If you're looking to add another layer to your fall bed, you can always go to Macy's or Filene's and find some affordable, well-priced blankets — hey, it's what I usually do. Sometimes, though, you want something more distinctive. Here are 10 sources for everything from bright striped Bolivian frasadas to reproductions of Bauhaus-era blankets.
- Swans Island Blankets: Maxwell chose their blankets for a Daily Find and says, "Expensive, but incredibly unique, I've purchased these blankets for clients and love them — particularly the rare wool versions." The hand-dyed pink wool check ones are $1,025.
- Rajborri: Based out of Vancouver, this company makes quilts from renewable and biodegradable silk. These bright Coverlets are $575 - $705 at Modern Kariboo.
- Fjorn Scandinavian: This California store was founded by Norwegian-Americans Sigurd Hadland and Ann Artz to being the best of traditional Scandinavian design to America. This Klippan Houndtooth Wool Throw is a classic that sells for $299.
- Brahms Mount: Located in Maine, this shop creates 100% hand-woven blankets from cotton, linen, and blends. This beautiful Linen Blanket sells for $327.
- Neue Gallery Museum Shop: This New York museum shop focuses on reproductions of Bauhaus-era pieces, like this cashmere throw. Hand-woven in Nepal, the Peche Rainbow Throw is based on a 1919 design by Dagobert Peche and sells for $525.
- Twine: This online shop, based out of upstate New York, specializes in "simple things, honest materials, made well." These are their Bolivian hand-woven frasadas, $290.
- Donna Wilson: This UK designer creates unique and colorful textiles, from rugs to poufs to blankets. This is her Nos Da Throw, €173.
- Brook Farm General Store: Located under the Williamsburg Bridge in Brooklyn, this is a general store in the middle of a big city. They carry basic, simple designs, like these Woolen Blankets, $225 each.
- Pendleton Woolen Mills: Best known for their wool blankets in classic Native American patterns, this company also has a line of made-in-the-USA, Cradle-to-Cradle certified blankets, including this Eco-Wise Worthington Throw, $98.
- Diseño: This Boston store mixes modern textiles with vintage finds, like this $300 Vintage Rose Blanket.
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I love these options, but I'm also really happy with the $20 vintage Italian army blanket I got on eBay a few years back.
I guess "out of the ordinary" means outrageously expensive. But yeah, these are stinkin' beautiful.
Lovely, one day when I have a job and we're not struggling to keep our house I might consider one. How about a list of ten under $100 blankets??? King size please.
I would love a list of 10 blankets under ~$50, but these are good inspiration.
Most of us could not honestly justify spending that much on one textile for the home - $1000 for a blanket made of wool. I know they're beautiful and naturally dyed, but still. Wow.
I wish we had those here in the Philippines!
Swan is so expensive but incredible.
Oooh, so this is another one of those "one day when I'm filthy stinkin' rich" posts....
These are lovely, but I can't ever see myself spending on a blanket what my college courses cost.
Lisa Hunter, thanks for that Berea College link -- cool stuff
Yep. Pretty but pretty unaffordable. Bit of a mix of prices would be nicer!
They probably last a lifetime and at the price they better. Gorgeous blankets but way too pricey for me. Especially love that pink wool check one.
"If you're looking to add another layer to your fall bed, you can always go to Macy's or Filene's and find some affordable, well-priced blankets — hey, it's what I usually do. Sometimes, though, you want something more distinctive." There it is, in black and white. The poster recognized that we all know where to get an affordable blanket. No need for an under $50-$100 top ten list- can't you find that yourself? I've never even heard of some of these companies, nor will I be buying a $300 blanket, but a girl can dream. It's also good to get a gage on what true craftsmanship looks and feels like, even when one is limited to bargain hunting.
Who can afford these blankets in this recession? I thought this was Apartment Therapy? If I had $300 to blow on a wool blanket, I wouldn't be living in an apartment, sweety.
Who comes up with these idea and writes these things up? Geesh.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I've been Googling blankets for weeks and finding only boring variations on the Crate & Barrel or Overstock-type offerings.
Geex people
The point of the post was unusual sources/unusual blankets - Not cheapest blankets from your common big-box stores.
I read this post and got to thinking about how much I want a new blanket for my bed. We've been carting the same tired cotton blanket from apartment to apartment for years now.
I e-mailed my mother a hopeful, Christmas-wish-list sort of note and she came back with a number of ideas, including this mill:
http://www.macauslandswoollenmills.com/index.html
They're located in PEI and their blankets are incredibly inexpensive compared to the others on this list. It's a family-owned and -operated business. Not too shabby!
these are lovely indeed. and thanks for the additional link, ericasullivan. my parents have a couple of wool blankets that they have had forever, and i have been thinking it is time that i got one myself to keep forever.
I was thrilled to be given a Swan's Island scarf a few years ago - it was warm and soft and beautiful.
And then it pilled and pilled like crazy! Sigh. Well, at least I won't be tempted to splurge on the beautiful blankets anymore...
Man, this shit is expensive.
I thought we were in the worst economy since the 1930s. Silly me.
Lisa thanks for your tip about Berea College's weaving studio! I'm moving to Lexington, KY next month.
i'm with most of the people on here. doesn't anyone make blankets that are affordable?? sheesh!
Love them! Also, ShiShu blankets (made of cotton and bamboo) are fabulous especially if you have allergies. Snuggly!
Don't forget about your local thrift stores. They often get items in great condition and sometimes new donations from businesses. www.arcsvaluevillage.org. Look for the non-profits where your purchase often generates funding for a great cause. Everyone wins.