The New Market in Town
Living in NYC, I can tell you that peeps love their flea/craft markets. I am here to let you know that there is a new market in town (variety is the spice of life!) The LIC Flea & Food opened it's gates on June 15th to much fanfare. Located in Long Island City, Queens, it is a hop, skip, and a jump from Manhattan, and also a quick train ride from Brooklyn. I have been a vendor there on Saturdays since opening day, and I am having a great time. I always ask anyone that stops by my booth if they live in the neighborhood. Surrounding the flea are many new luxury high-rise apartments, and some more are in the midst of construction. Just about all of the neighborhood folks that stop by are really happy to have a new market nearby. They often show their support by coming out and shopping!
Now, I am going to be honest...I don't like the word flea. I sell handmade goods, and many folks approach my booth and try to haggle with me about prices. I understand, that's what you do at flea markets, but I am firm on my prices, so I don't play that game. I will say that this market has a nice mix. Not too many "junky" looking booths. The market itself does not promote food over crafts, or vintage over handmade (not like another market which shall remain nameless....)
Here is just a sampling of the wonderful artists who show off their wares every weekend:
Tree-D Patchwork are beautiful works of 3-D art using different mediums, including fabric. Contact owner and creator, Meryl Thurston if you want your own personalized piece made from sentimental blankets, clothes, or any other fabric.
Designer Annaliza Pasaylo-Huffnagle uses her native Filipino culture as inspiration for her Maarté by Iza collection of "Eco Friendly Jewelry", that makes a statement without saying a word.
Janet Belden is a life-long ceramicist that has a wide variety of beautiful pieces. She has also shared her expertise and knowledge by teaching classes at the West Side YMCA for over twenty years!
I am always impressed with artists like this. Drawing and painting is a talent that you are born with (I don't think I could teach myself...you either have it or you don't) My photo does not do true justice to her beautiful work with pastels.
Need to adopt a robot? This dynamic duo will help with that. Wonderful and whimsical pieces would be right at home in any decor!
I have to say that these guys have saved my life every weekend. It has been HOT in NYC, and there is nothing better than shaved ice! This friendly bunch shave the ice using bike power! I have tried many different flavors including green apple, watermelon, lemonade, and dreamsicle....yum!
I hope you get a chance to stop by and check out the market. Located in LIC, Queens (46th ave & 5th street) the market is open every Saturday and Sunday (10a-6p) and should be open through October.
Until next time....happy crafting!
Nordea nordeasoaperie
Where to Find the {NewNew} July 10 + 11
What: Hester Street Fair
What: Brooklyn Flea
What: Brooklyn Indie Market
Where to Find the {NewNew} November 21 + 22
You can't go wrong when you head to the Brooklyn Flea, and this Saturday is no exception with talented {NewNew} artisans WaiSze and TheChocolateMuffin.Location: Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School, Lafayette Avenue between Clermont and Vanderbilt Avenues, Brooklyn. Saturday, 10am - 5pm.
If you liked what you saw last weekend at the Brooklyn Indie Market, stop by again to check out more fabulous emerging designers. WabisabiBrooklyn will be back this Saturday with her beautiful decoupage jewelry.Location: Red and white tent at Smith and Carroll Streets, Brooklyn. Saturday & Sunday, 11am - 7pm.
Actor Crafts is an annual arts and crafts fair featuring the work of New York actors, singers and dancers. Sponsored by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, the {NewNew}'s very own WishByFelicity will be vending here.Location: Holy Cross School 332 West 43rd Street (between 8th and 9th Ave), Saturday 10am - 6pm.
CraftWestport will feature 150 talented craft artists including StudioByTheSea. This fantastic show is sponsored by the Westport Young Woman's League, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping those in need in the community.Location: Staples Highschool, 70 North Avenue, Westport, CT. Saturday, 10am - 6pm & Sunday, 10am - 5pm.
MayLuk and WabisabiBrooklyn will be at The (Makers) Market at the (OA) Can Factory in Gowanus, Brooklyn this Sunday. Check out this bi-monthly market for great handmade finds.Location: 232 Third Street at Third Avenue in Gowanus, Brooklyn. Sunday, 11am - 6pm.
Happy shopping!
Karina
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Where to Find the {NewNew} November 14 + 15
On November 14 and 15, from 11am to 7pm, a curated selection of independent artists, designers, makers, and crafters from the {NewNew} will showcase their handmade goodness at the Brooklyn Indie Market, circumventing the mainstream holiday shopping madness and offering a SALE. Download your 10% off coupon to take advantage of the sale at participating vendors. Check out the line-up of artisans here!Location: Red and white tent at Smith and Carroll Streets, Brooklyn. Saturday & Sunday, 11am - 7pm.
