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

Which blanket is warmest for winter: wool vs recycled cotton vs alpaca?

Want the warmest winter blanket? Compare wool, merino, alpaca and our Cloud Cotton to find the best warmth for your home.

January 15, 2026 — Bethan John

On The Sofa: With Clarissa Hulse and Bethan John

Go behind the scenes of the Clarissa Hulse x The British Blanket Company collaboration, blending nature-inspired prints with British weaving craft

September 03, 2025 — Bethan John

Garden flowers merino wool throw blanket collection stacked up with a rustic vase of flowers and terracotta flower pots by The British Blanket Company online shop

New Special Edition wool blanket collection: Garden Flowers

The British Blanket Company is thrilled to announce the launch of our new blanket collection, Garden Flowers... just in time for the arrival of spring! Woven from soft merino lambswool. Made in the UK in the Scottish Highlands. Choose from six colours inspired by cottage garden flowers.

March 08, 2023 — Bethan John

Which wool blankets are warmest and softest?

In this blog, we’ll answer the two most common questions asked by people deciding which wool blanket is best for them: Which wool blankets softest, and which wool blankets are warmest! Plus, we’ll consider the pros and cons of natural wool blankets compared with synthetic materials.

February 14, 2022 — Bethan John