You are such a good teacher, this is the most precise tutorial I have seen on weighted blankets. I worked in a forensic psychiatric facility where we used these to ease stress and to comfort those in crisis. Thank you for helping caregivers to provide this form of stress reduction to loved ones.
@Durrani3274 жыл бұрын
I've made 2 weighted blankets for my stepdaughter and her boyfriend before seeing your video. I literally just winged it and made the duvets cotton with a sewed on a flannel cover. I think they ended up being about 12-15 lbs each. Your video so descriptive, clear and to the point. I love the idea of a removable cover and have been wanting to make one for myself. Love your video! Thank you!
@florenfroe236 жыл бұрын
Made one years ago for my grandson who is on the spectrum. His weight has increased greatly, but he still uses it. I am making my adult daughter one now, just because she loves tones of covers and wants one. Thanks for the video.
@d.eileen13366 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I volunteer for a charity and we made 9 different weighted blankets for the agency that oversees foster children. The pellets were very expensive, but the agency bought the pellets for us. It was for Christmas and we found out what each child’s favorite color and favorite theme. We bought fabric and made the blankets. The blankets were made just about our your video, except we did not do a duvet cover and we had about 2 inches around the perimeter of the blanket. Our charity just fills a need in our community.
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
it is always nice to hear, thank you:)
@nelsonwilliam18143 жыл бұрын
How are you doing today I hope you're having a wonderful day
@cynthiaennis31073 жыл бұрын
That’s so wonderful!
@d.eileen13363 жыл бұрын
@@nelsonwilliam1814 the Charity is still going strong. Right now we have been making tied quilts for a home for youths. This will be for Christmas. We haven’t made weighted blankets for a long time now, as people can buy them cheaply.
@M-hc9xm6 жыл бұрын
My BFF has MS and her doctor suggested a weighted blanket to help her sleep with no jumpy-ness. I knew if you had a video on it, I was going to use your instructions! It turned out great, she loves the washable cover. Best of all, it has really helped her a lot. Thank you for your fantastically thorough and clear explanations.
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
You have just made my heart sing. I'm so glad that it has helped her:) Thank you for letting me know
@Jazzylimo6 жыл бұрын
I have been interested in weighted blankets for a while. They always looked so difficult to make. This video has filled me with confidence that I can do it. Thank You!
@donnasamuel33996 жыл бұрын
Laura, thank you for covering this. It is going to fetch a lot of comfort to a lot of people. It is now on my next project list for my son who will absolutely love this. Watch you every week and all the effort you put in to teaching us is very much appreciated x
@karenhickey33775 жыл бұрын
My 8 year old son has attention challenges and is a sensory child. We use a weighted blanket for him. Thank you for this tutorial. It is very helpful! I’d like to make his next blanket so I can personalize it a bit more for him. ❤️❤️
@DuluthTW6 жыл бұрын
This is a very easy to follow tutorial. My grandma made me a "heavy" blanket when I was a child. I loved it then and still use it infrequently. Thanks for sharing!
@denisemcintosh75686 жыл бұрын
I had worked a long portion of my career with individuals who were diagnosed with autism. Weighted blankets work wonders. Custom made blankets are a wonderful option compared to the plastic ones I've seen. Thank you for this video!
@elainebukowsky91876 жыл бұрын
Last month, I made a weighted blanket for my grandchild who has been having sleep issues. She loves it. I used the poly-pellets as you did, but I made separate pockets, attached to them the inside of one of the outer fleece layers, then quilted both layers together to further secure the pockets. One of my children wants one now. I will definitely be using your channel method this time and your tip of adding batting to the pockets. Keep making your wonderful videos. Your channel is my favorite for sewing and quilting info.
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing how you made yours, good to know:)
@kaymitchell49596 жыл бұрын
I made a weighted blanket for a 2 year-old grandson with anxieties. I used two novelty fabrics that he would enjoy, one with a fun motif and one with a calming motif (night sky). He uses it as part of his calming practices and for nighttime sleeping. Thank you, Laura for this video. I really like the idea of adding batting to the squares.
