SoBlythe News

ketchup time...I mean, catch-up time!

2008-11-20T21:24:00.000-08:00

So I've been busy with school and all sorts of crazeee stuff happening and now I'm on break so here's some recent photos...these were taken at the Criterium here in Chicago, this past summer.

YIPPEEE!!

2008-09-17T13:15:00.000-07:00

I did it! Despite the torrential downpour and flooding, I ran the Chicago Half Marathon in 2 hours and 6 min. It was at times, refreshing with the rain, and I'm so appreciative of the crowds who cheered everyone on along the route. I think those people deserved a medal too, for being out there in the rain.

Next up on my schedule? The North Shore Century-a 100 mile bike ride on Sunday, Sept. 21. Can't wait!

Chicago Half Marathon

2008-08-31T06:06:00.000-07:00

Come show your support to all the runners on Sunday, Sept. 14 at 7:30am! I'll be running, too!

new styles!

2007-08-30T06:08:00.000-07:00

Take a look at my newest lines of jewelry!

where your dollars go...

2007-06-28T19:27:00.000-07:00

I mentioned I donate a portion of the sale of my art and jewelry to animals.
Here's a list of some of the places:

PETA
Catskill Animal Santuary
The Humane Society of the U.S.
Lazy Maple Equine
Farm Sanctuary
Anti Cruelty Society
Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary

The animals and I say Thank You!

More fests/fairs/events/etc. soon to be announced......

2007-06-26T18:46:00.000-07:00

Here's some more photos of my latest creations....I named all my jewelry after hot men. This torquise and ice one is called the Johnny Depp. The flowery one is called Summer of Love, since I've been accused of being a hippie. :)And the silvery necklace is called the Clive Owen.

perdy new stuff made by MOI! Available at Glenwood Arts Festival.....checkitoutmon!

2007-06-24T21:02:00.000-07:00

Adopt a Cat Month

2007-06-19T08:47:00.000-07:00

If every person were to adopt (at least) one animal, it might help solve the over-population (of course, always spay/neuter).

June is Adopt a Cat Month and this photo was taken of me (bad photo, but who the hell cares) and Rocky a favorite of mine at the shelter. He had slightly crossed eyes after surviving U.R.I. (Upper Respiratory Infection--a killer illness many shelter cats get). I visited him every week and gave him so much love and attention. After many months, he finally got adopted by a nice older gent who lives alone. I miss Rocky but hope he's happy and spoiled rotten!

Art Fair

2007-06-19T08:41:00.000-07:00

Summer in Chicago is always fun, with so much to do, so here's one more thing to add to your list: the Glenwood Arts Fest, August 25 and 26, 2007. Located in Rogers Park, Glenwood Arts Fest is a free, weekend-long event that features local artisans, open studios and live entertainment on three outdoor stages. My art buds and I will be sharing a booth so come check us out. I'll have new stuff (jewelry, new cards and who knows what else my OCD inspires me to create at 3 A.M.). Hope to see you there!

Where: The Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest takes place on Chicago’s North Side, in the heart of Rogers Park, on Glenwood Ave., 6900 – 7000 North (between Farwell and Lunt) and the 1400 block of Morse Avenue, steps from the Morse Ave stop on the CTA Red Line. Outdoor fest and many art studios are handicapped accessible.

When: Friday, August 24, 2007, 6-10 p.m., kick-off in the 6900 block of N. Glenwood Ave.Saturday and Sunday, August 25-26, 2007, noon to 8 p.m. – festival (details below), 6900-7000 N. Glenwood Ave. and the 1400 block of Morse Ave.
Information: (773) 262-3790, www.rogerspark.com, FREE

Where to buy SoBlythe stationery

2007-03-05T12:03:00.000-08:00

SO Blythe cards and jewelry can be found for sale at:

Abbey Brown
1162 West Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL
312-738-2290

Wolfbait & B Girls
3131 W. Logan Blvd.
Chicago, IL
312.698.8685

practice what you preach

2007-03-04T21:00:00.000-08:00

If you love animals and want to see what made me go vegan, check out the film "Peaceable Kingdom".

"The greatness of a nation can be judged by the way its animals are treated." -Gandhi

Chicago Half

2006-08-30T20:23:00.000-07:00

Sorry about the non-art plug:
Cheer me on at Chicago's Half Marathon
Sunday, October 1st at (yawn!) 7:30AM
Race starts and finishes at the Museum of Science & Industry.
For more information, visit: www.chicagohalfmarathon.com

Art Opening!

2006-08-30T20:12:00.000-07:00

Come check out the 6th Annual Animal Images Art Opening
Anti-Cruelty Society (157 W. Grand Ave.) in Chicago, IL
Saturday, September 30, 2006 from 5PM-7PM.
Free admission, but they do ask for a $10 donation (and of course it goes to a good cause!).
I'll have 3 photographs in the show and if my artwork sells, 100% of the sales go to the Anti Cruelty Society.
If you purchase other artwork there, 50% of the proceeds
go to the Anti-Cruelty Society. All of the artwork in the show
is really great (I peeked!), so come on over! : )
The show remains up until October 13th, 2006.
Hope to see you all there!

visit my other site on VEGANICA

2006-08-18T12:12:00.000-07:00

Check out my listing on Veganica, a website for vegan artists. More of my photos are on that site.
Enjoy!! (I'm listed under "crafts" since I run the gamut--photography, collage, stationery, cards and more.
www.veganica.com

Retro on Roscoe

2006-08-18T07:14:00.000-07:00

A group of us artists shared a booth at Retro on Roscoe in Chicago a couple weeks ago. It was a bust, but we were so lucky to connect. It was a great springboard to take Chicago by storm and forge ahead to new art-related events, as a group. Upcoming fests and gallery openings, contests and more. Keep checking back!
In the meantime, visit a few of the other Sacred Six here:
www.sitekreator.com/meadphoto
www.sitekreator.com/filmbuf1
www.studiojoey.com

Support the Anti-Cruelty Society!

2006-07-05T20:02:00.000-07:00

Come to the 6th Annual Anti-Cruelty Society's Summer Social
"Let's Pet Together"
Thursday, July 20th, 2006
6-9pm
River East Art Center
435 E. Illinois Street
Chicago
Tickets are $35 in advance; $40 at the door.
Registration includes 2 cocktails, appetizers and a goody bag.
For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit
The Anti-Cruelty Society
or call 312.644.8338 x 307

Because of my love for animals, I am donating 500 packages of my stationery for the goody bags.
I'm working day and night on these--it's a labor of love. Help support a great cause.
And don't stop there....my philosophy: always treat animals with love and kindness.
Give back to your community, by volunteering for something you believe in!

Exciting news!

2006-03-30T05:34:00.000-08:00

Come see me at Shecky's Girls Night Out event, Thursday, April 6 at Chicago's Union Station, in the Atrium, from 5pm-10pm, for a fun night of shopping and more.