Anti-stress pillow: 45 photos, with balls inside, anti-stress fish

What is it for?

What is the name of such a thing: anti-stress pillow, muffin pillow, toy, crusher. Why it’s useful:

Improves well-being in any situation. Many diseases develop under stress. The product is aimed at eliminating it.
Increased working endurance. Good rest and stress-free sleep improve the quality of work.
Relaxation – when you squeeze and unclench your fingers on the product, relaxation comes after a while.
An opportunity to forget about problems for a while. Thoughts calm down, difficulties fade into the background, lightness and thoughts about “nothing” appear.
An anti-stress pillow improves your mood. Bright, cheerful design helps redirect emotions to positive ones.

What else is it needed for:

develops fine motor skills;
versatility - suitable for sleeping, playing, traveling;
decorates the room, immediately catches the eye, gives the room individuality;
has a positive effect on the nerve endings of the arms, neck and head during games and sleep;
speeds up thought processes;
Children love these pillows, their versatility and pleasant feel.

The benefits of mnushka are obvious. There are no contraindications for its use.

Anti-stress pillows: benefits

Such pillows are also called “mushki”. Thanks to a special filler, they provide a light massage, affecting the nerve endings. The therapeutic effect is achieved in the place affected by the pillow. This could be the area of the head, neck or arms (you can simply knead the pillow in your hands to feel relief).

The effect of this pillow:

improvement of well-being;
increased performance;
relaxation;
an opportunity to escape from problems.

Fillers

Polystyrene is often used to fill the internal space. Pillows with polystyrene beads are the most common. The material is foamed and turned into small granules. Characteristics:

light material, a small child can pick up a large toy;
does not absorb liquid;
does not go outside;
not interesting to microorganisms, fungus, mold, dust mites;
does not break, keeps its shape throughout the entire period of use;
distributed evenly under pressure, taking the shape of the object;
a pillow filled with synthetic material balls is non-allergenic and will not harm people with asthma or children;
inexpensive, does not require special care.

There are products with silicone balls. They are safe for everyone, including children. Properties of silicone filler:

does not absorb moisture;
soft, suitable for daytime and nighttime sleep;
Suitable for hand, machine wash, cleaning;
do not collect and repel dust;
Antimicrobial coating protects against harmful bacteria.

What else are anti-stress pillows filled with: buckwheat husks and wool are used from natural materials. Such pillows are more expensive and more difficult to care for. With poor care, the shape is lost and the beneficial properties disappear. The version with husks will be much heavier than the synthetic one; it’s definitely not worth playing pillow fights with them. Husk increases blood circulation, relaxes the entire spine, and eliminates snoring.

Filling for anti-stress pillows with camel hair is useful for people with the following diseases:

arthritis;
arthrosis;
rheumatism;
diseases in the nasopharynx area.

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The balls are pleasant to knead, this action relaxes and improves fine motor skills. Sleeping on such pillows improves blood circulation in the head.

Cases

They are usually made from cotton or polyester. The popular material supplex contains up to 80% lycra. The rest is chemical fibers of nylon, nylon, microfiber, polyester or elastane. The supplex stretches perfectly in all directions and returns to its original state.

After washing it does not stretch or shrink. Dries quickly and does not wrinkle.

This is an environmentally friendly material that is pleasant to the touch. It is even used to make sportswear, circus clothing, and dance outfits for children and adults.

The fabric does not fade or fade. Suitable for making bright products.

Where to find and buy an anti-stress pillow

Mnushki can be found in almost any gift store in Moscow and St. Petersburg, in the children's toy departments. Typically, such products have an original design and are pleasant to the touch, so they are often given as gifts, because they will delight any person. Manufacturers offer different shapes, colors and sizes. Children can be given in the form of a flower, a fish, a car, a ball, an animal; for adults, more practical ones: rollers, semicircular in shape under the neck for travel. You can find a large assortment and buy it in online stores. On average, a small product costs 300 rubles, a large one – about 1000 rubles. The price is affected by the complexity of the design and size.

Models of anti-stress pillows for children and adults come in a wide variety of shapes and colors

The case with polystyrene contents has a pillowcase on which you can order an original inscription, photograph or logo. This also makes it easier to care for the product; just remove the pillowcase for washing.

