"Nene" comes from the Japanese word nemu (to sleep)
and means "sleepytime" or "beddie-bye".

Each Nene Blankets is individually designed and pieced together from vintage (1930-1980) Japanese kimonos that we purchase at the temple markets and auction houses in Kyoto, Japan. The colors, texture, and design of our Nene Blankets attempt to capture the Japanese aesthetic for simple and understated beauty. We choose unconventional color and pattern combinations that may, at first, challenge the Western eye. Some designs may take several glances to understand and enjoy. Be patient, accept, and appreciate it for years to come.

The fabrics and 100% cotton batting are pre-washed and hand-pieced. Dimensions will vary slightly, based on the width of the panels chosen for the design. We use mostly silks, but some blankets will include synthetics as stated.

As with all vintage fabrics, our kimonos might have developed slight discolorations or blemishes from age. The Japanese call this "wabi-sabi" -- the beauty of imperfection in everyday objects that comes from respectful use:
a favorite chipped tea bowl;
an ikebana basket used as a wrens' nest,
a teardrop stain on a young woman's kimono…