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Frequently Asked Questions

Do your blankets come in different colors?

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 fibers.  The fabrics used in our blankets is unbleached and not dyed, preserving the natural integrity of the organic cotton.

Do you monogram or personalize the blankets?

The embroidery  process used for monogramming and personalizing requires a tight and dense stitch. At this time, nylon thread is the only thread strong enough to be used in embroidery machines.  Because nylon thread is a synthetic material, we prefer not to use it in our all natural blankets.  In addition, the embroidery process would require a stiff fabric backing to be added behind the stitch in order to stabilize the original fabric  This stiff backing would not feel good against a baby's skin.

Are the blankets machine-washable?

Yes, all our blankets are machine-washable. Just like a comfortable cotton shirt, you can wash it 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 the 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.  The box is then wrapped in natural craft paper to prepare it for shipping. At Cherub's Blanket, we 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 tissue paper is also not bleached or dyed. In addition, by wrapping the box in kraft paper rather than placing it inside another box for shipping, we significantly reduce the overall packaging. 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 handmade in Shaker Heights, Ohio.

Where does the organic cotton come from?

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.

Do you offer any other products at this time?

We love making baby blankets!  However, people are continuously asking us to make other baby items, as well as organic cotton blankets for adults. We plan to offer new products in the future, and would love to hear from you if you have any suggestions. (click here to contact us)

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