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The origin of linen and its use for blankets and throws
The origin of linen Linen is one of the oldest textile fibers known to man, with roots stretching back to ancient times. Flax cultivation dates back approximately 10,000 years, with evidence found as early as ancient Egypt, where it was...
Merino Wool, Alpaca or Camel?
MERINO WOOL The main characteristics of this wool are that it maintains constant body temperature without heating; having a particular chemical structure it prevents the proliferation of parasites (including mites) and has an absorbent effect, which allows moisture to evaporate...
Different types of wool and their characteristics

There are many types of wool with different characteristics, but thermoregulation is their unique property, keeping you warm and dry. Merino wool, used by CO.BI, is high-quality and maintains body temperature, preventing parasites.

Which process to choose?
We hear more and more about the design or workmanship of Pied de Poule, Tartan, Chevron, Prince of Wales, Honeycomb but do we all know what we are talking about? Do we all know how to distinguish between Prince of...
Newborns and natural fibres
Generally, newborns love to be wrapped in a blanket made of soft natural wool-cashmere. Considering that our cashmere blankets are so soft, smooth and elegant, this is understandable.....but there is another explanation. Newborns are unable to control their own temperature,...
The Pilling
Pilling is a natural phenomenon that occurs on wool and cashmere garments with the appearance of small balls (pills) on blankets or plaids. It is therefore not an indicator of low quality of the yarn, as is often mistakenly thought,...
The Origins of Cashmere
  CASHMERE, or kashmir, is a very rare and precious textile fibre, formed from the undercoat of the Hircus goat native to Kashmir. The animal's coat is divided into two layers of hair; an outer coat made up of large,...
Pure Cashmere Blankets Made in Italy: Why Choose Them Over Synthetic Ones
  Since ancient times, the cashmere blanket has always been synonymous with beauty, warmth, tradition, but above all family; it is no coincidence that all the most valuable quilts are those that are handed down from generation to generation since...
Co.Bi. Cashmere, Local Biella Craftsmanship, Made in Italy
For over half a century, CO.BI has believed in the craftsmanship of the Made in Italy branded product, creating unique and high-quality home linens. Our passion for creativity, excellent materials and attention to detail has been going on for almost...