The Brooklyn Flea is bound to be hoppin' this weekend with a recent endorsement from the Martha Stewart Show. {NewNew} artisans Jantar and WishByFelicity will be exhibiting their beautiful jewelry this Saturday, so be sure to stop by and say hello!Location: Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School, Lafayette Avenue between Clermont and Vanderbilt Avenues, Brooklyn. Saturday, 10am - 5pm.
Twist is a fresh kind of fair, showcasing original handmade goods and art from 60 talented vendors, including PandaWithCookie. Stop by for a day of fun with a live DJ, entertainment, and refreshments!Location: Northampton Center for the Arts, 17 New South Street, Northampton, MA. Friday (6pm - 9pm) and Saturday (10am - 6pm).
25th Annual Chappaqua Craft Fair
StudioByTheSea and Paperelle are joining the 25th Annual Chappaqua Craft Fair this year. Along with incredible vendors, shoppers will have an opportunity to win with the Tricky Tray all day raffle, featuring more than 50 vendor donated crafts and gifts.
Location: Robert E. Bell School, 50 Senter Street, Chappaqua, NY (Right across from the Chappaqua Train Station). Saturday, 10am - 4pm.
See you this weekend!
Karina
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Where to Find the {NewNew} October 24 + 25
NYCraft [a group of {NewNew}ers] continues at beautiful Madison Square Park until November 1st. Enjoy the autumn season by strolling through this outdoor market, and be sure to stop by and say hello to {NewNew} artisans AlexandraFerguson, KimmChi, Meegün, Metalicious, LennyMud, Fubabee, and Wabisabi Brooklyn.Location: Madison Square Park, Manhattan. October 9 - November 1, 11am - 8pm.
The {NewNew} brings a taste of the New York indie craft scene to Boston's SoWa Open Market on Sunday October 25 from 10-4 to help the market celebrate the end of its sixth successful season. Over 15 vendors from the {NewNew} team will be selling their specialty wares including clothing, home décor, jewelry, accessories, paper goods, bath and body products and children's toys. Look for {NewNew} vendor tents sporting blue banners with the team logo throughout the market.Location: 540 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA. Sunday, 10am - 4pm.
The Market at the Old American Can Factory is back this weekend in Gowanus, Brooklyn. If you haven't checked it out yet, take a look this Sunday and see Wabisabi Brooklyn's cool decoupage jewelry.Location: 232 Third Street at Third Avenue in Gowanus, Brooklyn. Sunday, 11am - 6pm.
Have a lovely weekend!
Karina
WindowsOfAgate
Where to Find the {NewNew} October 3 + 4
The first annual All Angels' Church block party will feature entertainment and activities for every age, including an artisan craft fair, rides and art activities for kids, art installations, photography, live music, food, and a curated gallery. {NewNew} vendors include NordeaSoaperie, CLineCreations, Meekiyua, AltonWeekesStationary, SarahKathleenWarnerJewelry, and WindowsOfAgate.Location: 80th Street between Broadway and West End on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. Saturday, 10am - 6pm.
ArtMart 11225 is an annual outdoor arts and crafts market on Lincoln Road sponsored by PLG Arts and local vendors. Check out {NewNew} artisans YaniaCreations and CollectiveElements. Location: Lincoln Road (Q or S train to Prospect Park, exit to Lincoln Road.) Brooklyn, NY. Saturday, 10am - 5pm.
PandaWithCookie is back at the Brooklyn Indie Market this weekend, so take the opportunity to check out this great market in beautiful Carroll Gardens.Location: Red and white tent at Smith and Carroll Streets, Brooklyn. Saturday, 11am - 7pm.
The grounds of The Lewes Historical Society are located near the downtown shopping district of coastal Sussex County in Delaware. Over 80 craftspeople will exhibit a variety of media in a unique setting. {NewNew} member Peppersprouts will be in attendance for this hometown show.Location: The Lewes Historical Society, 110 Shipcarpenter Street, Lewes, Delaware. Saturday, 9am - 4pm.
The 35th annual Atlantic Antic will feature ten live entertainment stages, over 600 vendors, and kids events. Local and national craftspeople, food vendors, and nonprofits will be present at this year's Antic, and a contingent of {NewNew} artisans will be selling their fantastic handmade items. Check out WabisabiBrooklyn, KimmChi, LuCrafts, Collective Elements, vyphuisdesigns, CynthiaLawrenceDesigns, Jantar, NordeaSoaperie, WishByFelicity, MilkMade, BetterThanJam, ClaudiaGPearson, JDavisStudio, BlueStitchBooks, Citybitz, JournalisticTendencies.Location: Atlantic Avenue from Hicks Street to Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn. Sunday, 10am - 6pm.
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The annual Sea Cliff Mini-Mart will take place in downtown Sea Cliff, Long Island. The street fair & art festival includes approximately 200 exhibitors & food vendors. YaniaCreations will be vending at this great festival.Location: Sea Cliff Avenue between Carpenter and Prospect, Long Island. Sunday, 10:30am - 5:00pm.
Happy October!
Karina
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