@jennyniblett4730 Жыл бұрын
Laura, I loved your video for the weighted blanket. You made it look so easy. I have now sent for the book and am going to have a go at making one. I have nerve damage in my legs so am hoping this will help with the pain. Many thanks. I love watching your videos you are so clear with your instructions. Thank you.
@lindadefeo11086 жыл бұрын
Laura, my daughter said the blanket she bought, works wonderfully! She has no pain from the Fibromyalgia! She said when she feels pain during work, she thinks of her blanket and can’t wait to snuggle in bed for relief! She said her blanket didn’t come with ties inside so the blanket shifts and is annoying. I’ll sew them inside for her. I plan on making yours for myself! Bless you for your tutorial!💖
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
good to know thank you
@lizchilders41546 жыл бұрын
I had ordered one for me 3 weeks ago and am hoping I can sleep better. Right after I ordered mine, my daughter said her oldest child was having lots of sleeping issues and disturbing her other sister as she crawled into bed with her in the middle of the night. Since they are so expensive to buy, I ordered pellets and made her an 11 pound flannel weighted blanket. She is sleeping soundly through the night now. 🙂. Love this video with the duvet effect, although sewing with cuddle fabric can be tricky. Thanks for great info. Will do it your way next time. BTW, my 16 pound Minky weighted blanket as well as my granddaughter’s 11 pound blanket washed and dried perfectly in my front loader washing machine. Anything more than 16 pounds would need to be at a Laundromat in their heavy duty machines - hence the duvet so that can be washed after untying the weighted section.
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
thank you for letting us know!
@joane86516 жыл бұрын
I made a weighted blanket for my Granddaughter for Christmas. She is extremely shy and was looking to purchase one, told her Dad, and he and I figured out the measurements, I purchased the poly pellets on Ebay, we weighed out each 'pocket' and filled sturdy paper cups to pour into canning funnel attached to a cardboard tube from Christmas wrapping paper, worked well because I could reach the bottom without pellets getting stuck along the way. I used a heavy cotton for lining for both front and back, with her favorite fleece covering one side. She loved it!! Not as hard as I thought, but someone to help you does make it easier, and you have to be very careful that you don't sew over the pellets, or you will break your needle.
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
I'm happy to hear that! thanks for sharing:)
@kimmc30556 жыл бұрын
The wrapping tube is an excellent hint! Definitely going to use it when I sew up my next weighted blanket!!
@teenaray80846 жыл бұрын
I'm going to use two vacuum cleaner extension tubes to put my beads in. I'm using Minky Cuddle on one side, and plaid fleece on the other side. I'm making it for my ex-husband.
@elenazeits9176 жыл бұрын
Omg! These ribbons on the corners! Brilliant! Why I never do this?! Thank you very much for your videos, Laura! You explain very clearly, I'm not english-speaking, but I can understand all of you say. Love your channel! Good luck!
@elaineolson97586 жыл бұрын
My nephew is Autistic, and his mom talked about making him a weighted blanket. So, after watching this video, I’m off to sew one for him!
@alfredstclair1925 жыл бұрын
I make weighted therapy blankets for people out of my home. I have been making these for 8 yrs now. Very busy all the time... I also make lap pads, weighted snakes. weighted textured blocks all kinds of items... :) I absolutely love making items for people and get all the positive feed back.
@lindadefeo11086 жыл бұрын
My grown daughter just purchased one! I have been suffering from Fibromyalgia and now she has been diagnosed! I saw a video for children several years ago! It was never mentioned about fibromyalgia, but now it’s suggested! She will let me know tomorrow if the blanket helped her! Thank you for the tutorial, I will make one with a cover! 💝
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
I hope it helps and please let me know :)
@raquelreyes20116 жыл бұрын
I work for an etsy seller and finally made one for myself. I acually took a nap when I covered myself. I never nap. This process is easy but tedious, trust me I know! It can be done however. If you need a blanket at a decent price and will be homemade quality take a look at My three boys designs on etsy. Worth the look if you don't think you can sew one of these.
