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We bought a REX over a SAILRITE. Did we choose well? (Sailing SV Sarean) EP. 27
Our old 1950's sewing machine was a monster who loved eating anything you put under its foot. It was time to swap it out for something much more practical - so after much research and pondering we took a gamble - and bought a REX. The REX is a copy of the famous SAILRITE - and it had received...
Life is Like Sailing – DIY – Canvas Dodger Repair
In this episode I get some help replacing all the Strata Glass window for my dodger. Don't forget to THUMBS UP, SHARE and SUBSCRIBE if you enjoyed this episode. Now you can bring LIFE IS LIKE SAILING artwork and photos into your home! Check out the links below! Patreon page link: ...
That Feeling When you Can’t Find Your Sailboat… |S02E11
We Dragged Anchor!! We made it to Isla Mujeres, Mexico after cruising Cuba for a couple of weeks. We were so excited to get to a grocery store, provision, and enjoy a more comfortable cruising spot. But then... disaster strikes, and we drag anchor while ashore! Atticus goes for a solo joy ride int...
DIY Sail Making, Dropping the Keel and Refit Before Going Offshore | EP 07
On this episode, we purchase a Sailrite Ultrafeed Z1 sewing machine and sailkit in order to make our own main sail. SV Blackdragon goes on the hard for 8 WEEKS (GAHHHH OMGGGG) where we complete a big refit and dropping the keel before we head offshore. PLEASE HELP US KEEP AFLOAT VIA PATREON: pat...
Should you buy a Sailrite Sewing Machine? Ep.42
This week we do a comparative review of the our new Sailrite sewing machine and the old workhorse Janome. For those of you considering whether or not you need one, we hope we answer some important questions about the suitability for boats. Thanks so much for watching! Please subscribe, leave a com...
Sailrite assembly fail! Cockpit tent success! Ep.41
After last week's efforts to make the cockpit cushions, we finally gave into the inevitable and bought a Sailrite sewing machine! Nick drops a few f-bombs trying to assemble it (standard!) and once he finally gets it all in working order, he is able to make our new cockpit tent! Spoiler alert: ...
Our cockpit is getting a big makeover! (Sailing Ruby Rose) Ep. 40
This week we start the big project of making over our cockpit! We get a huge order from Sailrite and Nick starts the process by making some truly impressive box cushions for the cockpit. As always, thanks so much for watching! Please subscribe, leave a comment and give a thumbs up. Merchandise: ...
Just About Sailing December 1 2017 – fitting a ‘new’ sprayhood not made for my boat, Pt 2
So here we go. Part 2 of this mini-series. The next step is to get the stainless steel bows made up, and try and get the frame and acrylic canvas to fit each other. A couple of links. The value for money tool for punching holes in the canvas was from: And for those who would rather do this job pr...
Fun With Sacrificial Sail Covers (MJ Sailing – EP 38)
We should know by now that some jobs are easier and cheaper in the long run, just to hire out. I wish I knew that about our sacrificial sail cover. The area of Sunbrella which runs along the foot and leach of our head sails are getting switched out from Pacific Blue, to Cadet Gray so they blend in ...
Life is Like Sailing – Headsail Maintenance
A quick look at annual maintenance for my sails. Don't forget to THUMBS UP, SHARE and SUBSCRIBE if you enjoyed this episode. Now you can bring LIFE IS LIKE SAILING artwork and photos into your home! Check out the links below! Patreon page link:
Building Our Own Custom Stack Pack (MJ Sailing – EP 26)
There's nothing for me to sand or paint right now, so it must be time to sew! Two big items we need done before leaving the marina are making a new mainsail cover and an awning for the cockpit. Tackling the hardest one first, I went with the sail cover. Since we were starting from scratch an...
Why We Sail–“Sewing Machines Comparison”
Sewing canvas is an ancient nautical craft. Who hasn't considered learning it? Three machines compared: Sailrite LSZ-1, Singer 237 and 15-91.
21. Moisture Readings, Electrical, and Headliner Testing – Sailing Vessel Somnium
Our good friend comes out to take some moisture reading on our bulkheads, since we determined that the boat had flooded in the past. We also install a conduit, clean up some electrical, and do some testing with some foam-backed vinyl headliner from Sailrite. Below is a link to our wiring diagram: ...
Life is Like Sailing – Building a Sailrite Asymmetrical Spinnaker Kit
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13. We Sew a Sail – Sailing Vessel Somnium
We sew a brand new genoa for our boat from a Sailrite kit. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Not-A-Broker Consulting: Facebook: Instagram: ------------------------------------------...
11. Who Wants Carpet in a Boat? – Sailing Vessel Somnium
I rip out some of the old carpet headliner in our O'day 272 while waiting for our rudder to arrive in the mail. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Not-A-Broker Consulting: Facebook:...
Atticus Update 98: We made a sunshade!
Hi guys! It has been a while since our last post so I wanted to just give you all a quick update and show off my new sunshade! I made it using Julie Gifford's design in her book "Canvas for Cruisers"
Atticus Update 86: Sail Loft and Canvas Shop Tour
Just a quick sneak peak into the sail loft at which Desiree has been apprenticing.
Atticus Update 85: PTFE lifetime thread skipped stitches blues
These rainy days have given us a little extra time for Atticus recently, which has been great as we've switched gears to working full time in order to meet our financial goals to finish up this refit! Desiree talks about using PTFE lifetime thread for the first time on phifertex and asks for ad...
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 indication of how firm the foam feels to the to...
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 :)
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!
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.