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Happy #MastersMonday, He-Fans and She-Ravers! Although 99% of my Masters of the Universe collection is still packed away for a new display, something new will come into play. This week, we’re looking at the Franco Manufacturing Masters of the Universe: Silk Touch Throw Fleece Blanket!
Now that autumn is here, and the weather is cooler, I decided to grab a blanket to stay warm. Sorry, this one isn’t nearly as exciting as some of the other Masters of the Universe bedding I’ve collected over the years, like vintage blankets, comforters, pillows, and pillowcases. Still, this fleece has something those 1980s fabrics don’t: it’s extremely soft.
That’s right: what this blanket lacks in design, it makes up for with its silky-soft touch. The 40” by 60” throw is just the right size to keep you warm, and it’s not so thick that the graphics show through on the back. As for the design, this blanket came out last spring to celebrate the new MOTU film in theaters from Amazon and Mattel. (It was a smart move to sell these at the concession stand in a chilly movie theater.) The design is pretty simple, with just the film logo, one laughing Skeletor, and one picture of He-Man riding Battle Cat repeating throughout. If you look for this blanket online, you’ll see it’s supposed to have a second Skeletor pose and another picture of He-Man with the logo, but sans Battle Cat.
Even though the design is simple, Franco offers more than just blankets for the new movie. There’s also a 7-piece queen bedding set (https://link.amazon/B05UGOad2), plus products for other film and video game properties. I wouldn’t mind the full bedding set myself, but I’m pretty sure my wife would not be a fan of cozying up to Skeletor print every night.😄
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