Very nice blanket, heavy, reminds you of old days. Hope it lasts. Only used for a week once in myrtle beach, but weather was cool. Had another blanket on top of it and it was not quite as hot as my bid well electric throw was for *** !! Blanket may not get real hot, if you like it hot just get a throw and save money. But this blanket is unique and the cardinal motif almost allows it to pass for an "Ohio State" blanket!! The lines on the blanket are branches the birds perch on. Branches white, background beige. I'll keep it.