When it comes to custom Knit blankets, not all yarns are created equal. The feel, clarity of the artwork, sustainability profile, and cost all come down to the type of yarn used. At Riviera Gift, we help promotional distributors and brand managers choose the right textile for the right moment—whether it’s a luxury corporate gift, a retail-ready resort product, or eye-catching event merch.

Below, we break down the four primary yarn types used in our custom knit blankets —Acrylic, Cotton, Feather, and Chenille—so you can confidently recommend the best fit for your client’s brand, budget, and aesthetic.

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Acrylic: The Affordable Crowd-Pleaser

Texture: Bumpy & Soft
Features: Medium Resolution • Recycled Poly
Cost: $ - RT838

Acrylic is the workhorse of the knit blanket world—a great blend of comfort, durability, and affordability. It offers a slightly textured, bumpy feel that still reads soft in the hand. Artwork clarity is solid for most logo styles and bold graphics, and because it’s made with recycled poly, it aligns nicely with sustainability goals without stretching your budget.

Best for:
✔ High-volume giveaways
✔ Event merch and race-day swag
✔ Brands needing value-driven options without sacrificing comfort

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Cotton: The Premium, High-Resolution Favorite

Texture: Smooth & Soft
Features: Highest Resolution • Sustainable
Cost: $$ - RT837

If your client wants the best possible detail, cotton is the winner. The smooth, tightly knit texture allows for crisp lines, clean edges, and the highest resolution artwork of any yarn type. It's also naturally breathable, eco-friendly, and has a universally loved handfeel.

Cotton blankets feel elevated and timeless—making them excellent for premium corporate gifting and luxury experiences.

Best for:
✔ Corporate gifting programs
✔ Hospitality & resort retail
✔ Logos or artwork requiring sharp detail
✔ Sustainability-focused brands

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Feather: The Cozy, Fuzzy Statement Blanket

Texture: Fuzzy & Fluffy
Features: Lowest Resolution • Recycled Poly
Cost: $$$ - RT854

Feather yarn creates that irresistibly plush, fluffy texture customers instantly want to curl up in. This material offers the coziest tactile experience of the lineup—soft, warm, and cloud-like. Because of the fuzzy pile, the artwork resolution is softer and more diffused, giving it a relaxed, cozy aesthetic.

Think of it as the “comfort-first” option.

Best for:
✔ Luxury amenity programs
✔ Ski resorts, winter events, and holiday kits
✔ Bold, simple logos
✔ Any brand wanting maximum snuggle factor

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Chenille: The Ultra-Soft, High-End Showstopper

Texture: Spongy & Soft
Features: Lower Resolution • Recycled Poly
Cost: $$$$ - RT837

Chenille is for clients who want pure luxury. It’s incredibly soft—almost velvety—with a plush, spongy handfeel that stands out immediately. The thicker yarn creates a rich, tactile surface but offers a more stylized, lower-resolution interpretation of artwork.

Chenille blankets have a boutique, elevated aesthetic and pair beautifully with minimalist branding.

Best for:
✔ VIP gifting
✔ High-end retail collaborations
✔ Real estate client gifts
✔ Brands wanting a tactile, luxurious statement piece

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How to Choose the Right Yarn for Your Client

When recommending a yarn type, consider:

1. Artwork Complexity

• Detailed logos → Cotton

• Simple logos or bold icons → Acrylic / Feather / Chenille

2. Budget

• Entry-level: Acrylic

• Mid-tier: Cotton

• Premium: Feather

• Ultra-luxury: Chenille

3. Desired Feel

• Smooth → Cotton

• Textured & soft → Acrylic

• Fuzzy & plush → Feather

• Velvety luxury → Chenille

4. Sustainability Requirements

All recycled-poly options (Acrylic, Feather, Chenille) support eco-conscious initiatives, while Cotton offers natural fiber sustainability.

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Which Yarn Is Right for Your Next Project?

The perfect blanket depends on the experience your client wants to deliver. Whether it’s the sharp detail of cotton, the affordability of acrylic, the fuzziness of feather yarn, or the boutique feel of chenille, each option brings something special.

At Riviera Gift, we guide you through every step—from yarn selection to virtual comps to production—so your branded blankets don’t just look beautiful… they feel unforgettable.

Want free virtual mockups of your client’s logos in all four yarn types?
👉 Request a comp today and elevate your next pitch.