Welcome to the First Journal of KottonBee!
Whether you’re a friend or just stumbled upon this journal on the internet, I’m glad you’re here.
It’s 12:30 AM on June 29th, 2024, and I’m sitting on the patio of Element hotel in Houston, Texas. This spot holds a special place in my heart because it’s where the dream of offering a premium, comfortable sleep experience began.
Let me take you on the journey from ideation to building KottonBee.
Over the past year, I’ve been on a roller coaster ride, traveling all over the USA and Canada. From hopping between Airbnbs to staying in hotels, I’ve experienced it all. I’ve seen the spectrum from budget accommodations to mid-range ones, and even a few luxurious stays when I could afford it. Switching from one bed to another, from queen to king, I’ve slept on countless bedsheets. Some made me sweat all night and gave me allergies, while others hugged me like a baby and made me feel refreshed and alive. From polyester to cotton, linen to bamboo, I’ve spent countless nights experiencing the nuances of each fabric.
It was through these experiences that I realized just how much a bedsheet can impact sleep quality.On February 26th, 2024, I found myself in this very same spot, chatting with my friend about my various sleep experiences in different hotels and Airbnbs.
Our conversation took an exciting turn when we decided to delve into the world of bedsheets. From my personal experiences, I found that cotton consistently offered the best sleep. Polyester felt cheap and made me sweat; pure linen was too crisp and rough; bamboo was soft and cool but too light, often ending up crumpled on one side of the bed. Cotton, however, felt natural, like sleeping on a soft cloud. It’s breathable, durable, and has everything you could want in a fabric.
The next morning, my friend Hibah (and my co-founder) suggested we source high-quality cotton bedsheets and bring them to the market to see how people respond.
The entrepreneurial spirit within me was ignited, and I immediately agreed. Bedsheets are something people use every day, and if we could improve their sleep, we could improve their lives. After all, “A good day starts with a good sleep.
Before I left for Toronto the next day, we decided to form an LLC and commit fully to this venture.
Now, with our launch just two months away, we’re excited to take you along on this thrilling journey. You’ll hear from both Hibah and me, sharing our story transparently and from the heart.
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Before I send this blog to my friend for upload on the beautifully crafted website he helped us create, I want to thank you for reading this far.
See you again soon!
Sagar Mongia
Co-Founder KottonBee
