Be sure to heed the Care Label or prepare to do battle with the lint monster. I bought two queen size blankets. A navy (primary) and a taupe (secondary). I was so excited to finally receive the blankets that I just threw the blue in the washer. There was so much lint I was literally freaking out. Before I washed the taupe I decide to check the care label. USE DELICATE CYCLE. Which I did and no excessive lint. As far as drying, no more lint than would be expected.
As for the blankets I am very satisfied with my purchase. Both blankets look great on my bed and keep me warm on the worst winter nights. These blankets are definitely one sided, which I guess is why they are consider a throw blanket. These seem to be study blankets and the pattern fits in with most décor. If I were to grab a blanket to keep me warm I'd grab one of these. That said I plan to buy a couple of twin sizes just to keep on the couch for a throw.
If you buy one or more of these blankets you will not be disappointed. Well unless you do not heed the care label or you are just hard to please.