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Hammock Gifts
110 items
The world’s best handmade gifts Every piece has a story
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Tropical Nature, Brazilian Cotton Hammock with Crocheted Fringe (Single)
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$206.99 Wholesale$206.99 -
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Loreto, Mexican Multicolor Cotton Maya Hammock
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$149.99 Wholesale$149.99 -
Comfort Weave, Handwoven Double Cotton Hammock from Brazil
Hammock Artisans of Paraiba
$382.49 Wholesale$382.49 -
Caribbean Dream, Handcrafted Rope Hammock (Single)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Teal Haven, Handwoven Teal Hammock from Mexico (Single)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$99.99 Wholesale$99.99 -
Tropical Red, Red Hand Woven Cotton Hammock with Spreader Bar (Single)
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$319.99 Wholesale$319.99 -
Ocean Waves, Mayan Rope Style Double Nylon Handmade Hammock Mexico
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$114.99 Wholesale$114.99 -
Sweet Siesta, Hand Woven Cotton Rope Mayan Hammock Swing from Mexico
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$189.99 Wholesale$189.99 -
Sea Breeze, Double Mayan Rope Style Nylon Hammock Handmade in Mexico
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$134.99 Wholesale$134.99 -
Blue Caribbean, Collectible Striped Mayan Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$119.99 Wholesale$119.99 -
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Mirage in Orange, Orange Macrame Style Cotton Hammock from Mexico (Triple)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$249.99 Wholesale$249.99 -
Caribbean Blue Cascade, Fringed Teal Hammock from Mexico (Triple)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$239.99 Wholesale$239.99 -
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Green Vineyard, Collectible Striped Mayan Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$114.99 Wholesale$114.99 -
Caribbean Mambo, Handcrafted Mayan Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$119.99 Wholesale$119.99 -
Afternoon Breeze, Hand Crafted Blue Striped Nylon Rope Single Hammock
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$124.99 Wholesale$124.99 -
Copper Filigree, Handcrafted Solid Mayan Hammock from Mexico (Triple)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$249.99 Wholesale$249.99 -
Wine Cascade, Cotton Rope Hammock in Wine (Triple) from Mexico
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$239.99 Wholesale$239.99 -
Uxmal Peacock, Teal Cotton Rope Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$114.99 Wholesale$114.99 -
Veranda in Bordeaux, Burgundy Tasseled Cotton Hammock (Triple) from Mexico
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$219.99 Wholesale$219.99 -
Colors of Mexico, Cotton Striped Rope Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$154.99 Wholesale$154.99 -
Veranda in Orange, Orange Tasseled Cotton Hammock (Single) From Mexico
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$209.99 Wholesale$209.99 -
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Subdued Stripes, Striped Cotton Double Hammock Crafted in Brazil
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$105.99 Wholesale$105.99 -
Uxmal Mulberry, Hand Woven Cotton Rope Hammock (Single)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$87.99 Wholesale$87.99 -
Tropical Day, Cotton Striped Fabric Hammock (Double)
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$98.99 Wholesale$98.99 -
Grey Cascade, Grey Cotton Hammock Swing Chair from Mexico (Single)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$189.99 Wholesale$189.99 -
Yucatan Feast, Multicolor Hand Woven Cotton Hammock Double Size
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$134.99 Wholesale$134.99 -
Uxmal Black, Hand Woven Black Cotton Rope Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$87.99 Wholesale$87.99 -
Jungle Rainbow, Single Multicolored Striped Cotton Hammock Swing from Brazil
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$179.99 Wholesale$179.99 -
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Festive Brazil, Artisan Crafted Cotton Striped Hammock (Double)
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$292.55 Wholesale$292.55 -
Solitary Pleasure, Handwoven Striped Single Cotton Hammock from Brazil
Hammock Artisans of Paraiba
$232.49 Wholesale$232.49 -
Rainbow Seascape, Hand Made Patterned Blue and Bright Mayan Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$114.99 Wholesale$114.99 -
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Sapphire Swing, Sapphire Cotton Single Hammock with Colorful Stripes