@SeeleyAndears5 жыл бұрын
I told my mom that I want to make one of these blankets a few months ago. The way you made yours in the video is exactly how I told her I want to make mine! I'm glad I had a good idea... Even though others thought of it before me! Lol
@irenemoreaux44466 жыл бұрын
Both my husband and myself have heard of these and never knew until watching your video what these weighted blankets were. Thank you
@eveward34636 жыл бұрын
I make these for a counselor here... they are so needed! Thanks for going over this! Eve
@loripettit68306 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love your tutorials! I especially love this DIY Weighted Blanket tutorial, because my Grandson is Autistic. I've bought the Weighted Blanket book by, Susan Sullivan on Amazon, Lightening McQueen (his favorite) material, and the poly-pellets & poly-fil material to make him a blanket. I feel so confident now after watching your tutorial that I can finally make him a weighted blanket for his bed! Thank you so much, Laura!! Blessings~
@cmilam82846 жыл бұрын
Whenever I want to know what’s trending, you are my go to person. You are very thorough, easy to follow . Your sewing style to me, looks high end. Thank You for sharing your knowledge and skills!
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
thank you for watching
@toniwilson95336 жыл бұрын
I have chronic pain and never heard of this it sounds perfect thankyou
@sueleigh10186 жыл бұрын
Laura, THANK YOU! I've wanted to make one for a granddaughter with ADHD. She'll love it. But I think I'm going to make it for anyone in the family who likes the extra security it makes them feel. You are so inspired and talented in deciding which ideas to show us and in designing your own unique approach. Just, bless you a whole bunch!!♡♡♡♡ Sue
@mlhoffa6 жыл бұрын
Wonderful tutorial. I’ve made 3 of these weighted blankets for children with autism. It’s a special gift for child and parents as it calms them it various situations.
@janice24oc6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting this. I just had my daughter in law request a weighted blanket and was not sure how to make one. I always enjoy your videos, but this one will be put into use immediately. Thanks.
@tara48066 жыл бұрын
Hi Thank You for the tutorial. My son has Epilepsy and when he has a bad day I ask him if he wants his weighted blanket. We bought ours on line it was about 100.00 and it's not really big but it definitely calms him. It helps his anxiety. 😊
@judithmullen24826 жыл бұрын
Tara Brennan was
@nelsonwilliam18143 жыл бұрын
How are you doing today Tara I hope you're having a wonderful day and how is the weather over there
@lorierandallmarcus17716 жыл бұрын
I am so excited to find your video!! I have been wanting to make weighted blankets for my family and grandkids for Christmas this year 20+ blankets. I was feeling overwhelmed with the work involved until I saw your video and it gave me the confidence!! Thank you so much!!
@nelsonwilliam18143 жыл бұрын
How are you doing today I hope you're having a wonderful day with you and how is the weather over there
@reneefelts72326 жыл бұрын
Thank you Laura! Absolutely love you wonderful videos! Love your teaching style and also your hair lol! You very much resemble my sister and myself... we are rocking the hair! And you are rockin the quilt videos!
@mahamiq53166 жыл бұрын
Great information thank you 👍
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
we could pass as the White Sisters lol
@cynthiaennis31073 жыл бұрын
I was fortunate to try one years ago that weighed 50lbs & the fabric was similar to something woven from Mexico! I loved it! But I was 106lbs at the time & I LOVED it! It don’t know what was used for the weight. But wherever they got that 10%...maybe a study? May not be a one-size-fits-all Truth. *These are also great for those in long-term withdrawal of addicting medicines.
