Duchess of Downtown Tacoma

Is there anything more rewarding than a project to improve the home paired with a newly learned craft? Like when you invest yourself into it and lo and behold, there is an actual finished product? Not to mention the sense of pride that comes with a job well done. Who doesn't love that feeling? Well done you!   In my pursuit of local courses and workshops I came across Throwing Mud Gallery. Located in the heart of Old Town on North 30th. They have hand-made goods from all over the Pacific Northwest including jewelery, teapots, goblets and other stylish home accessories. Whether you want to spend $10 or have thousands to splurge - plenty to choose from. Amongst all of these gorgeous wares there happens to also be a pottery studio that provides classes! Throwing Mud Gallery 2212 N. 30th St. Tacoma, 253.254.7961 Connect on Facebook Website Recognize the window front? Here we see pottery wheels lined by stools - enough seats for 7 people per class. Classes in...

Since we've been bestowed with the gift of snow, let's have some fun with this! I'm issuing a challenge. You have until 5 pm today to build a snowman (or snow sculpture) between 7th and 11th Streets on Broadway Street. At 5 pm, I (and any other judges I decide to r ecruit), will walk the length of the street taking photos of all the sculptures and taking feedback from my facebook friends to help us make our decision. Sculptors must be present or leave some sign with their name and contact info in order to win. The winner will be announced on my facebook page at 6 pm. They will receive a gift certificate to a local restaurant and the title: Best Snow Sculptor in the Universe of Tacoma. OK people! The gauntlet has been thrown!! I am prepared to be impressed. :) If you need some inspiration, check out Tacoma KOMO's photo gallery: http://www.komonews.com/news/local/Photos-snow-creatures-on-parade-137521618.html?tab=gallery&c=y&img=0 XOXO, ...