Hey all,
One of my oldest and dearest friends is looking for a pattern we aren't sure exists. She has a nephew who has been diagnosed with autism. He's pretty high functioning, but he still has some major challenges. He is going to a specialized school that really seems to be helping him. (for which we are all very grateful!!) One of the things the school uses to help the children with their sensory integration issues is weighted clothing and/or pads. From what she was describing, I'm picturing a lap robe type thing that has weighted pockets on either end. They aren't sure why it works, but it works so they use it. :)
My friend is not an advanced sewer, but she knows her way around a machine pretty well. :) She works best from a pattern with instructions. Has anyone seen a pattern for anything like this? She mentioned the lap rugs and also vests.
She's in another state so I don't get to see her very often at all. If I could see what she's talking about, even pictures I could make her a pattern or pattern drafting instructions. (Or even tell her how to alter a commercial pattern.)
Any input at all would be wonderful!! I told her I would ask here because I feel sure **someone** will know.
TIA!!!
Sharon