How Calmi Cubes help with stimulus processing
Author: Tanja Damhof
Webshop owner and mother
Rest in your hands
Do you know that feeling? Your mind is full, your to-do list seems endless, and your hands are searching for something to play with. Calmi Cubes were created precisely for those moments – small, quiet tools that help you find peace, regulate tension, and refocus. 
More than a fidget toy
Calmi Cubes aren't just fidget toys, they're fidget tools . That distinction is important.
While many fidget toys simply add stimulation—with light, sound, or quick movements—Calmi Cubes work the opposite way. They bring stimulation back to the body , helping you ground yourself without distraction.
The soft surfaces, zippers, beads, and buttons invite you to touch, press, and move. These calming, tactile stimuli create relaxation in the body – and thus peace of mind.
Support for ADHD, autism and stimulus processing
For children (and adults) with ADHD , autism or sensory processing disorder, Calmi Cubes can be a valuable support.
They help:
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in regulating tension and overstimulation
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to concentrate better during (school) work
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when processing sensory information in a calm, predictable manner
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to strengthen self-regulation and body awareness
Because the Cubes are quiet and compact, they can also be used effectively in a classroom or therapy room – without disturbing or adding extra stimuli.
Soft focus through movement
What happens when you play with a Calmi Cube seems small but has a big impact.
Pressing, threading, or twisting activates the hands and calms the nervous system. This is not only helpful for restless feelings but also supports executive functions such as attention, impulse control, and planning.
A child who works quietly with his hands can listen, think and focus better – because the energy gets a positive outlet.
In the classroom, at home or on the go
Calmi Cubes fit into any environment. In the classroom, they calm busy hands, at home they help with transitioning between activities, and on the go they offer comfort during stimulating moments.
Thanks to the carabiner, they are easy to carry on your bag, key ring or trouser loop – so peace and quiet is always within reach.
Lovingly designed – with knowledge and connection
The Calmi Cubes were developed in collaboration with occupational therapist Silvia Resei , an expert in sensory play. Every detail—from the textures to the movement elements—was designed with practical experience in mind: what truly helps children with regulation, concentration, and fine motor skills?
But the story goes further than that.
Jolly Designs has been collaborating for years with a small, family-owned business in India, where the Cubes are carefully handcrafted. Behind every Cube is a face, a family, a story.
What many people don't know is that every Calmi Cube sold helps pay the school fees of the seamstresses' children .
It's not a marketing promise, it's a belief.
A sign of true connection – from family to family, from child to child.
Because behind every product lies not only craftsmanship, but also a message:
We see you. We appreciate you. And together we're building something great.
Why I and our children love the Calmi Cubes so much
Because they do exactly what good support materials should do: support without being overpowering .
They are quiet, subtle and effective – making them perfect for children and adults who just need that little bit of support to regain their own balance.
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