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…
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…
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…
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…
Wedding Venues That Inspire
Our staff scoured all the options in our local area to offer bridal parties a lineup of our favorite nuptial venues. The Great Outdoors Farm 12, PuyallupThe estate Farm 12 has an array of options for the special day from rustic to elegant. You can choose from a variety of their indoor or outdoor spaces.…
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…
Salt Hair Lounge Offers Beauty Services in a Sustainable Way
When you meet Katie, owner of Salt Hair Lounge, you know why this salon has quickly become a local favorite. Katie is a military wife and a mother of two and she exudes a sweet, savvy character and a love for her guests. She wants to make each guest’s experience at Salt Hair Lounge in…
RAGS 2024: 30 Years Of Passion And Purpose
Popular Wearable Art Sale returns for its 30th year of supporting YWCA Pierce County’s life-saving domestic violence services Tacoma artists Mimi Anderson, Ann Darling, Cheryl DeGroot, Teresa Owens, Diane Katz, Nicloe Turner, and Elayne Vogle have been selected for the 30th annual RAGS Wearable Art Sale and Gallery Competition that will take place March 7-10,…
8 Tips For Choosing A Kitchen Designer
Very few homeowners have the knowledge to design, build and install a new kitchen. That’s why many of us employ an expert kitchen designer. But how do you know if you are choosing the right kitchen designer to work with? It comes down to a bit of research and gut feelings. Design mistakes are costly,…
Panowicz Jewelers Celebrates 75th Anniversary
Panowicz Jewelers is celebrating its 75th anniversary and you are warmly invited to join in the fun. The Panowicz family, now in its third generation of ownership, carries on a legacy of quality, value and integrity with strong connections and contributions to our community. When you step into the store, conveniently located across the street…
Precious Collective: Elevated Every Day
Elevated is defined as “above the normal level.” The inventory, service, and special selections at Precious Collective certainly meets that definition. Curated by the fashion-conscious eye of its owner Josie Ciaciuch, Precious Collective, located in Gig Harbor’s Uptown Shopping Center, is on a mission to elevate everyday. “I love looking put together, even if I…
Puget Sound Wedding Venues for Every Couple
The holiday season is a perfect time to get engaged. Once you are engaged, we recommend checking out these Puget Sound venues which highlight our favorites from inspiring views to historical locations. Amazing Views Silver Cloud Hotel at Point Ruston, Tacoma Featuring spectacular views of Commencement Bay, weddings can be hosted in the covered outdoor…
A Two-Way Mirror: A New Museum of Glass Exhibit
A Two-Way Mirror is an exhibition of contemporary Black artists who have used glass to create work that deconstructs social, cultural, gender, and racial identity concerns that opened recently at the Museum of Glass in Tacoma. The artists range in background from African American to British to Puerto Rican. Each artist uses glass to reflect…