Draft dodger

A draft stopper, also known as a draft blocker, must be heavy enough to stay put in front of a door to prevent drafty, cold air from entering the home from outside.

Everything seems more difficult when Old Man Winter comes calling. Even everyday activities become major hassles when you have to scrape an iced-over windshield or brave the swirling snow merely to get to work or run a simple errand. Well, you don't have to put up with chattering teeth, bare feet on chilly floors, and sky-high heating bills, no matter how frigid it is outside. Just try a few of our home heat hacks to stay toasty warm and conquer those cold-weather woes.

Winter weather can be extremely chilly. If you have ever lived in a house where the winter winds and cold seep into your space through under the door, you know how frustrating it can be to keep your space warm and toasty. That is why we asked Remona Gopaul from the Stitching Scientist to show us how to make a door draft stopper. These simple sewing projects are a fantastic way to keep the cold out and the heat in. Bulky, long, and pressed right against the door crack, these ingenious door…

How to sew a simple draft dodger to keep cold winter drafts out of doors and windows

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Snuggle this sew-easy draft stopper close to a threshold to stop the winter chill from entering your house. When not in use, hang it from the doorknob with the added loop. For a cozier winter, make a draft dodger for every entry door in your home. They also make wonderful holiday gifts.

Keep out the winter chill with this colorful pom pom draft stopper. Step by step photo tutorial. | In My Own Style

When temperatures start to drop, a draft excluder for your doors can make your house feel warmer and cosier. If you’ve always wanted to learn how to crochet, follow our series of Crochet...

As the weather turns colder, drafts creeping in under doors and windowsills can really add to your heating bills. A draft dodger or draft snake helps seal out drafts and is an easy DIY project. Read on to find out how to make one for your home.