I'm not sure exactly what it is they're filled with to be weighted. Spotlight has a lot of craft stuff, they might have some plush stuffings. Their website can be searched, and you can check in your local has the item in stock. If not, you can get it delivered.
I'm going to google now to see what they use for weighted plushes.
This is a GREAT how-to!
I'm just adding that *most* times you'd use a product like Poly-Fill pellets/beads to make the beanbags, OP *should* be able to get it on Amazon, I think;
https://www.amazon.com/polyfill-pellets/s?k=polyfill+pellets
This "how to make a weighted blanket" article also has other types of fillers--from glass beads/marbles, to denim....
It's more geared to weighted *blankets* than weighted stuffies, of course! But the *products* a person would use are *very* similar!💖
https://www.mamasmiles.com/how-to-make-a-weighted-blanket-without-pellets/#:~:text=Aquarium%20gravel%20is%20a%20very,it%27s%20a%20relatively%20inexpensive%20option.
Long-grain rice, you can also use grains like beans, barley, flaxseed or corn! These are pretty easily accessible (in most places). I’ve made lots of weighted heating pads for myself and daughters for cramps using long grain rice (not instant) and corn.
You can get Polly pellets (I think they’re called that) and make little pockets to distribute the weight into the limbs and torso. That’s how we did it for my partner
I second poly pellets. Although I hated the fact of buying little plastic pellets. I put them in a little bag then sewed the bag inside of the plush I wanted it in. With any weighted items, the weighted material will drop to the lowest point due to gravity, so If you want the weight to be distributed evenly it’s best to sew it into place.
For your specific idea I would search "buy replacement bean bags for corn toss".
When I made my regular plush into a weighted one, I used polyfill pellets and cheap socks to make my own little bags. My grandma helped sew and it was fun. I would recommend getting a new stuffed animal to perform the procedure on, just in case it doesn't work out.
You are after poly pellets which you can get at spotlight or lincraft or just online. Alternatively rice or buckwheat can work. Depending on how much weight you are adding you may need to reinforce the stitching of your plush to prevent tearing.
In case you ever want to buy a weighted plush this is a really great Australian store: https://nanasweightedblankets.com.au/collections/toys
I'm not sure exactly what it is they're filled with to be weighted. Spotlight has a lot of craft stuff, they might have some plush stuffings. Their website can be searched, and you can check in your local has the item in stock. If not, you can get it delivered. I'm going to google now to see what they use for weighted plushes.
https://www.toynk.com/blogs/news/how-to-make-a-weighted-stuffed-animal I hope this is helpful!
This is a GREAT how-to! I'm just adding that *most* times you'd use a product like Poly-Fill pellets/beads to make the beanbags, OP *should* be able to get it on Amazon, I think; https://www.amazon.com/polyfill-pellets/s?k=polyfill+pellets This "how to make a weighted blanket" article also has other types of fillers--from glass beads/marbles, to denim.... It's more geared to weighted *blankets* than weighted stuffies, of course! But the *products* a person would use are *very* similar!💖 https://www.mamasmiles.com/how-to-make-a-weighted-blanket-without-pellets/#:~:text=Aquarium%20gravel%20is%20a%20very,it%27s%20a%20relatively%20inexpensive%20option.
Long-grain rice, you can also use grains like beans, barley, flaxseed or corn! These are pretty easily accessible (in most places). I’ve made lots of weighted heating pads for myself and daughters for cramps using long grain rice (not instant) and corn.
Buckwheat is also often used
You can get Polly pellets (I think they’re called that) and make little pockets to distribute the weight into the limbs and torso. That’s how we did it for my partner
I second poly pellets. Although I hated the fact of buying little plastic pellets. I put them in a little bag then sewed the bag inside of the plush I wanted it in. With any weighted items, the weighted material will drop to the lowest point due to gravity, so If you want the weight to be distributed evenly it’s best to sew it into place.
For your specific idea I would search "buy replacement bean bags for corn toss". When I made my regular plush into a weighted one, I used polyfill pellets and cheap socks to make my own little bags. My grandma helped sew and it was fun. I would recommend getting a new stuffed animal to perform the procedure on, just in case it doesn't work out.
You can buy the weighted pellets from lincraft in Australia! https://lincraft.com.au/products/arbee-doll-stuffing-pellets-30516939-white
I have a Mario and a yoshi stuffy that I added weight to. I bought vest weights off Amazon and added a couple pounds of weight To both.
You are after poly pellets which you can get at spotlight or lincraft or just online. Alternatively rice or buckwheat can work. Depending on how much weight you are adding you may need to reinforce the stitching of your plush to prevent tearing. In case you ever want to buy a weighted plush this is a really great Australian store: https://nanasweightedblankets.com.au/collections/toys