Duchess of Downtown Tacoma

I have loads of thrifty pretties for you to behold. So let's get started shall we? The Giving Place 430 East 25th Street, Suite 3, Tacoma, 253.307.6271 Connect on Facebook Located in Freighthouse Square for the last 15 years (most recently moving from one inside suite to another as of May) The Giving Place is not just another gift store. It's so much more.  Owner Gary Pieterman spent years as a care giver, both volunteering his hours and as a career choice. This store was a way for him to "retire," (though the man is always on-hand there), and give back to the community. They sell all sorts of cool things and 50% of all net profits are donated to causes that support those with life altering illness and afflictions. So the title in itself is not just a clever name for a gift store but precisely what Pieterman aims to do. His enthusiastic positivity exudes, really it's hard not to smile while talking to the guy. Here are a few of my favorite examples of thi...

Last week I announced some of the movers and shakers making their way on the scene in Downtown. This week we take a peek into one of them.   Modality Furniture 821 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, 253.327.1198 http://www.modalityfurniture.com Connect on Facebook Owner and interior designer Laurel Whittaker is looking to bring functional, beautiful pieces to your home. An artisan shopping experience, with artisan quality and personal service. All pieces on site are custom upholsterd but also available to be taken straight to your home. As a furniture dealer Whittaker has a huge inventory to choose from whether it be versatile rugs for inside and outside use to an array of comfy couches and plush chairs. Still in the beginning stages of setting up the store, the displays are warm and welcoming. Whittaker says we can expect an expansion to the back room space and she hopes to utilize wall space allowing young, student artists to hang their pieces for sale and exp...

There's nothing better than saving a buck and filling your home with unique pieces. Whether fabulous art that speaks to you or a vintage piece of furniture that your friends will drool over, today we will show you some goodies.  Gaudy Girl Sales Visit Ruby Lane Shop on Craigslist Or Connect on Facebook for all the updates on items sales and more! Multipurpose table. Storage trunk and coffee table. I can think of a whole room vibe/theme to go with this! Padded headboard. Gaudy Girl currently has two parasols to choose from. I think they are just lovely. Pillows. The accent your couch has been begging for!  Now on to art! Whimsical, dark, profound and enthralling are just a few of the words that describe the following artists work. She speaks of divinity and conveys an ethereal presence into her craft. Introducing..... Julie Luke Connect on Facebook Website Funny thing, it didn't occur to me until laying all of these out that I am going with a bi...