DIY Giant Yoga Mat — My Size, My Style

At 6’2″, standard yoga mats are just too small for me — and I like to stretch out and practice yoga everywhere. That’s why I’m designing my own oversized yoga mat, and it’s easier (and cheaper) than you might think.

🧘 The Design

• Dimensions: 7ft x 6ft — plenty of room to move.
• Base: A Harbor Freight tarp for the bottom layer — waterproof and rugged ($3.50).
• Top Layer: A thin breathable material like a light rug, cotton, moving cloth ($20). Something comfortable but still practical.
• Weighted Corners: Stitch sand pockets into the tarp corners and fill them up — about $5 in sand to keep the mat from flapping or curling up.
• Maybe Silicon Grip Patterning; Use silicon to add some grip and texture.
• Assembly: Stitch the top material to the tarp, ensuring everything is secure and durable.

💵 Costs & Selling Price

• Materials + Labor: Estimated around $50 total.
• Retail Price: Could easily sell for $100 — custom-sized, handmade, and perfect for tall yogis or anyone wanting more space.

I’m tempted to make a batch of these — if you’d buy one or have material suggestions, let me know in the comments!