To get rid of the slightly musty smell that all 4 blankets had upon opening, I washed them.  I followed the directions and washed on gentle cycle in cold water.  It was a stinking nightmare!!!! The tassels completely shredded and my washing machine was clogged with all the string.  For 2 weeks I have been pulling this string from my washer as well as the mess it made of my laundry room.  I wouldn’t get these again if you offered them for free!!