topic Re: Sherpa in Home

Sherpa

Kachina624 — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:13:51 GMT

Sherpa blankets, comforters, throws seem to be the big "in" thing for home for the winter. However, beware of them if you have a hairy pet that will be lounging on them.

It was my experience that animal fur becomes impregnated in the sherpa fibers and are all but impossible to remove. They won't wash out for sure. I ended up with a big, ratty, nasty-looking mess with no alternative but to throw the whole thing in the trash. Gone was the soft and fluffy.

I shudder when I hear "sherpa".

Re: Sherpa

GinaV24 — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:37:07 GMT

ha @Kachina624 I didn't think of that! For some reason I've never been a big fan of "sherpa", I usually stick with fleece but I will certainly keep what you said in mind. With two furkids, I don't need to have more hairy issues.

I picked up Honey to carry her back to the porch the other day and all those tabby hairs were all over my blue shirt.

Re: Sherpa

Mominohio — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:37:14 GMT

I hate sherpa. Yes, hair gets interwoven and gross.

When I see sherpa, I run.

I personally feel it must be a cheaper way to make a product, and that is why QVC has gone to so many things with it over the last few years.

Saving me a ton of money on berkshire, as I simply won't consider anything with sherpa.

Re: Sherpa

ValuSkr — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 18:45:17 GMT

I think it's unfortunate that marketers have appropriated the name of this poor nomadic people from Nepal. It's inconsiderate at best and rude at worst. ... However, if the marketers paid royalties for use of the Sherpa name, I might feel differently.

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SilleeMee — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 19:24:39 GMT

I avoid buying sherpa blankets or throws. The only place I have sherpa is on some of my clothes, some boots and it's mostly just trim.

Re: Sherpa

Regal Bee — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 21:00:45 GMT

@Kachina624 I agree. I purchased a sherpa throw, a couple of years ago, in the most gorgeous shade of icy pink and yuck. It is packed away as I have a Yorkie and a cat. Not buying anymore of this.

Re: Sherpa

Lucky Charm — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 02:30:53 GMT

I drape pestemals (turkish towels) on my couches and chairs to protect from cat hair (and kids, too!).

My couch w/chaise takes 7, but my cats only sit in certain areas. So it's not like a whole blanket, sheet or throw has to come off, just certain sections---to be washed.

Pestemals wash and dry so easily and you can really switch up the decor of a room. I have bright striped ones, soft soothing colors and even have ones that give a southwestern feel. (Look up Sand Cloud.)

Sure, I'd love to have my couches and chairs *bare*, but can't because of pet hair and also I protect my upholstery from sunscreens and body lotions, etc.

So these make it easy. I have a whole closet full of them, many are still brand new and packaged. The ones I've been using are over 6 years old and they still look great, not faded. These hold up well.

Re: Sherpa

HonestLife — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 07:14:45 GMT

@Kachina624 Have never been taken in by "Sherpa" and wouldn't want to. You should Google before buying.

Re: Sherpa

wagirl — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:04:01 GMT

@Kachina624 ---OMG--I so agree!!!! and the same with fleece--can't tell you how many things i have tossed or surrendered for pet bedding----even in clothing---just can't get the hair out----