This blog chronicles the behind-the-scenes workings of Smutopia, my fledgling handmade jewelry business. Whether promoting my online shop, improving my craft, or setting up to sell at local markets, this blog will document my adventures in jewlery design, crafting, and sales.
Showing posts with label etsy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label etsy. Show all posts
Friday, March 26, 2010
Smu's YELLOW Friday Finds!
Thursday, February 18, 2010
PunkyJane - EtsyTwitter Team Shop of the Week

If you look back through my old "Friday Finds" posts, you'll realize that I LOVE the work of this week's EtsyTwitter Team SOTW (shop of the week), PunkyJane! I find it very amusing that this post falls right on top of a post I started out with her "Rock Star" pendant :) Be sure to check out the full SOTW post on the EtsyTwitter team blog, and check out PunkyJane's sites: Etsy, Twitter, & Facebook
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Starry-Eyed Surprise Saturday Finds
Time has gotten away from me--it's Saturday night and I'm just posting my weekly Etsy finds! Enjoy these star-themed handmade finds and check out the other items these talented Etsians have to offer!
PunkyJane: ROCK STAR hand stamped sterling necklace
ChristinaColwell: Star Catcher 8 x 10 Print
earthfirestudios: The Phoenix - Large Atlas of the Stars Locket Necklace
palepink: You are my star handmade bicycle inner tube notebook
nonfictiontees: Celestial Constellation Tshirt Astrology Star MapFriday, January 22, 2010
Smu's Friday Finds: Lotus
Inspired by some beads I just purchased (check back for pics of those later) I've chosen lotus flower inspired items for today's friday finds. Be sure to click through to these fantastic Etsy shops to see what else these amazing artists have to offer!
Lotus Stackables from lizcowee
Friday, December 4, 2009
Smu's Friday Finds........For Your Fingers!
Today's Friday Finds are all for your fingers! These stunning rings are all from my personal favs with their design rooted in organic/natural elements :)
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Stocking Stuffer Sale at SmuTopia on Etsy!
Looking for stocking stuffers? Check out this special one-day sale in my Etsy shop! All beaded charms have been marked down to $1.50! These charms are great for zipper pulls, purses, or even as simple pendants and make great small gifts for the girl who has everything :)
Friday, November 13, 2009
Smu's Friday Finds for Travel!
I find myself sitting in the airport waiting for flights that will take me to New Hampshire for my annual Christmas shopping trip with my Mom and sisters. Seems like a perfect time to blog about some travel-themed Etsy finds! These items are from the following fantastic shops: BrightWall, happygolicky, madebymoe, and bowtago.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Wish List Wednesday!
I love the caramel color of this vintage samsonite bag, but it's the deer silohuette that seals the deal :) It's a perfect blend of handmade and vintage and is just one of many amazing items from GetReadySetGO. And yes, I've been on a bit of a kick lately with deer-themed items :)
Friday, October 30, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Wish List Wednesday!
I found this fantastic robot bag in one of my long-time-favorite Etsy shops, Sugarlust! I can just picture myself on the way to work with my laptop stowed in this "geek chic" tote :)Friday, October 23, 2009
Smu's Friday Finds: Home Decor in Green!
Our new house will be finished next week (Hooray!) and despite the fact that there are a million things to be done before we get to decorating, I couldn't resist adding some handmade home decor to my Etsy favs :) Round 1 of today's Home Decor Friday Finds--Green items from urbandesign, SimpleSweetDesign and LeenTheGraphicsQueen !
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Where's Waldo? Treasury Feature
Friday, October 16, 2009
Smu's Friday Finds: "Think Pink" Round 2 Breast Cancer Awareness Month
More great handmade finds in pink hues for Breast Cancer Awareness month! These items are from FancifulForm, CritterJitters, bubbletime, and BellflowerTextiles on Etsy.


Smu's Friday Finds: Think Pink! Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Today's "Think Pink" Friday Finds were selected in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Today's finds are from downstairsDesigns, WinchellClayWorks, WellspringCreations, and vivikas on Etsy. Be sure to check out their shops for more fantastic Handmade items!


Thursday, October 15, 2009
Sneak a Peek at what's New from Smu!
This fall I've been expanding the selection of metals in my designs and have become very fond of using brass. The contrast of antiqued brass with light-colored beads like the lovely lilac purple ovals used in the beachy bracelet pictured here. In addition to my normal product shots using driftwood and flooring tiles for a background I've also taken photos of this bracelet on one of my wooden hand bracelet displays.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Wish List Wednesday - Halloween is Coming!

Today's Wish List Wednesday selection is all about Halloween! Even though I won't be decorating this year as we are packing up to move I'm sorely tempted to add this little guy to my collection of Halloween home decor :) Check out davenevanxaviour for more handmade Halloween and geeky goodness!
Friday, October 9, 2009
Smu's Friday Finds: Creature Feature!
Take a moment to check out my "Creature Feature" including some animal-themed finds from fantastic Etsy shops!
Owl Twins Pencil Pouch Khaki Olive Green (Cheryland)
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Trading for Holiday Gifts!
I have been doing a lot of trading lately with other Etsians to start gathering holiday gifts for my fantastic family :) Without giving away too much about the gifts I traded for, I've listed the shops I have traded with most recently below--give them some love!
With so many wonderful handmade goods and lots of other sellers looking to make trades for gift items now it the time to get in on the trading fun! Check out this ever-growing list of shops open to holiday trades!
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