OUR STORY

A story deeply rooted in the Himalayas, curated (in the UK) with simplicity and sustainability in mind. 

Hempnath is an environmentally conscious brand offering ethically sourced, artisan-made products. Behind each product is a story - and a power to make a difference. With every purchase, Hempnath plants three trees through Eden reforestation project. 

HOW WE STARTED

Fast forward to 2019, we founded Hempnath together. 

Founders - Ramuna, Janaki and Dinesh 

We're a family run business with a purpose to share the stories and craftship of our motherland, Nepal. While based in the UK, we have always wanted to create something that portrayed the stories of our roots. 

We embarked on a journey to honor our heritage while championing ethical craftsmanship. Our shared interest and values towards life and the kind of world we wish our future generation to inhabit is what brought us on the same page. Then combining our individual ideas, knowledge, and our experiences, Hempnath was born.

Nepal is a landlocked country, where 70% of the population still depend on agriculture, and it has a long and deep history with Hemp. We still recall our grandmothers weaving textiles using handmade looms. Our ancestors have been growing, cultivating and utilising Hemp in numerous ways for generations. 

We take pride in promoting slow, traditional Nepali craftsmanship -passed down from our ancestors. Our responsibility towards supporting our growers, weavers, and makers, to provide fair and sustainable income will always be the foundation of our brand regardless of any hurdles and limitations that comes with working within a developing country like Nepal where resources are extremely limited. 

As Hempnath evolves, we are all learning and growing each day individually and collectively. While our growth has been slow, we believe our impact has been a meaningful one. From supporting our partners to delivering the finished products to our customers, we strive to infuse every interaction with the warmth and authenticity that we deeply believe in.  

 

The meaning of Hempnath

HEMP is a family plant of cannabis sativa - opposed to marijuana, it contains less than 0.3% THC (psychoactive compound) making it suitable for industrial crops. Hemp while growing fast, it detoxifies and rejuvenates the soil requiring neither artificial fertilisers nor pesticides. It uses very little amount of water unlike other traditional crops such as cotton. Therefore it is one of the most environmentally friendly materials. Read more about the benefits of Hemp here. 

NATH- Drawing inspiration from the Sanskrit word "nath," meaning protector and lord in Hindu and Buddhist transitions, Hempnath embodies our mission to safeguard both our cultural legacy and the planet we call home. 

And that is how the brand name “HEMPNATH” was created - a name that highlights the core of our brand, Hemp, and reflects our Nepali background. A brand that is motivated towards protecting and conserving our environment and our ancestral Craftsmanship.