This the softest blanket I've ever had!  I washed it when I got it before putting it on the bed and almost no lint was in the lint trap when it was dry and I took it out of the dryer.  It is very lightweight.  I bought this blanket and another light-weight one to replace a heavy cotton blanket we were using.  We sleep with the window open at night.  Last night it got down to 20 degrees (Wisconsin weather) and we both stayed warm.  I love it!  I might get another one just to have another one on hand.