Don't buy folding canvas chairs to take to the woods or the to the ballgame this summer—build your own instead. With a little canvas, rope, and oak, you can craft this cheap, compact, and sturdy folding seat. Perfect for your survival kit!
1.) Cut and Drill
Cut 1-inch-square oak into three 24-inch pieces to create the stool's legs. Drill 11/32-inch-diameter holes in each leg at the points shown at right, then bore one 5/16-inch-diameter hole in each leg ¾ inch from the top.
2.) Bolt the Legs
Align the 11/32-inch hole in leg A with the middle hole in leg B. Match the lower hole in leg B with the hole in leg C. Insert two 5/16-inch-diameter, 2½-inch-long bolts in the aligned holes. Add washers and nuts and tighten.
3.) Stitch a Seat
Make the seat by cutting an equilateral triangle with 12-inch sides out of heavy fabric, such as canvas. Hem the edges to prevent fraying. Fold the corners under so that the long sides measure 8 inches. Sew down the overlapping folded flaps with strong polyester thread, making three sleeves.
4.) Spread and Thread
Push out legs to form a tripod. Each leg will bear upon another at 90 degrees, adding strength and rigidity to the structure. Holding the fabric seat in place, thread a ¼-inch-diameter nylon cord about 42 inches long through the upper holes and the sleeves in the fabric. Pull taut and tie off the ends with a square knot. Cut off any excess cord.
5.) Take a Load Off
Lower yourself onto the seat, steadying yourself for safety. When you're fully seated, you'll know the project is a success.
source: Popular Mechanics
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