Gift options for anti-stress pillows that can be given to adults for the holidays

Shapes, sizes

Anti-stress pillows with balls inside come in different shapes. Classic square and rectangular. Unusual looking:

circle, triangle, cylinder;
heart;
cartoon characters - minions, Smeshariki, fixies;
cat head, octopus with tentacles;
pillow in the shape of a fish, flower, car;
a donut or ice cream cone for food lovers;
semicircle under the neck - for traveling, in the car, when watching TV;
cushion under the neck - those who sleep on their sides will like it;
headrests – for babies or adults during sedentary work.

There are many more different types. Everyone will find something suitable for themselves.

Pillow sizes:

classic 50x70 or 50x50 are used for sleeping;
small ones - in the form of toys or under the neck;
large - up to half the size of the bed, comfortable for full placement on them or for hugs.

If you don’t like anything in the store, they sew it to order. The drawing is optionally applied in the form of photo printing. Some people do it with their own hands, it’s not difficult.

Adviсe

To decorate the balloon, poke a few small holes in the outer balloon. If the balls are different colors, a different color will show through these holes.
You can decorate the anti-stress ball with a permanent marker.
If you wet the cornstarch, the ball becomes hard when squeezed. Before using this ball, wait 20 minutes for the starch to become wet. But such a ball can quickly break.

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Handmade production

First you need to prepare the necessary components:

textile;
threads;
needle;
filler;
pattern
optional decorative elements, lock.

There are many options for patterns on the Internet, from basic to the most complex. Step-by-step making of an anti-stress pillow with your own hands:

Cut pieces of fabric according to the pattern. It is better to sew inside out, so you need to leave 5 cm for ease of turning.
Sew them tightly by hand or on a machine, leaving room for the filling. It is advisable to sew a lock in this place so that you can pull out the filler if necessary, or add it if there is a shortage.
Turn inside out, fill and sew/fasten. Decorate as desired.

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It's worth trying the simple option for the first time. For example, an oval and separately the ears of an owl or a cat. Just paint the face. Special eyes are glued on.

They also make simple rolls or semicircles under the head. You can sew it for the whole family and feel free to go on a trip.

Selection, application

There are different anti-stress pillows and choose them depending on their purpose:

A bright, cool pillow in the shape of an animal, a movie hero, is suitable as a gift for adult men or women. For a birthday it will be suitable in the form of a zodiac sign, if a person is not skeptical about this. There are options of unusual shapes - for example, in the form of breasts. Employees of a certain company can order a batch with a logo.

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They choose for the child based on their interests. There is no need to buy a girl a pink one with glitter, or a boy one in the shape of a car. If your interests are unknown, it is better to buy something neutral - a toy pillow in the shape of a cat, puppy or famous cartoon character. Children can use them in everyday games or sleep like soft toys.
If the purchase will further decorate the room, it should match the color and design. This item is bought with a silk, bamboo or synthetic cover.

Anti-stress sleeping pillows are chosen based on their hardness and comfort. The head should not sag too much. There should be a pleasant feeling. The quality of sleep will improve, neck and back pain will decrease. These are standard square, rectangular products or rollers.

Treatment options contain carbon threads. They are made from carbon molecules. They normalize blood pressure, activate blood circulation in the brain, and remove negative energy accumulated during the day. There are pillows with silver threads. Removes static electricity and eliminates insomnia. They set the body up for rest and relax it.

The travel pillow can be in the form of a cushion. But it is more convenient in the shape of a semicircle with a hole, especially for drivers. This is a comfortable neck pillow that will relax your neck. The item is taken with you into the car, plane or train.

Pregnant women benefit from a relaxation pillow. It improves the quality of sleep, relaxes the back and neck. Helps swollen, heavy legs. For pregnant women, a larger filler is used. At first it seems harsh, but it relieves women of these problems well.

The development of fine motor skills is important at any age. Children begin to think, think, read, speak and write faster. In adults, memory improves, brain aging slows down, and the nervous system relaxes.

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How to make an anti-stress ball at home

It is not necessary to buy an anti-stress toy in the store. You can make a calming ball yourself from various available materials.

From flour

To make a ball you will need 2 balloons and 1 kg of flour.

For the procedure, prepare a funnel or the cut off neck of a plastic bottle. Pull the ball over the neck and fill it with flour, not filling 0.5 cm to the edges, compact the flour with a pencil. Tie the ball and decorate the finished ball with a painted face or bangs made of colored threads.

