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Decorate a sofa, chair, or bed with a throw blanket.

We’ll show you all the folding tricks you need.

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Throw blanketsare a great accessory for adding color and texture to a sofa or chair.

But how do all those blankets in home magazines look casually draped over the back of the couchjustright?

Next, fold the length of it in half.

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You should now have a tidy rectangle.

Lay your folded throw blanket over one corner of a sofa or chair, smoothing it out if needed.

You might place a throw pillow or two in front.

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Arrange the blanket edges to your taste.

With a snappy flick of the wrist, it will land where you want it.

If you’re satisfied with the placement, leave it as-is, andadd pillows.

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Keep the blanket centered, so both ends hang evenly.

Large baskets make the perfect vessel for storing them.

Simply roll or fold your blanket, then place it inside.

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For a tidy look, opt for a lidded basket.

For a bit of laid-back style, pull a corner of your throw blanket out of anopen basket.