one of the BEST SKILLS for LIFE on a SAILBOAT | SailAway 278
June 23, 2024 by SailAway World Sailing | Language: EN Play Time: 00:23:38 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
Sailing Boat Skills for Life Aboard
In today’s video, we explore one of the best life skills you can have when living aboard a sailboat – sewing. It might seem like an unusual choice at first, but trust us; it can be incredibly useful.
Join Lauren as she tackles some projects to spruce up the sailaway world sailing home. From updating sling-back chairs and side screens to making shade improvements that make a huge difference in enjoying life aboard your boat.
Sewing on a sailboat might not be at the top of everyone’s list when they first think about essential skills for life on board, but as you will see in this episode, it can really transform living and cruising conditions. This skill allows you to tackle small maintenance projects that enhance your daily life and comfort aboard your floating home.
Sewing has proven very useful, from fixing small items and creating functional improvements, like shade covers for the cockpit of their boat. Not only does this provide protection from the sun or rain but it also helps make living aboard more enjoyable. You can make custom fitted canvas items to protect your sailboat investment while adding value to cruising life.
It is essential not only for the functional purposes, such as weather protection, fixing torn sails, creating comfortable sleeping quarters with a soft touch in all conditions and seasons but also provides an opportunity to create personalized touches around their floating home. This makes it a unique living space, perfect for cruising enthusiasts who want to make every day feel special.
While some projects take time and practice, learning sewing skills can help make life easier and more enjoyable on a sailboat. You will find endless possibilities in enhancing your nautical journey with creative and practical applications of this valuable skillset. With dedication, patience, and determination to learn, anyone can master it.
In the future, they plan further enhancements like adding solar panels or clear plastic sheeting for rough weather protection. All these improvements make their boat a better home on the water by maximizing comfort while minimizing issues that arise during sea travel or coastal living experiences. To follow along with these projects and stay updated with sailing adventures, be sure to subscribe to the SailAway World Sailing channel.
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Is it NAVIGATION? Is it KNOT TYING? How about WEATHER ROUTING?? Well...sure. But this week we're doing a lot of ONE SKILL you might not realize is SO USEFUL in our LIFE on a SAILBOAT. Especially on a 30-Year Old CATAMARAN that's ALWAYS in need of some love. Enjoy!! And be sure to SUBSCRIBE for WEEKLY CONTENT EVERY SUNDAY! Cheers!!
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