our back woods again. Let me show you how I washed it (it was so icky from last year!) and styled it for a little "me" time outdoors. And make sure to scroll down to the bottom of this blog post to see all of the other outdoor entertaining and decor ideas from my blogging friends!

    How to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas Hammock

    I bought this cozy, boho-chic hammock off of Amazon last year and I LOVE it! Not only does it look beautiful, but it's really large and comfy. I can definitely nap here (if I didn't have 3 rambunctious kids, I would).

    This project is part of this month's Outdoor Extravaganza hosted by the talented Shauna of Satori Design for Living. Make sure to come back next Thursday to see our outdoor paint and build-it posts. There will also be a link party on May 26th where you can share YOUR outdoor DIY ideas!

    How to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas HammockHow to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas Hammock

    I like to hang this hammock in the woods in our backyard where we've recently built a tree house (that tour will come soon!) for the kids. I can watch them while I swing. It's perfect!

    How to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas Hammock

    The only problem with this location is that the hammock can get really dirty after a season of swinging under the trees. I also just leave it up all summer and wipe with a cloth as needed instead of taking it up and down all season long.

    Thankfully, I was successful in washing it this Spring so that it was ready to hang and enjoy for this year! Here's how I did it:

    How to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas Hammock

    I filled our tub about ⅓ full with very hot water and then poured about 3 cups of bleach in it. I gave everything a good swirl (with rubber gloved hands in a ventilated area) and put the dirty hammock in the tub. I let it sit in the tub for at least two hours before I removed it.

    If you're averse to using bleach, you can try a vinegar and water solution - I've heard that works on cotton canvas too.

    After the bleach soak, I washed the hammock in our clothes washer using a delicate cycle selection.

    How to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas Hammock

    Drying the hammock outside in the bright sun helped lighten any remaining mildew spots and kept the crochet edge of the hammock looking great!

    How to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas Hammock

    I hung the hammock back up in my favourite spot in our little forest, and decorated it with a DIY buffalo check and floral pillow.

    How to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas Hammock

    The pillows don't stay outside, but they're easy to bring down here when I want to get extra cozy.

    A book and a light blanket complete the experience.

    How to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas Hammock

    How to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas Hammock

    It's handy to have a little table by a hammock for a drink or a soft lantern, and fresh and faux flowers nearby always help up the relaxation factor too!

    Now go check out some more outdoor entertaining and decor ideas to fill your Spring with green from my blogging friends!

    How to Set a Casual Outdoor Table, French Vintage Style by So Much Better with Age

    Raspberry Lemonade Rose Cocktail by Craftberry Bush

    Pimm's Cocktail Jug for Summer Outdoor Parties by Satori Design for Living

    Peach Strawberry White Wine Slushie by The Happy Housie

    Backyard Patio Tea Party by Elliven Studio

    How to Clean and Style a Cotton Canvas Hammock by The DIY Mommy

    DIY Farmhouse Serving Tray by Making it in the Mountains

    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase something via these links, I'll receive a small portion of that sale with no extra cost to you.

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    Comments

    1. Shauna

      May 18, 2017 at 9:39 am

      This is such a dreamy spot, and you've styled it so beautifully! Hopefully you can spend some downtime there this summer! Here's to a great long weekend 🙂

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 20, 2017 at 8:34 am

        Thank you, Shauna! Enjoy your weekend as well 😀

        Reply
    2. Kristi Mercer

      May 18, 2017 at 9:49 am

      This looks like something out of a dream! Gorgeous!!!

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 20, 2017 at 8:34 am

        Thank you so much, Kristi

        Reply
    3. Krista

      May 18, 2017 at 5:12 pm

      Such a pretty hammock, Christina! And an absolutely perfect setting:)

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 20, 2017 at 8:33 am

        Thank you, Krista 😊

        Reply
    4. Jamie

      May 19, 2017 at 10:43 am

      I love this Christina! I want to take a nap there too. Love the styling.
      Hugs, Jamie

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 20, 2017 at 8:32 am

        Perfect for relaxing 😊

        Reply
    5. Hannah

      May 20, 2017 at 10:03 am

      Trust me, its like a romantic place, i like the every bit of the spot. Thanks for giving me this idea to do this on my upcoming anniversary.

      Reply
    6. Cindy Richter

      May 26, 2017 at 9:02 am

      This is why you're the Queen. Style a hammock - I would have NEVER thought of that. It's beautiful and oh how I want to stay and not ever leave. I'm now on the hunt for a fabulous cotton hammock! Love this!

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 27, 2017 at 8:10 am

        You're too sweet, Cindy 😊

        Reply
    7. Nikki Gwin

      May 28, 2017 at 8:04 pm

      Oh wow. I think your hammock may have inspired my umbrella transformation! I can see that I need to find me a hammock similar to yours now. I love it.
      🙂 gwingal

      Reply
      • Lindsay - The DIY Mommy

        May 29, 2017 at 12:26 pm

        Christina is sure you will enjoy it so much!

        Reply

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