Friday, April 28, 2023

A look at Wicked Heathens, now open on 9th Street

Photos and reporting by Stacie Joy 

Wicked Heathens, a jewelry store carrying clothing, accessories and candles, recently opened at 337 E. Ninth St. between First Avenue and Second Avenue. 

I stopped by the shop and met with owner-designer Martha Henry and manager-designer Daymone Edmonds, who has a clothing brand — Culture and Fate — also carried at Wicked Heathens.
Henry discussed what drew her to the East Village from Brooklyn to set up her first brick-and-mortar outpost. 

"Back when I used to do artist markets, there was such an amazing community of creators. During the pandemic, I was forced to focus on online sales and started working from home, but I felt like I lost that community," she said. "Years later, I decided it was time to open a brick-and-mortar [shop] filled with like-minded creators and makers. The East Village has such an amazing community of small businesses that really support each other, which is what drew me to open up in this area."
Hours: Monday-Saturday, noon-7 p.m.; Sunday, noon-6 p.m. 

You can keep tabs on Wicked Heathens via Instagram.
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5 comments:

  1. SarahApril 28, 2023 at 11:57 AM

    Looking good! Welcome to the neighborhood!

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  2. marjorieApril 28, 2023 at 9:50 PM

    So pretty! Welcome to the EV.

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  3. AnonymousMay 2, 2023 at 1:34 PM

    I’m so excited to see her in the east village. What a perfect fit!

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  4. NormieMay 2, 2023 at 6:12 PM

    Martha is amazing!!!! You will love her and her art of jewelry. Congratulations to you👍

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  5. AnonymousMay 2, 2023 at 9:48 PM

    Martha is such a talented and artistic designer. Her jewelry has been a staple of my "look" for several years. She's also a wonderful and warm woman, who is always eager to help clients chose things that are perfect for them.
    I'm so happy and proud of Martha for fulfilling her dream of opening her own shop. It looks truly amazing! Congrats Martha, I'll see you soon.

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