In bedding, the ability to reduce the amount of moisture in your sleeping environment will automatically discourage the triggers of most allergies such as dust mites, a great benefit to those suffering from allergies.  A natural fibre, bamboo will naturally wick away any moisture from the skin, unlike any synthetic fibre.

The softness and suppleness of bamboo is one of the reasons we have introduced bamboo to our collection of blankets.  With bamboo proving to be even more breathable than cotton we are excited to introduce it into our range, and we aim to use it more as Onkaparinga moves into its 150^th year in premium bedding.

Naturally temperature regulating, bamboo is the perfect solution for your bedding all year round.  Use your soft bamboo blanket as a lighter layer during the warmer months, add it as an extra layer over a quilt for the cooler months.

During those cool night’s bamboo will create a natural insulation.  Whilst highly breathable the warm air encased in your blanket will cool more slowly and allow you to enjoy the warmth from your body heat for longer. 

Bamboo is a natural, quick growing resource. A renewable source that brings minimal harm to the environment as it grows quickly and as naturally as possible.  The natural properties and softness off this material make it appealing for use in homewares and clothing.

Unlike synthetic fibres Bamboo can be composted and disposed of in an environmentally sound manner

Our soft textured blankets give a casual feel to any interior when styled as a throw over bedding or a lounge chair. In two gorgeous colours, the crisp white or light blue will suit most interiors and that softness will have you swooning.

View the collection Bamboo blankets HERE.

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Designed and manufactured in Lobethal SA originally at the Onkaparinga Woollen Mills the blankets were something special.

Below we share some stories from those who have shared them with us.

Still with the tags on…

Meg shared images of her Onkaparinga blanket with us, Meg is still holding onto her beautiful blanket in red tartan style still with the tags on. 100% pure wool, her Onkaparinga blanket is still in peak condition all these years later.

Vintage Onkaparinga Blanket

A daughter shares her father’s WW2 story…

Soldier in World War Two Isaac Hawkins

A soldier in WW2 Isaac Hawkins was thankful to have a warm blanket to get him through the long nights alongside his mates.  His daughter shared images of Isaac during the war and of his 1940’s Onkaparinga blanket that she holds so dearly today.

Jean shared this story with us from Canada, where she lives and still cherishes that blanket.

“Thank you for keeping him warm during the war and for keeping me warm today with memories” Jean – Alberta, Canada.

70 years of cherished family memories…

Some beautiful memories were made for the McBurney family, with a beautiful Onkaparinga travel blanket.  Kay contacted us with stories of cherished memories of her parents and outings shared with them and her late sister Judy and we were fascinated to hear it is 70 years old, still with the tag and in great condition.   Pure wool, a beautiful brown and beige with fringed edging, a style that could easily be part of today’s décor.

Kay’s late sister was the beautiful and talented Judy McBurney. A much loved Australian actress, voice over artist and model, well known for her appearances in The Young Doctors and Prisoner, a part of Australian history herself, what a story it was to find out that she had cherished the blanket enough to hold onto it for so many years!  With her parents and sister now sadly passed, Kay had found that her sister had held on to the beautiful blanket for years, and thankfully decided to share those memories with us.

We are lucky to now be the custodians of this blanket, with it now being cherished right here with us after it being generously donated to our small but growing collection.

We are glad to be part of those memories for Kay and her family and love to hear these stories!

55 years on, a glory box story…

We were excited to hear a story shared with us from 2GB radio station a few years ago, a lovely caller told the story of how she had Onkaparinga Australian wool blankets in her glory box when she got married 55 years earlier!

She and her husband still have them on the bed to this day and told the story, listen below…

Putting out fires…

We have even heard a story of a couple that cherished their Onkaparinga blankets, blankets that were still used on their beds… until a house fire swept through.  Onkaparinga blankets were used to put out the fires, but the owners still to this day were disappointed the blankets did not survive after saving the house.

Cherished memories…

There are many more stories of the Onkaparinga blankets, those we hear of everyday.  Stories of children that grew into adults remembering the blankets they had on their bed’s way back when.  Stories of children that are now trying to get those blankets of their parents (and stories of parents that won’t yet part with them!).

