The Brooklyn Indie Market and The {NewNew} Etsy Artisans Group have teamed up this summer to bring us several special events focusing on sustainable living.  The first one was “Handmade Hearth and Home” in June, featuring gorgeous handmade home decor items. This weekend’s event is Kidding Around, focusing on handmade items for children.  The participating artisans create a collection of handmade treasures that you just won’t find in a store.  Here is a sampling of the kinds o

It’s a typical weekend day at Union Square, where artisans and other creative types can set up shop and provide goods and services to the good people of New York City.  I regret not stopping to kick off my shoes, grab a stool, and talk some things over at this open air counseling center.  Next time I definitely will because I have several big ideas to go over. #artisans #NewYorkCity #unionsquare