DIY Sensory Room

I recently had the privilege of working with Sherwin-Williams as part of their National Painting Week. The goal behind National Painting Week is to invite different creators and influencers to do a project within their community to better their community. Through what I’m definitely calling divine intervention, I was introduced to the Greer family, an amazing family with 5 of the cutest kiddos on the planet who are dealing with some challenging issues. And while I set out to transform a room in the Greer’s home into a sensory room for their kids, I was the one who was transformed the most. But for rrrreals! I loved spending time-early into the morning-with Ambrosia, the amazing mom to these kids, and learning more about her and her family. This lady works full-time as a mom and a nurse to her five kids and their many special needs, and I was impressed, humbled, and inspired by her selflessness and desire to do whatever she can to make her children’s lives better. I just love to hear the way she talks about them, no one could be a happier mom.
Here is a Recap of some of the DIY’s I did for this sensory room:
Paint: Ambrosia picked out the Sherwin-Williams color called “Anchors Aweigh,” which is super soothing and calming for the kids.
DIY Illuminating canvases: These were made with some Washi tape, spray paint, battery tap lights, and mounting tape and were super easy to make!
Sensory station: With an awesome table from Wayfair, some sensory bottles were put together by Ambrosia, and different miniature LED lights, we made a fun activity area for the kids that keeps them entertained and stimulated.
Wall art: I am so grateful to my awesome sister who made these yarn wall hangings that are super soft, plus they add layers and textures-two things that are very important in a sensory room.
More lights: All of these battery powered LED lights can be taken anywhere and are so calming for the kids. I think I need some of these in my studio! ;)
Hanging tent: This thing is the bombdotcom! The kids love to hang out in their tent, and it’s a safe place for them to read or play. We also got them a hanging nest from Wayfair that isn't featured in the video but, trust me, it's awesome!
Textiles: We got several pillows and rugs with different textures, and even a huge beanbag chair that holds the entire family. Thank you, again, Wayfair!
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// WHERE TO FIND FURNITURE FROM THIS VIDEO //
Giant Aiden Bean Bag Sofa - bit.ly/1qzzVZz
Fiber Optic Lamp - bit.ly/1qzzChr
HugglePod Hanging Tent - bit.ly/1TvKRTS
Laser Lamp Sphere - bit.ly/1qzzEpy
Globe Lamp - bit.ly/1qzzAWK
Feather Pillow - bit.ly/1qBuU2D
Fur Pillow - bit.ly/1TzjLLn
Leather Fringe Rug - bit.ly/1qBvhu8
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MUSIC BY: Amarante
SONG: World Outside Our Window (Instrumental)
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FTC: This post was made possible by Sherwin-Williams who sponsored the whole project. The views and opinions in this video are strictly my own.

[@Dakota-Rose]

Thank you so much! I’m working on a sensory room myself. This is so helpful. Amazing how it soothed them and is a relieve from a stressfull mind. My kid will feel better in a room like that. My sensory therapist opened up the mind of my kid by these kind of activities. It made me cry so much seeing him connect and smile for a first by these kind of things

[@mj7268]

So much thought and creativity went into this families personal space. You are wonderful!! My daughter has sensory issues and you gave some awesome suggestions with the lights, hanging tent,etc that I'm heading to the web to purchase all of the above asap. Thank you😄

[@whippycakeplus]

+Mari Morten - I am so happy you got some ideas from this video! I am hoping lots of people will feel inspired by this whole things.

[@piscesrain8882]

You made me tear up for a moment , lol, it turned out awesome I'm in love with this idea ! I myself could use a room to unwind and let go of the stress of the day . You rocked this project !!

[@whippycakeplus]

+Corina Shull - I seriously feel the same way. After this room I kinda wanna be selfish and make a little sensory oasis for myself. haha. ;)

[@Mathilda5xp]

Thank you so much. This is what I have been searching for. What a lovely sensory room. My senior students with Autism will love it. You are so creative. Stay Blessed. XXX

[@lydiaingraham7716]

Wow! Beautiful. What a wonderful project to do. I love that it is such a transformation and so functional, but there is also much room to expand and change and update as the children get older. Great job!

