| Item | Quantity | Unit Cost | Extended Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunbrella, Erin Green, 46" wide | 10 yd | 16.95 | 169.50 |
| DuraSkrim | 10 yd | 2.95 | 29.50 |
| Binding tape, 3/4", Erin Green | 80 ft | 0.50 | 40.00 |
| Zipper, #10, 48" | 6 | 7.50 | 45.00 |
| Zipper, #10, 60" | 4 | 8.70 | 34.80 |
| Zipper Pull, #10 | 10 | 1.70 | 17.00 |
| Zipper Stop, Stainless | 2 packs of 10 | 2.50 | 5.00 |
| Common Sense fastener, male | 50 | 0.60 | 30.00 |
| Common Sense fastener, eyelet | 17 | 0.195 | 3.32 |
| Rivet | 100 | 0.15 | 15.00 |
| Seam Stick, 3/8" | 1 | 8.95 | 8.95 |
| Seam Stick, 1/4" | 1 | 6.95 | 6.95 |
| TOTAL | $405.02 | ||
I also bought some tools that, tho they were used in this project, will be used again in future projects. I don't know if these should be charged against this project or not (you decide), but you should definitely have these tools to do the work:
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Rivet Setting Tool Kit | 89.00 |
| Common Sense Eyelet Hole Punch | 69.50 |
I did not include the cost of the thread because I bought a large spool years ago and have been using it since. You definitely want the Teflon Tenara thread or equivalent - it will outlast your boat. Don't settle for polyester thread.
And finally, you need a heavy-duty sewing machine to handle this. I heartily recommend the Sailrite LS-1 or LSZ-1 (zig zag - if you intend to sew sails). They are expensive and worth it. We got ours used for less than half the new cost.
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