For well over two centuries, the hudsons bay point blanket has been an iconic product in canada and around the world. The blankets currently come in 4 point, 6 point, and 8 point. An illustrated history of the hudsons bay blanket, by 1700, blankets represented more than. Hudson bay 4 point blanket, natural with multi stripes. So, when i came across this tutorial for a crib blanket inspired by these iconic blankets, i had to share it. The fresh, bright stripes on minimalist solid backgrounds made of wool and perfect for this time of year. This darker grey version was reintroduced in 2000 as one of two new designs launched to mark the new millennium. Your passeddownthrough generations hbc point blanket could be worth thousands of dollars. Hudsons bay company 90 by 100inch queen size 6 point blanket, scarletblack stripe.
Point blankets are a type of trade blanket and are most closely associated with the hudsons bay company who have been marketing them into north america since 1779. Our hudsons bay point blankets retain the authentic 100percent wool quality that has made these blankets legendary. A hudsons bay point blanket is a type of wool blanket traded by the hudsons bay company hbc in british north america now canada and the united. An hbc point blanket quilt of your own use small ones as mug rugs. Our earliest is the red label between 1915 and 1920. When buying hudsons bay point blankets, this site will. Ive purchased the identical blanket for my son and also for my inlaws. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Sep 19, 2011 the multistripe hudsons bay point blanket also referred to as the glacier national park blanket and the chief blanket follows a very simple aesthetic pattern. Hbc stripes iconic multi stripe point blanket thebay. The 18th century plains indians valued the preshrunk and felted cotswold wool blankets for their ability to retain heat and repel water, and used them for bedding and clothing. By madeline hague, the proud owner of two hbc point blankets fun facts.
Nov 15, 2016 yet the hudsons bay point blanket owes its existence to both, with the hudsons bay fur trading post in canada acting as a halfway point between the two cultures. The hudsons bay point blanket is a wool blanket with a series of stripes and points markers on cloth first made for the hudsons bay. See more ideas about hudson bay blanket, hudson bay and bay point. The label is white with orange lettering and reads hudson bay point bl. I checked ll bean, for example, and of the 22 blanket styles it sells, only this blanket is remotely similar to hudson s bay point blanket. Jan 19, 2012 hudsons bay point blankets are beautiful and iconic examples of simple design. Hbcos is one of if not the oldest department store in north american dating back to the 1800s. New listing vintage hudson bay wool blanket 4 point cranberry red 72 x 88 england. As you can see, although it is similar, it is not the same. Feb 17, 2014 one textile pattern ive been following recently is the iconic hudsons bay point blanket. They have been the warmest, coziest and coolest bedding accessory in canada for over 300 years. It is enjoyed as much today as when it was first introduced into the fur trade in 1780. According to point blanket collector and historical expert harold lee tichenor, author of the blanket.
A cosy warm heirloom, which km better passon to her grandchildren at the age of 90 even if, by then, a couple of faded coffee stains blot the blanket here and there. A point blanket is generally made of wool although many american ones used some cotton in their weaving and has one or more fine lines, called points woven into one edge of the blanket. When talking about hudson bay blankets the point system is often mentioned. Welcome to the site exclusively dedicated to point blankets.
The blanket an illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket hudsons bay company tichenor, harold hudsons bay company published by toronto, on. We are committed to the preservation, education, and promotion of hudsons bay companys history and the ongoing care and maintenance of the companys historical hbc corporate art, artifact, image, and reference collections. Ibena cozy blanket atlanta 3218, anthracite, white, wool blanket, 150 x 200, with fantastic star pattern made of easycare cotton mix, pleasantly warm and cuddly soft 4. Vtg schaefer outfitter mens xl cream wool coat hudson bay style stripes 60s 70s. Hbc heritage our history the hbc point blanket faqs. The blankets were used in the fur trade, traded in exchange for pelts.
An illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket, written by noted hbc point blanket collector harold tichenor. If you are interested in anything to with the fur trade then i heartily recommend it. A hudsons bay point blanket is a type of wool blanket traded by the hudsons bay company hbc in british north america now canada and the united states during the 1700s and 1800s. A hudson s bay point blanket is a type of wool blanket traded by the hudson s bay company hbc in british north america now canada and the united states during the 1700s and 1800s. Throughout the 18th century, wool blankets were among the most popular trade items in the canadian fur trade, accounting for. Easeland soft king size blanket winter warm microplush lightweight thermal fleece blankets for. An illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket, written by noted hbc point blanket collector harold tichenor. A hudsons bay point blanket is a type of wool blanket traded by the hudsons bay company in british north america and the united states during the 18th century and 19th century. For over fifteen years i have been researching the history of these blankets and recently published two books on the. Unfollow hbc point blanket to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Thats why we were so 1,000,326 torontonians cant be wrong. Value is determined by age, size, colour, pattern rarity and condition.
