Over the next week, organizations across the country will celebrate Sleep Week, an annual event that highlights the connection between sleep and one’s overall health. In honor of this yearly educational occurrence, we gathered a list of tips and tricks to help you, or someone you know, achieve a better night’s sleep. Top 5 tips for sleeping better: Bedding is key: The National Sleep Foundation suggests sleeping on bedding that not only feels good but assists in temperature regulation while you sleep. Bedding such as batiste or Italian voile are two examples of sheeting that wicks moisture an ..read more

Down products are an investment in your sleep, so why not keep them as lofty and luxurious as the day they arrived at your front door? During her 39-year career at Cuddledown, our head seamstress formulated a list of ways to remove the most common household stains. We’re here to share her discoveries and tips with you! Common stain removal tips: Blood: Use Q-Tips dipped in Hydrogen Peroxide and gently rub across the stain. If the stain is still present reapply the Hydrogen Peroxide. Do not dip the used end of the Q-Tip back into the Peroxide, but instead, grab a fresh Q-Tip and repeat the ap ..read more

Falling temperatures and snowflakes have returned once again. While it looks like a winter wonderland outside, the colder temperatures are making it hard to get out of bed in the morning. ‘Tis the season to build your perfect nest with seasonal Cuddledown bedding and chase away the winter chill. Winter wonderland patterns Bring the enchantment of winter into your home minus the cooler temperatures with our toasty winter-themed 6oz flannel. Snuggle up in en-deerlingly cute sheeting with our Winter Wildlife Flannel Sheets. Look forward to sliding into bed each night with our Playful Penguins Fl ..read more

Fall in love with the coming season Fall breeze & crisp Autumn leaves have finally found their way to Maine! Colder temperatures mean spending more time indoors, so we’ve gathered a few ways for you to get your home fall-ready and make the most of Autumn. Below, you will find some of our favorites that will help you bring the perfect fall look into your home.    Bedding with a seasonal flare Bring the excitement of playful wildlife into your home with our exclusive Yukon Animals Bedding. This pattern is so whimsical that you can’t help but fawn over it! Paired with our ..read more

As we are getting closer to the beginning of a new school year, it’s time for your college student to start planning their dorm room décor. Making a dorm room your own is one of the most exciting parts of getting ready to go to college and allows you to transform a blank canvas into a home away from home. Here are five easy ways to help your college-bound student personalize their dorm room: A tapestry. These are a great way to fill the blank space of a dorm wall with something fun that matches their theme. Amazon has affordable tapestries with many different patterns and sizes to pick from ..read more

Recently we were honored once again to support the Travis Mills Foundation, as they were expecting a record number of Veterans and their families to visit the retreat this summer, and were very much in need of new bedding. The Travis Mills Foundation is a nonprofit organization located in Rome, Maine that supports post-911 recalibrated veterans at their no-cost retreat. Veterans and their families are able to relax and bond with their loved ones, in the great Maine outdoors, through various activities from yoga and archery, to boating and pottery, and more! Mills was injured while on deploymen ..read more

Summer is finally here! Soon days will be spent at the beach listening to the waves or soaking up the sun on the back deck while grilling dinner. When we think of summer, the increased temperature is the first thing that comes to mind.  At Cuddledown, a comfortable night’s rest is a top priority, and hot summer nights can interrupt that. Fabrics such as Seersucker, Percale, Batiste, Linen, and Jersey are great options for summertime and those who sleep hot. These materials can absorb and evaporate moisture allowing you to beat the heat and sleep cool throughout the night; making them the ..read more

Our story began 50 years ago in 1973, during the first oil crisis when we began producing down comforters in Yarmouth, Maine. At the time, down comforters were not widely used in the U.S and given the cost to heat homes, these comforters provided a welcomed solution. In the beginning, Cuddledown sold to friends and family, but that changed after placing advertisements in magazines. It was then that our catalog was conceived and customers beyond Maine began enjoying our products. Since 1973, our product line has grown. In the beginning, our product line featured everything from ring-stitch comf ..read more

It’s that time of year when we start preparing for chilly weather, enjoying hot cider, homemade cookies and cozying up by the fireside with family and friends. It’s also the season of giving, and we can’t think of anything better than giving the gift of warmth. From cozy blankets to charming slippers, find the most thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Gifts for the Homebody We all know somebody who enjoys spending ample time at home, or at least a cozy night in. Whether they’re binging their favorite show, or settled in to read a good book, we recommend gifting them a cuddly throw blan ..read more

For many, the end of summer means trading in warm weather for shorter, cooler days. Fall is the perfect time to make the change from lightweight summer bedding to warmer sheets, blankets and comforters. Create a beautiful fall look with bedding adorned with colorful autumn leaves and shades of red, orange and gold, in a fabric that works best for you. To help you find your best bedding for fall, we’ve created the Fall Bedding Guide! The Best Sheets for Fall Cotton Sateen Unbelievably comfortable any time of year, our 400 Thread Count Sateen Sheets are extremely soft with a silky texture. This ..read more