Weighted Sequin Fidget

At first when I opened the package, I was disappointed. The tag that lists the materials and manufacturing details on one end is ugly, scratchy, and hard to remove, and there was barely any volume to the filling in the bag. It has tiny steel ball bearings inside that together weigh about 1lb, but as is, it was more like an empty sack rather than plump as I expected. The sequins are nice; they are sturdily stitched on and completely cover the surface. The blue and silver are pretty. However, it wasn't possible to lay the fidget down and brush the fingers of one hand over it because there was too little filling to weigh it down.

But after a minute I realized: I can fix this! I got my bright crafting lamp and a seam ripper and started closely examining the edges of the bag. It really is completely covered in sequins and they're well stitched; the seams of the bag are also machined very neat and tight and are nearly invisible. Those are all good features that swung my opinion more favorably. It was a challenge to find a seam on the short edge underneath the sequins, but I eventually found the right threads to tear and carefully opened a 1-inch gap at the corner. Then I went to the store and bought a pound of uncooked lentils.
I poured the lentils into the bag and filled it to my satisfaction, using a little over a cupful. Afterwards I hand-stitched the hole back together--less neatly or tightly than it was before, but good enough. Et voilà: The sequined bag now has the correct amount of weight. It lies perfectly in my lap or beside me so I can pet it to my heart's content. I sliced the manufacturer's tag off as closely as possible using a craft knife. Now I am happy with my purchase--but it sure took some doing!

My students love these. Had to give this to my student who was having major test anxiety...calmed him right down.

I loved the size and the design

This weighted fidget is extremely versatile. You can place it on your lap (hidden under your desk) and stroke the sequins to calm down and concentrate. The gentle weight adds soothing compression. I recommend it for clients of all ages, for home, school, workplace and travel.