The famed hudsons bay company hbc point blanket is known the world over, and has changed little since it was first introduced in 1780. Hudsons bay company queen size 6 point charcoal grey point blanket a light grey blanket was originally produced under contract for the canadian army during world war i. Like those sold in the 18th century, todays blankets are made in england with wool blended from sources in england, wales, new zealand, and india. Germain maugenest first suggested to the company s london committee that pointed blankets become a regular trade item. Hi i am trying to determine the age and value of this blanket.
It is a 2 point cream color with the black, yellow, red and green stripes on both ends. Bed blankets free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Hudson bay point blanket quilt and free pattern quilts. Hudson bay 8 point blanket natural with multi stripes by. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons bay company and other companies trading in north america. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. How the hudsons bay point blanket became a canadian. We love the hudson s bay blanket for its classic simplicity and beauty. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Germain maugenest first suggested to the companys london committee that pointed blankets become a regular trade item. Hudsons bay blankets points were narrow lines of woolen fiber dyed indigo dark blue or black, about 1014 cm long, woven into the edge of the blanket. The company is named for the hudson bay and the blankets were typically traded.
Extra large hudsons bay blanket coat vintagehaberdashers blog. The edging along the blanket is true old school weave. Hudsons bay point blanket the canadian encyclopedia. King bed size, we stock scarlet red, and white with multistripes.
The hudsons bay company introduced their distinctive striped point trade blanket in 1780. Yet the hudsons bay point blanket owes its existence to both, with the hudsons bay fur trading post in canada acting as a halfway point between the two cultures. The blankets were soon being tailored into hooded, belted. The broad variety of patterns and colours featured in this book will astonish even avid trade blanket collectors, who all too often believe that the popular multi stripe. It will last a lifetime, according to leon leonwood bean himself, who always kept one on hand even in his car. Points were identified by the indigo lines woven into the side of each blanket. Hudson bay striped belted point blanket wool coat double breasted size large.
Hbc heritage our history the hbc point blanket history. The point blankets pictured above were first sold in canada in the 18th century to native americans in exchange for beaver pelts. Bean classic since 1925, this heritage striped wool blanket is practically windproof and water repellent to keep you warm and dry. Hudsons bay company iconic glacier point blanket, 6 points, queen size. Multistripe, camel, green, scarlet, detail from advertisement in the beaver, june 1950 while it is interesting to read manufacturers claims about the high quality of hudsons bay company blankets, the most convincing testimonials are those from blanket owners themselves such as the following, solicited by the company. Jan 23, 2012 i know im not the only one who loves hudsons bay point blankets, which were traded in canada and the united states in the 18th and 19th centuries. With its proud stripes and distinctive black markings, the hudsons bay point blanket is a canadian icon. Hudsons bay point blanket scarlet red 6 points 90 x 100. For more information and resources, visit the hbc fistory foundation learning centre at. Rare vintage 1940s50s hudson bay hbc 100% wool 4 point blanket classic striped. Absolutely fascinating history of the hudsons bay companys point blanket. It doesnt get any more canadian the this materials.
Get the best deals on hudson bay blanket when you shop the largest online selection at. In the fall of 2002, at the time of the publication of the blanket an illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket, by harold tichenor, we asked hbc associates for their hbc blanket stories. An illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket. This page records my first attempt to handweave, full and finish a point blanket. I have followed as closely as possible the information provided in the blanket. Hudsons bay company has commissioned these fine englishmade woolen blankets since 1780, many becoming heirlooms that are passed on from one generation to the next. The eight point blanket will make a capote coat up to mens coat size 56. May 09, 2017 hudson s bay was not the only company to use the point system in blankets over the centuries, but thanks to 21stcentury marketing extensions into many product categories, the striped blanket is. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Hudsons bay four 4 point pink wool blanket 86 x 66 excellent. I still have the four beaver pelt blanket my grandfather gave to me over 60 years ago. Unfollow hudsons bay blanket to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. After finishing his first book for the hbc the blanket.
Jul 28, 20 a bit about the hudsons bay blanket coat. Hudsons bay point blanket video learning wizscience. Hudson bay wool collectible blankets for sale ebay. I adore the solid primary color stripes of the original blankets, so this hudsons bayinspired crib blanket tutorial and knitting pattern from the purl bee really caught my eye. The 8 point, or king size for the plebeians, is perfect for doubling up on super duper cold nights and being toasty as a fart stuck in a fat mans pants. The blankets were typically traded to first nations and native americans in. Determining age and value of hudson bay blanket the ebay.
