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Basotho Heritage Blankets
Basotho Heritage Blankets
Kobo Ke Bophelo (The blanket is life)
Snuggle up in warmth and comfort in the traditional Basotho Heritage blanket. With It’s unique blend of Merino wool, microfiber, and century old traditional weave construction that gives it an ultra-soft, toasty warm touch and feel that will soon replace every blanket you own.
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Buttery Soft
Super Soft Weave
toasty warm
Made Thick to Repel Wet & Cold
Comfy
Heirloom Quality Comfy Wool
Hypoallergenic
Finest Microfiber & Merino wool
The blanket to rule all blankets
Designed and handmade in South Africa.
Not just a blanket, these are heirlooms. They are made to last for generations to come and have deep cultural significance and history to the people of Lesotho. They are sustainably and ethically handcrafted in South Africa with the blessing of the Basotho Nation. They are naturally hypoallergenic, and each has its unique history and story.
THE SEANAMARENA
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Dating back to the 1930s, the SeanaMarena is traditionally worn by the king and his chiefs, and it has the highest status of all Basotho blankets. SeanaMarena means “To swear by the Chiefs” in the Sotho language. Fun-Fact the Basotho (SeanaMarena) blankets were featured In the Marvels Black Panther worn by the chiefs.
The Kharetsa
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Across the kingdom, a variety of these blankets are worn by the people of Lesotho to represent the different rites of passage in society. The Kharetsa is named after the spiral aloe, which is only found in the Maluti Mountains of Lesotho. It is surrounded by the iconic Basotho hat and shield.
Water For Africa
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As a small business, we wanted to make the most significant impact we could. Over 5 million people are without clean drinking water in South Africa and Lesotho. All too often, children are given the family task of walking for miles every day to collect water.
Ethically crafted with your comfort in mind
All our blankets are sustainably and ethicallycrafted in South Africa with consent from the Basotho Nation. Our factory is in its 66th year and is 4th generation family-owned and operated.
They are the industry leader in utilizing low-impact and socially responsible practices. They are the sole exclusive producer of the Basotho heritage blankets with consent from the Basotho Nation.
