Homebody Boutique welcomes The Modern Dream

Erin von Holdt-Gilbert, owner of The Modern Dream, creates beautiful felted wool products that are rich in texture and colors. These tactile creations are always one of the first things customers gravitate to when entering the store. Items include multi-circle trivets, coasters, and bowls in many sizes that can nest or stand on their own. The brightly colored bowls are perfect for holding anything from pocket change and keys to fine jewelry -and since they won't scratch, they are also great for cell phones, ipods and sunglasses.
These works get snatched up just as quickly as they arrive, so come check them out now!

NEW! Blown Glass Skull Goblets!

Glass artist Oliver Doriss is an experienced artist accomplished in a variety of mediums and disciplines. After receiving his BFA from Massachusetts College of Art 1996 he devoted his energy to the glass craft, becoming a driving force within the modern glass movement. He has worked with such artists and designers as the celebrated Dale Chihuly, and Donna Karan, both producing and interpreting their work. Oliver’s installation and sculptural work has graced galleries and public spaces nationwide. After relocating to the Northwest in the late 90’s Oliver eventually settled in Tacoma WA in 2003. Where most recently he opened the Fulcrum Gallery, an influential display space catering to contemporary art and installation. “Throughout my childhood I witnessed people inventing jobs for themselves, I was surrounded by artists, craftsmen, and generally self-made people. It is only now that I become aware how this shaped my own decision making process.” -Oliver Doriss

These amazing Skull goblets are about 7 inches tall. They feature a hand sculpted glass skull that has been incorporated into a venetian style hand made goblet.