In the 1950s and 60s sizing information began appearing in the bottom right corner. Pendleton label from 1970 to 1994, with Woolmark logo on the tag. Shirts from the 1970s to 1994 can be identified by the Woolmark Tag which remained unchanged until the early 1990s.

Can a Pendleton blanket be washed?

BLANKET CARE – CAN A WOOL BLANKET BE WASHED? Washing will shrink the blanket and ruin it. Pendletons traditional wool blankets should only be dry-cleaned. The exception is the washable Pendleton Eco-Wise Wool® bedding line.

Are old wool blankets worth anything?

Wool blankets might have a high price tag, even at a thrift store if they are considered collectible. Hudson Bay blankets with their heavy fulled character and stripes are usually at the high end, along with Pendleton blankets.

Who owns Pendleton blankets?

The company today As of 2019, the company is privately held and under the management by the 5th generation heirs of Thomas Kay. John Bishop, great-great-grandson of Thomas Kay, is president and CEO. Great-great-grandson Peter Bishop is the Executive VP of Merchandising and Design.

Where does Pendleton get their designs?

Pattern Origins We make our blankets for Native Americans, but we dont claim our products are made by them. Our companys history is always part of our marketing and sales materials, and is available on our website. Pendleton blanket patterns are developed by in-house designers.