Cuddle Couture handpicks high-quality Minky fabrics, made from luxuriously soft microfibers, that will last for generations if proper care instructions are followed. Blankets should be washed on a gentle cycle by themselves, in cold water and mild non-chlorine soap. Do not use any type of fabric softeners. For best results Hang dry. If drying is necessary, only tumble dry on LOW. These fabrics can become weighed down and have a matted appearance if softener is used.