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why is synthetic fill so popular for DIY warm weather quilts?
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May 9, 2011 at 1:35 pm #1734607
I received my ThaiSilks order today! I didn't get the actual dimensions but the weight for 5 yds of 4.5mm silk was 4.5 oz. That works out to 0.6 oz or 17g per square yard. I'll get more precise measurements later on. Shipping was calculated at over $7 but they only charged $2.43. The coupon code worked so the total was $24.18 shipped. I'll check out Dharma Trading I order again.
May 9, 2011 at 3:50 pm #1734678Or you could buy the rectangular, synthetic fill, full length zip Eddie Bauer 50 degree bag that can be unzipped & used as a quilt, mated to to another for sharing, or used like a sleeping bag. Weight is 16 oz. Cost $22. I know it's not DIY, but it sure is cheap & easy!
May 9, 2011 at 8:06 pm #1734821>Or you could buy the rectangular, synthetic fill, full length zip Eddie Bauer 50 degree bag that can be unzipped & used as a quilt, mated to to another for sharing, or used like a sleeping bag. Weight is 16 oz. Cost $22. I know it's not DIY, but it sure is cheap & easy!<
Likely you get what you pay for;^)
-Mark
May 9, 2011 at 8:42 pm #1734830I'd have to agree with the Mark on getting what you pay for. Seeing as many other 40-50F cheap synth bags weight 3lbs and can cost up to $50, I'd question the EB bag.
This is before I even take into account the fact that most companies grossly exaggerate temperatures of their lower end gear…
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