To prevent the ball from changing shape and breaking, insert the finished toy into another empty ball and tie it.

From orbiz

Orbiz are soft polymer adsorbents that can also act as a filler. For the procedure, prepare 2 balls and 300 g of orbiz. Stretch the neck of the ball and place the orbiz inside one by one. After filling the ball with the substance, tie it and carefully trim the tail.

From buckwheat

Buckwheat is useful not only as a food product, but also as a massage substance. To make anti-stress you need 130-150 g of raw cereal and a balloon. Like other homemade balls, fill the ball to the brim with buckwheat and tie the edge. The toy is ready.

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From packages

A simplified version of the ball can be made from garbage bags.

Crumple 9-10 bags into a ball. Use tape to secure their shape. The toy is ready.

From cling film

In this option, plastic bags can be replaced with cling film.

Unwind the film roll and tear it into small pieces. From the finished material, crumple up several balls of arbitrary shape. To secure, wrap the finished balls with tape.

Mesh ball

The method is based on the production of a non-Newtonian fluid, which behaves differently depending on external interaction.

You will need:

4–6 tbsp. spoons of starch;
1 glass of water;
balloon;
dense mesh;
dye.

Action plan:

Dissolve starch in water.
If the mixture is too liquid, add more starch.
To create shimmer inside, add a little dye to the mixture.
Fill 2/3 of the ball with the resulting mass.
Tie tightly and trim the end.
Wrap the finished ball in a net.
The anti-stress ball is ready.

The presence of a mesh gives the additional effect of the appearance of bubbles of a lighter shade. If you couldn’t find the grid, you can do without it.

Made from PVA glue

You can also use PVA glue to make an anti-stress ball.

You will need:

1 bottle of PVA glue;
balloon;
1 glass of soda;
mesh if desired.

Manufacturing instructions:

Mix PVA glue with baking soda in a container.
Mix well.
Pour the resulting mass into the ball through a funnel.
Tie the ball tightly and cut off the tail.

If you wish, you can wrap the finished toy in a net.

Made from plasticine

To make such an anti-stress product you will need Playdoh plasticine. Place 100 g of plasticine in a ball and tie the end. To make bubbles appear when pressed, cover the ball with mesh.

Care

Inexpensive synthetic products do not require special care. Wash them by hand or in a machine. If there is a zipper, the balls are taken out and the cover is washed separately without any problems. The granules are washed separately, only by hand:

make a soap solution, liquid or laundry soap or shampoo will do;
place the balls in it so that the water completely covers it;
leave for 5-10 minutes;
stir the soapy liquid with your hands;
carefully drain the water so as not to lose the balls;
Rinse thoroughly, no foam should remain.

Hand wash one piece:

pour warm water into a basin up to 40 degrees;
add detergent for delicate fabrics, stir;
place the relaxation pillow in the basin and wash it as usual;
rinse in running water;
squeeze a little and put to dry in a ventilated room on a horizontal surface.

Other drying options: hang by the ears on clothespins, wrap in a terry towel.

Important

If the water is very dirty during the washing process, replace it with clean water, add detergent and wash it a second time.

Machine washable anti-stress pillow:

put it in a pillowcase and sew it up (or zip it up, if you have one);
select the manual (gentle) program;
use a product for delicate fabrics;
turn off spin or leave 400 rpm;
after washing, squeeze lightly and send to dry, as in the first method.

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In this case, instead of a bag, a pillowcase is used so that if the product with granules ruptures, they will not clog inside the machine and spoil it.

The use of bleaching and aggressive detergents is not allowed for washing. Decorative items are washed twice a year. The pillow they sleep on is the same - after all, they put a pillowcase on it. The toy should be washed once every month or two, especially if it belongs to a child.

A fresh stain is wiped with a sponge with liquid or laundry soap or dish soap. If it is heavily soiled, leave it for 10 minutes. Rinse the soft item completely under the tap or wash the cleaned part. Be sure to remove stains before washing.

Some general tips:

the stray filler for anti-stress pillows is taken out of the case and combed with a large comb;
drip a little of your favorite essential oil onto the washed, dried item in a corner, the smell will remain until the next wash;
If the cover is good, but the filling has deteriorated and cannot be restored, buy a new one - it is inexpensive.

Once you buy a pillow, you will never want to part with it. The product will become a faithful companion at home, at work, and on a trip. Some people buy several different ones so that there is a soft mush everywhere.