Previous page How did we get our start? The first Pawleys Island rope hammock was handcrafted by South Carolina riverboat captain Joshua John Ward in 1889 remains the heart of our brand even now. We've seen countless knockoffs of the design through the years, yet there's only ever been one Original. What makes our products unique? Our promise to you remains the same today as it has been for more than 130 years now: craftsmanship, quality and tradition woven together in a slice of that relaxed live-oak lifestyle of the old coastal South, right there in your own back yard. Why do we love what we do? It's fundamental to us that our customers are able to trust us to support them and the ones they love in exceptional comfort, style and safety. Shop Hammocks Shop Swings Shop Stands Shop Hammock Pillows Shop Patio Furniture Next page