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The British Blanket Company New Year's Sale

To celebrate the start of a brand new year, we're having a sale, starting January 1st! Whether you’re looking for a luxury lambswool scarf to wrap up warm, a cosy...

December 31, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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Christmas despatch 2021... a year like no other!

Bethan here, just stopping in to share a few behind the scenes photos from our warehouse this Christmas before I head back in for the night shift! This year has been...

December 20, 2021 — Bethan John

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Things to do on Boxing Day with your family

Not sure how to spend the 26^th of December? Read on for great things to do on Boxing Day with your family, with activities to suit all ages. With the rush of Christmas Day over, it’s a lovely opportunity to relax with the family.

December 13, 2021 — Bethan John

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How to gift wrap presents beautifully (even the oddly shaped ones)

Your essential gift wrap guide is here! Discover sustainable gift wrapping tips to help your presents look beautiful, no matter the shape. We have pro tips to wrap oddly shaped gifts like wine bottles, ideas for gift wrapping with fabric, and beautiful ways to decorate eco-friendly brown paper gift wrap.

December 09, 2021 — Bethan John

Handpicked gift ideas to build a blanket hamper

A warm blanket, picnic rug or scarf from The British Blanket Company is a wonderful gift in itself. But, to make Christmas extra special, you might want to make our British-made wool products the centrepiece of a cosy blanket gift box, with one or two little extras tailored to the recipient.

December 07, 2021 — Bethan John

How to wear a blanket scarf: 5 styles to try

It’s that time of year again when we’re reaching for extra layers. An oversized blanket scarf is a must-have winter fashion accessory as they’re warm and perfect for bringing colour to winter outfits. In this blog, we’ll share our favourite styles and show you how to wear a blanket scarf.

December 01, 2021 — Bethan John

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Dreamy Christmas pictures to inspire you this winter

Here at The British Blanket Company we are big fans of Pinterest and use it as a constant source of inspiration for home and design tips, no matter the season. With Christmas around the corner, we're raring to get in the festive spirit and feel inspired when we look at these dreamy pictures!

November 29, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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10 quick steps to winterizing your home

Winter is coming! With cold and wet British weather on its way, it’s worth spending an hour or two this weekend to winterize your home. In this blog, we’ll explain the benefits of winterizing your home both indoors and out and give you 10 quick tasks you can complete this weekend.

November 23, 2021 — Bethan John

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Is it really made in Britain? The savvy shopper’s guide to British made gifts

90% of consumers would pay more for British made products compared to similar items made outside the UK. However, buying British isn’t always as easy as some brands try to ‘fake it British’. We’ll help you become a savvy shopper when seeking to buy British and spot the clues.

November 19, 2021 — Bethan John

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The Must-Know Decorating Rule to Combine Colour with Confidence

In this blog post, I’ll demystify the 60-30-10 decorating rule, a must-know trick to help you put colours together with confidence. Even if you haven’t heard of it by name, chances are you’ve witnessed this rule working in practice. The 60-30-10 rule is one of the simplest and most effective ways to create a balanced interior design scheme at home.

November 16, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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Gifts for Grandparents That Have Everything

What do you buy a grandparent who has everything? We've got some creative suggestions to help you choose the perfect gifts for grandparents for Christmas. We’ve hand-picked stylish ideas and creative experiences from British businesses. Each thoughtful choice shows you’ve picked their present with love.

November 12, 2021 — Bethan John

How To Shop Sustainably This Christmas

Keep it local, buy less and buy better for a more eco-friendly Christmas. We’ll help you discover sustainable Christmas gifts from British brands, find ideas for homemade natural Christmas decorations and reduce plastic packaging waste. Read on to learn how to host a greener Christmas this year.

November 03, 2021 — Amanda McCullough