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Wool Quilt Care & Storage Guide

Wool Quilt Care & Storage Guide

25 Jan 2024

Introduction: Wool quilts are not just cozy; they're also an investment in comfort and quality sleep. However, like any good thing, they need a little TLC to stay in tip-top shape. In this blog, let's dive into the wonderful world of caring for and storing your wool doona . 1. Wool Quilt Wash Types The first thing we need to ...Read More

What is GSM for Doonas and Underlays? Unveiling the Comfort Code…

What is GSM for Doonas and Underlays? Unveiling the Comfort Code…

05 Jan 2024

Introduction: Picture this: You're on the hunt for the perfect doona or underlay to elevate your sleep experience. You stumble upon the term GSM, and suddenly, it feels like you need a secret code to understand what it means for your cozy haven. Fear not! In this blog post, we'll unravel the mystery behind GSM and why it's a ...Read More

How to Stay Warm and Cut Energy Bills This Winter

How to Stay Warm and Cut Energy Bills This Winter

05 Jul 2022

Australia is a nation of extremes. Except in a few isolated pockets of paradise, we have a well-deserved reputation for the brutality of our summer and winter weather. Yet another extreme that adds to the challenge of achieving a comfortable indoor temperature is Australia's record high energy costs . But don't stress out too ...Read More

6 Reasons To Buy Australian Made Products

6 Reasons To Buy Australian Made Products

13 May 2022

If I were to ask you to name some Australian-made products, your mind will probably flick to a few Aussie icons. The Akubra? Driza-bone? RM Williams boots? A cheeky SA Chardy? Chewy, overcooked, bbq Roo steaks? All these products are awesome legends in their own right, except perhaps the Roo, but awesome Australian-made goods go...Read More

Which Size Doona Should I Buy?

Which Size Doona Should I Buy?

12 Apr 2022

Your bed is arguably the most important piece of furniture in your house. It is more than just a mattress; it should be your safe harbour from the storms of the day. It should also be a warm and welcoming focal point in your bedroom Getting your bed right begins with the essential foundations. Choosing the size of your doona is ...Read More

How To Get Ready For Winter With Wool

How To Get Ready For Winter With Wool

29 Mar 2022

When double-glazed refers to your doughnuts and thermals are what your nan wears, you know you’re going to be woefully prepared for winter...again! Australian homes are often designed with a focus on the hot summer months. Yet every year we are surprised at how bloody freezing winter can be. We don our Uggs, switch on expensiv...Read More

How To Get A Great Nights Sleep With Your Partner 3

How To Get A Great Nights Sleep With Your Partner 3

16 Mar 2022

Blog #3 of 3: Sleep-disorder solutions Sleep disorders affect approximately 1 in 5 Australians. And that statistic doesn’t include the partners who also suffer. That’s a lot of tired people! These situations are not pleasant for either person and certainly not helpful in strengthening a relationship. We take a look at two of the...Read More

How To Get A Great Nights Sleep With Your Partner 2

How To Get A Great Nights Sleep With Your Partner 2

23 Feb 2022

Blog #2 of 3: Create a night-time good routine It might be a romantic notion to go to bed at the same time, but it rarely works like that. Tiredness can make you cranky and crankiness leads to arguments. Avoid the negative cycle and get into a good routine. Establish your habits If your relationship is new, you're probably st...Read More

How To Get A Great Nights Sleep With Your Partner 1

How To Get A Great Nights Sleep With Your Partner 1

15 Feb 2022

Blog #1 of 3: Create the right environment There's nothing better than the simple pleasure of snuggling under the doona with the person you love. Waking up next to the warmth of your partner is one of the perks of being in a relationship...if you can ignore the morning breath! It is even beneficial for our health because it enco...Read More

7 Ways To Sleep Soundly On Hot Summer Nights

7 Ways To Sleep Soundly On Hot Summer Nights

03 Feb 2022

Are you struggling to get a good night’s sleep at the moment? You’re not alone. It’s been a record-breaking hot and humid summer. Whilst WA has sweltered in hotter than normal temperatures, in Sydney, we’ve been waking up to an average morning humidity of 84% ! And, unfortunately, the effects of La Nina are not set to subside u...Read More

