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

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Wool Blankets vs Cotton

At The British Blanket Company, we are often asked about the characteristics of wool blankets - particularly about the difference between wool and cotton blankets. Which is warmer, softer or...

October 01, 2020 — Swanky

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Time to snuggle in! How to make your bedroom cosy this autumn

How to make a bedroom cosy Below we share some of our top tips for how to make a bedroom cosy, from finding soothing lighting to selecting the perfect king...

September 22, 2020 — Swanky Collaborator

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Cosy Outdoor Living Spaces for Autumn

It’s easy, once the summer has ended, to give up on your garden and retreat indoors for winter. But autumn shouldn’t have to mean less time outdoors. As long as...

September 11, 2020 — Swanky Collaborator

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Cosy living room colours to make a room look warmer

Autumn is our favourite time of the year. This is the season of golden sunlight, burnished leaves, new boots and, of course, cosy blankets. As the temperature drops and your...

September 10, 2020 — Bethan John

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She Shed Decor - Shed Interior Ideas to Create A Cosy Garden Hideaway

We’ve all seen pictures of gorgeous summerhouses and pined for a similar space of our own. If only we had a larger garden or bigger budget. And yet perhaps the...

August 25, 2020 — Bethan John

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Ahoy there! Nautical throws in classic navy, white and red

Our pure wool throws are the perfect finishing touch to a seaside-inspired room, or as a cosy rug for a day on the beach. The summer collection includes classic nautical...

August 15, 2020 — Bethan John

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Wedding Gifts For Couples Who Have Everything

Image Credit: Micheile Henderson There are few things more satisfying than finding the perfect gift. Something meaningful and worthwhile, that will be treasured and enjoyed rather than left in a dusty...

August 13, 2020 — Bethan John

Friluftsliv: Embracing a Nordic Lifestyle

In Britain, summer is a time to get outdoors and connect with nature. This year, time outdoors is more important than ever. After months restricted to our homes, the chance...

August 05, 2020 — Bethan John

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We need to talk about British wool

We need to talk about British wool. Wool is the material we love the most - every single one of our blankets is woven from this wonderful natural fibre. It's...

July 29, 2020 — Bethan John

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7 Handy Tips For Hosting The Perfect Picnic

Image Credit: Alexandra K The summer is my favourite time of the year. The days are brighter, evenings stretch long into the night and there is a feeling of optimism about...

July 27, 2020 — Bethan John

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How To Style Your Rainbow Throw

In recent years, blankets have moved beyond their traditional use as an extra layer of warmth, to become truly multipurpose items. Used as throws for the sofa, the finishing...

July 24, 2020 — Bethan John

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Design Spotlight: Grown-up Rainbow Interiors

Since the world shut down in response to the pandemic, rainbows have appeared around the globe as a symbol of hope and solidarity. They represent our gratitude to the NHS...

July 14, 2020 — Bethan John