Save Energy With Fabric This Winter

Energy costs are rising and many families are noticing their bills are reaching limits they just can't afford. Fortunately, fabric allows you several options to save energy this winter. The following options are a couple ideas that really work well and will certainly help you cut down on energy costs. Of course, if you are creative you can probably come up with many more ideas, too. Just start thinking and see what you come up with!

Door Snakes

One of the best ways to save energy this fall and winter is by making door snakes. You may have seen these in the stores or at other people's houses. They are simply long snake like items that are placed in front of the door. They keep the warm air from going out and the cool air from coming in. It is amazing how much energy is lost around windows and doors and by making a simple door snake you can save a lot of money. They are easy to make, too, and are really just a long, round, skinny pillow! You can stuff them with regular stuffing, or a mixture of stuffing and rice or beans. It is a good idea to add a little weight to them so they stay put. Use them religiously and you will certainly see results.

Curtains

Many people don't have curtains these days. However, if you make some curtains with beautiful fabric not only will you accent your home and really pull a room together, but you can also save a great deal of energy. Lots of hot air, or even cold air, escapes from your windows and the cracks around them. If you don't have curtains then you are not protecting your home from energy loss. Curtains can be expensive, but you can save a lot of money by making them yourself. Simply buy heavy-duty fabric that will look good for a long time. Find a pattern you like and then start sewing. You will be impressed with the curtains as well as how beautiful they look in your home.

Blankets

Finally, you can buy fabric and make more blankets for your home. Make throws for your living room and make heavier duty blankets or quilts for beds. Turn the thermostat back and save money on energy while staying warm!

These are just a few ideas to help you stay warm this winter while saving money on energy costs. Feel free to get creative and come up with other ways to stay warm and save money.

This article is written by Semie Lee and brought to you by Designer Home Fabrics, a discount designer drapery online fabric store, where you can easily and securely buy discount fabrics online.