@bronwenwalmsley70436 жыл бұрын
I made my autistic grandson 2 of these, but I wish I'd seen this first. He loves the small first one so much he wouldn't let me take the pellets out for the new one. For him, they matter and I'm sure I'll be making more over the years using your method. The ribbons are such a good idea too.
@eileendawson17046 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful idea! These blankets would be nice gifts for those with special needs. Thank you for your tutorial!
@sherrelstroot303411 ай бұрын
I wanted to make one for my daughter and my two grandchildren. I live in southeastern Texas at the gulf coast. We really don have much cold weather but they definitely need weighted blankets. I was unsure about fabric that would be suited to our climate. Any suggestions? TIA.
@saltlifegull40913 жыл бұрын
Excellent Laura - how do you feel the dyi blanket compares to a bought one?
@suzannewilliams92324 жыл бұрын
This is an awesome video! BUT (and there is usually a but) out of all these comments no one addressed the batting being added for the noise level. What kind/style of batting? How much do you put in each square? How do you get it distributed evenly,? The pellets are measured, how do you measure your batting?
@danacrocco35926 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I'm going to make one of these for my RLS. I always feel a heavy blanket on my legs at night helps. But I think I will treat myself to one of these. :)
@panchaguzman37194 жыл бұрын
I son bought one yesterday and it was warm to me relaxing
@monicagarcia88734 жыл бұрын
wonder how much this project cost? I am having problems sleeping and now with he pandemia im not working therefore not making much money, many people swear by their weighted blankets and the cheapest I can find are almost 200 dollars... that is enough to give me insomnia! Love the way you explain the whole thing and I might consider making my own! where could I find the pellets? awesome tutorial! thank you very much!!
@bluemoonskye12 жыл бұрын
How did you decide the width & height of the blanket for yourself?
@kimmc30556 жыл бұрын
Love the flap on the duvet cover instead of sewing in a zipper! Plus it adds a top flap so you always now which end is up just buy looking at it!
@BananaPancakeQueen6 жыл бұрын
A wonderful tutorial! I've been looking to make one for the longest time and this makes it seem much more achievable
@maryschuetz59506 жыл бұрын
This is the best way to make a weighted blanket I have seen! Thank you for posting.
@donnawheeler62836 жыл бұрын
I had a very heavy crazy quilt my great grandma made. No pellets, just lots of layers of fabric and heavy pieces for the quilt. My favorite one to get a refreshing sleep.
@greylady26906 жыл бұрын
Donna Wheeler yes, I have one just like that. Just many layers. Everyone likes it and tries to take it home.
@pollyg41606 жыл бұрын
@@greylady2690 My husband took me on a surprise sleigh ride but they had no blanket! I made 2 sleigh blankets with multiple layers of blankets and wool flannel on the outside as gifts for the local sleigh ride.
@TheAmz646 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much I have been wanting to make weighted blankets for my granddaughters for a while. I have all of the things I need now with your tutorial I can get it done
@debbyblack3175 жыл бұрын
Thank you very nice best one I saw. I am a fan of a heavy blanket no formula my mom taught me to use a heavy blanket, ( she used the old wool army blankets) covered on each side by with cotton sometimes quilted sometimes not, tied every two inches with double yarn , by then you have a very heavy blanket, However, times have changed and in making one for my artistic granddaughter so plan to use you pattern for her, But I’m keeping my king size quilt forever! Thank you admin,
@bettywaits14746 жыл бұрын
My grandson needed a weighted blanket to help sooth him when his anxiety peeked. The cost to purchase a pre-made blanket can run into the hundreds of dollars. His PT asked, if I could make him one. Up to that point, there was limited information out on how to make this type of blanket. Looking online, I not only saw $300 price, also saw what it looked like. From there, I made my guesstiment on poundage per length and width and made his blanket. It has truly help him. Since then, I made another for another child, and one for an adult. The bigger they are, the heavier they are. Common sence, right? The blankets are easy to make, as shown. They do work.
