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Baby Blanket Fishtail

$715.00

The Fishtail design resembles a fish tail splashing in the water with a Moss stitch border. Wool’s natural insulation and breathability makes it the ultimate fibre for babies. It provides comfort while aiding in sleep and relaxation. The perfect gift and an essential item for parents. Super soft, lightweight, the ideal size for cot or pram.

1 in stock

The blankets are perfect for newborns to 3 years old – they then become a special blanket friend for junior school years.

Vanilla Cream is our signature colour.
Our wool is 100% Merino and sourced from Bendigo in Victoria, Australia. 

Christening Blanket Fishtail

Heirlooms: Our Christening blankets are special treasures, lovingly hand-knitted from 100% Australian Merino wool. With a little care, they become cherished family heirlooms, offering comfort and warmth for generations to come.

Benefits of Merino Wool:

  • Durable: Resists wet and dry soiling, minimising odours and reducing the need for frequent washing.
  • Hypoallergenic: Static-free, attracts less dust and lint, and contains antibacterial lanolin to prevent colds and flu.
  • Thermo-regulating: Keeps your baby warm in winter and cool in summer.
  • Safety: Flame-resistant, won’t ignite or melt.

About the Fishtail Baby Blanket:

  • 8 Ply: An elegant, everyday baby blanket for cots or prams.
  • Vanilla Cream: Super-soft 100% Australian pure Merino wool.
  • Versatile: Perfect for wrapping newborns to toddlers.
  • Unique: Each blanket is one-of-a-kind, approximately 99cm x 66cm.
  • Handcrafted: Made in country New South Wales, Australia.
  • Care: Warm gentle machine wash, recommended hand wash with Earth Choice Wool Wash.
  • Longevity: A family heirloom with a shelf life of over 80 years.
  • Sustainable: Biodegradable, returning valuable nutrients to the soil.

Why Choose Vanessa Bell Baby Blankets:

  • Sustainability: Reduce synthetic microplastic pollution by choosing wool.
  • Timeless: Our blankets are designed to stand the test of time, like my great grandmother’s from 1940.
  • Eco-Friendly: They biodegrade naturally, giving back to the Earth.
  • Learn More: Click here to discover the benefits of wool for your baby.

Community Advocacy:

  • Connection: I believe in the power of connecting through advocacy for Australian wool.
  • Powerful Steps: Proud member of Tory Archbold’s community, Powerful Steps, supporting women in business. Learn more here.

Choose Wool For A Better Life & Planet

When you choose a Vanessa Bell baby blanket, you’re not just making a purchase; you’re making a conscious choice for the environment and future generations. Join us in embracing the warmth, comfort, and sustainability of Merino wool.

Our blankets are keepsakes, hand knitted in 100% Australian Merino wool.

If you show your blanket a little care, it will love your family for generations to come. Merino wool has a naturally protective outer layer, which resists wet and dry soiling minimising odours. This means it doesn’t require frequent washing.

It’s static free and attracts less dust and lint. What’s more, Merino wool contains lanolin which is naturally antibacterial preventing colds and flu.

Caring for your blanket is easy, but there are a few things you should know. 

Do

  • Warm machine wash on a short gentle cycle (use a wash bag).
  • Use an approved wool detergent.
  • Warm rinse well; gently squeeze out excess water and dry flat in shade.
  • Wool has a memory so stretch gently back into shape and use a warm iron if needed.
  • Dry clean your blanket. 

Don't

  • Don’t use hot water cycles as it will shrink your blanket.
  • Don’t use normal washing powder as it strips the lanolin from the fibre and will ruin the finish of your blanket.
  • Don’t tumble dry as you will shrink your blanket.
  • Don’t dry in the sun as it will scorch and discolour the wool.
  • Don’t hang your blanket on the line it will stretch.
  • Don’t bleach.

Pilling

We use high quality Merino yarn to reduce pilling however you might find with age, some pilling is inevitable.  To prevent this, wash the blanket when you notice loose fibres.  If you notice pilling use a sweater comb to remove.  

Moths

To deter moths, store your blanket with Red Cedar and Huon Pine as a safe alternative to the highly toxic naphthalene moth balls.  Seal your blanket in summer months for storage.