The Yarn - Latest Features - A blog by The British Blanket Company

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How we started our online business (5 lessons we've learned)

Learn how to start and online business from the co-founders of The British Blanket Company, a successful UK ecommerce brand selling colourful wool blankets. We’ll share advice for how to start an online shop, business tips for beginners and the reveal the lessons we’ve learned along the way.

April 10, 2022 — Bethan John

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Six seasonal ideas for your Easter table

Spring has officially arrived and we are already thinking about Easter table ideas! What we love most about an Easter centrepiece is that it can easily be tweaked after the holidays are over. Create the perfect Spring centrepiece for your table this Easter with these ideas.

April 08, 2022 — Amanda McCullough

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How British brands are reviving heritage crafts

Is craft the new luxury? In this blog, Bethan introduces her favourite British brands working to revive heritage crafts and manufacture in the UK. This new generation of British designers, makers and heritage brands are forging a bright future for traditional crafts that were once in danger of being lost.

April 05, 2022 — Bethan John

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Interior design secrets to boost your colour confidence

Today’s blog is all about helping you overcome your fears and gain confidence when introducing bright colours to your home. We’ll reveal interior design secrets for using vibrant colours successfully, and show how to add colour to your room with a blanket without redecorating at all. Let's have fun with colour!

March 24, 2022 — Bethan John

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Raffle for Ukraine

Over 3 million people have fled their homes to escape the war in Ukraine. We know how caring The British Blanket Company community is, so let’s join together and raise as much money as we can to help! We’re holding a raffle on Instagram to raise funds for the Disasters Emergency Committee.

March 22, 2022 — Mahdi Chishty

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Brights are back! Colourful homes to inspire

Become colour confident when introducing bright colours to your home. We’ll highlight the best colourful Instagram accounts to follow, reveal interior design secrets for using vibrant colours successfully, and show how to add bold colours to your home without redecorating at all. Let’s have fun with colour!

March 17, 2022 — Bethan John

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Decorating with Daffodil

Daffodil yellow is the on-trend spring colour and works with a host of interior design colour schemes. This blog explains to decorate with Daffodil yellow. Read on for inspirational yellow interior design schemes, learn which colours go well with yellow and how to make yellow look good in a room.

March 10, 2022 — Bethan John

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What to put in a Mother's Day hamper

Spoil your mum with UK made gifts this Mother’s Day with a DIY hamper!We’ve put together a list of hamper ideas featuring just a few of our favourite British brands that are sure to be hit with mum.

March 03, 2022 — Amanda McCullough

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How to take care of your wool blankets

At the British Blanket Company, we specialise in selling beautiful wool blankets, so we know a thing or two when it comes to keeping them fresh and looking great. To take care of your blanket all you need to do is wash it when needed, dry it with the correct technique, and de-bobble from time to time.

March 01, 2022 — Mahdi Chishty

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Sustainability spotlight: Is wool the fabric of the future?

It might come as a surprise to learn that wool is one of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly materials. When it comes to its water consumption, chemical processing and renewability, wool is one of the most sustainable fibres around! This blog digs into why wool is sustainable.

February 25, 2022 — Bethan John

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Biophilic design: 3 ways to get the look

Plants aren’t just a hobby; they’re a lifestyle which is why biophilic design is trending for 2022. It's no surprise that more people are turning to plants to help not just brighten their homes but feel more connected to nature. Keep reading to find out how biophilic design can transform your home.

February 23, 2022 — Amanda McCullough

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An eco-friendly guide to spring cleaning

The seasons are changing and it’s spring cleaning time again! In this blog, we share top eco-friendly cleaning tips to clean and refresh fabrics and textiles in your home. Find out how to clean curtains, upholstery fabrics and wool blankets safely, plus the best eco-friendly laundry detergents and DIY recipes.

February 17, 2022 — Bethan John