Make Your Own Offshore Sails and Save Thousands

The author has crossed oceans on sails he built in his living room—here's the step-by-step process, from choosing a sewing machine to fitting the last grommet.

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One of the most satisfying experiences I have had is looking up at the sails and knowing I created what is powering my boat from some bits of cloth. With a specialized sewing machine, sail kit and basic materials, you can make your own sails as well.

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Roland Stockham got his start sailing Olympic-class 470s and Finns in his native England. He started his journey as a voyager crewing for yacht owners sailing to Europe because he was handy at diesel repair. His first cruising boat was a 26-ft. Folkboat with no engine. He lives in British Columbia and sails a 35-ft. Colin Archer design. He is a Royal Yachting Association certified Yacht Master and is qualified to make trans-oceanic deliveries.