New York Handmade Collective (NYHC) Kicks Off Its

Second Annual “Fast Forward To Fall”

Sunday, September 30, 2018

In Collaboration With Grand Bazaar NYC

– Unique popup shopping extravaganza will offer one-of-a-kind, exclusively handcrafted, locally made artisanal crafts and accessories –

New York, NY (Aug. 16, 2018) -For the second consecutive year in partnership with Grand Bazaar NYC, the NY Handmade Collective (NYHC) – formerly known as the Etsy NY Street Team – will present “FAST FORWARD TO FALL.” This special event will take place on Sunday, Sept. 30, from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm, at the popular shopping destination located at 100 West 77th Street and Columbus Avenue.

“Grand Bazaar NYC firmly believes in supporting local artists, designers and craft-makers, which helps keep our city vibrant and creative,” said Marc Seago, Executive Director at Grand Bazaar NYC. “We’re thrilled that the NYC Handmade Collective will be joining us once again for this exciting autumn shopping experience.”

Shoppers are sure to find a diverse selection of outstanding, one-of-a-kind, exclusively handmade merchandise from over 40 talented, multi-disciplined NYC artisans and designers from the New York metropolitan area. The vast array of exceptional goods runs the gamut from fine art, stationery, jewelry, unique fashions, home decor and amazing skincare products to items for children and pets.

“This year’s ‘FAST FORWARD TO FALL’ is an opportunity for the NY Handmade Collective to highlight the importance of handmade crafts in today’s society, when so much is mass-produced,” said Andi B. O’Connor, Co-organizer and owner/designer at Billoware Jewelry. “Our event, situated within the long-established Upper West Side market that is the Grand Bazaar NYC, promises to be a dynamic showcase of our diverse, talented local artisans and their unique products.”