What Are KOOZIES® Used For?
KOOZIES® are used for insulating your cold drink against the surrounding air! While KOOZIES® are made using a variety of different materials, they all have the same job – keeping your drink refreshingly cold.
What Materials Are Used for KOOZIES?
Gianna Petan
When you think about a koozie, your mind might jump right to the foam beer sleeves you often see decorating drinks at tailgates and company picnics. Well, get ready to have your mind blown! There are a ton of materials out there for KOOZIES®, from denim to burlap.
Maybe your wedding's around the corner or you want custom KOOZIES® for your next trade show. Let's explore all your options when it comes to the materials!
What Materials Are Used for KOOZIES®?
Materials like foam, neoprene, and polyurethane are most popular for KOOZIES®. A koozie® wraps around your bottle or can and gives it a nice hug. The material it's made from needs to be a good insulator in order to keep that drink cold and refreshing.
KOOZIES® can be made from any of the following materials:
- Foam
- Neoprene
- Denim
- Burlap
- Yarn
- Polyurethane
- Stainless Steel
- Polyester
- Jersey Cloth
- Plastic
- Vinyl
Do you want a quick overview? Here are the pros and cons of each material!
Neoprene
Neoprene is used to make wetsuits, which means it's a sturdy, waterproof material. It's also super flexible and offers great insulation. Neoprene is a better quality material, which makes it typically more expensive than other options.
Foam
Foam is one of the most cost-effective koozie® materials available. It is also very porous which means that it can allow more warm air to reach your drink compared to other materials. If you're ordering a large quantity of KOOZIES® on a budget, foam is a great option.
Denim
Denim isn't only exclusive to jeans and vests, it can also be used to make KOOZIES®! Denim KOOZIES® typically have a neoprene or rubber material inside to properly insulate the drink.
Burlap
Rustic weddings wouldn't be complete without burlap KOOZIES®! Similar to denim, burlap KOOZIES® also have a neoprene or rubber interior to keep your drink cold.
Yarn
Yarn KOOZIES® are commonly made by hand either with crocheting or knitting. When you have a yarn koozie, your hand will stay warm and comfortable especially while holding a cold drink!
Polyurethane
Polyurethane is a type of foam that has small bubbles of gas trapped inside, making it an excellent insulator. It is also one of the thickest materials available for KOOZIES®.
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is the most durable koozie® material. Most stainless steel KOOZIES® have double-wall insulation, which helps keep your drinks hot or cold.
Polyester
Polyester is an excellent insulator for your cold drink. It is an affordable material that works as well as neoprene!
Jersey Cloth
KOOZIES® made from jersey cloth are very soft and comfortable to hold. Think of jersey cloth as a t-shirt for your drink!
Plastic
While plastic may not be the best option for insulation, it is an excellent option for durability. Plastic KOOZIES® are tough and will protect your drink if it gets knocked down by accident!
Vinyl
Vinyl is a type of plastic that is used to make KOOZIES®. A koozie® made with vinyl is sturdy, waterproof, and excellent at insulating your drink. Vinyl is also a cost-effective option.
There you have it! KOOZIES® are made with a variety of materials that all help keep your drink ice cold even on the hottest summer day. Now, it is time to learn more about these fabrics like how to care for them, where to buy it, and how to use it to make your own KOOZIES®!
Where to Buy koozie® Fabric
koozie® fabric can be purchased online or at any craft store! It's commonly sold in sheets with varying thickness and size. A typical swatch of foam or neoprene fabric to make one koozie® should be about 8.75 inches wide and 4.25 inches tall to fit a regular 12-ounce can.
While at the store, you can also purchase other items like paint, gems, or iron-on vinyl to add a personal touch to your koozie® fabric. You can make your very own KOOZIES® for yourself or as gifts!
How to Make Your Own Koozie
Now that you know what materials can be used to make KOOZIES®, it is time to learn how you can make your own! There are many ways you can make your own koozie® at home using craft supplies. Everything you need can be found at a local craft store.
