Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Blankets To Keep You Cosy

If you’re looking for a cosy winter blanket that’s also kind to the planet, you’re in luck. Here are eight options, featuring recycled fibres, organic materials, and everything in between. There’s a sustainable and eco-friendly blanket to suit every budget.

I’ve written about ethical bedding before, but what if you are looking for an eco-friendly blanket to cosy up to on the sofa? With energy bills as high as ever, finding ways to keep warm without having your heating on 24/7 has never been more critical.

As a dedicated home worker for the last five years, I’ve developed many strategies to keep warm whilst working from, that don’t involve always having the heating on.

A cosy blanket is always my top choice, though. Whether it’s keeping your knees warm whilst you work, draped over your shoulders whilst you watch a good movie, or something to cosy up to in bed, there’s a lot to be said for the humble blanket.

If you are looking for a blanket to cosy into this winter, then I’ve got a great selection of sustainable and eco-friendly blankets for you:

Where To Buy Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Blankets

Ready to get cosy? Here are my top picks. I’ve specifically looked for blankets made of natural fibres, eco-friendly organic materials, or sustainable recycled materials for those looking for vegan options. Here are my favourites:

Natural Collection

Natural Collection (£29.95 at Ethical Superstore) is my top great budget-friendly option. Made in the UK from recycled yarn that’s come from old clothes being shredded, respun and rewoven, or redundant yarn saved from landfill and put back into production, it ticks a lot of sustainability boxes. It’s also machine washable for easy care.

The only sticking point is that whilst it comes in lots of different colours, because of the recycled nature of it, there’s no way to specify which colour you will receive.

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Cottsbury

Cottsbury (from £120) is another choice worth looking at, if it’s within your budget.

This ethical and sustainable brand makes beautiful vegan-friendly blankets from 100% Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)-certified organic cotton. These are made in Fairtrade-certified factories, and support fair wages and safe working conditions.

For a nice little extra touch, every product comes in a reusable bag. This is made from surplus Cottsbury fabric that can’t be used elsewhere, to help minimise waste.

Get 15% off your first purchase when you sign up for the Cottsbury mailing list.

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Oxfam Online

For zero-waste and vegan-friendly blankets, head to Oxfam Online. It’s beautiful range of Kantha blankets are handmade in India from recycled saris.

These aren’t secondhand – it’s part of the Sourced by Oxfam range. This brings together the best of ethical, sustainable, and brand-new items that the Oxfam team has carefully sourced from ethical producers around the world.

What’s also to love is that all purchases from Oxfam Online support Oxfam’s work fighting global poverty.

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TBCo.

Edinburgh-based TBCo. (from £55) has a fantastic range of stylish recycled wool blankets that would make a welcome addition to any home. To make your blanket extra special, you can even choose to have your name embroidered on it for an additional fee.

Available in chic herringbone patterns and classic tartans from a wide range of clans, these are all woven from a blend of 70% recycled wool and 30% mixed recycled fibres. On average, TBCo. says each large blanket saves six garments from landfill.

As well as looking good, the blankets are practical. Each blanket is machine washable on a cold wash.

What’s also to love about TBCo. is that, through its Positive Impact Pledge, 2% of every purchase is donated to charities that protect the planet and give to those in need.

Sign up for the TBCo. newsletter and get 10% off your first order.

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Soak & Sleep

Soak & Sleep (£65) is another top ethical choice. Its cosy 100% pure wool throws are made in the UK by Tweedmill, a respected British manufacturer based on the banks of the River Dee in North Wales.

Built to last, each blanket comes with a generous two-year guarantee. After all, Soak & Sleep’s philosophy is simple: buy well, buy once. By working with partners committed to responsible practices and using durable, natural materials, they create beautiful products that are designed to last.

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Florence & Lily

These cosy tartan blankets (£45) from the Florence & Lily Etsy shop make a great sustainable choice. Made from 70% recycled wool, these soft blankets look and feel so luxurious.

Available in a variety of colours, each is machine washable at 30 degrees with a short spin. Plus, each blanket comes in a cotton bag, making it a perfect gift idea.

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Gandy’s

Finally, Gandy’s (from £85) is another blanket brand worth having on your radar. Its snuggly blankets are made from 100% Swedish lambswool, sourced from southern Sweden and completely free from chemical treatments.

Plus, as a certified BCorp, Gandys is committed to balancing quality with purpose. Ten percent of every sale supports educational projects around the world, helping children in places like Brazil, Guatemala, Bali, and Ghana gain access to safe learning environments and brighter futures.

More Sustainable Ways To Stay Cosy

If you’re looking for other sustainable ways to keep warm this winter, I can help:

• Try my guide to cosy ethical socks.
• My guide to sustainable slippers will also help keep those tootsies warm.
• And my big guide to ethical and sustainable knitwear will help keep those chills at bay.