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Alva 1/2.1 Blanket

Made in Manteigas, Portugal by Burel Factory

A 100% wool throw woven in the Serra da Estrela mountains on ancestral looms and finished by hand. Soft, durable, and naturally hypoallergenic, the Alva Throw adds calm texture to the sofa, the bed, or even the wall.

What makes this a Keeper

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Product Details

Fully Local
Heritage Revival
Keeps Region Alive
184,00 €

Free delivery* to the EU & UK

Made to order

, delivery time 2–4 weeks

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Serra da Estrela wool

Alva throw is made from natural wool sourced from free-grazing sheep on the high plateaus of Serra da Estrela, where the high-altitude vegetation produces softer, more durable fibres.

Alva 1/2.1 Blanket
Sheeps grazing in the mountains around the Burel Factory.

What makes this a Keeper

Craft & Process

The only factory in Portugal still producing burel using 19th and 20th-century machinery, a centuries-old felting process that creates dense, water resistant fabric

Materials

100% pure sheep’s wool from Serra da Estrela, where sheep graze freely on high plateaus, producing exceptionally soft fiber, sheared manually for animal comfort and quality

Timeless Design

Traditional patterns from old weaving books dating to 1942

About the Maker

Their Story

In Manteigas, Portugal, Isabel Dias da Costa and João Tomás rescued a failing wool factory, preserved 19th and 20th century machines and master weavers whose knowledge couldn't be found in any manual. They introduced vibrant colors to burel, a traditional water-resistant wool fabric once worn only by shepherds, keeping it alive through slow, handcrafted production. What they're doing isn't just business; it's recovering heritage one thread at a time.

Technical Details

Attributes Value
Dimensions 180 × 130 × 1 cm
Material

100% wool
Color

Terracotta

Care Instructions

Hand wash in cold water with wool-safe detergent. Treat stains before washing. Don’t wring. Air dry flat, inside out, away from direct sun. Steam wrinkles gently, 1-2 inches from the fabric. Air out between wears, wool’s antibacterial properties often eliminate the need for washing. Store folded flat in a cool, dry place. Avoid hanging. Ensure pieces are clean and dry before long-term storage to deter moths.

Made to Keep

We handpick our makers and products to be sure they will last a lifetime.

Made in Europe

All products are manufactured in Europe,
if not exclusively at the maker’s location.

We stay with you

You will receive maintenance advice, and can access our repair and resell services.

Truly yours

A lot of our handmade products are made to order – just for you.

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