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

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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

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7 Secret Spots to Lay Your Picnic Blankets in the South West

Grab your picnic blankets , we’ve got some insider knowledge about some of the most beautiful picnic spots in the UK’s South West - the ones the locals really don’t...

July 09, 2020 — Bethan John

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How to wash and care for your wool blanket

It won't come as a surprise to anyone reading that we love wool! It's natural, beautiful, warm and long-lasting, making it the perfect material for weaving our cosy blankets. Read...

June 17, 2020 — Bethan John

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Vote to help design our new blankets!

We're busy designing our first Limited Edition blanket collection and we'd love to know what you think! Vote below in our Facebook poll to have your say on the potential new colourways....

June 12, 2020 — Bethan John

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Classic Gift Ideas for Father's Day

We've dug out this photo from our family archives to remind you Father's Day is coming up on Sunday 21st June! If your Dad is as awesome as ours, you'll...

June 09, 2020 — Bethan John

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£10 off picnic rugs this weekend

Call us biased, but we don't think anywhere's more beautiful than the British Isles on a sunny day! With "staycations" now the order of the day, it's the perfect time...

May 29, 2020 — Bethan John