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The best wool gifts for everyone on your Christmas list

From merino lambswool baby blankets to armchair-sized wool throws for your Granny – get all your Christmas gifts sorted with The British Blanket Company.

October 31, 2022 — Becca Parker

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New Wildweave wool blankets bring warm natural colours into your home

Inspired by the simple pleasures and glorious colours of autumn, we’re delighted to introduce Wildweave, the latest special edition wool blanket collection from The British Blanket Company.

October 27, 2022 — Bethan John

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Our top five interior colour combinations for winter

Give your home a touch of interior design style and added warmth with unexpected colour combinations

October 20, 2022 — Becca Parker

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How wool blankets can help keep you warm this winter

Resist the urge to reach for the thermostat and opt for an extra warm wool winter blanket when the temperature dips.

September 30, 2022 — Clemmie Millbank

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What size blanket should I choose?

Find the perfect sized blanket or throw for your bed, sofa and everywhere else with our handy buyer’s size guide.

September 16, 2022 — Molly Martin

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The best bedroom colours to make you sleep better and wake happy!

Choosing a colour for your bedroom is an important interior design decision but, did you know, bedroom colour can effect how well you sleep too? Today we’ll be helping you find the best bedroom colours to make you sleep better and wake up full of energy.

August 23, 2022 — Bethan John

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How to stay cool at night and sleep in the heat

With a heatwave across the UK, you’re probably struggling to sleep in the heat and wondering how to stay cool at night. These are some simple ways to make your bedroom cooler at night and tips to help you sleep better on hot summer nights.

August 12, 2022 — Bethan John

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How to style your sofa with blankets and throws

It goes without saying that we all want our homes to feel cosy and look gorgeous. The good news is, adding a blanket throw to your sofa is so simple and can warm up your space in an instant. Once you’ve picked out a new wool throw or blanket, you might be wondering how to style it in your home. Read on to learn how.

August 09, 2022 — Bethan John

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The perfect cosy gifts for any occasion

Struggling to find a cosy gift? We've got ideas that will suit any occasion, from thick woollen throws, snuggly baby blankets and soft merino scarves. Blanket gifts are a thoughtful choice.

August 02, 2022 — Amanda McCullough

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All you need to know about baby blankets

A soft baby blanket is the perfect gift for a new baby, whether that’s a gift for a baby shower or to decorate the nursery. In this buyer’s guide to baby blankets, we answer the most important questions and highlight the most adorable wool baby blankets you can buy online.

July 13, 2022 — Bethan John

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7 ideas for styling garden seating areas

7 inspiring garden seating ideas Summer is finally here! And it's the perfect time to give your garden or outdoor seating area a style refresh. Whether you're looking to upgrade...

July 11, 2022 — Bethan John

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3 ways to take cosy outside this summer

Ah, those summer nights! As warm summer days become cool summer evenings, it’s a great idea to have something warm and soft to reach for and keep off the chill. By adding outdoor summer blankets to your garden seating area, you can stay outside longer and spend more time laughing and making memories.

July 05, 2022 — Bethan John

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