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$96.59 Wholesale$96.59 -
Tropical Yellow, Handwoven Maize Yellow Cotton Hammock from Brazil (Double)
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$197.99 Wholesale$197.99 -
Radiant Sun, Hand Woven Orange Cotton Double Size Hammock
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$119.99 Wholesale$119.99 -
Bali Relaxation, Hand-Knotted Cotton Rope Hammock from Bali (Single)
Elis Mufarroha
$209.99 Wholesale$209.99 -
Caribbean Dream, Striped Rope Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$139.99 Wholesale$139.99 -
Dreaming of Rainbows, Unique Striped Mayan Hammock (Single)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$94.99 Wholesale$94.99 -
Scarlet Samba, Brazilian Cotton Hammock (Double)
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$277.99 Wholesale$277.99 -
Tropical Yellow, Cotton Hammock with Crocheted Fringe Spreader Bar (Single)
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$338.55 Wholesale$338.55 -
Summer Shade, Brazilian Cotton Double Hammock in Tropical Tones
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$134.99 Wholesale$134.99 -
Uxmal Mulberry, Maya Style Cotton Rope Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$117.99 Wholesale$117.99 -
Uxmal Ocher, Artisan Crafted Ocher Rope Hammock (Triple)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$139.99 Wholesale$139.99 -
Cool Maya, Hand Crafted Cotton Blend Mayan Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$159.99 Wholesale$159.99 -
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Ocean Dream, Blue Cotton Mayan Hammock Swing from Mexico (Single)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$284.99 Wholesale$284.99 -
Sunset Siesta in Teal, Teal Cotton Rope Hammock (Double) from Mexico
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$157.99 Wholesale$157.99 -
Navy Blue Cascade, Fringed Navy Blue Cotton Hammock from Mexico (Triple)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$239.99 Wholesale$239.99 -
Atlantis, Hand Made Striped Mayan Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
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Mirage in Grey, All Cotton Rope Hammock in Grey (Triple)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$219.99 Wholesale$219.99 -
Beach Chess, Brazilian Checkerboard Pattern Cotton Single Hammock
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$104.99 Wholesale$104.99 -
Salvador Sun, Yellow Cotton Swing Hammock from Brazil
Hammock Artisans of Ceará
$143.99 Wholesale$143.99 -
Deserted Beach, Unique Mexican Ivory Cotton Swing Hammock
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
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Uxmal Olive, Hand Crafted Olive Cotton Rope Hammock (Single)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$87.99 Wholesale$87.99 -
Sansevieria, Hand Woven Natural Fiber Beige Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$359.99 Wholesale$359.99 -
Caribbean Beach, Hand Crafted Ivory Nylon Maya Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$199.99 Wholesale$199.99 -
Uxmal Night, Handmade Black Cotton Hammock (Double)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
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Sunset Siesta, Flame Orange Cotton Rope Hammock (Triple) from Mexico
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$139.99 Wholesale$139.99 -
Olive Cascade, Fringed Olive Green Cotton Rope Double Hammock Mexico
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$209.99 Wholesale$209.99 -
Ivory Cascade, Hand Woven Ivory Rope Hammock (Triple)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$239.99 Wholesale$239.99 -
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Cascade in Olive, Fringed Olive Rope Hammock (Triple)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$239.99 Wholesale$239.99 -
Maya Memories in Olive, Macrame-Accented Cotton Hammock (Triple)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$219.99 Wholesale$219.99 -
Uxmal Grey, Handmade Cotton Hammock in Grey (Triple)
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$139.99 Wholesale$139.99 -
Orange Cascade, Orange Fringed Cotton Rope Hammock (Triple) from Mexico
Maya Artists of the Yucatan
$239.99 Wholesale$239.99
The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts
While occasional exposure to water will not damage a hammock, excessive contact can lead to mold and mildew. Nylon hammocks are more weather-resistant than cotton hammocks; and hammocks with wooden stretcher bars may suffer damage from moisture to the wood bars if left outdoors. Most important for hammock care is ensuring that a hammock is properly dried after getting wet. For hammocks without spreader bars, it is useful to place a stick or broom across the width of the hammock to hold it open and ensure proper drying.
