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Throw Blanket

A throw blanket is a versatile, smaller-sized blanket typically measuring around 50 by 60 inches, designed to be draped over furniture, folded at the foot of a bed, or wrapped around oneself for added warmth. Unlike bed-sized blankets, throws are specifically sized for individual use and decorative display. They serve as one of the most effective tools in an interior designer's arsenal for adding texture, color, and warmth to any room. The decorative impact of a well-chosen throw blanket should not be underestimated. A single throw can introduce a new texture like chunky knit, faux fur, or herringbone weave that enriches the entire room's visual palette. Throws work equally well in living rooms draped over sofas and armchairs as they do in bedrooms layered across the foot of the bed. They are also among the easiest and most affordable ways to update a room seasonally, swapping lightweight cotton or linen throws for heavier wool or faux fur versions as temperatures change.

Key Characteristics

  • ✓Compact size ideal for individual use
  • ✓Adds texture and color to any room
  • ✓Versatile placement on various furniture
  • ✓Easy to swap seasonally
  • ✓Available in countless textures and patterns
  • ✓Functional warmth combined with decorative appeal

Types & Variations

Chunky knit throw
Faux fur throw
Herringbone woven throw
Fleece throw blanket
Tassel-edged boho throw

Common Materials

Merino woolCashmereAcrylic knitCottonFaux fur polyesterAlpaca blend

Works Well With These Styles

HyggeBohemianScandinavianFarmhouseModern

Placement & Usage Tips

Drape a throw casually over one arm of a sofa for an inviting, lived-in look. Fold it in thirds and lay it horizontally across the foot of a bed. Avoid over-styling by choosing one or two throws per room rather than covering every surface.

💡 Pro Tip

Keep a basket or large decorative bowl near the sofa to store throw blankets when not in use. This prevents them from looking messy while keeping them within arm's reach. Choose throws in colors that complement but do not exactly match your existing pillows for visual depth.

Related Terms

Coverlet

A lightweight, decorative bedcover that typically drapes over the top of the bed without reaching the floor, often woven or matelassé in texture.

Decorative Cushion

A soft, padded textile accessory used primarily for aesthetic purposes on seating and bedding, encompassing a broad range of shapes, fabrics, and embellishments.

Throw Pillow

A small decorative pillow used to add color, pattern, and comfort to sofas, chairs, and beds, available in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and cover materials.

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