Blankets

As with winter clothing, it's important to store extra blankets for weathering through a winter emergency.

If you don't have old blankets around, you can acquire them inexpensively from thrift stores. People donate them all the time, but they don't sell very fast (especially blankets that aren't "pretty" or have holes). Since we'll be putting them in a box to save in case of emergency, "pretty" is not a consideration. Patch holes and launder blankets before storing.

Look especially for all-wool blankets, such as military surplus. These blankets are fabulous- they will keep you warm even if wet.

Store blankets with mothballs in boxes marked "Extra Blankets".

A word on using them in an emergency: You will be much warmer if you use two blankets- one on top of you, and one beneath you. This can be a lifesaver if you have no heat during a winter disaster.