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
glad to hear that :)
@kauaipuppy8416 жыл бұрын
I made I made a king size with your directions, thank you. I was able to iron the top piece by folding over and over by halves and that helped make my rows without a ton of measuring. Then I just went and followed the creases with a yard stick to make my pencil lines. Without the duvet it’s actually chilly, which is great because I live in the tropics. I would make it smaller next time because it’s so heavy and I sleep alone. (Husband snores like a dinosaur.)
@marymarshall25356 жыл бұрын
How many yard of the fabric and how many pound of the splits you put in I want to make a king size one
@kauaipuppy8415 жыл бұрын
mary marshall ten yards and 18 pounds. Very chilly without duvet. Would make it smaller, it’s very hard to deal with.would half the size.
@cindygehrke52496 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial! I’ve watched a few others but yours was just what I’m looking for! Thank you!
@tasenaswellnessbeauty9725 жыл бұрын
Such a top notch video! Very articulate and great explanation on every step!
@Pattern4good6 жыл бұрын
Laura, great idea with adding the poly to fluff! kudos!
@no-oneshome30836 жыл бұрын
For a bit of warmth, could you use a 2 batting sheets, one for top side of the fabric, and one for the bottom side, the same size as the overall inner pocket lininh? And then sew the piece together and flip it right side out?
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
good idea, thanks for sharing :)
@lheigert6 жыл бұрын
5 inch squares are a little large. Floppy/shifting /noisy pellets are not as comforting. Smaller squares take longer but make a better result.
@zaboomafooba6 жыл бұрын
I personally feel like I agree, because it also makes sense to have the weight a little more evenly distributed, but I've never used a weighted blanket with pellets before. I'm interested in buying or making one for myself. Is there a square size that you'd personally recommend? 2-3 inches maybe? I suppose it also depends on the amount you're putting into each square, huh?
@lorierandallmarcus17716 жыл бұрын
I would also like to know what square size would work better?
@renaepetersen23935 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your tutorial. I will be making one of these for my grand-daughter. On a side note, you look a lot like Flylady Kat. That's a complement. You sound like her too.
@mollysmith60556 жыл бұрын
Wonderful topic, thank you for posting this video Laura. I've been debating making one for myself to help with menopausal sleep issues. Love the idea of the comfy fabrics you used. I had been planning to use recycled denim jeans in a raggedy-edge cathedral window style and adding pellets to each square for the weight. Your way is much simpler! Thank you for the tutorial, I will research to see if it would be helpful for my father who has Alzheimer's.
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
please let me know how it works out:)
@SaffyFoo5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Fab video I love my weight blanket 💓
@katiesteele94956 жыл бұрын
What a great idea to tie the corners!
@mayerlyariza84446 жыл бұрын
just here to tell u, you look like a character, a beautiful one from movies or comic books!!!!! :)
@kaylahaas86326 жыл бұрын
What stitch length did you use for sewing the channels and then making the pockets for the pellets? I would want to be sure the pellets wouldn't shift through stitching.
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
I used a 2.75
@lorierandallmarcus17716 жыл бұрын
I am pretty new to sewing and I went online to look at the muslin fabric. There are so many different ones. Bleached, not bleached some of very very wide. What kind are you using for your blanket? Thank you!! I am wanting to make some for my granddaughters and daughters for Christmas..
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
You really can use anyone. As long as it is not too thin.
@lynnreid18346 жыл бұрын
Love this video I work with adults with learning support and I am a therapist I used one of these last week and I was so impressed with the calming effect I plan to make one for my own centre where can I buy the book
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
be sure to open the description box by clicking on "show more" it has lots of links that you might like www.amazon.com/Weighted-Blankets-Vests-Scarves-Projects/dp/1940611466#reader_1940611466
@shadowpleez6 жыл бұрын
Laura, Thank you for another wonderful video...Laura you have such beautiful hair.
@judymasters80856 жыл бұрын
Hi..did you use your chalk line to mark this quilt?? If not how did you mark it so precisely? Great tutorial!!!
