Modern Cooperative

Featured Modern Co-op artist Emmy Star Brown featured in nationwide ad campaign for Sharpie

Mike — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 18:13:30 +0000

Check out our featured artist Emmy Star Brown on Sharpie’s blog: Sharpie Star, Emmy Star Brown and check out the videos on YouTube:

Congratulations, Emmy – we’re so proud of you, and so excited to have your pieces featured in our store.

[PHOTOS] JenStyle Vintage Chic Clothing Pop-Up big hit during Pilsen 2nd Fridays

Mike — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 21:39:49 +0000

It was another beautiful night and plenty of people came out to check out the vintage fashion pop-up by JenStyle during Pilsen’s 2nd Fridays Art Walk. The Tamale Spaceship Food Truck was outside, and the 5 Rabbit Amber Ale was flowing inside. Thanks to everyone who came out to support local business!

Photography by Willie Chandler

JenStyle Vintage Pop-Up Shop Kicks Off Friday, June 8 during Pilsen 2nd Fridays

Mike — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 18:52:42 +0000

Modern Cooperative will highlight JenStyle Vintage clothing and accessories for the month of June kicking off with a pop-up shop on Friday, June 8 during 2nd Fridays Pilsen Art Walk.

About JenStyle Vintage
A Pilsen neighbor and close friend, Jen Lorenz is a school librarian by day and a vintage lover all of the time. Her parents took her to antique shops before she could even walk, so she’s developed a keen eye for vintage finds from a very early age. Her collection is hand-picked and beautifully curated, and it’s easy to see that vintage is most definitely in her blood.

About Modern Cooperative
Modern Cooperative modernizes the concept of a cooperative – by offering local artists who use reclaimed and repurposed materials an opportunity to showcase and sell their pieces on a monthly basis. We also feature an assortment of curated, vintage furniture and home décor – with a focus on mid-century modern.

The Event
The JenStyle vintage clothing pop-up shop will take place during the Chicago Arts District’s 2nd Fridays Art Walk, starting at 5pm. We’re serving 5 Rabbit’s local brew and include opportunities to meet Jen of JenStyle Vintage until close at 10pm. In addition, the Tamale Spaceship food truck will be parked outside serving delicious handmade tamales and hopefully wearing those great Lucha Libra masks.

Where:  818 West 18th Street,  Chicago IL 60608 (18th Street & Newberry)

Modern Co-op Storefront Opening Celebration Friday, May 11

Mike — Wed, 02 May 2012 01:53:19 +0000

We found the perfect storefront in the neighborhood we’ve called home for over 6 years. We’ve painted, we’ve floored, we’ve shopped (tons of new items – our storage unit is packed to the brim) and we’re ready to open our street level retail space.

Please join us at our new location 818 W. 18th street – 1 block off Halsted @ Newberry from 5-10. We’re featuring 2 local artists who also happen to be friends: Modified Originals and Emmy Star Brown. The Vegan Food Truck will be parked out front serving up Mac and Cheese, Vegan Wings and more. We’ll be serving local brew from 5 Rabbit Brewery.

RSVP for the Event on our Facebook page.

New Retail, Street-Level Space on West 18th

Mike — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 17:52:29 +0000

Modern Cooperative is very excited about the acquisition of a new, street-level retail space at 818 West 18th Street in Pilsen, just a block West of Halsted. This 1000 square-foot corner store features two big windows that will be great for displays.

We’re currently busy setting up the space with a new floor and lots of paint! Stay tuned for more “project” photos of our progress.