You can also quickly alter the heat settings to suit your needs with an impressive choice of 9 different heat settings, you are covered for everything from chilly evenings to frigid mornings.

This blanket also costs around 1p to warm your bed (if you use it for two hours on the low setting). We want to make things a little unusual — in only the best way — by providing you with the space and amenities to mix things up. It is quite bulky, though – the well-spread-out wires make sure there are no cold patches but you can definitely feel all the cables, and it’s quite heavy to lug around. While most contemporary heated throws are neutral in colour, and fleecy or faux fur in makeup, this velvety mustard offering really stands out.

There are a few factors that need to be taken into account to make sure you find the right blanket for your individual needs.

ULTRA-SOFT PREMIUM MICRO FLEECE: Made from the highest quality, soft and thick microfleece for maximum warmth and comfort. This versatile throw is ideal as a gift and a must-have addition to any student's essentials for university. Crafted with synthetic materials but made to look and feel like an authentic sheepskin, the Big Hug Woolly comes in natural beige, black, graphite or white.

And with its dual digital controllers, you can even split your heat settings to suit each side of the bed. Remove all power cords, then fill a bathtub or large washtub with cold water and a small dose of mild laundry detergent. The smooth touch material is made up of 280gsm Shu Cotton Velvet and 220gsm Sherpa Fleece, all knitted together with overlock edging for supreme durability. Body language expert explains Meghan Markle's 'proud reason' behind placing her hand on Prince Harry's chest. The site of The Royal Sonesta New Orleans dates back to 1721 when French military engineer Adrien de Pauger first laid out the city of New Orleans.

The controls are easy to use, with six heat settings – including a fast-heat setting – and three options for the auto shut off duration. Luxuriously quilted in an eye-catching herringbone pattern, it works as both a neatly arranged bedspread and a casually draped sofa throw. Energy efficiency is built in to most electric blankets, with some costing just a few pence to run per night. This is great if you want it in the car, or the seat you want to use it on is just a bit too far from a plug socket. Durability After testing, each electric blanket and heated throw is washed and dried five times to simulate wear and tear.With a tour that explores the rich history and behind-the-scenes magic, this family-friendly adventure provides a deeper understanding of this unique and festive tradition.

EXCLUSIVEKate is reunited with her three children for the first time in two weeks after leaving hospital. From spare bedroom at previous home- virtually unused as visiting family preferred other spare bedroom as it was an en-suite one! If you want to keep warm in bed without shelling out for an electric blanket, a cheaper option is a hot water bottle. there should be either 90 min or 12 hour setting and if the blanket isnt running for that time then it must be faulty.With quilted stitching, the Dreamland mattress protector feels more akin to a mattress topper, as it’s also thick and supportive. If it is wrinkled, hang the blanket from a shower rod, hand smooth, and let gravity pull out the wrinkles. If you have an old electric blanket that's showing signs of wear or has visible wires, it could be time for a change.