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Naming our Throws & Blankets: Part 2 – Islesboro Cotton & Alpaca Throw
Posted on October 15 2020
Islesboro, Maine has a long, fascinating history that goes back to the 17th century. In August 1692, English Captain Benjamin Church arrived in Penobscot Bay with a company of men and landed on what came to be known as 700 Acre Island, a small island near present-day Islesboro. Islesboro Aerial...
Naming our Throws & Blankets: Part 1 – Penobscot Blanket
Posted on October 01 2020
Brahms Mount is a Monmouth, Maine based manufacturer of luxury blankets and throws since 1983. Wanting to keep a strong connection to our Maine heritage all our product names have some tie back to our beloved state. Brahms Mount Sign Post Since we have loyal customers from all over the...
Cotton Blankets: Naturally Timed For All Seasons
Posted on January 09 2017
A Brahms Mount blanket is a piece of tranquility, a symbol of tradition, and a functional piece of art. Natural color and fibers provide the purest palette upon which to highlight weave, pattern, and texture. Weave, pattern, and texture, are most often best seen in a neutral color and a natural fiber.
10 Gift Ideas for a New Years Eve Party: brought to you by one fiber
Posted on December 13 2016
The New Year is upon us, and you can be as creative as you’d like when choosing a gift for the hostess or host of a New Years party.
2016 Holiday Gift Guide Part Two: Creating Collections
Posted on November 22 2016
Create a collection with Brahms Mount. Pair Blankets, Throws, Pillows or Towels for birthdays, engagements and celebrations that continue throughout the year.
2016 Holiday Gift Guide Part One: 4 Lifestyle Themes
Posted on November 21 2016
Color is therapeutic, and both the colors and content in our fine-micron Merino wool Pinstripe Blanket melt with you in subtle resplendence
Day Blankets For Color and Function
Posted on November 02 2016
What about full coverage head to toe for the day time? You could grab your favorite blanket, but that’s on your bed and a bit too large for a quick power nap. You may want to doze off when you are reading a book, or daydream under cover when headed to your favorite spot.
The Lure Of A Yarn
Posted on October 25 2016
Wool performs well in moist atmospheres, having the mechanical property of getting warmer as a result. A wool yarn that is spun with a textured or brushed surface traps that warmth in its fibers.
Making a Blanket Statement
Posted on October 03 2016
A blanket statement is clearly not the same as a blanket that makes a statement
Interview With the Dream Team at Brahms Mount
Posted on September 14 2016
It’s evident that Brahms Mount success comes from gratification at the workplace. An idea can only reach its potential through hard work, attentive ears, and a motivating product. Be inspired!
What Is The Difference Between a Knit and a Woven?
Posted on August 25 2016
Brahms Mounts blankets and Throws, woven in construction, always keeping their shape. Innovative designing imparts a drape and flexibility that at one point could only be achieved in a knit.
What does Tactile Mean?
Posted on August 08 2016
Textile designers use sensory perception to analyze the qualities in fiber and yarns. This determines the best end use for that fiber.
Why Linen?
Posted on July 22 2016
it appears that Linen is known to be the oldest textile material in the world. Straw, seeds, fibers, yarns, ropes and fabrics have been found dating back 8000 years.
How to use Pattern in the Home
Posted on June 03 2016
Pattern gives a room motion. It does not rely on a specific color scheme. In one pattern, there is enough texture to create harmony with any color.
Here are 4 considerations for using textile patterns in your home:
To The Edge of The Fabric... and Back
Posted on April 20 2016
Self sealing edge effects can be achieved during manufacturing but post weaving edge treatments create an opportunity for technical and creative inventiveness.
7 Alternative Uses for a Throw, Blanket, or Towel
Posted on March 30 2016
The most important uses of your Brahms Mount are not only on the top of bed, but any way you can gain comfort from the cloth in contact with our skin.
5 Ways to Take Comfort with Brahms Mount Fabric
Posted on March 16 2016
The tactile sensation of comfortable fabric is like the taste sensation of comfort food. A blanket that improves your comfort translates into a better night’s sleep. When you are physically comfortable, so follows the quality of your rest. Behind the comfort of a blanket or throw is the alchemy of...
How Does Your Blanket Drape?
Posted on March 07 2016
Fabrics that will be worn or slept under need to move with you. A fabric that will flow across your body has good drape.
How to use Stripes in Interior Design
Posted on February 25 2016
Woven Stripes result in the addition of texture to the pattern of the stripe.
What Is A Plaid?
Posted on February 12 2016
Plaid patterns are not only the resulting magic of color interplay; they are anthropological documentation, woven yarn reflecting era and legend.
A Lasting Valentine
Posted on February 02 2016
Like a warm hug, your love will be felt when you wrap the shoulders of a loved one in a Throw
Is Gray the New White?
Posted on January 27 2016
Remembering that color is what we see when light reflects from an object or even the tiniest of particles, gray can be light and airy, cool and solemn, elegant, or dramatic.
Complimentary and Monochromatic Colors
Posted on January 14 2016
Complimentary colors are opposite each other on the color wheel. However don’t let this simplistic explanation limit your imagination. The color wheel has infinite gradations in shades - the possibilities are endless.
