flathippo

Custom Weighted Blankets, DIY Kits, & Bulk Glass Beads.

Florence, Arizona On Etsy since 2017

898 Sales | 5 out of 5 stars

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flathippo

Custom Weighted Blankets, DIY Kits, & Bulk Glass Beads.

Florence, Arizona | 898 Sales

5 out of 5 stars

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Announcement    We create handmade, custom weighted blankets, allowing you to pick the color, size, and weight. We even have an option to purchase printed cotton fabric. If you want to make your own then our Do-It-Yourself Kits are the answer. DIY Kits come with instructions and glass beads already weighted and prepackaged. Already know how to make the blankets or need our glass beads for a different craft then we can help you with bulk beads.

**Find additional pre-made items including ship-ready and quick-start products on our website at flathippo.com**

We're called Flat Hippo because our heavy weighted blankets and lap pads are flat, using denser materials for a thinner blanket that is easier to carry around, fold, and pack.

We create weighted blankets and lap pads for those with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Autism, Anxiety, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Parkinson's, Insomnia, Restless Leg Syndrome, etc. Great for kids and adults!

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- For those in the local Phoenix Metro area that would like to pick up their blanket from our home office in Chandler or Mesa, AZ, or our home office in Decatur, IL, use code LOCALPICKUP to remove shipping charges.

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Last updated on Dec 22, 2019

We create handmade, custom weighted blankets, allowing you to pick the color, size, and weight. We even have an option to purchase printed cotton fabric. If you want to make your own then our Do-It-Yourself Kits are the answer. DIY Kits come with instructions and glass beads already weighted and prepackaged. Already know how to make the blankets or need our glass beads for a different craft then we can help you with bulk beads.

**Find additional pre-made items including ship-ready and quick-start products on our website at flathippo.com**

We're called Flat Hippo because our heavy weighted blankets and lap pads are flat, using denser materials for a thinner blanket that is easier to carry around, fold, and pack.

We create weighted blankets and lap pads for those with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Autism, Anxiety, PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Parkinson's, Insomnia, Restless Leg Syndrome, etc. Great for kids and adults!

COUPONS
- For those in the local Phoenix Metro area that would like to pick up their blanket from our home office in Chandler or Mesa, AZ, or our home office in Decatur, IL, use code LOCALPICKUP to remove shipping charges.

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About flathippo

Sales 898
On Etsy since 2017
  • We ship blankets in protective plastic to keep out water and dust while shipping.
  • Throw size flannel blanket rolled up and ready to go.
  • We roll up our blankets from one end when we ship them to you to make it easier for you to place them on your bed.
  • Close-up of one of our flannel blankets. We reinforce our edges with two top-stitches using strong polyester thread.

Just a few sensory kid parents bringing awareness and helping to relieve challenges from sensory-related disorders.

Shop members

  • Becky Crockett

    Owner, Business Manager, Full Seamstress, Customer Service

    Becky created the Flat Hippo brand of weighted blankets and other sensory products in 2016 with business partner, Linda Fox. She has children with sensory and speech issues as well as one with ADHD, and her brother has Autism.

  • Linda Fox

    Owner, Product Development Director, Full Seamstress

    Linda Fox is a talented artist, designer, and seamstress. Her passion for weighted blankets and other sensory products comes from her role as a mother to an autistic child. She is Director over new product development at Flat Hippo.

  • Barb Jackson

    Marketing, Finances, And Full Seamstress

    Retired Air Force and Aunt to an autistic child. She researches marketing opportunities, community events, and works to get the word out about our products. She is also a seamstress who makes beautiful weighted blankets and lap pads.

  • Pat G

    Full Seamstress

    The owners' mother and grandmother. She's been making beautiful large quilts for many years and prides herself on her hand quilting. Also provides wonderful business advice and direction.

  • Donna C

    Full Seamstress

    An experienced seamstress with quilts, clothing, you name it! Owned her own sewing shop for years. Has provided great advice for improving blanket quality as well as business advice.

  • Susan

    Initial Seamstress

    Our newest seamstress. She works hard and does a great job.

  • Taryn S

    Full Seamstress

    Taryn has some special needs children of her own, so while the work she does helps to support her family, she also gets to contribute to helping others in need.

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Last updated on Apr 3, 2019
Frequently asked questions
Sizing details

Our general sizing is as follows:
- lap pad: 16x20"
- small throw/toddler: 30x40"
- large throw/child: 40x50"
- Adult/Teen Single: 40x70" (size of twin mattress)

Care instructions

Our weighted blankets and lap pads are machine washable (unless otherwise specified) preferably in a front-loading washer or one w/o an agitator). We recommend washing with a full load of clothes/towels/blankets to maintain balance. For blankets heavier than 14 lbs, we recommend washing/drying in commercial machines (such as at a laundromat or dry cleaners). Not responsible for damage to washers/dryers.

Wholesale availability

Please contact us for details on programs available for medical and mental health professionals as well as fundraising programs.

Fillings

Our weighted filling is glass micro beads which are much more dense and just as washable as poly pellets so they make for a thinner, less chunky blanket and they flow wonderfully between the layers of fabric, making it easier to maneuver, fold, and wash.

Fabric

We offer weighted blankets and lap pads in both cotton broadcloth and flannel material as well as a few specialty materials as indicated.

Cotton broadcloth is generally more lightweight for warmer climates and users.

We recommend selecting a lightweight fabric for your weighted blanket and then adding additional bedding above or below the weighted blanket for additional warmth as needed.