the artsleep story

It was 2020, during Melbourne's extended pandemic lockdowns, when I received a touching message from one of my lovely art collectors.

"Katie, your art is the first thing I see in the morning, and the last thing I see at night. It's helping keep me calm and manage my stress. I gaze at the painting from my bed and it relaxes my racing mind."

I had recently discovered the benefits of self care and a wind down routine to slow my busy mind amid the stresses of remote learning, business closures and constant pivots. I was also sleeping on a silk pillowcase to reduce sleep disturbance, and care for my skin and hair as I slept. I am a night owl by nature and consistent, good quality sleep had always eluded me. The transformation from exhausted to well rested - and better prepared for life's challenges - was positively life changing.

It got me thinking... what if we could all engage mindfully with art and nature at bedtime, let our mind wander gently to a happy place recalling beach holiday memories, and then rest our head on the softest proprietary silk blend for hours of beautifully restorative sleep?

And so artsleep was born. A collection of 100% Mulberry silk pillowcases powered by art and nature. Inspired by holiday memories and our favourite beaches. So everyone can take their head to a happy place at bedtime.

Each silk art pillowcase is shipped with a guide to restful bedtime rituals, calling to mind elements of Australia's most beloved beaches - and a custom designed delicates wash bag to help you care for your artsleep pillowcase.

I invite you to shop the range and rest your gorgeous head.
Because better sleep will change your life and tomorrow is a new day.  

Katie x

artsleep is designed in Melbourne by Australian contemporary landscape artist Katie McKinnon. To explore Katie's art practice, visit the editions store or follow her art adventures on instagram