Insta-Inspire
Our city is known for its craftspeople. Whether they do their best work in a brick-and-mortar store, a studio or a home office, they continually inspire us. Their Instagram photos tickle our taste buds and set us dreaming of beautiful accessories and custom clothing. But where do they get their inspiration? Three local makers share their Insta-inspiration.
The Empty Cup Fuels Community
It’s no surprise the enticing scent of freshly brewed coffee wafts through the air at The Empty Cup; it is a coffee shop, after all. But with the goal of assisting families during their adoption journey, this coffee shop is more than just a place to get your caffeine fix. The community helped create this space, and the operator and…
Superior Stone Grand Opening
Owners Louwrens and Riana Mulder of Superior Stone celebrated the grand opening of their new showroom and factory at 7511 Taggart Lane on February 22 by showcasing custom stone manufacturing, highlighted by a demonstration of the Baca Robotic Saw jet and exotic international slab warehouse by Terrazzo & Marble.
Knoxville’s Maker City
Located in the Daniel Building in the Old City, Rala is a carefully crafted shop designed to showcase wares from local artisans, a space that speaks to Knoxville’s identity as a Maker City. Originally opened in 2010 on Union Avenue, Rala has grown to incorporate small furniture and larger art pieces in addition to the collectibles, greeting cards, jewelry and others gifts…
Retirement: Make it Uniquely Yours
Ah, retirement—a lofty dream that many picture as a day in the future when you empty your office, shut off your light for the last time, and your new life begins. But for many of us, retirement can begin to feel like a pie in the sky dream. What if we don’t have enough money to get us through? Can…
The Empty Cup Fuels Community
It’s no surprise the enticing scent of freshly brewed coffee wafts through the air at The Empty Cup; it is a coffee shop, after all. But with the goal of assisting families during their adoption journey, this coffee shop is more than just a place to get your caffeine fix.