Kate Middleton reveals the gift that her children use 'all the time' after she received it on a special royal visit

Kate Middleton revealed the gift that her children use 'all the time' as she spotted a similar item to her own while attending an engagement in Leeds.

• The Princess of Wales visited a textile mill that manufactures British textiles and fabrics on Tuesday, September 26, 2023.
• While at this engagement the Princess spoke about a gift that she once received during a royal tour of Canada and revealed that it's seriously loved by her kids. 
• In other royal news, Princess Anne makes a bold statement in retro giant polka dot suit as she and Princess Beatrice enjoy glam night out.

While attending an engagement at a textile mill, AW Hainsworth in Leeds, the Princess of Wales revealed that she has a particular blanket that she received during a royal engagement, that her children absolutely love.

During the engagement, the Princess noticed a group of women packing cream blankets with distinctive stripes for the Canadian firm, Hudson Bay. According to the Daily Mail the pieces were being made and packaged to send over to Canada in time for the Christmas markets. 

Speaking about the blankets, Catherine said that the design was familiar and she was sure she had the exact same one at home. "I really recognise this," she said. "I think we were given one on tour to Canada as a gift. So I’ve still got it. It’s in a box. I’ll take a photograph and send it to you," she added to the person showing her the site. 

"I use it for the children all the time. I am going to double-check when I get home and look at the label."

The blankets produced by AW Hainsworth and sold by The Bay typical retail for around $325 (£267) so they are rather luxurious gifts. In the UK there are second-hand versions and replicas of the blankets that are available to purchase, but still for a rather hefty price because of the expensive make of the wool.

Hudson Bay Point Classic Blanket, $325 | The Bay

The original blanket, made in the UK factory visited by the Princess.The HBC Point Blanket has been called many things throughout its history: an essential trade item, an enduring emblem of Canada, a carrier of disease, and a symbol of colonialism. 

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Vintage 1980s Hudson's Bay Cream 4 Point Wool Blanket, £265.00 | Rokit London

Vintage 1980s Hudson's Bay four-point cream candy stripe blanket. Made in England.

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Hudson’s Bay Blanket, Replica, £162.00 | Etsy

Made from 100% hand-spun and hand-woven fine pure organic sheep wool. This throw blanket features a Hudson Bay pattern. The classic design features green, red, yellow and black stripes on a white/cream background. 

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According to Daily Mail, at another point during the engagement, the Princess spoke again about her children as she revealed that her daughter Charlotte is a keen dancer. The Princess spoke to a youngster at one point and asked, "How old are you going to be in May? You're going to be five? So you're exactly the same age as Charlotte."

She then spoke about her hobbies as she added, "Wow, do you like dancing?," with the little girl replying that she did. "Charlotte likes dancing too," she said as she wished her a happy birthday for May.

For this engagement, the Princess looked fantastic as she wore a forest green Burberry trouser suit, including a tailored blazer and a pair of matching wide-leg trousers. Completing this look, Kate Middleton's chunky £68 earrings were the perfect accessory and added a young feel to this ensemble.