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Style your bed like an interior designer: pro tips revealed

Spring is in the air and styling your bedroom in a new way is quick and simple, once you know the tricks of the trade. In this blog, we reveal...

March 25, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

An XL wool blanket from The British Blanket Company is spread out across a beautiful chair

The myth of pure wool and warmer weather

We all know that wool is the best natural material for keeping warm in winter. But, did you know, wool can also help keep you cool in warmer weather too? Dig deeper into the science of why wool blankets are perfect for keeping comfortable in all seasons.

March 24, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

8 quirky and romantic places to unwind in the UK

Dreaming of coastal retreats or country views of rolling hills and blue skies? What about a unique weekend away, high-above the ground in a treehouse? Here are eight quirky UK...

March 22, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

A pile of wool blankets from The British Blanket Company on top of a yellow velvet couch

Cosy business: Tips for a fantastic nap

Did you know that there is a National Napping Day? In fact, it takes place yearly on the 15th of March! Being in the business of blankets it's not surprising that...

March 12, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

Here, delicate off-white walls painted in Earthborn’s Up Up Away are complemented by a strip of Peach Baby, perfectly highlighting a feature window

Easy ways to give your home decor a spring refresh

Easy ways to give your home decor a spring refresh Spring is unquestionably the most joyful of seasons, but perhaps this spring more than any, we are welcoming it with...

March 09, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

British Blanket Company Founders with their mum on a coastal walk

How to make Mother's Day special from afar

Despite the hopeful news of restrictions easing, Mother's Day is still going to look a little different this year. Letting the Mum in your life know how much you appreciate her goes...

March 08, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

The Bristol outdoor pubs we love

Bristol is a city that really comes to life in the summer months and enjoying a cold drink outdoors on a sunny day is one of the great pleasures that...

March 05, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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Books and Blankets: 3 Novels To Cosy Up With

Nothing goes together better than books and blankets! No matter the season or weather, a great book and a cosy blanket is always a great idea. Here are three gripping books...

March 01, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

Best Walks Around Bristol

Best Walks Around Bristol Walking has always been a popular weekend activity, but recently walks have become a lifeline in what can otherwise feel like a monotonous day. As a...

February 18, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

Our perfect pancake recipe and other cosy comfort foods we love

Pancake Day is just around the corner! We thought it would be nice for Janine, our intern and resident recipe creator and food blogger, to share one of her favourite pancake recipes....

February 12, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

How to create a cosy house and feel warmer when working from home

How to create a cosy house and feel warmer when working from home BUY: Burnished Merino Wool Oversized Wool Blanket Scarf The new work normal With working from home...

February 11, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

A person holding a yellow blanket, with a focus on their hand gripping the fabric, against an outdoor backdrop.

4 reasons to buy British and buy Small in 2021

Why buy British? It’s a question that in recent years has been asked more and more in the e-commerce world. At the British Blanket Company, we embrace Britain’s long weaving...

February 08, 2021 — Amanda McCullough