Tips for Staying Warm

Summer and fall are just around the corner. Which means…so are endless weekend soccer games, sporting events, and music festivals. We’ve put together some tips on keeping warm during those early morning practices or late night music concerts. Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean the temperatures don’t drop. Staying informed and prepared. Nobody like’s being cold. For more information click here. Sheep Wool Blankets

Pack a wool blanket. Our wool blankets make a perfect stadium blanket. Choose from plaid wool blanket, gray wool blankets, green wool blanket, black and white wool blanket, gray and yellow wool blanket, and red, white, and blue wool blanket. As a wool blanket company, we put so much time and effort into curating a quality wool blankets for your family to treasure for years to come.

2.      Wear layers. It’s easier to take layers off then put them on, especially if you didn’t pack any! There’s nothing worse than being cold. Packing layers that are compact and easy to bring are important for a comfortable evening under the stars or on the sidelines. For more information click here.  sheep blanket

3.      Pack wool socks. These make ALL the difference. We love wool (obviously). Not only for our 80% merino wool blankets and our 100% merino wool blankets, but also as socks! Toasty feet make us happy.

4.      Pack a scarf. Lightweight and can fit right in your purse! These make all the difference, especially on airplanes. For more information click here.  best wool blankets

5.      Move around. Exercise gets the blood going and warms the body up. Always plan of time when packing your outdoor gear. For more information click here. Corporate Gift Idea

6.      Drink warm beverages. Something about drinking warm beverages calms the body and evokes a sense of warmth.

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Making the Square Foot Garden

Early spring is the perfect time to start thinking about your garden… what flowers, fruits, or vegetables you intend on growing during the year.  One of the easiest ways to create a beautiful, organized garden is to through square foot gardening.  What this entails is building a few simple boxes out of 2 x 6 wooden boards.  The material to create the garden boxes is an inexpensive and building the boxes is quite simple. 

First, you will need to decide how big your boxes will be and how many boxes you want to have.  Our square foot garden beds are 4 feet by 4 feet. Simply go to your local home improvement store, ask for the 2 x 6 wooden boards, and have them cut to size.  You can use the 8-foot-long boards and have them cut in half.  You will need two 8 foot boards to create one box.  To divide your boxes into 1 square foot sections, find a thin trim board that can be cut 4 feet in length.  You will need six of these thin trim boards that will crisscross atop your garden bed to create square foot sections (hence, square foot gardening!)  You will also need the appropriate decking nails and a drill to screw the boards together. 

Secondly, head to the lawn and garden section of your home improvement store and pick up a roll of garden weed barrier, which will be cut to size and stapled to the bottom of each garden bed to prevent weeds from entering your new garden beds.  While you are here, pick up your favorite soil and composting material that you will use for planting your seeds. 

Lastly, once you get home, find a flat open space to build your square foot gardening boxes.  Create a perfect square, pre-drill your holes, and then screw the boards together.  Staple your weed fabric to the bottom of each new garden bed.  Then simply add your soil and seeds. 

Sit back, relax, and watch your garden flourish!  We love wrapping up in our cozy warm wool blankets, coffee in-hand while admiring the fresh scents and bounty of that our garden produces.  Our quality black and white checkered blanket from our Farmhouse Collection makes for the perfect wool blanket to put on your garden bench or front porch rocking chairs. 

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An amazing feeling to wake up early and hit the trails. Starting the day with fresh air and connecting to nature is great for the mind, body, and soul. We’ve put together our top hiking hacks to make sure your journey through the woods is stress-free and enjoyable.

Line Your Backpack

A simple trash bag will do. This is especially helpful if you’re carrying extra water or items that may leak. If it begins to rain your items will be safeguarded. Plus, it serves as a trash bag if you don’t hit stormy weather. Win-win.

Invest in Good Socks

We prefer using wool socks. Wool is temperature-regulating, so wool socks are ideal for hot or cold temperatures.

Pack Band-Aids

There is nothing worse than developing a pesky blister. It throws the entire hike off. Pack band-aids, even if you don’t think you will need them. You can also use Duct Tape—which can serve multiple purposes.

Protect Your Phone

An easy and cheap way to do this is to simply store your cell phone in a plastic bag. This prevents damage in the event the bag gets wet or if you must trek through the water.

Use A Prescription Bottle

Old plastic prescription serves as a great holder for aspirin, Band-Aids, and antiseptic towels. It also keeps the items dry.

Use Binder Clips

Binder clips are excellent and cheap tools to hang dry items off your backpack (i.e., wet socks, shirts, or bandanas).

Plan

Weather can change in an instant. Always be sure that you are packing for worst-case scenarios. There are many camping gear items out there that pack up compactly, including rain jackets and winter puff jackets. Pack a warm merino wool blanket on the outside of your pack. It won’t take up much space and can come in handy if the weather turns cold. I always pack my navy-blue wool blanket, my olive green wool blanket, or my gray wool blanket. The dark color hides dirt, it’s easy to clean and shake out, and the dense weave keeps me warm at the summit.

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Wool Blanket Spotlight : French Country Farmhouse Collection Wool Blanket

With a touch of French Country décor, you make your home feel as though you are nestled in the French countryside.  The teal and cream plaid wool blanket is a high-quality wool blanket from our Farmhouse Wool Blanket Collection.  This pure sheep wool blanket in a beautiful teal and cream plaid pattern will have your imagination running wild when you wrap yourself up in this heavy wool blanket and begin to doze off.  Thoughts of freshly baked baguettes, fresh cut flowers, and bicycling through the rolling green pastures back to your tiny villa.  