How to Use a Throw
Posted on December 31 2015
A throw blanket is meant to be used on a couch or a chair, inside or outside, and is a multi-purpose, versatile companion for any leisure activity
The Best Blankets
Posted on December 24 2015
Brahms Mount makes authentic blankets with natural fibers made to stay in the family for years for the purpose of promoting rest
Give Linen To The Hostess
Posted on December 11 2015
The character of Brahms Mount Linen far exceeds all expectations. Those who own or receive Brahms Mount linen come to know it and appreciate it with great attention after repeated use reveals the reason for its reputation.
Brahms Mount 2015 Gift Guide
Posted on November 25 2015
For thoughtful, creative, and functional gifts, choose an item with tactile qualities. It is a very personal gesture, and one that will be appreciated for years to come.
Why Wool? Here Are 4 Reasons
Posted on November 10 2015
Our Wool yarn is the perfect mid-weight blanket. Densely packed with yarn, intensely cozy and warm. Air is trapped in the microscopic crimp on the surface of the fiber creating a really comfortable environment.
4 Thoughtful Gifts For The Expecting Mother
Posted on October 29 2015
Whether a gift for the expecting mother's baby shower or gifts post-delivery, aiming for comfort is a great strategy
5 Ways To Bring Texture Into Your Home
Posted on October 21 2015
A richly textured room is a warm room. Use texture to feed the soul and the character of your home!
3 Non Weather Opportunities to Change Decor
Posted on October 13 2015
Traditionally, holidays and the weather signify the changing seasons. Yet there are many other occasions to be creative with the placement and arrangement of your Blankets, Throws, and Towels.
Phenomenal Fibers
Posted on September 29 2015
Fiber comes from a multitude of sources and depending on culture, available resources, and design you might find one of these obscure materials already in your closet
Cottoning On To Cotton
Posted on September 16 2015
Cotton is a renewable and recyclable resource. In fact denim fabric is currently being recycled for use as insulation.
Best Size Blanket For A Platform Bed
Posted on September 03 2015
When you buy a blanket, your choice should be governed by the correct size for the mattress
What Makes a Bedroom Inviting?
Posted on August 21 2015
Our bedrooms impact the quality of our lives, as this is where we spend quality individual time.
Inspiration - Where Does It Come From?
Posted on August 18 2015
Inspiration is a spontaneous function that we do not control. It is a natural reaction that can come from a sky filled with stars or a single fresh green blade of grass.
Words Weaving New Meaning
Posted on August 04 2015
Have fun reading these popular sayings whose words have original meaning in the textile and fabric trade.
Bedding and Home Decor Over Time
Posted on July 22 2015
At the time [in 1983] beautiful sleepwear was fabricated of 100% cotton, however, where were the thick luxurious cotton or linen blankets? There were none to be found, we had to invent our own.
The Antique Shuttle Loom
Posted on July 14 2015
The W3 loom is a flexible tool. It does not confine us to high minimums that other looms require in order to be efficient. We can maximize the value of detail in design as alterations and inventions are immediately possible right at the loom.
Showing the Hand of the Weaver
Posted on June 30 2015
Though it is important to know the collective opinion of our industry, we rely on our artisan’s hand and seasoned intuition. Years of practice, a keen eye, and steadfast devotion to using the appropriate amount of design work results in a collection that has immediate place and a recognizable personal signature.
Directions for Use of Brahms Mount Blankets
Posted on June 24 2015
6 ways you’ll know if you are using your Brahms Mount in a way that shows the design and is the best for fit
Handmade, the Essence of Gift Giving
Posted on June 10 2015
Whether father's day, a wedding, or graduation, choose a gift that is created from the hand of an artist. It is work from the heart and the quintessential essence of gift giving.
Color Meanings and Affects
Posted on June 02 2015
Color has a powerful effect on our lives. Research indicates that color can influence mood. Certain colors promote calm, while others light fire and passion.
How to Make a Bed
Posted on May 27 2015
Let your bedroom beckon you. Rest and rejuvenation are what we desire from sleep. Color and fiber choice in bedding can act to relax or excite our senses. The soft touch of a natural fiber and the grounding quality of calm lighting can play a significant role in balancing our living spaces.
A Lifetime of Security Blankets
Posted on May 12 2015
Children with an attachment to a special blanket clutch these companions, some into their adult lives, and the security of a blanket becomes second nature.
Is it a Herringbone? Is it a Chevron? It’s far more than a Zig-Zag pattern!
Posted on May 04 2015
The ubiquitous zig-zags of herringbone and chevron have roots that date back to 1800 BC and after 3815 years of popularity it’s no wonder they are thought of as being very closely related.
Pillows, the art in the room
Posted on April 27 2015
Pillows are an instant makeover to your home décor. They can be placed to add a modern accent or to create a traditional feel. They can match your blankets or be mixed and matched to transform a living room. Decorative pillows are the perfect showcase for color and pattern.
Static Electricity and Natural Fibers
Posted on March 23 2015
Many anti-static treatments used on synthetic fibers are based on helping the fiber retain moisture. Yes, the shocking truth behind static and synthetics!
The Long-Lasting Durability of Cotton
Posted on February 13 2015
Take a moment to imagine how many times per day you interact with cotton. Maybe you’re wearing a cotton shirt, or snuggling into a Brahms Mount cotton herringbone throw. Or it could be that tonight you’ll fall asleep between cotton sheets.
Linen Towels Fend Off Kitchen Germs
Posted on February 06 2015
Most kitchen towels are made from cotton, an absorbent material that must be thoroughly cleaned in order to stem off such germs found within the kitchen. Brahms Mount linen towels are incomparably smooth, and one quick swipe across any wet surface and it’s like the liquid wasn’t even there at all.