Duchess of Downtown Tacoma

Hello my lovelies~ Sometimes you just need a little help finding those accessories that set your house apart from all else. Here's are some fun, unique finds from our own Gaudy Girl Sales and artist Julie Luke. Gaudy Girl Sales Visit Ruby Lane Shop on Craigslist Or Connect on Facebook for all the updates on items sales and more! Little girl lamp. Kitschy goodness. Leopard print cocktail glasses. Why does this bring to mind a bar a la Austin Powers? Groovy baby, yea! Picasso Pillows.  I love this cabinet. It can easily be up-cycled for a more modern look.  Julie Luke Connect on Facebook LukeArts manages to leave me with a sense of awe after every viewing. She weaves epic stories and creates divine characters. AND right now she's having a sale on her prints! For only $10 you can get a 5x7 and when you buy two you receive a third for free. Yes, you heard me. FREE. This includes shipping. Cirque and the Duellum  Petunia  Helmet of Faith ...

My home decor adventures led me to Broadway Street and though there are many sights to see there is one in particular that left me smitten! Millesime Designs 745 Broadway, Tacoma Etsy Account Connect on Facebook With rotating installations every 8 weeks we always find things that make us feel twitterpated like upcycled tables and chairs adorned with the likes of old movie stars or dictionary pages. The current yellow with black and white color scheme leaves my eyes looking like little hearts like Bugs Bunny. Go and see for yourself. Here's a preview.  Even their sign is neat-o! This flashcard adorned table almost makes me love math. Almost. And a majestic owl for you owl lovers. Lovely, yellow birdcage. Inspired? Just a portion of the old movie star couple table. There's a few of these, each different. You absolutely should catch this installation, there are so many goodies to add to your own home collection and only a few weeks left to take it i...

Happy Tuesday everyone. Lady Jacqueline here. I''ll be taking over the Home Decor blog from here on out. Oh the things we will find! On an adventure to find home decor goodies right here in Tacoma, I ran across The Design Cottage on North 21st Street. Founded in Gig Harbor and settled right here in North Tacoma, the Design Cottage is full of repurposed antique finds like furniture, home accessories and artful touches that your home has simply been begging for. The Design Cottage 2624 N. 21st St., Tacoma WA 253.759.4748 http://www.designcottageinteriors.com/ Connect on Facebook Even their sign is made from the front of a repurposed dresser!!! Any woman (or man) who has discovered Pinterest has discovered the wonders of chalk paint. Think it's hard to find? Well then, you're in luck. They have loads AND workshops for your crafty project needs. Le Sigh. A legitimate old German go-cart. Antique, rolling, "shabby chic" wheels. A lovely colle...

Its yard sale city out there folks! Everybody is throwing out the old and making room for the new. I want you to imagine what fabulous new items you could have if you did a little furniture shedding of your own. Don't you just feel super energized after you rearrange the furniture a little and add a few new touches? I know I do. Check out today's selections. This blog lets you browse the stores from right where you are. Enjoy!  Broadway's Best Antiques 742 Broadway St, Tacoma WA PH#253.617.3509 http://www.broadwaysbestantiques.com Connect on Facebook Working milkshake maker, brings all the boys to the yard. Gorgeous chandelier White lamp and blue glassware Freestanding ashtray Coffee table from upcycled wood, various pieces of glassware POSH HOME 2502 6th AVE., Tacoma, WA. http://www.poshhomedesigns.com Connect on Facebook  Another gorgeous chandelier Chandelier, tree artwork, set of chairs, tiny end table Silver dresser, candles, ...

Someone call Adele and tell her she's not the only one who can turn tables. Today's Home Decor Tuesday is all about turning tables and chairs ! Broadway's Best Antiques 742 Broadway St, Tacoma WA Connect on Facebook PH#253.617.3509 http://www.broadwaysbestantiques.com Danish modern drop leaf kitchen table comes with 4 chairs Heywood Wakefield table and chairs 1970s kitchen dinette table in white Taxidermy deer head and miscellaneous items. I never like to be too predictable. :) Salon chair 1890s oak stick and ball adjustable pie shelf. It can lie flat like a table, upright like shelves or anywhere in between. Black leather lounge chairs  If you like this blog, please tell your friends and help me in my mission to promote shopping local. And make sure to subscribe by hovering your mouse in the upper right hand side of this page and clicking on subscribe when the little menu opens. XOXO, Duchess of Downtown Tacoma