Spice up the color in your living room or bedroom.  These warm wool blankets are the perfect addition to your home décor.  Your family and friends will fall in love with the size, quality, and craftsmanship of these fine sheep wool blankets.  The teal and cream plaid blankets come with a brushed finish, providing extra loft and softness.  Every wool blanket we make comes double stitched and finished with a thick yarn whipstitch that provides strength and longevity that really shines through.  Our customers love keeping these blankets in the living room for wrapping up into while watching their favorite shows and movies.  Family and friends always enjoy finding a Woolly blanket in the guestroom, which provides them with an extra layer of warmth and comfort on their bed. 

The French Country wool blanket is one our top selling warm wool blankets.  We find that many customers who purchase one also come back to purchase another.  Aside from selling directly to our customers via our website, we also provide wholesale wool blankets for those looking to make larger bulk orders.   Our blankets make the perfect corporate gift idea, providing your customers or employees with a timeless, high-quality gift that with last for many years.  High-quality corporate gifts are the perfect way to express appreciation and gratitude and to stay engaged with your clients and employees.  Our wholesale wool blanket program consists of either the Explorer Collection wool blankets or the Farmhouse Collection wool blankets… or a mix of both.  To receive more information about our corporate gift and wholesale program contact us today at info@wmwcompany.com. 

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Campfire Party Décor

Who doesn’t love a good campfire? Gathering around with friends, surrounded by nature and stars, breathing in fresh air is our idea of a fun time. Finding the perfect campsite is an important part of our camping adventures. We stake it out, ensure its flat enough, measure the proximately to the fire pit (bonus if it’s near a river!), and get to work with setting up camp. Not near a campsite? Not to worry, you can do this in your own backyard! What’s even better? That you don’t have to clean the house! Easy to prep and easy to take down. Below are our essentials for staging the perfect campfire/bonfire party.

Campfire Seats

Good old tree stumps are perfect for these. 

Plenty of wood

Chop ahead of time and display in a beautiful firewood bag. 

Bug repellent

Your guests will thank you for passing out individual sized packets.

Blankets

What’s a bonfire without warm blankets? Bring a durable wool blanket. We offer an array of designs, ranging from yellow wool blanket, sheep wool blankets, wholesale wool blankets, quality wool blankets, and checkered wool blankets. Add some color and set out one of each! At 66 inches x 90 inches, our black and white checkered blanket are big enough for just one. Having a big party? Check out our navy blue wool blanket to make sure you have enough for everyone.

S’mores

What’s a bonfire without s’mores? Want something warm? Then a good hot chocolate will always do the trick. Check out our recent blog on all the creative ways you can make a s’more.

Paper Lanterns

These add a subtle ambiance. Perfect for walkways.

Guitar

It’s always great to have that one person in the crowd who can play the guitar. 

Comfort Food

Roasted hot dogs and roasted corn are must-haves.

Gather round…and enjoy :)

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Front Porch Essentials

Warm weather is upon us, and that barren front porch is ready to come alive again.  The front porch offers curb appeal to your home and is often the first place a visitor sees and steps foot.  The front porch is a place to sit and relax while watching the sun going up or the sun going down.  It’s the perfect place to sip coffee in the morning, sweet tea during the day, and a glass of wine at night.  The front porch is a place to gather with loved ones, friends, acquaintances and share stories.  

Adding some flair to your front porch to make it inviting, intriguing, and comfortable can be a low-cost and simple task.  Some of our favorite front porch essentials include:

Rocking Chairs

We like to scavenge through garage sales or antique shops to find the perfect rockers.  Buy a rustic wooden or metal table to separate the chairs to rest beverages or play cards.  Choose from our variety of sheep wool blankets from our Farmhouse Collection to add year-round comfort and warmth. Use as a backrest on the chairs or pull over your shoulders on a chilly night. They make the perfect porch swing blanket. Wool is a unique fiber that will help keep you cool in the summer and warm and toasty during the colder months. 

Small Garden Bed

Putting a small garden bed of aromatic flowers or herbs will add a lovely scent which greets visitors to your front porch. 

Bistro Lights

The classic glow of warm bistro white lights will provide a warm ambiance to your space.

Vintage Wagon

Vintage items such as wagons or sleds can be incorporated into a flower bed or herb garden.  Vintage items provide charm, timelessness, and are also great conversation pieces.   

Swing

What front porch would be complete without a swing?  Whether it’s a traditional two-seater swing or a swinging daybed, these are a must.  We recommend a composite construction that requires minimal maintenance and will last for years and years.  

Holiday Traditions

The holiday season is in full swing. This calls for snowy mornings, soulful cooking, and warm nights curled up with a good book and a sheep wool blankets.

Some of our favorite holiday traditions include tree cutting, game nights, Christmas cook-offs, and pulling out our trusty red plaid wool blanket and black and white checkered blanket for a night of binge-watching Christmas movies. We love to add a good bottle of wine and a beautiful charcuterie board while we lounge the night away. No matter how many times we watch the same movies year after year, we can never get enough of the classic lines that we all remember so well.  

Below is our annual Christmas movie line up.

Home Alone I and II

The Holiday

The Family Stone

Love Actually

Miracle on 34^th Street

Elf

The Santa Clause

A Christmas Story

Carving out time to relax and enjoy the night should not always just take place during the holidays. In a world where technology is everywhere, it’s nice to take a step back and focus on the classic and timeless ways to bring people together.