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Atticus update 81: how to pick foam for your sailboat cushions

Desiree has been learning a lot about foam in order to know what materials to use for various projects. Here she explains how high density foam is correlated with high quality, durable foam for heavy use projects. She also explains IFD, or the ILD, and ind...

Oct 21, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:37

Atticus Update 80: How to sew an inside corner, buying sails!

After 2 weeks of sewing and fiberglass work all day, everyday, we have saved up enough $ to buy sails! Desiree explains a sewing trick she learned the hard way.... By making a lot of mistakes :)

Oct 01, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:25

Atticus Update 79: V Berth Cushions Complete!

V-berth cushions done! Phew!! Now onto my first paid cushion project! Excited that my new equipment and skills are starting to pay off! +1 for sewing on a sailboat!

Sep 16, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:43

Atticus Update 78: Cutting Fabric for our Vberth at the Marina Lounge

Desiree working in her favorite space, the communal marina lounge. Here she cuts her fabric amongst plush leather furniture and air conditioning. When living on a small boat its the little things that count!

Sep 14, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:01:08

Atticus Upate 76: Cutting Foam with an Electric Kitchen Knife

After much trial and error, Desiree has some tips on cutting foam using inexpensive tools. Can't wait for the new VBerth cushions! We're using two layers of 3 inch medium firm dry fast open cell foam from Sailrite.

Sep 13, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:52

Atticus Update 75: Chainplates Polished

One of the last steps before installing the chainplates is polishing. It is a tedious and time consuming job but it is a worth while long term investment to prevent corrosion on the rig's most vulnerable members.

Sep 13, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:02:12

Atticus Update 74: Mast Tampon

Introducing the Mast Tampon! In order to keep the wires in our mast from hitting the inner walls and making an obnoxious clanking sound when the boat rolls, we shoved foam into the mast at 5 foot intervals. Check out the process.

Sep 12, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:02:29

Atticus Update 73: Wooden Cutting Board

Check out the new custom made cutting board! Hand crafted by Jordan's father, it's going to be a huge space saver for our small galley. (The Red-looking wood is padauk, an exotic wood from Africa)

Sep 12, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:02:59

Atticus Update 72: Manatees on our Way to Work

On our way to work this morning we came across some trouble makers!

Sep 11, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:01:02

Atticus Update 70: How We Make Money to Sponsor or Dream to Sail Around the World

How can we afford to refit our sailboat for circumnavigation without high paying, steady careers? We make our money working tourist charters in the keys. Check out our office!

Sep 10, 2015
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:01:42

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