Thursday, June 24, 2010

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Visit The Market


100 West 77th Street, New York, NY. 10024.
(77th Street & Columbus Avenue)


Subway Directions: Take the 7th Ave. local subway (#1) to 79th St. Station. Proceed east on 79th St. to Columbus Ave. -- 2 long blocks. Turn left onto Columbus Ave. and continue to 77th St. (2 short blocks). Alternative: take the 8th Ave. local (B or C train) to 77th/81st St. Station (called the Museum station) Use 77th St. exit. Proceed west on 77th St. to Columbus Ave. Market is across the street. Entrance to indoor market is through the playground.
City buses M 7 and M 11 (Col./Amst. Ave. lines), the M 104 (Broadway) and the M 10 (CPW line) also pass within a block or two of the market.

Driving Directions: Exit from the West Side Highway/Henry Hudson Parkway at 79th St. Proceed west on 79th St. to Columbus Ave. (4 long blocks). Turn left onto Columbus Ave. and continue to 77th St. (2 short blocks).

GPS coordinates:
latitude: 40.780346
longitude: 73.977106

http://www.greenfleamarkets.com/

ALA International & Birdy27


ALA International (www.ala-int.com) is a new company specializing in unique designs for t-shirts and other apparel.

This is the place to see and buy original designs created by ALA International founder and president, writer and graphic designer Birdy27.

In the New York area, ALA International offers Birdy27's t-shirts (and soon greeting/note cards and more) and Claudia Raiken's Princess and Peanut clothing line for toddlers (while supplies last). Hope to meet you soon at the market!

Ms. Carolyn Smith







Wacky Magnets offers a range of creative handcrafted magnets and magnetic paper dolls that are both fun and collectible.The whimsical magnets capture your heart without putting a hole in your wallet! The magnetic paper doll sets are suitable for ages 3 years to adult collectors.

There are over 30 choices of magnetic boy and girl paper dolls, teddy bear and rabbit sets, all with magnetic clothing. New to the Wacky Magnet paper doll selections are two charming Japanese ladies in traditional kimono sets that are magnetic and laminated. Contact Wacky Magnets at their website or shop online at http://www.wackymagnets.com/. Look for them on Sunday in outdoor booth D 4 just inside the Columbus Ave. entrance.


Ms. Carolyn Smith is the founder/crafter/artisan of Wacky Magnets established in 1997. She has been a GreenFlea vendor since June 2006. Her magnets have made their way to England, France, Israel, Australia, Poland and Japan as well as throughout the United States via the internet and her affiliation with the GreenFlea Market.

Ms. Ruth Kinory




Ms. Ruth Kinory creates delicate glass-beaded jewelry (much of it vintage beads).

Arrangements are designed by the vendor; she accepts custom orders.

You can find Ms. Kinory in the yard - D 2 (booth).

Enrique Otero







Mr. Enrique Otero brings a very broad assortment of desks, chests, and dining room sets to the market each week. These are finely crafted vintage furniture - the kind of furniture that is passed from one generation to the next.

Craftsmanship.
Quality.
The pattern of the grain.
Beautiful woods in great condition.

Thinking about entertaining this fall? Check out his tables and chairs - you won't be disappointed. In the section of the yard at the corner of W. 77th St. and Columbus Ave.

Ms. Carol Iuliucci


Ms. Carol Iuliucci offers a wide assortment of simple Shaker-like small furniture and accent pieces for the home. They can be made to order or purchased on the spot. The collection includes small stools which can double as seating, small scale dining/kitchen tables and various end/lamp tables. There are also a selection of peg boards and wooden hooks. The finish is a washed milk paint that comes in a large number of colors. Don't see the piece you're looking for? Ask - you may find that she is happy to make it for you. On the W. 76th St. side fence between the corner at W. 76 and the gate.

Recent Developments


Rating By Shoppers

So what exactly makes a good market?

Find out on Sundays, at GreenFlea Markets!

A good mix of everything. Yet at GreenFlea, we promote the individuality of each vendor - We build community. Every artisan, designer, and antique seller is protected. We develop a variety of sellers; our goal is not to oversaturate the market with one item. Each vendor has his/her place.

A strong market works toward variation.

READ THE REVIEWS

Meghan P. (San Francisco, CA) writes on Yelp.com

... $8 for a pair each of Seven's and Joe's Jeans! WOW!!! Really?! How is this possible?! Most thrift stores charge at least $30 for these jeans but one booth at the Flea Market had about 100 pairs of designer jeans for $8 each. I could have found even more that fit and were in good shape but decided that I should chill a little on my jeans obsession...

Other booths sold everything from more clothes to art to great gifts to tons of jewelry to books to just about everything else you can imagine. If I lived in New York, I would probably be at this flea market every weekend and do all my shopping here. At least this habit wouldn't break the bank! ...






