Sunset Park's Japan Village is gearing up for one of its most beloved community events of the year: the annual Holiday Craft Fair. Returning on Dec. 13 and 14 on the second floor of Sunrise Market with a curated lineup of Brooklyn artists, crafters and small-batch food vendors, the fair offers free admission and helps shoppers in supporting independent makers. On Instagram, organizers encouraged visitors to "explore beautiful handcrafted pottery, natural incense, clothing, spices (shichimi), accessories and more - all made with care and creativity." The fair will run from 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. both days.
When I was young, I always dreamed of doing something I loved. The idea that people can build a life for themselves with their passion spoke deeply to me. I was around 13 when I first sparked the idea to start my own business, and that inspiration sat with me for about five years before I finally did it. With the help and collaboration of my roommate, we opened our small online business, Celestial Creations by Artsy and Reneé.