This blanket captures the playful spirit of the emerging arcade era. Its classic labyrinth-inspired graphic evokes the iconic look of early video games, while tiny pixel details are subtly hidden throughout the design—an affectionate, tongue-in-cheek nod to nostalgic gaming culture.
This piece brings a unique sense of character to any space. Crafted from a premium cotton blend, it offers a wonderfully soft, cozy feel, perfect for relaxing on the sofa or adding a distinctive accent to your bed.
Easy to care for, machine washable, and dryer friendly, it retains its plush texture and crisp design wash after wash. A charming statement blanket that combines comfort with a touch of arcade nostalgia.
Certified by OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 which ensures that the blanket contains no chemicals harmful to humans or animals.
Digitalization and New Construction
Welcome to the 1980s—a decade shaped by technology, pop culture, and futuristic visions. Bright neon colors, sharp-edged forms, digital typography, and electronic sounds defined fashion, design, and the spirit of the time. Video games, the Walkman, and the compact disc transformed everyday life and made progress visible to everyone. It was an era in which the future suddenly felt within reach.
IBENA Focuses on Technical Textiles
At IBENA, too, the fresh winds of technological advancement were clearly felt throughout the 1980s. The company strategically repositioned itself and accelerated the development of technical textiles, opening up entirely new areas of business. Products such as eye pads, theater fabrics, and the versatile material Kosmolon—used as a substitute for roofing felt—demonstrated just how diverse and innovative the company’s portfolio had become.
Digitalization in Production
Digitalization also began to reshape production. With the IT systems Loomdata and TEXIS, IBENA adopted computer-supported manufacturing processes at an early stage—long before digitalization became a defining industrial buzzword.
Global Turbulence
The global economy brought new challenges during these years. From 1985 onward, the US dollar lost value dramatically, falling from 3.75 Deutsche Marks to only 1.60 by 1987. For internationally active companies like IBENA, this meant significant losses in export business. As a consequence, the finishing and confection facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina, had to be closed in 1990. Only a sales office remained.
1988: A Bold New Beginning
The year 1988 became a decisive turning point. IBENA made the far-reaching decision to completely rebuild its production site in Rhede. With this courageous step, the company not only responded to growing demands, but also deliberately invested in a modern infrastructure to enable the manufacture of technical textiles at the highest level.
Production was aligned with the future—supported by highly specialized processes that would, in the long term, transform IBENA from a traditional textile producer into an innovation leader in high-tech fabrics.
As part of this strategic realignment, the former site on Teutonenstraße was sold to Johann Borgers KG. The return to Rhede was more than a logistical move—it was a commitment to the company’s origins. Close to the new plant lies Krechting, the Beckmann family’s ancestral home—a homecoming to its own roots.
This blanket captures the playful spirit of the emerging arcade era. Its classic labyrinth-inspired graphic evokes the iconic look of early video games, while tiny pixel details are subtly hidden throughout the design—an affectionate, tongue-in-cheek nod to nostalgic gaming culture.
This piece brings a unique sense of character to any space. Crafted from a premium cotton blend, it offers a wonderfully soft, cozy feel, perfect for relaxing on the sofa or adding a distinctive accent to your bed.
Easy to care for, machine washable, and dryer friendly, it retains its plush texture and crisp design wash after wash. A charming statement blanket that combines comfort with a touch of arcade nostalgia.
Certified by OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 which ensures that the blanket contains no chemicals harmful to humans or animals.
Digitalization and New Construction
Welcome to the 1980s—a decade shaped by technology, pop culture, and futuristic visions. Bright neon colors, sharp-edged forms, digital typography, and electronic sounds defined fashion, design, and the spirit of the time. Video games, the Walkman, and the compact disc transformed everyday life and made progress visible to everyone. It was an era in which the future suddenly felt within reach.
IBENA Focuses on Technical Textiles
At IBENA, too, the fresh winds of technological advancement were clearly felt throughout the 1980s. The company strategically repositioned itself and accelerated the development of technical textiles, opening up entirely new areas of business. Products such as eye pads, theater fabrics, and the versatile material Kosmolon—used as a substitute for roofing felt—demonstrated just how diverse and innovative the company’s portfolio had become.
Digitalization in Production
Digitalization also began to reshape production. With the IT systems Loomdata and TEXIS, IBENA adopted computer-supported manufacturing processes at an early stage—long before digitalization became a defining industrial buzzword.
Global Turbulence
The global economy brought new challenges during these years. From 1985 onward, the US dollar lost value dramatically, falling from 3.75 Deutsche Marks to only 1.60 by 1987. For internationally active companies like IBENA, this meant significant losses in export business. As a consequence, the finishing and confection facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina, had to be closed in 1990. Only a sales office remained.
1988: A Bold New Beginning
The year 1988 became a decisive turning point. IBENA made the far-reaching decision to completely rebuild its production site in Rhede. With this courageous step, the company not only responded to growing demands, but also deliberately invested in a modern infrastructure to enable the manufacture of technical textiles at the highest level.
Production was aligned with the future—supported by highly specialized processes that would, in the long term, transform IBENA from a traditional textile producer into an innovation leader in high-tech fabrics.
As part of this strategic realignment, the former site on Teutonenstraße was sold to Johann Borgers KG. The return to Rhede was more than a logistical move—it was a commitment to the company’s origins. Close to the new plant lies Krechting, the Beckmann family’s ancestral home—a homecoming to its own roots.
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