How big are Biquette Blankets?
Our knit Throw Blankets are 50 by 60 inches, full size for draping over a couch, an armchair, or the end of a bed. In comparison, our Midi Blankets are 36 by 48 inches and Mini Blankets are 30 by 40 inches.
What makes wool different than cotton?
Wool is naturally insulating, making it warmer than cotton for its weight. Additionally, wool fibers better trap air, giving it a lighter, springier feel, while cotton tends to have a smoother texture and heavier drape. Both are very breathable, but wool is especially good at regulating temperature and managing moisture in relation to the weight of the knit.
We go a step further and use extra-fine Merino wool to prevent the common itch associated with wool for a more premium, soft feel while retaining the same heat and comfort qualities.
What's special about extra-fine Merino wool?
Not all wool feels the same. In particular, we use extra-fine merino wool which has a thinner, more flexible fiber than traditional coarse wool, making it noticeably softer against the skin. Our merino measures just 19.5 microns in diameter, giving our blankets warmth and natural loft without the roughness and heavy weight often associated with thick wool blankets.
We go through each of the fiber differences (cotton vs. wool vs. synthetics), how Biquette uses these premium fibers, and what that means for you in a luxurious knit blanket: https://biquette.com/blogs/journal/best-fibers-for-knit-blankets
There's too many options, how do I decide between blankets and brands?
It's important to consider a blanket's fiber grade, size, design, construction, and finishing to decide whether a blanket will last with great quality and stay luxurious.
We've written a blanket buyer's guide around those 5 items (including an important distinction between knits and woven blankets) with a TLDR here: https://biquette.com/blogs/journal/how-to-choose-a-knit-throw-blanket
What are they made from?
All Throw Blankets (and every other Biquette knit) are fully made in small-batches and knitted fully in our Long Island facility with premium, luxurious natural fibers like super soft Egyptian cotton, organic cotton, and extra-fine merino wool.
These fibers are specifically chosen to be gentle and soft against skin, durable through plenty of washing, and provide a subtle luxurious quality that you can tell an immediate difference against synthetic fibers.
After knitting, everything is carefully hand steamed, packaged.
Who designs the patterns?
Our knit designs are intentionally curated and created in collaboration with independent artists, so each piece is an original work you won't find anywhere else.
Logistic questions?
Please see here: https://biquette.com/pages/faq
