Cozy Throw Blankets For Every Season And Budget
A home is just not complete without a collection of cozy throw blankets for naps, chilly nights in front of the tv, football games and gatherings around the outdoor fire pit. I grew up in the 70s and 80s and throw blankets were either of the handmade-by-grandma variety (nothing wrong with that) or made of wool so scratchy that you would rather freeze than use it to warm up. Throws, and textiles in general, have come a long way and the options are endless; soft alpaca knits, lightweight cotton, ultra soft fleece, dramatic chunky knits. You name it, it’s probably made into a blanket. We certainly own our fair share but one thing that has caught my attention in recent years is the impact of textiles on our environment and our health. It never occurred to me that the fabrics we wear and use in our home could be harboring harmful substances and I’ve become more conscious about looking for items made with safer textiles. If you are concerned about this and want to purchase more consciously as well, look for OEKO-TEX, GOTS and MADE SAFE certifications on the product or in the product description. Some brands, like Coyuchi and Avocado Mattress, are solely dedicated to manufacturing and selling products made with safe and sustainable fabrics under incredibly strict standards. I’m sharing a variety of throw blankets in this post, some of them will have these previously mentioned certifications and some will not, but I did try to find blankets either labeled as “non-toxic” or “sustainably sourced.”
Lightweight Options (good for summer, warmer climates or if you need a light layer)
Coyuchi Topanga Organic Matelasse Throw - Made with 100% organic undyed cotton yarn. GOTS certified. Each throw is different and unique due to nature of the fabric. Four color options. $148
West Elm Walker Noble Kuba Throw - Made with 100% organic GOTS certified cotton in a neutral sand color. West Elm worked in collaboration with L.A. artist, Walker Noble, to design this unique throw. $90
Kyra Home Muslin Cotton Throw - 100% organic cotton made from plant-dyed yarn. Description claims to have OEKO-TEX® Type 2 certification. 11 colors and 2 sizes. Over 2,500 five-star reviews. $28-$37
Midweight Options (good for spring or fall when it’s not too cold or hot)
Boll & Branch Sweater Knit Throw - 100% organic cotton knit. Fair Trade Factory, GOTS and STANDARD 100 OEKO-TEX® certified. A luxurious, high quality organic cotton blanket. Available in 3 colors. $148
West Elm Double Cotton Throw - 100% sustainably sourced cotton with a 85% cotton and 15% linen lining. 5 color options. $90
Pottery Barn Hayes Faux Mohair Throw - 55% polyester and 45% acrylic. STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® and sustainably sourced materials. Super soft, warm and with a heathered, twill weave. Available in 4 colors. $79
Super Soft and Cozy Options (good for colder weather)
Pottery Barn Dream Faux Fur Throw - 100% recycled STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® certified polyester. Fluffy and soft. Three neutral colors. $129.
Cariloha Plush Bamboo Throw Blanket - Carbon neutral item that’s made with 50% bamboo viscose and 50% polyester. Soft and plush. Available in three colors. $119.
Pottery Barn Fireside Cozy Sherpa Reversible Throw - 100% STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® certified polyester. Comes in red, tobacco and ivory. $49
Wool or Other Natural Animal Fiber Options (non-synthetic and good for colder weather)
Coyuchi Tahoe Climate Beneficial Wool Throw - 100% climate beneficial wool sourced from a Northern California ranch. Wool is produced in woven in the USA. Washed and combed for softness. $248
Pottery Barn Blomus Merino Wool Throw - 85% wool and 15% cashmere. Crafted in Italy. Soft and lightweight. 4 neutral color options. $179
Standard Textile Home Wool Plaid Throw (sold through Target) - 100% brushed wool. Super soft. Traditional plaid with fringe detail. Available in 2 colors. $140
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