On the contrary! Hammocks that have been properly set up can reduce pressure on your spine and minimize tossing and turning that often leads to back problems. Furthermore, the gentle rocking associated with hammocks can activate your vestibular system and enhance relaxation. Those with pre-existing back problems should always consult a physician before engaging in any activity that causes discomfort.
Hammocks can be hung from trees, posts, walls, or hammock stands. Healthy trees (12"/ 31cm diameter or larger) can support hammocks with the use of eyebolts. If you do not have access to healthy trees or simply want an alternative, well-footed posts (4 x 4 or greater) are one option. The timber should be weather-treated hardwood (not soft wood), without cracks or wood rot. Secure walls (not hollow) or secure joists are other alternatives.
Hammocks that have not been properly set up can harm or kill trees. A hammock should never be secured to a sapling or a tree that cannot accommodate a persons weight. Tree damage primarily occurs when a hammock has been tied to a tree using cord or rope, which destroys the trees bark and subsequently exposes it to infection, insects, and environmental stressors. While eyebolts drill directly into the tree, they do not leave exposed openings in the bark because they are filled with the eye-hook. Often a tree will even produce sap around the hole to further seal any gap between the hardware and the surrounding bark.It is possible to purchase tree straps that can be used to suspend a hammock from trees without doing the trees any harm. Such straps can be found at hammock stores and many sporting goods stores.
It is important to read all care instructions for your specific hammock. Some hammocks can be machine washed in cold water with mild detergent. Simply remove spreader bars, shake excess dirt and debris from the hammock, and tie end strings. Place the hammock in a pillowcase to minimize damage to the fabric. To hand wash, place it in a bathtub with cold water and mild detergent. Scrub and rinse until refilled bath water runs clean. For hammocks without removable spreader bars, lay the hammock on a flat surface and use a low-pressure hose and mild detergent. Always hang your clean hammock to thoroughly air dry before re-using or storing.
Single hammocks are intended for use by one adult only, with a maximum weight capacity of 250-300 lbs. Double hammocks can be used by up to 2 adults, with a maximum total weight capacity of 450 lbs. And triple hammocks can be safely used by up to 3 adults, with a maximum total weight of 550 lbs.
Hammocks provide a fun and relaxing experience for children, but they should only use them when supervised by an adult. Children can become entangled in hammock strings or ropes, resulting in injuries that can be severe, such as strangulation. Additionally, hammocks can sometimes be unsteady and children may not have the balance or coordination to enter or exit the hammock without falling. To prevent these potential problems from occurring, it is imperative that children be attended to at all times while using a hammock.
While today, hammocks are used for relaxation and leisure, 1,000 years ago, they served a different function. Ancient Mayans are believed to have originally used them as protective beds. Hammocks elevated early users from the ground, where poisonous snakes and insects were a threat. They kept sleepers cool in warm climates and were easy to transport and set up. It is rumored that when Christopher Columbus glimpsed the benefits of the hammock to the Taino people of the Bahamas, he capitalized on the opportunity and brought them back to Europe.
Hammocks can be made from a variety of materials. The most traditional is cotton, which is lightweight, comfortable, and easily transportable. Rope (both cotton and polyester) is also a popular material for hammocks. Typically, they use spreader bars, which make them breathable in warm climates. Some hammocks are made of nylon, which is very lightweight and resistant to outdoor elements, such as mildew and mold.
Featured Reviews
Dennis
Sep 1, 2017
Just perfect
arrived faster than expected in perfect condition, sooo comfortable, easy to use, just hang it up and get in. Cool and comfortable.
Charles
Apr 13, 2020
caribbean mambo double
this is the most uncomfortable hammock I have ever laid in. It's like lying on a plank and does not give
Brightens up the room
These are beautiful hammocks. (I bought three, one for each of my kids.) They really brighten up the room. The kids love them. Everyone who's seen them loves them. They come with S hooks but you will need to buy swing hooks yourself. The rope also has a short leather protective sleeve for where it comes in contact with the S hook. They're durable. They've withstood lots of swinging and acrobatic stunts.
Featured Artist
Maya Artists of the Yucatan Hand-crafted Mayan hammocks
The Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother.
Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the... read more
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