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[Yardlie]

We're redecorating our bedroom right now and are looking for some new blankets. We live where it gets extremely frigid, so we need warmth. We already have down blankets & comforters, heated blankets, wool blankets, cotton blankets, heated mattress pads, etc., but neither of us really like them.

We are the type who would rather pile up several lighter blankets than have one bulky one over us. We really like the polar fleece sheets and the one fleece blanket that we have. I see some new things out there. Has anyone tried the blankets that are fleece on one side and sherpa on the other? I think it is two separate layers. Just wondering if they would tend to pull apart when washing them? Also, I see fleece/berber blankets. Any experience with those...or any recommendations for any really nice thick, lush fleece blankets? Thanks so much!

[jaxs mom]

I also layer. Personally I like santeen sheets now, better than fleece or flannal. For years I only slept on flannel though, year round. So in winter I layer but I no longer change to heavier sheets.  

I buy my blankets at Costco because the quality is excellent as is the price. I have down throw blankets that I think are microfiber on one side. I love the faux fur ones that I bought at Costco. I layer mixing my down comforter, flannel duvet and faux fur blankets. I only have one that's sherpa on one side and it's a kids blanket set that we bought for the dog. The cats like too but we don't use it ourselves. It washes fine. 

[gidgetgh]

I bought the German flannel blanket from Cuddledown's site a few months ago, based on recommendations here. It's on our guestbed so I haven't tried it, but I was pleased with the quality and weight of it. I believe they're doing 20% off this weekend.  Ends today. Free shipping also...

maybe. 

[depglass]

We have H205239 fair isle fleece/ sherpa blanket.  Bought it last year or maybe the year before.  Only used it for a couple months at the end of the season last year.  We love it, it is plenty warm on top of the polar fleece sheets.  It hasn't been washed yet.  I just put it on yesterday again.  Tag says cold water wash, air or line dry.  It is very thick, so probably will take awhile to dry.  Maybe this was a throw, it isn't real wide. 

[SilleeMee]

@Yardlie,

I'm glad you started this thread! Been looking for a really warm blanket myself and was going to request recs on the home forum. 

My bed is a queen. But since my dog sleeps on half of it, I usually buy a double-size blanket. Dog has her own.

@depglass,

I am interested in that fair isle blanket. It looks very warm. Looks like that particular item is gone. But there are others in different sizes. Wonder if these are the same as yours...??

[Nightowlz]

We use bamboo sheets with a light egyptian cotton blanket in the summer & use flannel sheets with an electric blanket in the winter. I will have to put the flannel sheets on the bed by the end of the month or so.

[Fressa]

We really like the Malden Mills polar fleece blankets. I also love the Dennis Basso faux fur throws . they are oversized, washable and feel light on top of you.  I have one serpa/faux suede blanket that I purchased years ago from QVC.  The layers have not seperated but it was seemed in three panels. I think that makes a difference in this type of blanket. I have two Dennis Basso faux fur bedstpreads which are very warm yet don't feel heavy on the body. They wash and dry well.

I've purchased a few blankets/throws from LL Bean and have had good luck with those. 

[DiAnne]

I like to wash my blankets at least twice a year.  I bought new blankets on Costco.com about five years ago and they are great quality and a good price.  

[viva923]

I too am NOT the one for one heavy blanket on the bed. Can not take the weight of heavy blankets, so I do layer my blankets.

The blankets I get are at walmart.  They are the Mainstay brand, which I believe is Walmart brand. The blanket is 100% polyester.

These blankets are easy to wash and dry in dryer. Come in a variety of colors. I have a queen bed, and get the full/queen brand size and plenty of overhang on mattress.

they are lightweight and you can pile several on the bed without the weight. I have used these blankets for several yrs only kind i purchase when i need to replace the blanket.

[Yardlie]

Thanks, ladies for your suggestions! I'm going grocery shopping right now but will be back later to comment further on your ideas.