Designed for your small comfort
Learn more about me and the heart behind the brand <3
Hi! I'm Lina šš»
Thank you so much for visiting neko maneki āŗļø. I hope youāre enjoying these little chunky kitties and maybe even found the one that feels just right for you!
A little bit about me: Iām a senior at the University of Michigan, studying graphic and UI design š©āš»š. I first launched neko maneki last year as a small campus project, and thanks to everyoneās kind support, itās now growing into something even bigger!
How it started
As you might guess from my major, I design a lot! But outside of school, Iām also a huge (slightly crazy) cat person. My friends always gift me cat-themed things, which warms my heart every single time š. Thatās when I thought: why not design something that could bring that same feeling to others?So, I picked up my iPad, started drawing, and began selling my designs on campus. Before long, student organizations noticed my work, and I was invited to sell at events. My little campus project quickly grew into a successful student business⦠and now, neko maneki has its very own website!
why "neko maneki" ?
The name is inspired by the maneki neko (ęćē«), the Japanese ālucky catā figurine thatās believed to bring good fortune and welcome happinessš°šø! In the same way, I hope my designs bring a little luck, comfort, and joy into your day. Sometimes itās the smallest things that can make life feel a little brighter :)
The Purpose
The goal of neko maneki isnāt just to create small moments of happinessāI also care deeply about making products that are worth your trust and support. As someone whoās very thoughtful about where I spend my own money, I make sure every detail is right, accurate colors and high-quality materials.
If you ever have any issues with your order, please donāt hesitate to reach out! Iām always striving to make sure your experience with my products is a positive one.