[@whippycakeplus]

+Lydia Ingraham - Thank you so much. I definitely feel the same, it's so versatile you can totally change it up!

[@peggyallen6059]

I know you didn't do this for any "reward"...but I think you have earned some "stars" in your crown. .... amazing re-do..

[@whippycakeplus]

+Peggy Allen - Awe, honey thank you. :)

[@elizabethc9843]

What a transformation and beautiful ideas on building one you did an amazing job😇

[@hm6134]

My daughter is special needs and this room is ideal for her. ☺

[@heropeaka]

Thank you for this video, I am using it on my Eagle Project to create a sensory room for kids with autism at my local daycare. I got so many great ideas and brings me nostalgia of when I was little and played in the sensory room during therapy. So thankful for such thoughtful and kind people like you. Keep up the good work. I can see you going places. By the way I also have autism so this really hit hard for me so thank you so very much. I really do mean it.

[@narniasheep]

I wish i have a room like this. This really helps with my sensory.

[@glendagonzalezreyes8149]

After an horrible day:I saw notification of your video & I decided to open for relax me & emotions.Let me said you:I don't know you but you're an amazing & kind person.Things like this make me recover faith on human beings & in best days are coming✨💖👌✨.

[@whippycakeplus]

+Glen Reinhold - Awe! Thank you for such a thoughtful comment. I hope your weekend is going much better! XOXO

[@downthehatch2260]

I'm going to make my own sensory room Probably the best part of being a autistic adult is making my own sensory room

[@critterc0rner]

Same. Though I live in a rental house and can’t do a whole room but I plan to get a low loft bed and and create a cozy sensory corner under it.

[@rubyg8863]

i have anxiety and posibly have ADHD/ autism and would love this

[@sydneyandpicklethebear8763]

I would love this room I really really need a room like this

[@amandadaily4267]

That's awesome! Well done!

[@izzyQuezada70]

Awesome ill be taking your ideas and recreating something similar for my awesome autistic son!!

[@princesskaideka]

This is lovely ! ( my son has autism he would also love this room 😍)

[@whippycakeplus]

+Judy Poppins - Awe! Hopefully you can get some ideas for him. XO

[@PaulForestiero]

why don't you build a Sensory Room like this or see my UnderWater Sensory Room on my channel might give you some ideals on building a sensory room :)

[@celestejibben]

Judy Poppins I would love this room I have sensory processing disorder I have a sensory room but it is much smaller

[@karie_brown]

This is awesome! Can't wait to try some of these ideas with my special needs daughter 💗

[@whippycakeplus]

Try them for sure!! I'm sure she'll love them and that it will be so helpful!

[@MarcellinaMoon]

Thank you for this! I have two kids on the spectrum (8 and 5) and want to make our den a sensory area for them so this gives me a lot of ideas!

[@jaymieday7443]

I love this I have ADHD and Sensory Overload Disorder I'm making a sensory room when my mom buys a new house but yeah I will have a sensory bedroom.

[@rachkunz5965]

YOU're SOOOOOOOOO amazing girl!!!

[@whippycakeplus]

+Rach Kunz - Thanks babe. ;)

[@rachkunz5965]

YOU're the nicest!!!

[@BabyBunch]

I wish someone would do this for my son,he is 6 and has autism..he is so so smart but can't communicate what he wants however he can do anything with technology...

[@manastalksessions]

You can do it

[@froufroudeluxe]

Please do it. I got my when I was 25 and this would have helped me a ton growing up

[@snowhite7310]

Use sensory toys! U don't need to spend tons of money and paint walls if u can't

[@dolphone6748]

using tablets to communicate can be really helpful

[@Lusam_DA]

You can do it. 😊❤️

[@bellct4980]

I have one of those glowing hair things I love it so much

[@YulsGuzman]

Amazing!! i love it!

[@whippycakeplus]

+Yuli Von D - Thank you so much. That means a lot to me.

[@PaulForestiero]

i have build a underwater sensory bedroom almost finished it just need some more Ball Pit Balls and Sensory Toys.

[@whippycakeplus]

+Paul Forestiero - an underwater sensory room sounds like a dream! Do you have photos?

[@PaulForestiero]

+whippycake hello sorry I don't know how to upload it to KZbin etc.