Halcyon Dreams Wool Product & Company Update

Halcyon Dreams Wool Product & Company Update

21 Apr 2020

New Products The team at Halcyon Dreams have been hard at work on a couple of new and very exciting products to be released later in 2020. We will be adding 2 x new wool quilts to our Australian wool quilts range. And we have a new wool underlay and wool pillow in the works for later in 2020. Of special interest is a new specia...Read More

Choosing The Doona Thats Best For You

Choosing The Doona Thats Best For You

06 Jun 2018

It’s almost wintertime again which means it is time to bring out the hot chocolate for those cold winter nights. Speaking of those cold nights, do you have the right bedding to stay warm? If not, we’ve put together a handy little guide to help you choose a doona that’s perfect for your needs. What is a Doona, Quilt, Duvet, Com...Read More

Australian Wool History

Australian Wool History

31 Oct 2017

What Makes Australian Wool So Good? Australian wool is famous all over the world for its high quality, and rightly so. On the face of it, Australia would not seem a likely place for producing the world's best wool yet somehow, against the odds, we’ve managed to come out on top when it comes to the production of top quality woo...Read More

The 4 Different Stages Of Sleep Simplified

The 4 Different Stages Of Sleep Simplified

26 Sep 2017

Until the 1950’s, scientists believed that sleep was simply our bodies and minds going into shut down mode, and that there wasn’t much more to it. Nowadays this seems hard to believe as most people are quite aware that there is a difference between the foot-jerking stage of light sleep and the stage where it would literally ta...Read More

5 Tips For A Better Nights Sleep

5 Tips For A Better Nights Sleep

19 Jul 2017

Sleeplessness is something that around one third of the world experience regularly, so it’s most likely something you’ve had to deal with at some stage in your life. It’s proven that irregular sleeping patterns and insomnia can result in health issues, which gives us a strong message that sleepless nights are about so much more ...Read More

Halcyon Dreams Company News & Updates

Halcyon Dreams Company News & Updates

16 Sep 2016

With winter now disappearing in the rear view mirror, the team at Halcyon Dreams have come up for air. Due to high level demand, our machines have been running non-stop this winter, as have we! New Wool Products! We are currently pouring our focus into the development of new wool quilts and underlays to provide a more diverse p...Read More

Australian Wool Quilts & Doonas - Sales Update & Some Popular Questions Answered

Australian Wool Quilts & Doonas - Sales Update & Some Popular Questions Answered

18 May 2016

It’s been all hands on deck at the Halcyon Dreams factory. Our tireless team are working 7 days a week and our machines are running all weekend fabricating bale after bale of 100% pure Aussie wool to keep up with the demand due to our largest sale ever. The sale is still running so if you want to get your hands on one of our top...Read More

July Sale City! Want To Sleep Warm And Cozy This Winter? Find Out How!

July Sale City! Want To Sleep Warm And Cozy This Winter? Find Out How!

04 Jul 2015

With the advent of the winter chill setting in across most parts of Australia, our wool quilts and woollen underlays are flying out the door like the proverbial hot cakes. We don’t want to pull the wool over your eyes, just your body! We have some massive discounts on our already great prices this July, and, as always, we are se...Read More

Wool Quilt Sale! Save Up To 25% For A Limited Time.

Wool Quilt Sale! Save Up To 25% For A Limited Time.

23 Apr 2015

Wool Quilt Sale! Save Up To 25% For A Limited Time Be sure to get in fast as these discounts are only available until May 8 th 2015 or while stocks last! Our factory never stops manufacturing quilts, even in the middle of summer. As a result, we have excess stock in the warehouse that needs to be cleared and we are taking up to...Read More

Winter Is Coming!

Winter Is Coming!

27 May 2014

We’ve had an unseasonably warm May across most parts of Australia however as you are no doubt aware, at this time of year, a cold snap that spells the start of winter is potentially lurking only just around the corner. Frolicking down the beach in your swimmers one week only to be layered up in winter clothing or snuggled under ...Read More


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