Tracey Emin Teacup and Pancake Blanket - £200

Last updated: 31 March 2026

Why the Tracey Emin blanket is a brilliant gift

The Tracey Emin blanket is one of the standout pieces from the Tracey Emin: A Second Life exhibition merchandise at Tate Modern. It features her painting of Teacup and Pancake, her two cats, shown side by side in her unmistakable style. Emin painted them from memory, describing the resulting works as capturing the feeling of the cats she loves rather than a literal likeness. That emotional quality translates beautifully into the weave of the blanket itself.

What makes this a genuinely great gift, rather than just another exhibition souvenir, comes down to three things: the quality, the story and the exclusivity.

Quality and craftsmanship

The blanket is woven by Atlantic Blankets, a family-run business based in Cornwall. They use brushed recycled cotton, which gives the blanket a soft, tactile finish while also using less water, energy and emissions than virgin cotton production. It measures 174 x 104 cm, so it works as a throw on a sofa, a bed accent or even a wall hanging. It arrives in a premium cotton bag with navy ribbon ties, which means it is gift-ready straight out of the box.

The story behind it

Emin has long been open about how much her cats mean to her. She has spoken publicly about the unconditional love she feels from them, and that bond runs through much of her recent work. Seeing her cats appear in the exhibition and then on this blanket connects you to something personal and warm in an artist best known for raw, confrontational work. For anyone who has visited the exhibition and felt moved by the textile pieces, this is a way to take a piece of that experience home.

If you are also a cat lover, the Tracey Emin cat bowl from Tate pairs nicely with this blanket for a combined gift.

Exclusivity

This blanket is only available from Tate Shop. It was created as part of the exclusive merchandise collection for the A Second Life exhibition, which runs until 31 August 2026. Once the exhibition closes and stock sells through, availability is not guaranteed. It is one of two blanket designs made in collaboration with the artist. At £200, it sits in premium gift territory, but for a genuine piece of artist-designed homeware with a story behind it, the price feels justified.

Who is it for?

This blanket is ideal for art lovers, Tracey Emin fans, cat people, or anyone who appreciates thoughtful homeware with a point of difference. It makes a particularly strong birthday, anniversary or housewarming gift. Because of the presentation bag and ribbon ties, you do not need to wrap it yourself.

For the full range of exhibition merchandise, browse the Tracey Emin collection on the Tate Shop website.

Key details

• Artist: Tracey Emin
• Subject: Teacup and Pancake (Emin's cats), painted from memory
• Material: Brushed recycled cotton
• Size: 174 x 104 cm
• Made by: Atlantic Blankets, Cornwall, UK
• Packaging: Premium cotton bag with navy ribbon ties
• Price: £200
• Availability: Exclusive to Tate Shop
• Free UK delivery: Yes (orders over £60)
• Returns: Free returns within 30 days

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy the Tracey Emin blanket?

The blanket is exclusive to Tate Shop. You can buy it online or in person at the Tate Modern shop during the A Second Life exhibition, which runs until 31 August 2026.

Is the Tracey Emin blanket machine washable?

Tate Shop does not list specific care instructions on the product page. Since it is made from recycled cotton, a gentle or cool machine wash should be fine, but check the care label when it arrives. Contact [email protected] if you want to confirm before buying.

How big is the Tracey Emin blanket?

It measures 174 x 104 cm, so it is large enough to use as a sofa throw, bed accent or decorative wall hanging.

Is there more than one Tracey Emin blanket design?

Yes. Tate Shop produced two blanket designs in collaboration with the artist as part of the A Second Life collection. Both feature her cats, Teacup and Pancake.

Does the Tracey Emin blanket come gift-wrapped?

It arrives in a premium cotton bag with navy ribbon ties, so it is presentation-ready without any extra wrapping needed.

More from CoolCuration

• Tracey Emin: A Second Life at Tate Modern Review - Our full review of the landmark exhibition where this blanket originates.
• Tracey Emin Cat Bowl from Tate - Another piece from the exhibition gift shop that pairs perfectly with the blanket.
• William Nicholson at Pallant House - Another art exhibition review worth reading if you enjoy contemporary shows.
• Gift Guide for Artists and Creatives - More curated gift ideas for the art lover in your life.
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