[@PaulForestiero]

I have now completed my UnderWater Sensory Room. I have uploaded them to my Channel feel free to watch them and comment thanks again Paul

[@melanieczoka]

Thank you so much for this video. Looooove it

[@sarahballard5282]

This video is so helpful because my sister has down syndrome and autism in my sister has a GJ tube so this is very helpful thank you

[@whippycakeplus]

happy to help! Send me pictures if you create a room :)

[@dominiquelove377]

I love the room, you did a great job. I'm working on my son's sensory room and would love to add the illuminating canvas. What kind of light did you use for the Canvas?

[@selenam05]

she used tap lights

[@izzyQuezada70]

Wow your a super awesome woman 😊

[@doctorllama2507]

Sensory rooms are like SPA for us, unfortunetly I didn't try one, I hope one day I could

[@thetaylorsystem8435]

Is there a way to make a small closet into a sensory room?

[@TheMom04]

Can I ask where you got those small fiber optic lights that the children are putting in jars? I can't seem to find anything like those!!

[@whippycakeplus]

Yes! You can find them on Amazon :) amzn.to/2owlbO2

[@jordangraybill1374]

April Wright Amazon

[@katiepluscoffee4291]

Hi! I realize this was a long while ago but I’m creating a sensory room for Christmas for my two amazing autistic children. I went through your videos and was wondering if you have a tutorial or link for making the wall art with the push lights? Thanks!

[@sophieomwa7037]

Hei kindly tell me the things you used coz I really want to make one for my learners please.

[@aplaudeosolq.a7293]

I'm going to my aunts house this mothers day, my cousin has autism and he is the most important person to me. I'm the only person he can look in the eyes or touch, and I would like to make an sensorial room to him. Could you make an DIY video? In the country I live ( brasil) these things are very expensive.

[@nonexistent-best-friend1693]

AplaudeOsol Q.A I. Made a sensory room In a unused storage I recommend look on KZbin or online for diy sensory ideas

[@watchingthebees]

Eu sou brasileira tb e sou autista, é bem complicado mesmo 😔

[@michellehochuli1318]

💕"Love"💕

[@kiysluv]

Led light strips are the only thing missing from this amazing room

[@ellethebat5624]

I am going to do this for myself I have high functioning autism I'm going to put sensory stuff in the spare room

[@maryanncampans3216]

I am finishing my sensory room I have Autism ADHD DMDD and many sensory overloads and meltdowns

[@Wolf_gurl]

Dude I know who’s that house once was it’s from this Family on KZbin it’s called I think it’s called the KZbin family I don’t watch them any more but that’s exactly what the house looks like

[@Jenny-tm3cm]

I have sensory processing disorder and autism and the flashing lights I had to hold my hand over the screen it was too much 😅

[@lotsoflove5378]

to anyone out there that knows someone with autism or has autism please try to get a service dog because i have one and she has save my life

[@maryann008]

I have autism I tried so hard but it won't work 🥺 pretty sure I qualify for one cuz I also hav bad anxiety and ect

[@hm6134]

My daughter has mild to moderate autism and we plan to get her a service dog next year once we move out of the apt complex.

[@critterc0rner]

I wish to have a service dog, do you have to pay and take it for training or can you just buy a fully trained one?

[@beanieboo-cx1uo]

6:19 mouse click lol

[@iseetheWAYVision]

I need

[@pamelacottle236]

Hi I special needs

[@ashb1018]

I have autism

[@PaulForestiero]

same here

[@ashb1018]

Paul Forestiero ya

[@PaulForestiero]

Ashlyn Braga yep I'm on the normal/mild level of Autism

[@PaulForestiero]

Ashlyn Braga I have built a Underwater Sea Creatures Sensory Room as I have Autism. This Sensory Room helps me if I go into meltdowns etc

[@ashb1018]

Paul Forestiero I like deep presher and being seroned by walls so I have my secery room in a small walk in closet

[@Ava-kh8dv]

I’m dyslexic

[@catalinapislaru9592]

2016 was a bit of shit xd

[@catalinapislaru9592]

2022? Not good 20th November w0q6

[@laceycoutts165]

Helo I hav autism and this woud be grat sory I cant spell

[@littlerebornmommy665]

Me to