Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to crochet a weighted blanket? Weighted blankets are known for improving sleep, calming anxiety, and helping with sensory processing disorders. Lying under one feels like an all-over hug.

Normally, weighted blankets have quilted pockets filled with plastic pellets — not an option with crochet, since the pellets would escape through the holes. So I decided to find a way to attach beads to the inside of a crochet blanket.

The trick is to make a 3-layer blanket with plastic beads embedded in the middle layer so you don’t feel them. The result is a soft, thick blanket with uniform weight distribution, perfect for added calmness.

The step-by-step pattern includes instructions for two sizes – adult/throw and kid size – or you can start with a different number of stitches to make your own size. Important:  Weighted blankets are not recommended for children under 4 years old.

What you’ll learn:  Foundation single crochet, stacked double crochet, treble cluster, crocheting with beads

• Size: 48″ x 60″ (adult) or 36″ x 48″ (kid)
• Approx weight: 12.5 lb (adult) or 7 lb (kid)
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn quantity:  6300 yards (adult) or 3600 yards (kid)
• Materials:  8700 plastic pony beads (adult) or 4800 beads (kid)
• Skill level: Intermediate.
• Estimated time to complete:  100 hours (adult) or 60 hours (kid)
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos and videos for special stitches
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  10

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!

The green blanket above was made with Caron One Pound in Hosta from Yarnspirations (affiliate link).

Brighten up your face care routine with the Sun Ray Face Scrubbies and their matching basket! This pattern shows you how to do a unique stitch that makes a matching raised pattern on both sides of the scrubby. The basket holds 8 scrubbies — one for every day of the week, plus laundry day!

What you’ll learn:  Double-post double crochet stitch, standing double crochet stitch, crab stitch, invisible join

• Size: About 3.75″ across
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn quantity:  250-300 yards
• Skill level: Intermediate. Some familiarity with the front- and/or back-post double crochet stitch is helpful.
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  7

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!

The item pictured was made with Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton in colors Orchid and Lilac (affiliate link).