These blankets can be found in many styles, but are most often simple in design with one or more bars or stripes, called headings on each end. From the research i have done, i believe it dates between 1950 s to 1970 s. Hbc heritage is an internal department of hudsons bay company. Hudsons bay hbc 100% wool 2 points blanket 330 yrs millennial edition 61x55. Hudson s bay company point blankets track of the wolf.
Hudson bay blankets by woolrich from dann, complete collection. Many people are led to believe that the points stood for the number of beaver pelts that were required to obtain the blanket. With its proud stripes and distinctive black markings, the hudson s bay point blanket is a canadian icon. See more ideas about hudson bay, hudson bay blanket and blanket coat. For over two centuries the hudson s bay company point blanket has been a familiar item in canada and around the world. New listing vintage the hudsons bay company hbc wool throw blanket 86 x 58 beige. For over two centuries the hudsons bay company point blanket has been a familiar item in canada and around the world.
Lost in the woods from the series a canadian portrait by jeff molloy there is a striped blanket that is as much a national symbol as a corporate identity. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. If the blanket does not have a label the task is considerably more difficult and involves developing the skills to determine the style of weave, the differences between hand and machine weaving and analyzing the colours. May 06, 2010 among our beloved symbols of canadiana, like tim hortons, hockey and beavertails, the hudsons bay point blanket ranks highly. Like those sold in the 18th century, todays blankets are. It was the english who finally perfected it especially the englishowned hudsons bay company hbc. This blanketthrow is knit in the tradition of the hudson bay stripe pattern. A blanket so importantit even has a book written about it. With its proud stripes and distinctive black markings. Hudson bay 4 point blanket, scarlet with black stripes.
The earliest mention of hudson s bay point blankets is contained in the minutes of a meeting of the hudson s bay company s london committee on 16th december, 1779, but there is little doubt that. Vintage hudson bay company wool 4 point blanket 88 x 66 made in england hbc. Hudson bay company wool jacket striped vintage canada blanket coat winter xl. For generations my family has been collecting hudson bay blankets, and while i knew some of the background i was surprised to find a book dedicated to the.
Authentic hbc hudsons bay wool point blanket charcoal grey. I can honestly say that i have never expected to buy a book dedicated to blankets, but the whole history of the hbc is so absolutely compelling that i was drawn towards it. Woolrich offers hudsons bay point blankets under the official license of the historic hudsons bay company. Originally, the hudson s bay blanket s lightweight warmth and insulation made it common barter for native american goods, like beaver. When buying hudsons bay point blankets, this site will guide. Hudsons bay company 90 by 100inch queen size 6 point blanket, naturalmulti stripe. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons bay.
How the hudsons bay point blanket became a canadian emblem. In 1779, hbc commissioned the textile mill of thomas empson of witney, oxfordshire, to produce pointed blankets. One of the trading commodities most highly prized by the indians in exchange for their beaver pelts, was the original hudson s bay point blanket. May 25, 2015 the hudsons bay point blanket has a fascinating history the original blankets were used as currency in the colonial u. Its even whispered, up canada way, that ancient trappers.
The company is named for the hudson bay and the blankets were typically traded to first nations in exchange for beaver pelts. And maybe more, we love the underlying belief that, even in the midst of the great canadian wilderness with its arduous cold and haunting vastness, the hudson s bay blanket will protect us. New listing vintage hudson s bay 4 point white multicolor stripe 100% wool blanket 88 x 68. Point blankets are a type of trade blanket and are most closely associated with the hudson s bay company who have been marketing them into north america since 1779. See what customers said about these highly rated items. Each blanket was graded as to weight and size using a point system. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons bay company and other companies trading in north america cinetel, bowen island 2003, 128 pp, colour illustrations, spiral bound for field use. A quantum book produced for hudsons bay company madison press books, 2002, 1st edition, first printing, toronto, ontario 2002 isbn 10. A 4 point required 4 pelts where as an 8 point required 8 pelts. Hudson bay blankets dont just last a lifetime hanks. The points represented the size and weight of the blanket. Apr 28, 2012 when buying hudsons bay point blankets, this site will guide you in determining the age. In my second book the collectors guide to point blankets there is an extensive section on labels and their approximate dates. New listing vintage hudsons bay 4 point white multicolor stripe 100% wool blanket 88 x 68.
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