Accent Collection







Accent by J'net Forrester is the stall to visit if you are looking for some of the most creative original women's fashions in the market. J'net talks about her collection with us:



I launched Accent by Ja’net and opened a showroom. My scarves and shawls were sold to boutiques and catalog companies such as Brownstone Studio, Essence catalog, and the BET home shopping network. I traveled through a number of US cities, Canada and Europe (London, Switzerland, Italy, and Germany) for inspiration. During that time, I received press coverage from Women's Wear Daily, Essence, and Accessory magazine.

Recently, there has been lots of buzz about my creation of jackets, coats, and vests, made of neoprene, a fabric more commonly used for wet suits. Buyers declare the neoprene garments to be wearable art. They declare that they look good and fit fantastically! Accent by Ja’net was also featured in a television shopping show “Shop around the World” and has received press from the Boston Globe, and online blogs.

Yona Amsalem




Yona Amsalem, owner of Yona's Delights, has been a caterer for several years.

She is an imaginative and talented cook who brings wonderful appetizers and desserts to the market each week. Try some of her savory pastries (filled with cheese or mushrooms -yum!) or a mini quiche. You will be an instant fan.


http://www.yonasdelights.com/

Lorna Ellis Designs









Ever think of going green with style? Try it.

Be the envy of your friends!

Lorna Ellis Designs
http://www.lornaellisdesigns.com/

She features hand-crafted fabric bags for all ages.

Some are made from vintage fabrics or rare sample fabrics, and are reusable, biodegradable, and beautiful original pieces. Other accessories sometimes include scarves and belts.

Her work has been featured on Martha Stewart's Crafts Blog.

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Scott Jordan




Happy Father's Day - here is a good idea. If you are looking for a special gift for dad, but you don't want something flashy or grand, visit Greenflea.

Meet

Mr. Scott Jordan.

He excavates ground in New York City (all the five boroughs); what he finds are REAL TREASURES. Within his collection, there are antique bottles and other household items - door knobs, keys, coins, toys ... etc.

All are salvaged from construction sites in New York City. Some of the items date back to the 18th century. This man protects and strengthens the culture of New York City - he saves these archaeological relics!

You can read more and click on photos at his website:
http://www.newyorkartifactart.com/

African Antiques


Billo Berete - African Antiques

Vera Battemarco







The Vera Battemarco Jewelry Collection includes vintage, antique, fine, estate, costume, couture, collectible, artisan and designer Jewelry.
We also carry artwork, style and back issues of fashion magazines fine antiques, collectibles and gifts for men and women.

Visit her collection at

http://www.VeraBattemarco.com/

Very Bold
Very Beautiful
Vera Battemarco

Saturday, June 19, 2010

Bit of Lefebre


Vendor Lefebre
Vintage American furniture.


Visit us, we are open every ...

SUNDAY -

Greenflea Markets,
100 West 77th Street, New York, NY
10024

Or call,

212-239-3025

Summer Festive













ALL RIGHT!

Summer is here, and the city is buzzing; it's a good sign. People are walking about - so they visit Greenflea Markets.

DEFINITELY WORTH SHARING

We are written up by TheKitchn.com - Please follow the link to read the whole report!

The farmer's market installs a section at GreenFlea on Columbus Ave. (part of Union Square Market) with a good selection of fresh produce. Their farmers are dedicated to deliver vegetables and gourmet foods - we accept!

Greenflea is proud to have a partnership with Greenmarket.

Here are some images from the report on The Kitchn.

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Visit the GreenFlea food section


Prepared gourmet food vendors, produced under licence.

Within the flea market itself (just inside the gate on W. 77th St.), you will also find some gourmet food providers: a specialty baker offering cookies and desserts for people with food allergies, a fresh mozzarella and seafood specialty vendor (who also carries Balthazar breads), a caterer who offers wonderful savory quiches and turnovers, and a vendor selling fabulous pickles, olives and other condiments.
Not located in the food section but within the market itself is a spice and tea vendor that will make it seem that you are shopping at a marche in gay Paree! There are also fabulous Greek-style pastries and savories sold by another vendor. You can shop and pick up your lunch or dinner on the way out of the market.

Better and healthier choices than those of other markets. Most other markets do not have the savoir faire or mere experience to sell quality food. A typical market would sell tacos or hambergers - we at Greenflea, step it up a notch.

Greenflea really does offer the best quality; we protect our vendors. We build a community.

Previous Weeks


Karma Bhutia is constantly looking for truly gorgeous scarves and wraps from Tibet, Nepal, and India. The selection changes with the seasons. Just a few steps from the gate on Columbus Ave.



AC Agates has been offering beautiful handcrafted necklaces, bracelets, and earrings for years. Many include agates and other natural stones. In the middle of the yard in row C.




These charming American decorative objects are among many sold by Good Olde Things. Look for them at the corner of 77th & Columbus Ave. on the front fence. Check out their tin bordered mirrors.

Say Hi To The Spring




Lauren Baruch offers vintage Whiting & Davis mesh bags along with a broad selection of vintage men's jewelry - rings and cuff-links. She also has a few surprise items each week like the samurai swords picutre. Look for her in the front of the yard near the entrance on W. 77th St.