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Hammock Pleasures-The Perfect Summer Drink

2009-07-28T11:53:00.001-07:00

On these hot summer days there is nothing better than relaxing in your hammock with a cold, refreshing beverage in your hand. Check out these quick drink ideas for making your afternoons wonderfully comfortable.

Berry Lemonade
1. Prepare your favorite lemonade mix, or if you prefer, make fresh lemonade from scratch.
2. Add 1 ½ cups of your favorite berries to the lemonade.
3. Pour into blender, mix until smooth. Add ice if desired for a slushy lemonade drink.
4. Garnish with a few berries on top.
5. Kick your feet up in your beautiful hammock and enjoy.

Watermelon Slush
1. Place ice cubes in blender to crush the ice.
2. Add 3 cups of watermelon. Add other berries or fruit, if desired, for variety.
3. Sweeten with sugar, honey, or your favorite sugar substitute (example: Splenda to cut back on calories).
4. Serve immediately while relaxing in your hammock.

Fresh Berry Iced Tea
1. Prepare sun tea. Use a large clear container (preferably glass), fill with water, add tea bag (1 bag for lighter tea and 2 bags for stronger tea), and set out in sun to brew. Keep an eye on it; try not to over brew the tea.
2. Chill the tea.
3. Add your favorite berries (raspberries, strawberries, etc.) and tea to a blender. Blend until smooth.
4. Serve over ice. Watch the sunset from your hammock with your refreshing iced tea.

Making cool, refreshing beverages for those hot summer days is fun and easy. Use your imagination to create something your taste buds will love. Enjoy the summer from your hammock with a tasty drink in your hand.

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Expensive Hammocks

2009-07-02T09:56:00.000-07:00

You might have visited www.ilovemyhammock.com or seen our products on Ebay. You might be thinking, "I can find a hammock cheaper somewhere else." Believe me, I look at the prices of some hammocks on Ebay, and think, "I can't beat that." However, a hammock that costs $30-$50 will perform and last as long as a $30-$50 hammock. The hammocks that we offer our customers are quality, hand-crafted hammocks made by Hammaka, Kingcord, and Outback Chair Company.

Before you buy a hammock, think about why you want or need one. Also think about the amount of use that you want to get out of your hammock. When you answer these questions for yourself, you'll realize that you will need to make an investment in a quality hammock. If you care for your hammock your investment will last for years to come. Visit www.ilovemyhammock.com and check out the beautiful hammocks we offer.

Product Update-Hammaka Brand Hammock Chair

2009-06-28T10:02:00.000-07:00

Hammaka Hammock and Cradle Chairs have taken over the hanging chair market. Hammaka makes quality hammock chairs that provide comfort, convenience, and affordability. Hammaka's chairs offer a zero-gravity design through its easy hanging installation. The hammock chair is easy to move and carry along for days at the river or lake and on a family camping trip. Hammaka also offers several styles of stands to accommodate their hammock chairs and ensure the consumer with the ultimate hammock chair experience.

Hammaka's Hammock Chairs are very popular. Ilovemyhammock.com is currently out of stock on several of Hammaka's models (back in stock in September). The Hammaka Nami Chair is still available. The Nami Chair offers elegant design, top quality construction, indoor and outdoor use, easy installation, and weather-resistant material. Stand are also available for the Nami Chair.

Monsoon Rain and Your Hammock

2009-06-27T10:28:00.000-07:00

Monsoon Weather is coming in the state of Arizona. Many other states across the United States deal with inclement weather. Regardless of the type of weather you are confronted with in your area, your hammock needs to be protected. Most hammocks are not cheap, and it would be a shame to allow the downpour of the monsoons or the beating heat of the sunny days to take a toll on your investment. Most hammocks have some type of weather resistant material, but if left out in the elements long enough the protective material won’t matter. Your hammock needs to be cared for to ensure that it will last for years to come.

1. Start by taking your hammock down if your will not be using it for an extended period of time. This will ensure that if there is weather coming, your hammock will be cared for. Put it in a convenient location so that it is easy to put back up when you want to relax.

2. If you have a covered porch or a deck where you can hang your hammock it won’t need to be taken down as often. It will be protected there and will only need to be taken down in the worst of the weather or at the end of the hammock season (when winter sets in). At the end of the season, be sure to clean your hammock (make sure it dries thoroughly) and store it in a clean dry place.

3. Don’t be afraid, your hammock can mingle with rain or sun without damage, but the more you protect it the longer it will last. Much like many other possessions, your hammock won’t want to spend 365 days per year hanging in your backyard. If constantly exposed to the elements it will possibly fray, and will certainly color fade.

If you take care of your hammock, your hammock will take care of you for many years to come.

Welcome to Ilovemyhammock

2009-06-25T10:05:00.000-07:00

Welcome to Ilovemyhammock.com's first blog post. This area will be used to hear feedback from customers, friends, and fellow hammock enthusiasts. We will be using this area to post important product information and updates, as well as share interesting facts and tips to help you in your quest for relaxation. We would like to hear from anyone out there with tips or stories of their travels or experiences in their hammock. We are looking forward to providing our friends with important information regarding their hammocks and sharing our experiences in our hammocks or hammock chairs.