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
yes with a 48" yd stick:) you can find them in the hardware store
@judymasters80856 жыл бұрын
Thank you so very much...love your videos
@Tracys_Little_Patch_of_Dirt6 жыл бұрын
I would like to make one for myself. It might help with the pain of my osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia related problems. I might actually get a good night's sleep.
@minihappyart2 жыл бұрын
awesome, I'm definitely going to make it!!
@DontUBaDiva6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! Want to make a weighted lap blanket for mom and this was very helpful!
@Sasslette6 жыл бұрын
These are great blankets. Love the one I made!
@Sehara6 жыл бұрын
My grandson is not autistic but as a 2 years old he is looking for some security in his bed and your excellent tutorial is going to help me make weighted blanket. Thank you! 😘
@karrieball29035 жыл бұрын
Where did you buy your huge cutting board?
@SewVeryEasy5 жыл бұрын
You can get them at your fabric shops, I have found them rolled up by the cutting tables or the cash
@NightKitchenQueen6 жыл бұрын
How do you keep the Cuddle fabric from stretching or distorting while you sew? Short of ironing on a lightweight fusible interface, I haven't been able to keep that from happening. Thanks for any tips you can give!
@denisemcintosh75686 жыл бұрын
NightKitchenQueen a walikng foot helps.
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
a few things to try #1 use bigger stitches (not too tight) #2use a walking foot #3do not let the fabric pull down, hold it up as you sew, helping it go under the foot. #4 use a larger foot, like a zigzag foot. Hope this helps
@leo956305 жыл бұрын
Real cuddle fabric is not stretchy. Be sure your are not using stretchable fleece. :-)
@rachellalite42835 жыл бұрын
What can be used other than the pellets....I'm in Trinidad they don't sell that here
@SewVeryEasy5 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry I do not know.
@humblepup1365 жыл бұрын
Perhaps small glass beads, like in the craft jewelry section of a store.
@humblepup1365 жыл бұрын
And if the pellet 'noise' is not soothing, the glass beads can be sewn into place. A little time consuming, but maybe necessary for some.
@Jrock324646 жыл бұрын
I'm new to blankets. What's the best thread to purchase?
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
Most quilters do like 100% cotton as it matches the 100% quilting cotton :)
@marietteforget78046 жыл бұрын
Hi Laura and thanks a lot for this great tutorial! 😎🌸
@ximenazaratecollao90745 жыл бұрын
I loved your video. Thanks a lot! I wondering if you could make one of memory bears, dinosaur or something else?
@aktam996 жыл бұрын
Is the peach-colored blanket also made of Minkee?
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
yes
@pennyproper45756 жыл бұрын
Laura, you are an amazing teacher, YOU explain everything clearly.. I have one question how big is your cutting mat and where did you get it? Thank you for sharing..
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
you can get it at the fabric store. It is rolled up in a big box. I found them beside the pattern drawers:)
@paulasydney6 жыл бұрын
I'm confused about the weight you added for your blanket. Did you use 5 or 10 % beads? I love this idea and really want to make one. I've never heard about this before. Thank you so much for another wonderful project :)
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
if you are 130 lbs you need aprox. 13lbs of weight. You can have a 1-2 lbs more. Keep the weight of the fabric in mind:) hope this helps
@DanaK8176 жыл бұрын
So the blanket you made is for a 50 lb person?
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
yes, it was for a child
@DanaK8176 жыл бұрын
@@SewVeryEasy my son asked me to make him one for Christmas..he is 24 yrs old and well over 200 lbs...like 280. I think I will just make it 20 lbs...I think I read that's the max to make it. What's your opinion please?
@alexandradombrowski49155 жыл бұрын
Yes, they recommend 20 lbs. ro be the max.
