Cabinets by Trivonna Evolves into Maple + Marble
It’s the same team with an expanded vision. With careful strategic planning, Cabinets by Trivonna owners Amber and Rick Bevacqua have expanded their business to offer their current and future customers more comprehensive services. To reflect this evolution, the new name is Maple + Marble. “We have a contracting license to be more helpful with…
Rare and Luxurious at LeMay-America’s Car Museum
LeMay – America’s Car Museum (ACM) in Tacoma, Washington, is proud to unveil its newest exhibit, Rare & Luxurious – 100 Years of Exceptional Automobiles. This stunning showcase celebrates a century of automotive elegance, performance, and innovation, bringing together some of the world’s most exclusive and iconic vehicles in one unforgettable display. Whether you’re a…
Curated Gig Harbor: Experience Gifting with Care
Gig Harbor’s new boutique, Curated, is a dream come true for owner Tiffany Brooks as well as anyone who has ever needed to find just the right gift. The store lives up to its name with a collection of thoughtfully-selected items. She seeks out inventory from small, often local or home-based, grassroots businesses that share…
Ed Selden Carpet One: Three Generations of Evolving
“My name and reputation are very important to me, so I make sure the right product is selected for the environment it is going to be put in,” said Gayle Selden, President and owner of Ed Selden Carpet One in Lakewood. Pride in her name is a natural result when you are the granddaughter of…
Top Wedding Trends in 2025
With every year that passes, weddings are becoming more bespoke to the individual requirements of the bride and groom. In 2025, we envision a unique blend of timeless traditions and modern twists that are guaranteed to make your wedding truly memorable. Sustainable Wedding Celebrations Sustainability is set to be a key theme for 2025 weddings.…
Spring 2025 Fashion Trends
Spring 2025 fashion brings a mix of playful nostalgia, bold statements, and effortless chic. From timeless sailor stripes to Western-inspired details, this season offers something for everyone. Here are some suggestions to incorporate the latest trends into your wardrobe with confidence. Sailor Stripes Nautical Revival Sailor Stripes make a strong comeback this spring, offering a…
Sound and Vision Living: Elevate Your Home Environment
When you are exploring the delights of historic downtown Olympia, be sure to step through the door at Sound and Vision Living. In a relatively small space, you will find an abundant choice of interesting and thoughtful home décor pieces. It’s fun to look at everything. Owners Dan and Nicole Durden are typically on hand…
Panowicz Jewelers: Three Generations of Serving the Local Community
Panowicz Jewelers has passed to its third generation of ownership in the family: Leslie Panowicz, granddaughter of late founder Anton Panowicz, Sr., is now the owner. After seven decades, Panowicz Jewelers still holds true to its founding of a legacy of quality, integrity and value. “As a store we genuinely care about our customers,” shared…
Echoes of the Floating World: Historic Japanese Woodblock Meets Contemporary NW Art
Tacoma Art Museum features the newest exhibit Echoes of the Floating World, an exhibition highlighting the continuing influence of Japan’s ukiyo-e woodblock prints on contemporary art in the Pacific Northwest now through January 6, 2026.Echoes of the Floating World features a striking collection of 18th, 19th and early 20th-century Japanese woodblock prints from the Tacoma…
Six Most Popular Wedding Venues
Here are our top choices for wedding venues in the South Puget Sound. Our aim is to list a wide array of only the best wedding venues to assist you in picking the perfect spot to celebrate with your loved ones. Thurston County Indian Summer Golf and Country Club, LaceyPicture your dream ceremony on the…
Museum of Glass Celebrates 20 years of Landmark Program ‘Kids Design Glass’
In the second half of the 19th century, a revolutionary change occurredin the world of glass when artists and architects —not traditionally practitioners of the material — became designers of glass art pieces. Although not makers, they formed a symbiotic connection with those who were. With this relationship in mind, Museum of Glass took the…
Gift Guide: Santa’s Got a Brand New Bag!
Staub Ceramic 3-Piece Ovenware Set For the clever cook who will love the elegance and functionality of Staub ceramics. These pieces go from freezer to oven to table.$129.99 simpletidings.com Giving Shawl Each shawl is crafted from sumptuously soft fabric designed for soothing comfort and presented in a beautiful gift box. An inside pocket is designed…
Fall Fashion Trends for 2024
Embrace the Classics with a Modern Twist As fall 2024 approaches, the fashion world is celebrating a blend of timeless styles and modern innovations. This season, look forward to four main trends that promise to bring a fresh perspective to your autumn wardrobe: Western style, 60s-inspired looks, earthy browns and greens, and classic plaid patterns.…
South Sound Artists to Watch
From the annual Art Walk in Olympia to Tacoma’s Studio Tours, we live in a community abundant with artists. You may have driven by the work of one of these three artists or encountered them at a recent festival. We take a moment to get to know Teresa Staal-Cowley, Curtis Ashby and Britton Sukys, three…
Vida Bridal and Beauty: Curated Bridal Dresses for Brides
Vida Bridal and Beauty opened this past November in Tacoma. The beautiful boutique studio is a dream come true for Daniele Otto. Daniele Otto, left Brazil to pursue a marketing job in the U.S. After working in the beauty industry and styling hair for fashion shows and weddings. This past fall she decided to fulfill…
Entrepreneurship and Creativity are Nourished at Lacey MakerSpace
Entrepreneurship and Creativity are Nourished at Lacey MakerSpace The Lacey MakerSpace is a community workshop space that provides tools and equipment for learning job skills, prototyping, and expressing creativity. It is a partnership with the Thurston County Economic Development Council, the City of Lacey, and Saint Martin’s University. The MakerSpace is open to the public.…
Senior Photos Have Evolved
Do you have children in high school? As you navigate their last couple years there will be a lot of milestones. Homecoming, prom, senior trips, college tours and then of course there are senior photos. What you might not know about senior photos is that you need to get started selecting your photographer and book…
Cabinets by Trivonna – Tailored to YOUR Budget
The owners of Cabinets by Trivonna, Amber and Rick Bevacqua, and their team enjoy getting to know their clients and how they use their space. Their goal is to design a space that’s not only beautiful but as functional as possible for their specific needs while keeping their budget in mind. They start by scheduling…
Home Trends for 2024
Changes in interior design trends are to be expected. Lately it seems change is occurring at lightning speed. In response, people are looking to slow life down by creating nurturing homes with warm, neutral colors, natural materials, and a style that will last. In this article, you will find ideas for home design and remodeling…
The Current, An Artist Award
Kristina Batiste, a minimalist potter and ceramic artist from Tacoma, was recently named Tacoma Art Museum’s 2023 The Current, An Artist Award recipient. The Current is an annual award providing financial and institutional support to a Black artist living and working in the Tacoma area. “I have to say I was shocked and delighted,” said…