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

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Is buying wool products ethical?

One of the positive things to have come out of the past year is that more people are making ethical choices when they shop. From supporting small and local producers,...

June 15, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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What's New This Summer with our British-Made Blankets

It seems like only yesterday that we started The British Blanket Company and made our first blanket sale! Since 2015 we've been on a mission to bring colour and cosiness...

June 09, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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How To Create a Cosy Reading Nook In Your Home

According to Cicero “a room without books is like a body without a soul” and we must agree that books add warmth and cosiness when displayed at home. Settling down...

June 04, 2021 — Bethan John

Beyond The BBQ: unique ideas for garden gatherings

Who doesn't love a BBQ? It's hard to beat a burger fresh off the grill, but why not make your next garden party a bit more unique? Here are three playful ideas to go...

May 18, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

Classy Kit for Camping in Comfort

Campsites have just opened again and holidays under canvas are a must this summer, for seasoned campers and newbies alike. If you're considering a camping holiday in the UK this...

May 13, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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How to throw the perfect picnic gathering

Picnic season has arrived and we couldn't be more excited about the go-to activity of this summer. Delicious food and delightful company are all that's needed but, to make your outdoor gathering extra special, we've...

April 29, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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Inspiration for #PetsinBlankets: Our photo contest

Earlier this year we launched #petsinblankets, a brilliant new photo contest on Instagram. We've never enjoyed a competition so much, as we get to look at all your cute pets snuggled...

April 26, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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How Wool Is Environmentally Friendly

22nd April is Earth Day, an annual reminder of the small lifestyle changes we can all make to collectively help protect the environment. We thought this would be the perfect day to delve deeper into...

April 21, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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The hottest interior trends of 2021

After a year of lockdown, we’re all reconsidering the space in our homes like never before. From juggling WFH and home schooling, to the frustrations of furlough, our experiences of...

April 20, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

6 interior designer accounts we love for Spring inspiration

When we think of Spring, we think of warmer weather and colourful hues. Here at The British Blanket Company, we are constantly looking at ways our wool blankets and throws...

April 16, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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Behind the Blanket: how we make our product 100% British

Did you know that every single throw, scarf and blanket from The British Blanket Company is made right here in the British Isles? Since day one, we’ve committed to weaving...

April 05, 2021 — Bethan John

Take your picnics to the next level with these tips

Picture this: the sun is shining, you have a hamper full of delicious goodies in one hand and a luxury picnic blanket in the other. Yes that's it, picnic season has...

March 25, 2021 — Amanda McCullough