@ShannonFabrics6 жыл бұрын
hi Laura! This is such a great idea and really useful too. Love it "like a big hug" xo
@teenaray80846 жыл бұрын
I had thought about making one just for my ex-husband, but now that I think about it more, I think I'll make one for my dad as well. He gets cold so easily and he aches, so maybe this would help. What do you think, Laura?
@teenaray80846 жыл бұрын
Also, another quick question. Where do you lay your fabric out to be able to mark it so well? I have trouble getting down on my hands and knees anymore, and I don't have tables or counters big enough to do it there. Any suggestions?
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
Large tables, you can ask your library, quilt shop or church if they will let you use the tables and space
@teenaray80845 жыл бұрын
Great idea! Thank you! I will give that a try!
@CrixJoki3 жыл бұрын
I couldn´t live without my weighted duvet, although, mine has real chains instead of beads :) (I´m Autistic with ADHD)
@benstevens15753 жыл бұрын
That’s so cool! I’m thinking of making one too, chains sounds like a really awesome idea!
@CrixJoki3 жыл бұрын
@@benstevens1575 for me, it was life changing! and it helped me to get off sleeping pills! who knew that 18kg could make such a difference :) it is hard to change and make the bed though ;)
@marymarshall25356 жыл бұрын
What materials will I need how many yards for a king size bed
@SewVeryEasy6 жыл бұрын
I am not too sure s I have only done the math for a child
@alexandradombrowski49155 жыл бұрын
I've researched this: ...the blanket should fit the body, NOT the bed. It should be big enough to cover the body from the tip of the chin to just past the toes. But children grow quickly; you may choose to allow a little extra length for growong room..."--Leisure Arts publication. Another source cites these "gravity" blankets should not hang over the side of the bed, but rather, simply snug around the body. And, as always, never cover a child too young to push it off by him/herself. (I think that's why they say not to let it hang over the side of the bed as well.) 'Hope this helps.
@alexandradombrowski49155 жыл бұрын
It's more important to get the weight measurement than the size, since these blankets are meant for the body, not the bed--see below.
@alexandradombrowski49155 жыл бұрын
Here's the formula, (with the caveat to consult your health care professional about the best weight for your child): Take 10% of body weight + 1 lb. Ex.: a 60 lb. child would need 7 lbs. of pellets [60 lbs. X 10% + 1 lb. = 7 lbs.] Leisure Arts also recommends multiplying this weight by 16 oz., and then dividing this Nr. by the number of pouches in your finished blanket. (You can use a digital food scale to put the determined nr. of oz. in each pouch, or follow Laura's ex. w/the measuring cup.)
@jennielynnschlageter65866 жыл бұрын
Great video Laura!
@rhiannahedrick16636 жыл бұрын
I love your videos & am so jealous of your lovely silver hair. I have a niece & a good friends child both with etreme nonverbal autism as well as my best friends daughter who is mildly autistic who I'm now going to make weighted lap blankets for if their parents are open to using them.
@SL-dc7uk6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!! I'm definitely try this ❤️❤️
@elizabethvallely40446 жыл бұрын
WOW! Would make a very nice gift for someone, thank you for Sharing!!! Liz...
@kcquilting20066 жыл бұрын
Awesome tutorial! I’ve been meaning to make one!
@adaholmes92106 жыл бұрын
Rocking out the beautiful hair!
@matilda26 жыл бұрын
Interesting. You made it look easy
@jamesupton22843 жыл бұрын
Thank you oh, this was a very informative video.
@kismetmassey11055 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making it easy 🤗😍
@kellierichard17475 жыл бұрын
My son has autism and he has a weighted blanket it is 20 lb and it does work for him but he does not like it
@christinasullivan93046 жыл бұрын
Another awesome tutorial 😊😊
@mrswmayres6 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial...thank you!
@humblepup1365 жыл бұрын
❤ ty.
@justyoutube33626 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!! I will be making a few of them.
@jenihansen72016 жыл бұрын
For some reason, I was not able to follow this very well. I wonder why?