Door Stop Tutorial
I will show you how to make this DIY door stopper with a step by step tutorial.
I’ve had this little DIY sewing project my to do list forever so it seemed like the perfect time to tackle it.
I’ll show you how I made this cute homespun fabric door stop!
This project is a great way to use leftover fabric as you don’t need much of it. Luckily I had some from my office bulletin board.
Let me show you how easy it is even for someone who doesn’t like to sew (like me!)
I love linen or burlap door stops. They are practical, versatile and pretty.
I’ve had this door stop for a couple of years that I purchased at local store. I’ve also seen some boxier ones on Etsy that I thought would be pretty easy to make. This is the best door stopper tutorial in my opinion 🙂
SUPPLIES:
- 2 pieces of fabric cut 6 x 6″ (top and bottom)
- 4 pieces of fabric cut 6 x 8″ (sides)
- ribbon or burlap 6 1/2″ long (handle)
- scissors
- sewing machine
- dry beans/lentils
- cotton batting for stuffing
TUTORIAL:
1. Sew the four pieces of fabric together (sewing along the long sides) with fabric facing in to form a cube.
2. Keeping the cube inside out, sew one of the square pieces to the bottom with the right side facing in. This can be a bit tricky so go slow.
3. Sew your burlap handle onto the top of the final square piece. Then repeat Step 2 sewing three sides but sew the final side only half way. Turn the cube inside right.
4. Put a little bit of cotton batting inside the cube then pour dry beans or lentils in. I used one bag so it was two-thirds full. Then stuff more cotton batting in until it’s a bit firm.
5. Hand stitch the last bit of edge and you are done!
I love how it turned out! Style and function combined! Have I inspired you to make your own?
That turned out great! I love the idea of a fabric door stop. Beautifully done 🙂
Thanks so much, Cassie!
Hugs, Jamie
Oh – I have been needing to make some of these – perfect. Thanks so much for the inspiration.
You’re so welcome 😉
Hugs, Jamie
Thank you so much for writing this tutorial. I just finished making one for my baby’s room. I am so pleased with how it came out. It didn’t take much time at all either. Thank you!
Oh ya! So glad it was helpful to you. Sorry for my late response. I must have missed your comment.
Hugs, Jamie
Thank you for sharing this. Just love How it looks.
Thanks so much, Christiane!
Hugs, Jamie
Thank you Jamie for such a great idea for a door stop. Also for your well written tutorial. I’m always looking for clever practical new gifts that I can make my family members for Christmas. They all look forward to see what I will make for them each year.
Best wishes,
Linda
I love this idea! Do you know how many ounces of batting you used (approximately)?