I’m picky, I know I am. And my pickiness goes beyond a linen blanket.
At church last Sunday, I was offered coffee and declined. I said I was a tea drinker. (I do like espresso, but not coffee, and yes I know that is weird. Coffee tastes bitter to me, but espresso although more caffeinated tastes smoother and less bitter.) I was asked if I was offended that they did not have a tea choice. I said, “Absolutely not! I’m picky, and that’s my problem not yours.” She said they could add tea to the coffee table. Then I felt I had to explain. As with the coffee thing, it’s complicated. I drink green tea sweetened with stevia in the morning, from a nice cup with a matching saucer (my husband finally gets this part) and I use a silver spoon. I think it was the silver spoon that pushed it over the edge for her. Sometimes it’s just best to keep your thoughts to yourself. In my head it sounds normal, but when I say it out loud… Well she did ask.
I’m even more picky about my bedding. I prefer linen because the fabric stays cool to the touch. When I make slipcovers or bedspreads, I almost always use linen.
I have been wanting a linen blanket for quite a while, so I was excited to try this one.
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It was provided by Superior Custom Linens. I was looking for something beautiful and functional. It needs to be a blanket that is thick enough that I don’t feel the breeze from the ceiling fan under the blanket, but lightweight enough that I stay just the right temperature and not too hot.
This one passed the test. This linen blanket is officially my new favorite blanket. My husband even liked it, and he is all about the comfort. But also I love the look. Yes it is wrinkled, but I don’t care. The wrinkles tell you it is really linen and not a synthetic. This is thicker than a sheet, but super soft. I did not iron the blanket so you could see what it is going to look like in use. I know some people hate wrinkles, and if you can’t stand them, then linen is not for you. The bedspread is also linen and gets pretty wrinkled. I just smooth them out with my hand when I make the bed, and call it a day.
Back to my title, ‘why you need a linen blanket’ I think they are cooler in the summer, while still providing some warmth. In Texas, the summers are so hot, and most blankets seem too warm, even the cotton ones. This linen blanket was just right as far as temperature. Like linen sheets, I think a linen blanket is worth the expense. The other thing I’m going to throw out there is I have owned synthetic blankets that over time have crumbled into pieces. After that experience I decided I would not buy synthetic bedding again.
From a design standpoint, I love the fringe that goes all the way around the blanket. So here’s the deal, you could use this as a bedspread or coverlet also. Just be sure that you have the right size so it covers your mattress on all sides. If you decide to use it as a coverlet, I think the 80″x98″ size would work very well on a twin bed. The link to this specific blanket is HERE. This is the 80″x98″ size shown on a queen size bed.
Now for the back story. My daughter Elise was in my room when I was photographing the bed. (She’s the one with Down Syndrome.) She decided my floor needed to be cleaned. I asked her to move out of the frame. No reaction. I gently moved her out of the camera frame. She stepped back where she was, and kept photobombing. I tried to move the camera so she did not show in the shot. I was successful, but the mop she was using would go in and out of the frame like she was taunting me. I thought it was funny, so I included a photo of her mopping. As you can see her motto is “Pants are for suckers.” If you look closely, you can see me in the mirror.
And this is how we really live.
I lOVE your humor and transparency. Too many bloggers try to create a “perfect” lifestyle and you keep it real. I also love the idea of your daughter helping you mop! Too sweet!
Thanks for the info on blanket. I will be looking into the idea more and you say it’s soft also. Cute photo .
I purchased Linen Sheets ,and love em. even @ extra cost,are my go to favorites in warmer weather.Thanks !
Jan, that’s awesome!!
You are a woman after my own heart – I enjoy my coffee much more if it is presented in certain cups and love to use proper silverware.
The cotton blanket looks so comfortable, a good weight for anytime of the year but perfect for summer nights. Your daughters insistence at mopping up is maybe a reflection of you, she too prefers things a certain way. It’s great that she stayed by you and helped with the photo shoot process.
I love it! Might have to try that blanket. Tell me what your daughter is using to clean or dust those wonderful floors?
The photo with your daughter mopping the floor is seriously the best photo of the group because it’s real.
I agree totally – everyone should own a linen blanket. I did not get mine from the same source, but I love my linen bedding. Linen has the ability to keep you cool in summer, but also warm in winter. If you can, hanging your linen items to dry actually helps keep them wrinkle free. Another of my linen loves includes dish towels. While towels of other fabric seem to just push the water around, linen towels actually absorb the water. Love linen!!!
Thank you for that sweet story and a slice of life. Life is not perfect and so our blogs should also reflect that. However, your Linen blanket is perfect in its imperfection, wrinkles and all.
Thanks Mary! I like wrinkles.
Love that sweet helper! And I totally agree – pants are for suckers. That linen blanket is very nice. And, you and your tea – Downton Abbey style!
Anita,
I love that you included Elise in your photo! She looks precious.I run around the house in just a T-shirt too.
Linen is wonderful on the bed and to wear as well.
Blessings
Hi Anita,
It’s a wonderful working with you. Elise is precious and such a helper around the house. Glad you and your family enjoy this handmade linen blanket. Best Wishes!
Thank you Superior Custom Linens! We are enjoying the blanket so much.
Anita,
Thanks for your inspiring pictures, thoughts and tutorials!
Love the linen spread. I am
In San Antonio & I am always hot… Must be hormones but I can’t stand anything thicker than a sheet, with my feet hanging out & a fan full blast on my face. That is me pretty much year round. So the linen you feel is cooler than a cotton sheet?
Love this photo and Elise’s motto is perfect!
Thanks Kym. She does her own thing.
Did your bedspread come from Superior Custom Linens? I’ve been looking at their products and interested in their bedspread just like the one in your room. If so, can you tell me what color yours is? Natural? Thanks so much! Just discovered your blog thru an email from Superior Custom Linens and am so glad I did. I love it!
Sonya, I made the bedspread myself. The fabulous linen blanket is from Superior Custom Linens.
Thank you for the quick reply! What a blessing that you have a gift for making such beautiful things! The information on the linen blanket is very helpful as I have been considering it as well. Your description was perfectly detailed.
I just recently bought the skirted bedspread from SCL (ended up here thru their email blast as well) and it looks just like Anita’s (in natural). I love it! It’s extremely lightweight, so I need a little extra blanket, even in Austin, but it’s beautiful and looks so polished.
So glad your bedspread from SCL is working for you Amber.
I think your daughter is lovely and I wish I had one that wanted to clean!
I love the blanket and the wrinkles. Is it likewise good for a winter throw?
Thank you.
Yes Susie, you could use it in the winter, but you would probably need an additional blanket to add to it
I am also picky about how I have my morning coffee. I have special, very pretty mugs that I always drink from. It adds to the pleasure of the experience! And your “backstory” is my favorite thing ever!!