Cashmere Blanket | Handwoven pure cashmere throw 135 x 270 cm | wool throws

It is made from 100% cashmere, as stated by the maker. The maker says the wool is combed from the undercoat of cashmere goats, spun into fine yarn and then woven by hand.

It measures 135 x 270 cm, which the listing describes as queen size. That is long enough to cover a single person from shoulders to feet with room to spare, or to lie across a double bed as a top layer. It also runs the length of most three-seat sofas.

It weighs about 550 g. For a piece that measures 135 x 270 cm, that is light, and the maker describes it as a lightweight blanket.

We suggest it for indoors, where the air conditioning runs cold, and not for use outside in the heat. The maker lists the warmth as lightweight and the season as all. At about 550 g it is a single light layer.

Yes, that is the use we have in mind. An air-conditioned bedroom can feel cold on bare arms, and a light cashmere layer of about 550 g is something to pull up without reaching for a full duvet. Many people use a throw like this over a sheet.

It works well as an office throw if your workspace is cold. Folded in thirds it drapes neatly over a chair back or across the knees while you work. The grey brown colour is neutral enough that it does not look out of place in a shared space.

Yes. At about 550 g it folds down small and adds little to the weight of a cabin bag. It is useful on a long flight and on trips to colder countries.

Herringbone is a weave pattern that creates fine diagonal lines running in alternating directions, like the bones of a fish. It gives the fabric texture and a bit of visual depth compared with a plain weave. The effect here is subtle rather than bold.

The colour is listed as grey brown. In the photos the weave mixes a soft grey brown yarn with a paler cream one, so up close you see fine two-tone zigzag lines and from a distance a muted warm grey. It sits easily against timber, linen and off-white walls.

Woven in. The maker's title calls it a fine herringbone pattern, and the photos show a fine herringbone across the whole throw. The listing also gives the pattern as solid and the weave type as plain, which we take to mean there is no print or added motif.

Yes. The maker states that it is hand woven in Nepal, in small family businesses. Handweaving means the yarn is worked on a loom by a person, so minor variations in the surface are normal.

The maker says very light lint is a typical feature of untreated natural wool. A gentle shake and an occasional airing helps. Pilling can appear where the fabric rubs a lot, and it can be removed carefully with a cashmere comb.

The maker recommends a hand wash, or a gentle wool cycle in the machine without spinning. We suggest cool water and a detergent made for wool. Do not wring it. Press the water out gently, then lay it flat to dry away from direct sun.

No. The maker says it is not suitable for the dryer. Dry it flat instead.

No. The maker says it should not be ironed. If it looks creased after storage, hang it up for a while and let the creases drop out.

Less often than you would think. The maker says cashmere wool needs little care. Airing the throw regularly does most of the work. Wash it only when it is actually soiled.

Blot the spot straight away with a clean cloth, working from the outside of the mark inwards so it does not spread. Use cool water and a tiny amount of wool detergent if needed, then let it air dry flat. Avoid rubbing hard, which can felt the surface.

Fold it and keep it in a breathable cotton bag rather than sealed plastic, which traps moisture. In humid conditions, make sure it is completely dry before putting it away. Airing it every few weeks helps keep the fibres fresh.

The listing gives an age range of all and a recommended user type of adult. As with any loose blanket, it should not be placed in a cot or left over a sleeping infant.

Yes, it is described as a throw blanket meant for daily use on a sofa, chair or bed. Daily use can cause some surface fuzzing where it rubs. Rotating how you fold it spreads the wear out.

At 135 x 270 cm it lies well across a double or queen bed as a top layer or a foot-of-bed throw. It is not a duvet. The maker lists the warmth as lightweight. Think of it as the soft layer you pull up when the room gets cold.

The photos show a short, fine fringe along the edge of the throw, where the yarn ends are left loose. There is no long tassel fringe and no added trim.

Cashmere is a type of wool, but it comes from goats, not sheep. The maker says it is combed from the undercoat of cashmere goats. This throw is 100% cashmere, as stated by the maker, with no sheep's wool in it.

The maker describes the blanket as pleasantly soft. Individual sensitivity varies, so if you have a known wool sensitivity, test it against your forearm first.

It does. A cashmere blanket gift suits housewarmings, weddings, birthdays and anniversaries because it is useful rather than decorative only. The neutral grey brown colour means you do not need to know the recipient's decorating scheme.

Across a sofa, yes. At 270 cm long it stretches comfortably over two seated people. For sleeping, one person will want the whole thing, since 135 cm is the narrow dimension.

No, it is listed as not water resistant. It is an indoor throw, not a weather layer. Keep it away from damp surfaces and dry it properly if it does get wet.

The listing gives the recommended uses as decorating, napping and reading. The maker suggests hanging it over a couch, sofa or chair in the living room.

You receive one cashmere throw in grey brown, 135 x 270 cm. The listing gives the number of items as one.

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