We have grandparents with memories of wrapping their children in Onkaparinga blankets, who are now doing the same for new grandchildren.

We are very proud to be a small part of such a historical brand and love to hear these stories.

If you have a story you would like us to share, please email your story (and some images if you have them) to info@onkaparinga.com.au .  We love to share your stories!

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NEW Onkaparinga Australian Wool Blankets

In the early years Onkaparinga was renowned for its quality Australian wool blankets, and over the years they dwindled into history with quilts and comforters taking over in popularity.

Handed down for generations we have had stories of grandparents handing our vintage check and brightly coloured blankets to children and grandchildren.  We have had proud grandparents order a brand-new Australian wool blanket for the family’s new baby, creating new heirlooms for the next generation.

The stories…

We have heard of couples having Onkaparinga blankets in their glory boxes when they got married and fifty years later still have them good as new on their bed.  Pictures of soldiers that carried Onkaparinga blankets during the war have been received, sent by loved ones that to this day hold these blankets as treasures are received with pleasure.

When will they return? …

We get asked daily about when our much-loved Australian wool blankets will make a return and we have refused to add an Australian woollen blanket to our collection until the quality could rival those beloved blankets from the past.

Our NEW Australian wool blankets have arrived.

Celebrating our proud history …

Onkaparinga blankets are a part of Australian history and we are proud to be part of that history.  Celebrating the brands 150^th Anniversary this year, we believed the blankets should return as a celebration of something special from the past.

For our celebration year we have introduced two beautiful Australian wool blankets, both a nod to our heritage;

• Our ‘Check Australian wool blanket’ Onkaparinga blanket has a beautiful heritage check in modern greys and navy to one side and a rich navy to the reverse.  A classic blanket stich edge to the blanket is a little throw back to way back when, when Onkaparinga blankets had the original blanket stitch edging.
• Our ‘Australian wool blanket’ in grey is fully reversable with the much-loved satin edging that gives the blanket the feel of yesteryear.  Light grey to one side and charcoal to the reverse this modern take on the heirloom Onkaparinga blanket will have you cosying up all winter.

Onkaparinga ‘Check’ Heirloom Blanket

Onkaparinga ‘Grey’ Heirloom Blanket

Creating the heirlooms of the future.

View the Onkaparinga blanket collection HERE.

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A weighted blanket is engineered to fit your needs individually.  When used at approximately 10% of your body weight the feeling of being held can relax the nervous system by simulating the feeling of being hugged.  This feeling has been shown to increase serotonin and melatonin levels in the body that helps improve your mood.  It can also help to decrease cortisol levels that will help promote a restful, relaxed feeling that should improve sleep patterns to increase the amount of deep sleep you are getting each and every night.

Engineered with a quality cotton cover encasing the weighted glass beads and including a removable machine washable cotton cover our weighted blankets are prefect for allergy sufferers. Made with non-toxic, environmentally friendly fine grade glass beads our naturally breathable cotton blankets will keep you relaxed and comfortable year round.

The positive effects a weighted blanket can bring to your daily routine include improved sleep that can help with improved moods, alleviate the negative symptoms of stress, promote clearer thinking and reduced anxiety and stress.

The luxurious feel of our cotton covered weighted blankets will help you feel calm and relaxed.  Perfect for when you need a little ‘me’ time.

Choosing the right blanket for yourself or a loved one is simple.  Choose the body weight that best represents you and choose the blanket recommended for that weight. Choosing increased weight will not give a better result, so it is recommended to choose from the categories below.

Bodyweight  20-35kg –  Choose kids size 3kg

Bodyweight  35-60kg –  Choose adults size 5kg

Bodyweight  60-80kg –  Choose adults size 7kg

Bodyweight  80-100kg –  Choose adults size 9kg

Always ensure the user can safely remove the blanket themselves before leaving unsupervised.

Use your blanket when relaxing with a good book, meditating, taking a well-deserved nap or to get a great night’s sleep.

Available in kids or adults sizes and in a colour to suit your home and lifestyle, view our collection of weighted blankets HERE.

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