Farm Animal Blankets for Fall, Winter and Christmas: Highland Cow, Cow Print and Horse Throws That Make the Sweetest Gifts
Written by: Verna Meachum | www.themestizamuse.com
There is a specific kind of person who sees a fluffy Highland cow and makes a little noise out loud. If you know her, or if you are her, this post is for you.
Every fall I get the same message in different words: “I need a gift for my cow-obsessed sister,” “my daughter is all horses, all the time, what do I get her,” or “I want something cozy but not boring.”
A farm animal blanket answers all three. It is warm, useful every single day from October through March, and it says something about the person you picked it for. That is the part that makes a gift feel like a gift instead of an errand.
Three Farm Favorites. One Faith-Filled Phrase.
The She Prays farm animal blanket collection includes Highland cows, classic cow designs, and playful cowgirl horses, with every design carrying the hand-lettered line: Walking by Faith, Tripping Constantly.
Why Farm Animal Blankets Are the Cozy Gift of the Season
Farm animal throws fit beautifully into farmhouse, western, dorm room, bedroom, and living room decor. Cow print has become part of everyday western style, horse girls never stop being horse girls, and a soft blanket is one of those gifts that gets used the moment it is unwrapped.
It gets used on the first cold night, and then it keeps getting used.
Meet the Collection
The Highland Cow Blanket
THE CROWD FAVORITE
Shaggy bangs, sweet eyes, and a little countryside charm on every corner. This is the design people gravitate to first, and it is an easy pick for a cow lover of almost any age.
Best for: cow lovers, farmhouse decor fans, the friend whose camera roll is full of fluffy cows, or a get-well gift that simply says “rest.”
Available in: velveteen plush and Limited Edition sherpa.
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The Cow Print Blanket
WESTERN AND A LITTLE SASSY
Classic cow-inspired artwork with a western personality. This is for the cowgirl, rodeo mom, or country girl who has never met a cow-print accessory she did not like.
Best for: cowgirls, western decor lovers, teen and college girls, and anyone who has ever said, “I just really love cows.”
Available in: velveteen plush and Limited Edition sherpa.
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The Cowgirl Horse Blanket
FOR THE HORSE GIRL
Playful cowgirl horses, blue western details, and plenty of personality. This one lands right in the sweet spot for the horse-crazy girl who wants her room to feel unmistakably like her.
It is cute without feeling babyish and cozy enough for sleepovers, movie nights, and slow Sundays.
Best for: horse lovers, tweens, teens, barn girls, riders, and the “just a girl who loves horses” girl.
Available in: velveteen plush.
SHOP HORSE BLANKETSWhy “Walking by Faith, Tripping Constantly” Is on Every Blanket
I love the verse, “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” I have it on a shirt, I have said it to friends, and I have leaned on it.
But if I am honest, my actual walk of faith looks a lot less like a confident stride and a lot more like someone stumbling forward, catching herself, laughing, and getting back up.
“I trip. Constantly. I still keep walking.”
When I first wrote that line by hand, I laughed and then got a little teary because it was the truest thing I had ever put on a design.
These blankets are meant to be something you wrap around a person on a hard week. The friend recovering from surgery. The girl who did not make the team. The mom who is tired in a way sleep does not fix.
That Is the Gift Underneath the Gift.
A warm little reminder that you are allowed to trip, you are still walking, and somebody loves you enough to wrap you in something soft.
Velveteen Plush vs. Sherpa
This is the most common question I get, so here is the simple answer.
Velveteen Plush
THE EVERYDAY ONE
Medium heavyweight fabric at about 300 g/m² with an extra-soft velveteen feel and vibrant front printing. This is the lighter, silkier option for couches, dorm rooms, and warmer climates.
Limited Edition Sherpa
THE WINTER ONE
Printed plush on the front with thick, fluffy sherpa fleece on the back. This is the deep-winter, first-snow, movie-marathon blanket for anyone who is always the cold one in the room.
Size: 50 × 60 inches.
Care: Machine wash cold on gentle with similar colors. Tumble dry low or hang dry. No bleach.
Print: Artwork is printed on the front with a soft neutral backing.
Who to Gift a Farm Animal Blanket To
The cow lover. She already has the mug. She may have the socks. She probably does not have a blanket this cute that also speaks to her faith and sense of humor.
The horse girl. Tween, teen, or grown. It is room decor, a cozy throw, and something that actually feels personal.
The cowgirl. She already knows exactly which chair this blanket is going over.
The friend who needs a get-well gift. Flowers wilt. A soft blanket stays for the whole recovery.
The teen or college student. Dorm rooms are cold and bare. A farm animal throw adds instant warmth and personality.
The Christian woman on your list. Faith-filled gifts do not have to feel stiff. This one is warm, funny, cozy, and honest.
Fall & Winter Gift Bundle Ideas
Cow blanket, matching Walking by Faith sweatshirt, hot cocoa, and a handwritten note.
Cowgirl horse blanket, fuzzy socks, movie-night snacks, and a little journal.
Highland cow sherpa blanket, candle, tea, and a card that talks less about getting better and more about how loved she is.
Fold the blanket so the animal artwork shows, then wrap it in clear cello with a wide plaid ribbon.
When to Order for Christmas
Every blanket is made to order, which helps keep the printing crisp and allows limited seasonal runs.
If your blanket needs to be under the tree, order early in December at the latest, and earlier if it is being shipped to another address.
Frequently Asked Questions
All designs are 50 × 60 inches, a standard throw size for the couch, a twin-bed accent, or a large lap blanket.
No. The artwork and phrase are printed on the front. The back is a soft solid.
Sherpa. Velveteen is soft and mid-weight, while sherpa has a thicker fleece backing for colder weather.
Yes. Use cold water, gentle cycle, similar colors, and tumble dry low or hang dry.
Browse the current blanket designs directly in the She Prays shop.
Wrap Someone Up in a Little Grace
Pick the animal that matches her, pick the fabric that matches her weather, and let the phrase do the rest.
SHOP THE BLANKET COLLECTIONWritten by Verna Meachum • www.themestizamuse.com