this is great! My 3 year old nephew was just diagnosed with autism and my sister, a single mom, cant afford a $200 blanket....cant wait to make this tomorrow and surprise her! Thank you!!!
That was SO sweet of you to take the time to make this, video tape it, and then post it! Thanks so much! My son was just recently diagnosed and I am excited about making one, but had no idea where to start. :)
I'm glad to see more people making weighted blankets. I've seen the instant calming effect they can have! I've just begun making my own. I use sand as a filler because it's cheaper, but I must line my fabric with fuseable interfacing to keep dust from filtering through. Also, I can't wash mine. But they don't get dirty often, and are cheap to replace if really necessary. I'm thinking of making some modular, to connect with Velcro. I'd like to see how yours turn out!
I Love that you made this video! I was actually in the market for a weighted blanket for my son. He has SPD, and you're absolutely right they can be very expensive! I have found my alternative, im gonna attempt to make it this week
AWESOME video...please note that the total weight of the blanket depends upon the child's height and weight. So for safety's sake, please consult with an Occupational Therapist regarding how big and how heavy the blanket needs to be for the specific child you're making the blanket for. We'll be making another blanket for our growing boy, using your video. Thanks so much!!!
I made two separate pillow-case-blankets, then literally sewed the two of them together. I subsequently have made a Weighted Vest. It was tricky. First I thought to make the channels really narrow, but "narrow" is a terrible idea--it makes the channel very firm and unbending. Another tip: allow extra measurements--to take into account the “shrinkage” that happens once you fill it.
Sure! Unless they might make the blanket cold. (Someone had suggested steel shot, but that definitely would make the blanket cold.) In the comments below someone had suggested rice.
has anyone used steel shot instead of the poly? or used other heavier materials for a more weighty blanket? washing/cleaning/care instructions for one with other kinds of materials?
I know this is an older post, but has anyone created one of these "weighted" blankets using a different material than the plastic pellets? Recently I have seen how plastic should be avoided in lieu of something more environmentally friendly. Any suggestions?
this is great! My 3 year old nephew was just diagnosed with autism and my sister, a single mom, cant afford a $200 blanket....cant wait to make this tomorrow and surprise her! Thank you!!!
That was SO sweet of you to take the time to make this, video tape it, and then post it! Thanks so much! My son was just recently diagnosed and I am excited about making one, but had no idea where to start. :)
I'm glad to see more people making weighted blankets. I've seen the instant calming effect they can have!
I've just begun making my own. I use sand as a filler because it's cheaper, but I must line my fabric with fuseable interfacing to keep dust from filtering through. Also, I can't wash mine. But they don't get dirty often, and are cheap to replace if really necessary.
I'm thinking of making some modular, to connect with Velcro. I'd like to see how yours turn out!
I Love that you made this video! I was actually in the market for a weighted blanket for my son. He has SPD, and you're absolutely right they can be very expensive! I have found my alternative, im gonna attempt to make it this week
AWESOME video...please note that the total weight of the blanket depends upon the child's height and weight. So for safety's sake, please consult with an Occupational Therapist regarding how big and how heavy the blanket needs to be for the specific child you're making the blanket for. We'll be making another blanket for our growing boy, using your video. Thanks so much!!!
Great job, Lyn! Both the blanket and the how-to video.
thank you so much for showing me how to make these! I have sensory integration kids and can not afford to buy these! Thank you again!
Thank you for posting this.. I am not crafty at all, but you make it look like something I can do..
Smarty- your cleverness has saved me monies... A tip of the hat to you doll! !
Thank you so much for your demo. I am most appreciative! We are going to have a "Batman" blanket all ready for him tonight.
This is a really great idea and a terrific video. I can't wait to try making one!
So time efficient. Good job thank you
I made two separate pillow-case-blankets, then literally sewed the two of them together. I subsequently have made a Weighted Vest. It was tricky. First I thought to make the channels really narrow, but "narrow" is a terrible idea--it makes the channel very firm and unbending. Another tip: allow extra measurements--to take into account the “shrinkage” that happens once you fill it.
Outstanding! I've got to find some filling that's cheaper and thinking aquarium rocks. Thoughts?
Sure! Unless they might make the blanket cold. (Someone had suggested steel shot, but that definitely would make the blanket cold.) In the comments below someone had suggested rice.
has anyone used steel shot instead of the poly?
or used other heavier materials for a more weighty blanket?
washing/cleaning/care instructions for one with other kinds of materials?
It was a Standard-sized pillowcase. God bless!
What size pillow case works best?
What size pillow case did you use (standard, king, etc.)?
WOnderful tutorial, thank you!
Did you have to sew this by hand? It seems like the pellets would get in the way of a sewing machine.
I know this is an older post, but has anyone created one of these "weighted" blankets using a different material than the plastic pellets? Recently I have seen how plastic should be avoided in lieu of something more environmentally friendly. Any suggestions?
Mary UpLate I've seen rice used a lot
You can get glass pellets, but it’s more pricy
I used a regular, standard-sized pillowcase.
steel shot could make the blanket cold.
THANK YOU!!!!
Washing: If needed, I would hand-wash it and drip dry.
Ratio: I did not get that scientific, but you could if you wanted.