Hand-drawn hometown collection
A hand-drawn celebration of Skokie, available exclusively at Sweet Reserve.
15 oz ceramic mugMicrowave safeDishwasher safe
Community
Skokie is a diverse, creative community with exceptional cultural institutions, public art, parks, and strong neighborhood life. The Sculpture Park, Skokie Theatre, Exploritorium, downtown, and convenient transit give residents and visitors many ways to feel connected to the village.
The collaboration
Our personal connection to the Skokie area comes through my husband Matt, who worked at Shure in neighboring Niles after graduating from Northern Arizona University. That season made the northern suburbs familiar to our family.
I created the Skokie Mug in collaboration with Sweet Reserve. It was especially interesting to learn about the community’s history, heritage, and deep cultural connections while choosing the details that would represent the town.
The story behind the mug
Inside the illustration
Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park stretches two miles along the North Shore Channel, displaying large contemporary sculptures beside landscaped paths.
The Illinois Holocaust Museum in Skokie preserves survivor testimony and teaches the history and enduring lessons of the Holocaust.
Skokie Theatre brings live performance to the village’s cultural landscape alongside its museums, public art, and other performing arts venues.
Downtown Skokie combines locally owned shops and cafés with public gathering spaces and the annual summer Backlot Bash.
The Exploritorium at Oakton Community Center invites young children to learn through water play, imaginative spaces, and hands-on discovery.
Known as the Skokie Swift, the CTA Yellow Line connects Dempster-Skokie with Howard and transfers to Chicago’s Red and Purple lines.
Journal · Behind the drawing
Matt's time working in nearby Niles gave us a personal point of entry.
Read the story
