Macha Jewelry is awesome because it’s an eclectic mix of dainty, sweet, rough, and hard edged. Basically, it’s everything I feel as a Greenpoint gal. Macha was London created, but […]
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Birds of Paradise: Lee O’Conner Book Launch & Reception (3/20)
Last year, I had the pleasure of interviewing Lee O’Connor, an amazing Greenpoint photographer. This Friday, she’s celebrating the launch of her visceral, enigmatic portraits at Picture Farm Gallery. You’re […]
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Let’s Get Serious: Engagement Rings.
Love in the air? If you’re thinking of putting a ring on your awesome partner, perhaps you’ll want to check out these North Brooklyn based jewelry designers. From traditional, to no […]
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Petal Dreams: Ruusu Floral Design & Ceramics
Jessica Matson believes in flowers. She’s the driving force behind Ruusu, a floral design and ceramics company in Greenpoint. Picture handmade ceramics, dreamy wreaths with folklore connections, and vivid flowers […]
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Reading List: 8 Books Set in North Brooklyn
If you’re looking for some new reads this year, why not start with a novel that centralizes around Greenpoint? Or Williamsburg. Bushwick, even! These eight novels focus on the lens […]
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Best Drugstore Beauty Buys
One thing Greenpoint isn’t short on is drugstores. That being said, there’s an ample selection of beauty products that give you a bang for your buck. Beauty can be […]
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Holiday Gift Guide Part Two: Last Minute Ideas
So, the holidays are a little more than a week away. And you haven’t got zip. Zilch. Here’s some of my favorite gift ideas that are all from local shops. […]
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Holiday Gift Guide: She + Him
Ah, it’s that time of year again. Some of us might take pleasure in shopping for gifts (like me!) while others are stumped when it comes to finding the perfect […]
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Books & Drinks: What to Read in Greenpoint’s Local Hangouts
One of my favorite things about Greenpoint is its neighborhood vibe. I can walk around and find myself in any cafe or bar and feel at ease. There’s so many […]
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Witchy Vibes Please: Erica Weiner Sample Sale
Brace yourself, kids. Erica Weiner launches a sample sale today that goes all through the long weekend. Polar vortex, say what? Warm your little heart with some serious jewels that […]