How to Make Sensory Blankets for Dementia Care

Hi, is it ok to make the blanket without the stabilizer? Should you use thicker fabric without the stabilizer? Thanks!

We find that the size needs to be closer to 24" x 36" so as to also keep a lap warm for many people. Some folks just naturally sit with their knees comfortably apart. Items can also be strategically placed along the 1 long edge and 2 short edges to keep them more secure, or the fidget boxes can be limited to the lap top with wide trim around the 3 edges.

Where can I send fiddle mats to dementia patients in Maryland?

Hi Annie

You may want to incorporate these no sew blankets

https://www.goldencarers.com/no-sew-knotted-blanket-kits/7041/

I don't sew, so can I knit or crochet fiddle blankets?

When making the blankets for the elderly is polka dot material ok and bright colors?

Thank you so much for the inspiration! I made one for my partner's grandmother with slightly different activities (a crocheted bunny that she could tuck in to bed, a pouch pocket taken from a fluffy jacket with hidden things inside, and some bouncy string things). She seems to love it. Always something new for her to find. Really appreciative. Best wishes!

I would like the pattern as I would like to make some fidget blankets for our old folks home here in Northam Western Australia

Is it possible to have the pattern please for the twiddle blankets as my local ED department is desperate for some x

Thank you Karen Collins

Is it OK to crochet a fidget blanket ?

Please send the pattern for sewing and for knitting or crochet to my email . I just love the simplicity . Thank you . Edelgard

Thanks for the instructions! I have been wanting to make some of these

Quota Beenleigh Inc. has a newly formed Handcraft Project group (I’m the Coordinator). We would like to make fidget cloths etc for both disabled and dementia sufferers. Can you please give me guidelines regarding safety and construction that I can pass onto our members and community helpers?

Hi ,I would like to make one for our memory support community ..any ideal suggestions how I can start with?

If any pictures would help me?

Anyone have any clue please drop your idea for me would be appreciated

Wouldn’t it be easier to decorate the top fabric before sewing together?

What is the ideal size to knit a fiddle blanket please.?

Are certain colours better for twiddle muffs I seem to remember someone telling me that colour was important to people suffering with dementia ???

Do you use twiddle muffs as well? I have a few ready to go if you would like them

Thanks Janet! We would love to see a pic when you are finished!

Love the simplicity of your instructions. I can't wait to make a sensory blanket for my grandma.