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13 Draft Stopper Door Stop Patterns To Crochet

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As winter approaches and the temperatures begin to drop, keeping your home warm and cozy becomes a priority. One often overlooked but highly effective method to conserve heat and reduce energy bills is using draft stoppers and draft excluders. These handy tools help prevent cold air from seeping through the gaps beneath doors and windows, maintaining a comfortable indoor temperature.

Understanding the Difference: Door Stops vs. Draft Excluders

Before diving into our curated list of crochet patterns, it’s important to understand the difference between a door stop and a draft excluder, Yes there IS a difference. 

  • Door Stops: These are designed to hold doors open or closed and are typically weighted objects placed at the base of a door to keep it stationary.
  • Draft Excluders: Also known as draft stoppers or draught excluders, these are long, cylindrical cushions placed at the bottom of doors or windows to block drafts. Unlike door stops, their primary function is to prevent cold air from entering and warm air from escaping, thereby insulating your space.

The Value of a good Draft Stopper and why your Grandma probably used them.

Draft stoppers are incredibly valuable in the winter months. Blocking the cold drafts helps retain heat within a room, which can significantly reduce heating costs. According to energy efficiency experts, a well-placed draft stopper can save up to 30% on heating bills by preventing heat loss. This makes them not only a cozy addition to your home but also an environmentally friendly choice. See Grandma was on to something. 

How Much Heat Can a Draft Stopper Actually Retain? Try one and see the difference! Every cent counts when saving the pennies it costs to run heat right? 

The amount of heat a draft stopper can retain depends on various factors, including the size of the gap it’s blocking and the material used. However, even a basic draft stopper can make a noticeable difference. By reducing drafts, these simple tools help maintain a stable indoor temperature, making your heating system more efficient. This leads to a warmer home, less strain on your heating system, and lower energy consumption.

Draft Stopper Stretched Cat 

Cat Draft Stopper

Dog Draft Stopper pattern 

Ziggy The Gnome Draft Stopper – Crochet 

Christmas pop corn Draft Stopper 

Halloween Witch Draft Stop Door Stop 

Draft Stopper Caterpillar 

Scrap Yarn Draft Dodger Blocker | EASY | The Crochet Crowd

Free Crochet Pattern: Draft Dodger | KNITS FOR LIFE 

How to Crochet a Chunky Bobble Draft Blocker – Free Pattern

Crochet Door Draft Dodger – Dearest Debi Patterns 

Draft Excluder Pattern 

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Colorful Maker Hat Crochet Pattern Review

If you are in the mood for a quick crochet hat with a lot of personality, the Colorful Maker Hat from Lion Brand is a fun one to look at. It is described as a cozy statement piece with a bold colourful design, and Lion Brand says it is suitable for makers of all abilities thanks to the easy-to-follow pattern and included colour chart.

This pattern is rated Level 2 Easy (Beginner+), so it feels like a nice choice for confident beginners who are ready to try simple colour changes without diving into anything too fussy. Lion Brand also notes that it is made with super bulky Hometown yarn, which means it should work up fast and give you that lovely chunky finish that always feels extra cozy in cooler weather.

I think that is probably the biggest selling point here. This looks like the kind of project you can actually finish in a short burst of crochet time, and we all know those are the projects that save us when the yarn basket is already overflowing with half-started “I’ll get back to it” plans. Lion Brand says the hat can be finished in just a few hours, which makes it a nice option for gift-making too.

The finished hat measures about 20 inches in circumference and 12 inches high, so it looks like a comfortable, slouchy winter accessory rather than a tiny fitted beanie. The gauge is listed as 7 single crochet and 9 rows over 4 inches, which also gives you a good idea of how quickly this chunky yarn project should move along.

What I like most is that it feels cheerful without being overcomplicated. The colourwork gives it that handmade “look what I made” energy, but the pattern still sounds approachable. If you love easy crochet accessories with a bold finish, this one feels like a good pick. Lion Brand even suggests pairing it with the Maker Legwarmers if you want a matching set.

My overall take? This is a cute, practical pattern for anyone who enjoys easy crochet hat patterns, quick super bulky crochet projects, or colourful accessories that stand out a bit from the usual winter basics. It looks beginner-friendly, fast, and fun, which is a pretty nice combination in my book. That last bit is my opinion based on the pattern details provided by Lion Brand.