Description
For the fans who root for the villain. The Dark Side is a rich, moody blanket for grown-up fandom lovers — dark and dramatic, packed with beloved characters from the worlds of sci-fi, horror, comics and cult TV, all grounded in deep burgundy satin, olive and black.
Flip it over to find a fresh denim-look cotton backing — calm on the reverse, chaotic on the front.
Approximate size: 61 x 47cm — a generous lap size, perfect for use in the car, on the couch, in a wheelchair or hospital bed.
✨ FEATURES:
- Clear plastic disc coins under grey mesh — press and feel them shift and move beneath your fingers
- Two-fabric suede-lined zip pocket — black gold marble top meets rich burgundy satin, stunning to look at and satisfying to open
- Black lace detail on the Villains square
- Layered black ric-rac on the space bounty hunter square
- Red ribbon tabs on the time travel square — bright pops of colour to pull and play with
- Velvet mustard woodgrain flap on the Central Perk square — lift and feel the texture change
- Layered fabric corners on olive damask square
- NZ tape grid — weave fingers through, pull and explore
- White and grey D-ring tabs
- Rich burgundy satin squares — smooth, cool and luxurious to stroke
- Warm brown teddy/sherpa square — the cosiest corner on the dark side
- Beloved novelty prints throughout — spot your fandom!
- NZ ribbon tape throughout
- Double-ended beaded charm INCLUDED — delicate iridescent petal flower beads in white, pink and lilac, a soft feminine contrast to the dark drama
- Proudly handmade in New Zealand by Gathered Olea 💕
💕 WHO IS THIS FOR?
- Grown-up fandom lovers who appreciate the darker side of pop culture
- People with anxiety, ADHD, autism or dementia
- Rest home and hospital patients who benefit from sensory stimulation
- Carers looking for a meaningful, memorable gift
- Anyone who finds comfort in texture and touch
This blanket is completely unique — once it’s gone, it’s gone!
⚠️ Contains small parts and attachments — recommended for supervised use with young children.
Shipping Countries:
New Zealand
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from New Zealand
Shipping Policy
All items are made/packed with care and ship within 1-3 business days of order confirmation. Shipped via NZ Post/CourierPost (delivery typically 2-5 business days within NZ, longer for rural addresses). You'll receive tracking info once your order ships. Rural delivery may incur a small additional charge — I'll contact you if this applies before shipping.
Refund Policy
As each item is handmade, I'm unable to offer refunds for change of mind. If your item arrives damaged or faulty, please contact me within 7 days of delivery with photos, and I'll arrange a replacement or refund. Custom or made-to-order items are non-refundable unless faulty. Please choose carefully — once it's gone, it's gone!
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Return & Refund Policy
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