A nice, soft fleece blanket is a great way to stay warm on a cold night. These cuddly blankets have become extremely popular among people of all ages. You can find blankets made from fleece in all different colors and sizes. They are inexpensive and have a wonderful feel to them. Unlike a wool blanket, fleece is less expensive and easier to clean. Speaking of cleaning, you can simply toss these blankets into the washing machine and then dry them in the dryer. This is different than many other types of blankets that require dry cleaning.
So, just what is fleece made of? Well, it's man made material, mostly polyester, but it can also be of cotton and acrylic. What you'll notice with a fleece blanket is that one side of it will be smoother than the other, while the other side is soft and fluffy.
You'll find these blankets will repel water better that wool or cotton, while being great at providing insulation at the same time. This is part of the reason why they keep you feeling warm and comfortable. Fleece has other uses than blankets such as, sweatshirts, gloves, hats, etc. You can even find a fleece sleeping bag.
