Can a Tortilla Blanket Replace Your Throw? A Cozy Experiment Week

I spent a whole week testing a tortilla blanket to see if it could replace a standard throw blanket or if it was just a fun item to get pictures with.

I started with some pretty minimal expectations. The blanket is super lightweight soft and though it definitely is kind of crazy looking it surprised me during a chill evening at home. The blanket surprisingly kept me warm. If you get hot with thick throws this is a huge win.

By the middle of the week I began to use it on purpose. When I was working from home it was nice to have as a lap blanket. Since it is pretty lightweight it was nice to easily just toss it on and take it off when I got warm. Traditional throws are pretty bulky so if you are someone that adjusts your setup a lot this one is great to have. On the really cold mornings though this blanket is just not enough.

The biggest test of all was movie night. Surprisingly sharing the tortilla blanket was a pretty easy thing to do. Because of its circular shape it was really easy to take up 2 people and not have to worry about any weird pulling. It’s definitely not something to get if you want a lot of blanket but it is practical and definitely gets the conversation started.

At the end of the week it became clear the item doesn’t substitute a standard throw completely but it does deserve recognition. It works best for light uses: lounging travel quick naps or even as a fun piece of decor.

So can it replace your throw? Not really. However as a secondary blanket that combines comfort and personality it becomes more practical than expected— and way more fun.