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7 ways to have a cosy Valentine's day

7 ways to have a cosy Valentine’s Day Valentine’s day falls on a Sunday this year and, given the uncertainty with Coronavirus, a lot of us will be cosying up...

February 04, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

Pet Photography Tips and Techniques to win our #petsinblankets photo contest

Pet Photography Tips & Techniques to win our #petsinblankets photo contest Who loves snuggling in our cosy wool blankets even more than you do? Your pets of course! It...

February 03, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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5 heartfelt ways to show your appreciation from a distance

When the first lockdown was announced last year, we were amazed at the emails from employers looking for cosy gifts to send to their employees. Many of whom were working...

January 29, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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Our small business is growing: Meet our Team

With your support over the last five years, we’re expanding our small family business and creating new job opportunities for local people. This seems a perfect time for you to...

January 27, 2021 — Amanda McCullough

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New Year, New Plans

Happy new year Blanket Lovers, Bethan here! Hopefully this finds you snuggled-up away from the January chill. With the Christmas rush behind us and in another lockdown, we have a...

January 27, 2021 — Bethan John

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Warm wishes for a cosy Christmas, from our family to yours

Wow, what a year it's been! I think it's fair to say that none of us could have foreseen what 2020 would bring... it has been a tough 12 months...

December 21, 2020 — Bethan John

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Homemade Christmas: gingerbread gift tags and garlands

Are you beginning to feel festive? Christmas is just around the corner and it's time for a spot of cosy Christmas baking. This gingerbread recipe is fun and simple to...

December 11, 2020 — Bethan John

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Shop Small, Start Early with Our South West Indie Christmas Gift Guide

Get ahead with your Christmas shopping and discover unique independent brands in our South West Christmas Gift Guide. This is our curated collection of brands we know and love personally...

November 27, 2020 — Swanky Collaborator

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Gifts for Grandparents

From endless supplies of cake to a sneaky five pound note in the pocket when you visit, grandparents are renowned for showering their grandchildren with gifts. So when it comes...

November 19, 2020 — Bethan John

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Truly Special Christmas Gift Ideas for Women Who Have Everything

Finding someone the perfect gift can sometimes feel near impossible. Especially for a woman who insists she already has everything. But this year, if distance may keep us apart, gifts...

November 19, 2020 — Bethan John

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Gift Ideas Under £50

Treat someone you love to a warm and cosy feeling with the gift of a woollen blanket or scarf. If you're looking for something more substantial than the usual go-to...

November 19, 2020 — Swanky

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Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Friends

Find thoughtful gifts for friends - for their birthday, for Christmas, or just to show them how much they mean to you. Our beautiful range of cosy blankets and soft...

November 19, 2020 — Bethan John