Materials:
- Thin foam sheet
- Decorative fabric
- Scissors
- Plain white craft glue
- 12 oz. can
- Adhesive Velcro strips
Follow these simple steps to make a DIY koozie:
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Measure the Rubber
Lay the rubber sheet face-down and wrap it around the can to get a measurement. Be sure to leave about an inch of extra material so you can close it around the can later.
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Glue Down the Fabric
Glue your piece of fabric down on the foam material.
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Cut Around the Fabric
Cut the excess foam material around your fabric.
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Add Velcro
Add the Velcro strips! Place one on the side with fabric, then flip the piece of foam over and place the second strip on the opposite side. Add extra glue to the back of the Velcro strips for more strength.
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Enjoy the Finished Product
Wrap your finished koozie® around the can and enjoy!
Once you have your finished koozie, you can customize it by adding gems, buttons, ribbon, paint, marker, and more! Making DIY KOOZIES® would be a fun birthday party craft, and they even make great gifts for your friends and family.
Check out the video to see how to make a DIY koozie!
How to Crochet a Koozie
Crocheting a koozie® is quick process that lets you make creative handmade gifts for your friends or for yourself! There are countless ways you can crochet a koozie® with different shapes and designs, but this method is simple and beginner-friendly.
Before you give this a try, it's best to familiarize yourself with basic crochet stitches such as a chain stitch, double crochet, single crochet, and a slip stitch!
Materials:
- One 10mm crochet hook
- Approximately 60 yards of medium-weight yarn
- One yarn needle
Here's how to crochet a koozie:
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Slip Knot
Begin crocheting your koozie® with a basic slip knot.
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Chain Stitch
Chain 4 stitches from your slip knot.
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Make a Small Circle
Go back into the bottom loop of the first chain and use a single stitch to connect back to your 4th chain stitch. This will give you a small circle which will be the bottom of your koozie. The rest of your stitches will be around this circle.
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Double Crochet One Row
Chain 2 and make 12 double crochet stitches around the circle.
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Finish Row One
Add one slip stitch in the top of the chain to close the circle.
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Begin Row Two
Begin row two with two chains, then go back into the slip stitch and double crochet twice.
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Double Crochet 24 Stitches
Add two double crochet in each stitch around the circle, making 24 total stitches around. The chain counts as one double crochet.
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Complete the Bottom of the Koozie
Repeat step 5 with a slip stitch to close the circle. This circle should be the same size as the bottom of your 12 ounce can.
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Begin Row Three from the Back Loop
Chain two, and double crochet working in the back loop only. Continue around for another 24 stitches.
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Crochet Both Loops
Chain two, go through both loops of the chain and double crochet around the circle with another 24 stitches.
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Finish the Remaining Rows
Continue around the circle, adding in the slip stitch in step 5 after every row. Work until you have crocheted enough rows to fit your can or bottle.
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Snip Remaining Yarn from Spool
When your crocheted koozie® is the desired height, leave the last loop in place and cut off your yarn, leaving about 3 to 4 inches.
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Weave in Excess
Weave the tail of the yarn through the loop, and then weave the tail through a yarn needle. Then, weave the tail in to the crocheted koozie. Be sure to alternate directions.
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Trim Excess Yarn
Once the tail has been securely woven through, trim the excess yarn.
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Enjoy Your Koozie
Slide the finished product onto a can or bottle!
While crocheting your koozie, you can use different colors of yarn to create stripes, or you can also experiment with the design by using a different stitch. Adding an elastic band to the top row will also help your crocheted koozie® securely fit onto your can or bottle.
The Bottom Line
As you can see, KOOZIES® can be made from a variety of different materials. Whether you decide to get the materials and make your own or purchase one that's already made, the options are nearly limitless! Pick the material that you like best and your drink will always be refreshingly cold.
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Gianna Patan
Gianna is no stranger to promo products. Her background in research-based writing, linguistics, and advertising gives her an edge in blogging about the marketing industry.
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Bethintx1. (2011, June 29). Crochet a Can & Bottle Cozy. Retrieved from
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Blindsgalore. (2018, February 1). DIY Koozie. Retrieved from
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Faulkner, Chelsea. (2019). 18 Surprising Things You Can Clean in the Washing Machine. Retrieved on February 3, 2020, from
https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/clean-and-organize
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