Do your blankets come in different colours?
The beauty of organic cotton is that it is chemical free. By adding dyes, you add chemicals to an otherwise chemical-free product. Even
"natural" dyes such as indigo require chemicals to make the dye adhere to the fibres. The fabric used in our blankets is unbleached and
not dyed, which preserves the natural integrity of the organic cotton.
Are the blankets machine-washable?
Yes, all our blankets are machine-washable. Just like a comfortable cotton shirt, you can wash your blanket in the regular cycle and then throw it
in the dryer. There will be a little shrinkage, but not much, and the blanket will get even softer over time. If you use a non-phosphate detergent,
you will be helping to protect the environment as well!
How are your blankets packaged?
The blankets are placed in a gift box that has been specially designed for Cherub's Blanket. Each blanket is carefully wrapped in tissue, and
a small card describing the benefits of organic cotton is placed inside. Because we try to incorporate sustainable policies in everything we do, the
packaging of the blankets was carefully designed with recycled and recyclable items: the boxes are 100% recycled paper that has not been bleached or dyed,
the card is printed on recycled paper, and the tissue paper is not bleached or dyed. In this way we try to reduce the impact that our packaging has on
the environment.
Where are your blankets made?
All our blankets are made in the U.S.A. Also, we prefer to work with farmers and manufacturers in the United States for our fabric. Although we could source our materials from China, India
or Turkey, we support the initiative to "think locally" to reduce our carbon footprint. Quality control is also an important factor for us, and we
find that we can better maintain high standards by working with manufacturers closer to home.
