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roll out the carpet.......

i'm happy, THRILLED in fact, to report that miss blythe is finally available in the US! 'samedi marche' and 'asian butterfly' were two of the most popular dolls released in asia over the years. both are being re-released (as 'samedi marche encore' and 'asian butterfly encore') and are available at www.hasbrotoyshop.com and at entertainment earth. she'll also be appearing on toyshelves around town. there are a very limited amount of dolls available, so if you're in the mood you should order one pronto! if all goes as planned we hope to see blythe on US shelves for a long time to come.

if you're in asia and you're thinking....'hey, what about my needs?', fear no more. you can get your hands on the very same dolls at www.blythedoll.com. PHEW!

scary monsters, super creeps (and sweet blythe fans)

BOO! this years halloween party was a smashing success. about 30 people came to my studio armed with dolls in costumes galore. we spent the day chatting, eating cupcakes, chatting, eating cookies, chatting.....(you get the picture). it was a very chic and international set, with attendees from ny, connecticut, maryland, texas and the netherlands! thank you to all who came. i had a blast.

here are the winning entries:

sooooo kawaii, right?

chicago

well, i must say that the 'behind blythe' exhibit in chicago was an absolute blast! where to begin? the owners, kirby and whitney are just about the nicest people. and, on top of that they've got the most RAD store! if any of you are in chi-town please make it a point to swing by rotofugi @ 1953 west chicago avenue. they have really cool things.

junko and i were able to meet lots of new blythe fans as well as a few diehards. one of the biggest surprises was meeting allison. she was on hasbro's original design team back when blythe was created. it was so amazing to be able to talk to her about the attitudes and mindsets of the folks who originally created our little lady. she's an incredibly talented (and fabulous) woman. it was a real thrill to meet her.

thanks, ya'll

thanks to all who helped raise funds for the katrina victims. together we raised a total of $514 for the american red cross. my sister joy is a registered nurse and spent a week in biloxi helping with the relief effort. blythe went along to see the devastation first-hand. i really appreciate all who dug in their pockets for this cause. origato.

pop goes the weasel

over the summer i was interviewed for a new discovery channel show called 'pop nation'. it was such a fun and blythe-filled day. we shot a bit on my roof in nyc then headed down to my doll studio. i just heard from the producers that it should be airing sometime in november. i'll fill you in on all the details once they're in. check it out if you can.

coming to a town near you.....

i'm thrilled to announce that 'behind blythe' is on its way to portland, oregon! yippee!:

Just Be Design/ Compound Gallery is proud to present Behind Blythe An exhibition of the revival of Blythe dolls by Japan's Cross World Connections (CWC) Find out more about the development of neo Blythe that began and grew in Asia.

November 3 - November 26, 2005
Just be Design Compound Gallery
107 NW 5th Avenue. PDX. OR. 97209
Tel: 503.796.2733

for more information go to: http://www.justbedesign.com

Opening Reception
 November 3, 2005 (Thursday ) Starts at 7:00 pm
 Meet CWC Creative Producer of Blythe Junko Wong

Tommy february 6 Blythe will be available for purchase in limited number along with a selection of Japan exclusive Blythe dolls and merchandise.

for more information go to: www.justbedesign.com or call Tel: 503.796.2733

if you're in the 'hood, please come on by. it's a really REALLY fun exhibit.

and the beat goes on. 'behind blythe' is coming to minneapolis in december! i'm so excited about this! i travel quite a bit, but in all my years i've never set foot near the twin cities!! if you want more information, drop me a line at gina@thisisblythe.com. as soon as the details are worked out i'll fill everyone in. yee-haw!

in an on-going effort to get blythe in every household in the world (hee hee!) i'm offering one low priced print per month. last months print was a smash hit!! thanks to all who ordered. this month we have my kimono beauty. she was a gift from a very talented fant i met in osaka last year. she's one of my favorites. the print is 8"x12" and has a matte finish. the price is $30 plus s/h. if you're interested in having one of your very own, please drop me a line at gina@thisisblythe.com.   fan o' the month drum roll please.....the fan o' the month is none other than katie! click here to find out all the news that's fit to print! ....and that's all she wrote. hope everyone is having a super fall. loads of blythe love to all, gina & blythe