There are many ways to do it. But I also wouldn't use the 550 cord. Go to a climbing store and get 4mm or 5mm static line. For the straps, use polyester or polypropylene, not nylon. You want the minimum amount of stretch in your suspension system. Go to hammock forums for all the many ways to skin this cat.
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