Velda's Christmas Sherpa Throw Blanket
Velda's Christmas Sherpa Throw Blanket
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Velda's Christmas Sherpa Throw Blanket
The last print run · Sewn in Nashville, Indiana
A painted winter cabin, soft plush on the front, thick sherpa on the back – sewn one at a time in a little Indiana quilt shop.
Only 387 left“Harlan painted it for me. I just sew it up so you can wrap yourself in it.”
“When those panels are sewn, there’s no more fabric in the world with Harlan’s picture on it. I want every last one on somebody’s couch at Christmas.”
– Velda Ruark, Nashville, Indiana
In the box
What arrives at your door
- One Cabin Christmas Throw in the size you choose – Throw (50 × 60 in) or Oversized (60 × 80 in)
- Soft plush front printed edge to edge with Harlan’s painted winter scene
- Thick white sherpa back, sewn on and top-stitched by Velda
- Folded in tissue paper and packed in a sturdy box, so it arrives fluffy and ready to use
The difference
What makes Velda’s throw different
A real painting, not clip art
The winter scene is a watercolor her husband painted in 1994 – the cabin, the sled, the lantern, the snowman and two red cardinals.
Two sides, two feelings
Velvety smooth plush on the front, curly white sherpa on the back that feels like lambswool against your skin.
The picture sits straight
Velda squares up every panel by hand before she sews. If the picture is crooked, the throw doesn’t leave the shop.
Edges that lie flat
Every edge is turned and top-stitched, so it doesn’t roll, curl or come loose in the wash.
Warm, yet light
Thick enough to hold the warmth on a cold evening, light enough to carry from the couch to the porch swing.
Made to be used
Machine washable on cold and gentle. It comes out soft and fluffy, winter after winter.
Choose your size
Two sizes, one picture
The classic size for the sofa, an armchair or a lap by the fire. Easy to fold over the back of the couch.
Big enough for a twin bed or two people on the couch. The one couples order so nobody has to share.
Every evening
How people use it
- Fold it over the back of the sofa the first week of December – the picture becomes part of your Christmas decorating.
- Pull it over your knees in the evening, sherpa side down, and feel the warmth come back into your feet.
- Spread the Oversized over a guest bed when family comes home for the holidays.
- Wash on cold and gentle, tumble dry on low, shake it out – it’s ready for the next cold night.
Side by side
A store-bought fleece blanket vs. Velda’s throw
| Big-box fleece blanket | Velda’s Cabin Christmas Throw |
|---|---|
| Generic printed motif, the same in a million homes | A real watercolor painted for one woman, printed in a final run of 387 |
| Thin single-layer fleece | Plush front and thick sherpa back, sewn together |
| Picture often printed crooked | Every panel squared up by hand before sewing |
| Edges roll and fray after a few washes | Turned and top-stitched edges that lie flat |
| Cut and boxed by a machine | About two hours of hand work per throw |
The maker
Sewn by hand in Nashville, Indiana
Velda Ruark has run her little quilt shop on Van Buren Street in Brown County for 41 years. When her husband Harlan passed in 2018, she had his last painting – a snowy cabin with the sled, the lantern and the two cardinals he said were “us” – printed onto soft plush and sewed it into throws for her grandchildren. Customers saw them and asked. Eight winters and more than 3,600 throws later, the small print shop in Indianapolis that made the fabric has closed for good. The 387 throws on her shelves are the very last ones. Her granddaughter Kenna packs every order.
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Velda’s standard
- The picture is straight on every throw, or it stays in the shop
- Every seam is checked under the lamp before folding
- No loose threads, no rolled edges, no shortcuts
- Ships within 1–2 business days, wrapped in tissue
Asked at the counter
Questions people ask Velda
Which size should I choose?
The Throw (50 × 60 in) is perfect for one person on the sofa or in an armchair. The Oversized (60 × 80 in) covers a twin bed or two people on the couch.
Is the sherpa side really soft?
Yes – it’s thick, curly and fluffy, like lambswool. Most people use it sherpa side down for the warmth.
Can I wash it?
Yes. Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle, tumble dry low, no bleach. Shake it out afterwards and it fluffs right back up.
Will there be more after these?
No. The print shop has closed and Velda won’t have Harlan’s painting printed anywhere else. When the 387 are gone, they’re gone.
90-day money-back guarantee. Use it, wash it, wrap yourself up in it. If it doesn’t win you over, send it back and get your money back – no hassle.
Looking after it
Care
Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with similar colors. Tumble dry on low or hang to dry. Do not bleach, do not iron the sherpa side. Shake out after drying to fluff the pile.
The details
Product details
| Sizes | Throw: 50 × 60 in (approx. 127 × 152 cm) Oversized: 60 × 80 in (approx. 152 × 203 cm) |
| Front | Soft plush, printed with Harlan’s painted winter cabin scene |
| Back | Thick white sherpa fleece |
| Edges | Turned and top-stitched |
| Care | Machine washable, cold and gentle |
| Made by | Velda Ruark, Nashville, Indiana |
| Availability | Last print run – 387 throws |
Before You Order
When will my order ship?
The maker keeps a small number finished and ready. Orders ship straight from the workshop within 3 business days, and you'll get a tracking number the moment it's on its way. If a batch sells out, the page will say so honestly — and you can join the waitlist for the next one.
What if it arrives damaged or I don't love it?
You have 60 days to change your mind — send it back for a full refund, no questions asked. And if anything ever fails on it, the County Craft Guarantee covers repairs or replacement for life, handled directly with the maker.
Is every piece really made by one person?
Yes. Every piece is made start to finish by one maker — cut, finished, signed, and wrapped by hand. That's why batches are small and why yours will carry a hand-written number.
Will mine look exactly like the photos?
Almost — but not perfectly, and that's the point. Natural materials vary in grain and tone, so every piece is one of a kind. What never varies is the craftsmanship behind it.
Is it a good gift?
It's our most-gifted item. Every order arrives hand-wrapped in kraft paper with twine and a signed note from the maker — no receipt in the box, so it ships straight to the lucky person.