Bresso Cotton Throw - Blue

This is a woven throw in blue, patterned all over with arches, spirals, ripples and zigzags arranged in loose blocks, like a patchwork worked into a single cloth. The weave is close and textured, with a slightly nubbly feel, and two tones of yarn run through it so the pattern reads clearly from across the room. It measures 160cm long and 130cm wide and weighs 1.29KG, which gives it real substance on the lap without making it a chore to fold. The yarn is mostly cotton, 53% of the blend, with polyester, viscose, acrylic and a touch of wool making up the rest.

At this size it is generous enough for one person to wrap around their shoulders on the sofa, or to tuck over the knees in a reading chair on a cold evening. Folded across the foot of a bed, it adds pattern to a plain duvet and an extra layer on colder nights, and draped over the arm of a sofa it stays ready whenever needed. The blue sits comfortably in a living room or bedroom with natural wood, linen and pale walls, and it pairs easily with other blues and soft greys. It also makes a welcome present for someone setting up a new home.

The finish is woven, so the pattern is built into the cloth itself rather than printed on its surface, and a fringe of loose, twisted strands trims the ends. Cotton is soft and breathable against the skin. Care is simple: it goes in the washing machine at 40 degrees, can be tumble dried on a low setting and takes a medium iron. For an easy, relaxed look, fold it in thirds and hang it over one end of the sofa so the fringe falls free.

What is the fabric of the throw?

It is woven from a blend that is mostly cotton: 53% cotton, 25% polyester, 16% viscose, 5% acrylic and 1% wool.

How big is the throw?

It is 160cm long and 130cm wide, a size that wraps comfortably around one person on the sofa or folds neatly across the foot of a bed.

Can it go in the washing machine?

Yes. It machine washes at 40 degrees and can be tumble dried on a low setting, so it copes well with everyday use on the sofa.

Can I iron it?

Yes, at a medium setting. You can simply shake it out after drying, or use a medium iron to smooth it for a flatter look.

Is the pattern printed or woven?

Woven. The arches, spirals and zigzags are built into the cloth in two tones of yarn, and the ends are trimmed with a loose, twisted fringe.

How heavy is the throw?

It weighs 1.29KG, enough to feel substantial over the knees while staying easy to fold and carry from room to room.