The feel and comfort of a blanket is a personal thing. There are different types of wool and finishings to consider. Below, we have included information about each of the products to help to guide you in your purchase.

Cashmere

The ultimate in luxury and softness, it has the must luxurious feel, with soft fine cashmere, it is soft to touch. As well as a beautifully soft and silky handle, cashmere has superior insulating properties. It is said to be up to 8 times more insulating than sheep's wool, keeping you cosy and warm but at a much lighter weight. Cashmere is moisture-wicking and breathable, with temperature regulating properties, meaning that it can be used all year round

Lambswool and Cashmere

Luxuriously light, produced using a blend of 85% lambswool and 15% cashmere to create a luxuriously light and soft weave.

Duchess

Crafted from Merino Wool, this gives softness and warmth all year round., it is a lighter weight, it is ideal for keeping you warm when it's cold, and cool when it's hot. It is soft to touch.

Siesta

A whipped stitch finish, it is super soft and warm, it has a heavier weight and ideal for use all year round.

Elizabeth

Super softness and a luxurious finish of satin or velvet, 100% lambswool for warmth and a super soft feel, a heavier weight blanket.

Lightweight Merino

A lighter alternative to the traditional merino making it perfect for summer months and warmer climates, it is soft to the touch.

Harlequin

Hardwearing and practical, with whipped stitching on all sides, it is a practical, traditional rustic feel blanket, suitable for use all year round.

Atkincel

All the warmth and comfort of a traditional wool blanket, at a lighter weight. Ideal for use all year round.

The products are manufactured in Yorkshire, England and have been for 240 years.They are produced at a family mill, that was established via gold sovereigns saved in a silver pint mug over a fireplace in the late 1700’s. The products are woven with the craftsmanship, passion and skills, that have been learnt through generations of manufacture.

Both skills and knowledge have been passed down through generations of, not only the Hainsworth family, but the families of their mill workers too; they have also been witnessed by billions of people across the world.

From the moment the raw wool is delivered to the creation of th finished product, it is processed solely at the specialist wooden weaving mill. The superior wool varieties are skilfully blended and woven exclusively in-house on Atkinsons' expansive looms, the largest in the UK, resulting in the creation of the luxurious blankets that we offer.

All of our luxury blankets and throws are produced and hand finished from the finest wool available and are crafted from start to finish in Atkinson's factory in Yorkshire. Through generations of family and workers Atkinson's have learnt the perfect way to weave and finish each item to make them extremely long lasting.

The pinnacle of artisanal skill commences with the meticulous selection of top-tier fibres. Atkinsons meticulously chooses premium fleeces sourced from Australia and New Zealand to create the blankets and throws. This is because the warm climates there produce a finer, softer wool fibre. Due to the relatively cold climate in the UK, the wool produced here is considered to be too coarse and is mostly used in carpets.

Regular care

Air it out:

Every now and then, hang your blanket in a shaded area away from direct sunlight, preferably outdoors for air flow. This airing process revitalises the wool, keeping it fresh and vibrant. Top tip: hang your blanket outside on a frosty day, and then bring it back inside. As the blanket thaws out, the wool fibres are revitalised and the blanket becomes loftier.

Gently groom it:

To rejuvenate your wool blanket, employ a soft-bristle garment brush. Spread the blanket out evenly and gently brush in line with the wool’s natural grain. This method aligns the wool fibres uniformly, cleans superficial dirt, and restores the blanket’s smooth texture.

Pre-storage prep:

Before you store you blanket away, consider dry cleaning it. Dry cleaning your blanket before any periods of storage will help to protect against moth damage. Moths have a penchant for body oils and food stains, and clean wool is far less appealing to them. A dry cleaned blanket also emerges from storage ready to be used without any lingering odours or residues, which is lots nicer anyway.

Loose fibres and bobbling

Bobbling and pilling can occur naturally with use. They can be removed by using a fabric comb or wool pilling brush to gently brush the surface of the blanket, always moving in the direction of the grain.

We live in fear of moths, the dreaded things love wool and in our experience, are very drawn to cashmere, so we suggest to try and keep them away use cedarwood balls in your drawers/chests, they do need upkeep though, so either look after them as recommended by the purchaser or replace them regularly. You can also use dried lavender sachets for extra protection against moths.

If you are planning on storing the blanket for a while, place it in a cool, dry place, in a breathable, sealed cotton bag, along with anti-moth products or lavender sachets. There is no guarantee that these steps will prevent moths but it will certainly help.

For any moth damage, a skilled seamstress can work magic on correction, but of course, the best thing is for it not to happen at all, so aim for prevention first. We think it’s a risk that’s worth taking for the luxury that is cashmere and for the genuine comfort and pleasure that it brings but please bear the risks in mind when purchasing one of these products.

It's a NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION FOCUSED ON GLOBAL REFORESTATION

We love getting outside and enjoying nature, so our business has decided to support the work of One Tree Planted in the UK.

The United Kingdom used to have glorious forest coverage, but changes in land use have caused extensive deforestation. In addition to being critical to protecting the climate, forests also build community. These reforestation projects will be highly engaging, community-led initiatives to create educational opportunities, volunteer planting events, and public spaces so that everyone, including the most marginalised communities, can enjoy the native flora and fauna of the United Kingdom.

These more than one million trees will make a significant climate impact, sequestering carbon and creating climate resilience by reducing flooding and the effects of pollution. This project supports increased access to public woodland, especially for communities in need, with opportunities for community engagement and improved public health. Organizations will be able to integrate the project with school education to get children out in nature.

As to maximize the overall benefit to the area, we will plant native trees such as Pedunculate/Common Oak, Downy Birch, Hazel, Hawthorn, Small-leaved lime, Rowan, Silver Birch, Common Alder, Aspen, Goat Willow, Field Maple, Hornbeam, Beech, and Blackthorn.

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