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Location:: Bradenton, Florida

About Me:: I'm a Florida based artist. Sewing was a skill passed down in our family from my mother's mother who studied Costume Design at Pratt Institute. I think I'm still a few generations away from mastering the art form. But couldn't live without my sewing machine!

I have been running an online shop called Funky Utopia since 2003. This October, I am relaunching the website { www.ShopFunkyUtopia.com } and opening a tiny shop in Bradenton, Florida as well.

Funky Utopia features handmade clothing, accessories and vintage vinyl. Visit our website for more information!

Gender:: Gal

I am a/an:: Independent Artist/Designer, Blogger, Supporter, Shopper, Independent Retailer, Purchasing Agent/Buyer

(Designers only) I create:: Handmade skirts, accessories, jewelry and goodies for your space. When possible, I prefer to use reclaimed and/or repurposed materials. However, I willingly admit to having a mean textile addiction.

(Designers only) I am willing to do:: Consignment, Wholesaling

(Designers only) My work is sold at:: www.ShopFunkyUtopia.com

Website:: http://www.ShopFunkyUtopia.com

Website #2:: http://www.funkyutopia.blogspot.com

Website #3:: http://www.myspace.com/funkyutopia

Favorite Designers/Artists:: Betsey Johnson comes to mind. Actually, I could be here all day naming names. Maybe it's best to simply say that I adore fearless artists who don't follow rules.

Favorite Music/Musicians:: Way too many favorites to mention here. My musical tastes are all over the place. Depends on my mood, really.

Favorite TV Show & Movies:: Project Runway, Flight of the Conchords, Men in Trees, Big Love. Movies... some of my favorites are Hideous Kinky, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, Pump Up The Volume, Trees Lounge, Pretty in Pink, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Beyond Rangoon and Heathers.

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Grand Opening October 3rd... Looking for artists to feature!

Funky Utopia has been working with independent artists and crafters since 2003. We are re-launching the website this October and opening a tiny shop in Bradenton, Florida on October 3rd. Check out the website for more information: www.ShopFunkyUtopia.com We are currently looking to work with artists who handcraft their own wares. We really appreciate organic and/or recycled materials. Please read for more specifics: All items must be handmade/handcrafte… Continue

Posted on August 31, 2008 at 9:30am — 2 Comments

The Shop is Open!

Well, it took a bit longer than expected and it's still not quite where I'd like it to be. But the Funky Utopia shop is back open for business!!

Plus, today I opened an etsy shop (under FunkyUtopiaDesigns) mostly out of curiousity. We'll see how it all turns out!

Thanks for stopping by and for visiting my shops! :)

Posted on August 23, 2007 at 1:09pm —

what's in a name anyway?

This place is so much fun!! I love it here. It's a little tricky putting faces to names for me... I'm so used to associating business names with folks. Seeing everyone's real names is throwing me off. hahaa!!

Posted on August 21, 2007 at 9:56am — 1 Comment