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Rugs & Carpets Made in USA
Buying American Made is a goal for many, but researching the perfect product can take time and we know just how precious your time is, especially during the summer when you'd rather be...
Habberstad House Bed and Breakfast: Bates Bedspreads & Antique Wooden Beds Make the Perfect Pair
Photo Credit: Habberstad House Bed & Breakfast Located in Minnesota's iconic Bluff Country, the Habberstad House Bed and Breakfast is an oasis of relaxation and historic beauty. When Innkeepers Elaine and...
The Jacquard Loom: How Bates Weaves Hobnail Bedspreads & Matelasse Bedspreads
For this week's post, we're going to dive into the history of the Jacquard loom. If you've ever visited the Maine Heritage Weavers factory floor in Monmouth, Maine where our store...
Bathroom Essentials | Made in USA Towels, Shower Curtains, Bath Rugs & More
The original idea for this week’s blog was to compile a list of American Made bath towels. Come to find out, nearly all quality bath towels still made in the...
Burke Manor Inn: Historic North Carolina Inn Adds Bates Bedspreads & Blankets
The Burke Manor Inn is a gorgeous historic bed and breakfast located in Gibsonville, North Carolina. Originally built in 1906 by a local textile magnate, the home was soon purchased by...
How to Fix a Woven Blanket or Bedspread
Bates bedspreads have been adorning America’s bedrooms since the first one rolled off the loom over 150 years ago. Decades of continuous production coupled with heirloom quality weaving makes it...
Maine's Rich Textile History
Maine is a state with a rich and interesting textile history. In its heyday, Maine was the primary powerhouse behind textile industrialization in the United States. Due to the rising...
Bedspread, Coverlet, Duvet, Quilt, Comforter: What's the Difference?
When putting together your dream bed, you have many options when it comes to the top of your bed. This statement piece is important not just to bring your bedroom...
Where to Buy Made in USA Sheets & Pillows
As a well-known retailer for American Made bedspreads, our customers often turn to us for recommendations on where to buy bed sheets and pillows to complete their Made in USA...
The History of Matelassé
As a loyal Bates customer, you are probably familiar with our two main collections: Matelasse Bedspreads and Terry Bedspreads. But what meaning do these titles have? Both of these words refer...
From New York to Michigan: Two Inns with Two Great Bates Bedding Looks
We love when we get to see how customers incorporate Bates into their homes or guest rooms throughout America (and in some cases, around the world!). In this post, we're excited to share...
What Does Your Bed Frame Say About You?
Sleigh beds and daybeds and murphy beds… oh my! What style of bed frame do you sleep on at night, and what does it say about you? Let’s find out....