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Etsy Finds: Stylish and Wooly

CasaSugar — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:00:52 -0700

On delightfully nippy Fall nights, I love to curl up with a warm, woolen throw. There are a lot of great looking blankets, throws, and wool pillows on the Etsy market right now, to help keep you cozy on a chilly Fall evening. See my favorite ways to keep cozy.

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Roundup: Yummy Summer Throws

CasaSugar — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 08:00:41 -0700

I spotted this delicious Crocheted Throw ($98) at FCL Style in one of my favorite colors, Wasabi, and I couldn't help but think of all the Summer nights I've spent shivering on a porch or deck somewhere. You know those nights: the sun goes down and suddenly you find yourself with goosebumps and half a cold cheeseburger left on your plate, and all you need is a cozy, colorful throw to keep you listening to the crickets for hours. I bet many of you have been in the same situation, so I figured I'd round up some equally yummy Summer throws for you. See my finds when you read more.

Gift Guide: The Cozy Cuddler

CasaSugar — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 10:30:27 -0800

I have a tendency to want to hibernate a little when Winter rolls around, so out come the blankets and the comfy throw pillows. I love spending a snowy day curled up under a blanket with a mug of tea and a good DVD.

I'm sure I'm not the only one who indulges in some wintertime hibernating, so if you have someone in your life who's known for cozying up on the couch, give them what they want: more ways to get cozy!

With that in mind, I've rounded up a bunch of gorgeous throws, pillows, and blankets that will have the cozy cuddler in your life swooning (and then disappearing onto the nearest sofa) when she opens her present.

To see my finds, read more.

Paige Velvet Lumbar Pillow Cover - $39.00	Lutz & Patmos Cable Throw - $89.00
Barneys New York Reversible Cashmere Throw- Black/Ivory - $750.00	Felted Wool Stones - $298.00
Bexley Throw - $49.95	Missoni Home - funny blanket by missoni home - $748.00
Brown Berry Neckroll Cover - $25.00	Kantha Throw - $99.00
Italian Wool and Cashmere Throws - $275.00	Olive & Brown Striped Lambswool Throw - $249.00
K Studio - Neighborhood Pillow - $98.00	Merino Wool Throw - $359.00
Missoni Home - fresia throw by missoni home - $265.00	Lion Zardozi Pillows - $98.00
Adrienne Landau Rabbit-Fur Throw - $954.90	Judy Ross - Tropical Blue/Chocolate/Cream Ricrak Pillow - $190.00
Winter Garden Throw Pillow - $159.99	Prized Aviary Pillow, Green Phoenix - $78.00
Lutz & Patmos Cable Pillow Cover - $39.00	Jolly Pillow - $39.95
Sheepskin Pillow Cover - $39.00	Nancy Koltes Fine Linens Lido Throw - $327.00
CLOSEOUT! Linden Street® Sweater Throw - $49.99	Nordstrom Faux Chinchilla Fur Throw - $125.00
Nancy Koltes Fine Linens Angora Throw - $175.00	Chunky Hand-Knit Throw - $89.00
Chirp Pillow - $29.95

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Do You Snuggle Up on the Sofa?

CasaSugar — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 16:00:18 -0800

Now that the temperatures have dipped, I've added a few lap blankets and afghans to the living room. They sit in a pretty crate next to the sofa, and are the first thing I reach for when I crack open a book or watch a DVD. Do you snuggle up with blankets on the sofa, too?
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Would You Wear the Slanket?

CasaSugar — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:00:49 -0700

Feeling chilly? Then try the Slanket ($44.95), an oversize fleece blanket with sleeves! It might be one of the most ridiculously nerdy things I've ever seen, but at the same time it's actually pretty functional. What do you think?

Guess What This Throw Is Made From?

CasaSugar — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 10:00:01 -0700

Some of you may boycott this blanket on principle, but can you guess what it's made from?

Love It or Hate It? Chrissy Homeland Security Blanket

CasaSugar — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 04:15:30 -0800

New York-based artist Chrissy Conant's work is about her dealings with her ultimate fears and insecurities. With her Chrissy Homeland Security Blanket ($850), she "confronts her fear of terrorism by designing a blanket to protect herself against all levels of threat." This limited edition blanket is made of 100 percent virgin wool and was woven by Pendleton Woolen Mills, who was also commissioned for the Ace Hotel's elk blankets.

Crave Worthy: Scholten and Baijings Striped Wool Blanket

CasaSugar — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 13:32:22 -0800

Since it's Hibernation month, all I want in life is to curl up with a warm blanket. A beautiful, warm blanket. This beautiful, striped Scholten and Baijings Colour Plaid #04 blanket ($450/twin, $1200/king) is made of 100 percent soft Italian merino wool, dyed in Italy, and woven in Holland. Each blanket is cut at different widths, so no two are the same. I wouldn't mind cozying up to the Egg Chair that I know is lurking beneath the blanket, either . . .

Win This VivaTerra Reversible Silk Throw!

CasaSugar — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 12:48:07 -0800

What better way to cozy up during Hibernation month than with a new silk throw? Warm, lightweight, and non-pilling, this Viva Terra luxurious pure silk throw ($129) is woven in two reversible colors to create a generously sized, versatile throw with elegant fringe. We're giving away the camel and ivory colored one to a lucky Casa reader (click here for official rules)!

This contest will end on Friday, November 16th, at 5 p.m. PST. Enter to win by commenting below!

Crave Worthy: La Tete Au Cube Buddy Throw

CasaSugar — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 06:00:21 -0700

This La Tete Au Cube Buddy Throw ($139) would be a wonderful thing to have next time I'm home sick on the couch. The 85 percent wool blanket delivers a double-dose of cuddliness. You can cover up with it when you're cold or let it "embrace" you while it's tossed over the back of the sofa. Plus, it's sleek and sophisticated, which is more than I can say for most throw blankets.

The Buddy Throw is available in chocolate and gray for $135 or in four other color combinations for $169, including red/burgundy.

Barneys New York Double Faced Throw- Aqua/White - $208.50	Missoni Home - funny blanket by missoni home - $748.00
Basketweave Throw - $79.00	Missoni Home - hector throws by missoni home - $274.00
Rainy Day Mini Blanket By Donna Wilson - $104.00	Olli & Lime Egg Range Quilt - $75.00
Homespun Throw - $198.00	Designers Eye Multi throw blanket in Blue - $198.00
Varsity Throw by Berkshire Blanket - $29.99	Baharah Cotton Throw - $49.99