Show Us Your Project Winners Circle!

We would like to shout-out and give thanks to all those who have entered our Show Us Your Project Contest thus far!

The contest has been a great way for us to engage with our customers and show our appreciation by giving back. We are very impressed with the submissions and it fills us up with joy to see the blood, sweat & tears that everyone is putting into their projects. We are more than happy to help the process by supplying tools & materials to aid in the creativity and ingenuity of our customers. Thank you for choosing Crest Hardware and sharing your amazing projects with us on Instagram!

Congrats to the most recent winners!

@ZhillWhilton
@HeggsBenedict
@Sohlaroids
@BjorkNewYork

Here's a look at their winning projects:

@ZhillWhilton

@HeggsBenedict

@Sohlaroids

@BjorkNewYork

Join the ranks of these winners by entering for this months contest! 

To Enter: 

-Post pics of your project to Instagram

-Tag them with @CrestHardware  #CrestHardware  #ShowUsYourProject2018

-Be sure to also tag any of the brands you used to create the project:
#MinWax #Krylon #PrattAndLambert #SheffieldTools #MilwalkeeTools #PurdyBrushes #GlobeElectric

The winner for June will be announced the first week of July via our Instagram: @CrestHardware

Artist Egle Zvirblyte Paints Mural in Williamsburg

Thanks to BK Street Art & in cooperation with Montana Cans & Crest Hardware... Williamsburg, Brooklyn now has its very own wall of fun and whimsical characters created and painted by artist Egle Zvirblyte.

Egle Zvirblyte is a Lithuanian artist based in London. They have worked with clients such as Nike, Refinery29 & OK Cupid to create amazingly fun and colorful illustrations.

We are excited to see her work so close to the shop! If you want to take a look and grab some pics, head on over to Meeker and Manhattan Ave.

Reverend Vince & Millicent Souris 'Tie The Knot' at Crest!

It was a pleasure to share our space with long time friend, neighbor and local legend Reverend Vince Anderson and his partner Millicent Souris.

If you would like to have your wedding or special occasion in our garden, check out our listing on Peerspace. We would love to host your next event!

Have Your Next Party At Our Garden Center!

Thank you to PureWow for including our luscious 5,000 SF garden space in their editorial about the best event rental spaces in NYC! 

 You can check out the full article here: PureWow.com

If you'd like to inquire about renting our Urban Garden Oasis for your next event, please check out the link below!

Arbor Day Celebration in Williamsburg

Happy Arbor Day!

Today marks the launch of the first round of the educational playground components for the Brooklyn Arbor Urban Ecology Playground. A collaboration between the WeLive Design Team X Lunch Money, the project includes tree and plant species signs, an "observation station", and murals made possible by donations from Crest Hardware - all in the newly landscaped playground. 

Bonsai Trees at Crest!

BONSAI !!!!

We are super excited & proud to now carry Bonsai Trees from New England Bonsai, the largest bonsai nursery on the East Coast!

Our selections includes: Japanese Juniper, Ficus Retusa, Oriental Ficus, Bahama Berry & much more.

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Graffiti Vanity: Rooftop Installation by MRtoll

We have recently been blessed with a rooftop installation by artist MRtoll in collaboration with Foundry Wood. You can view the piece, which is a graffiti stylized 'NYC' made of mirrors and wood from the street below right in front of Crest Hardware. The piece is part of a series titled 'The Graffiti Vanity Project' which seeks to invoke the viewer to interact with the art by seeing yourself within the piece and taking a selfie!

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Graffiti Vanity

The Graffiti Vanity Project looks at our obsession of looking at ourselves and the relationship of graffiti and it’s roll in the selfie. 

Graffiti was the first selfie, people have always longed to leave their mark. They have been scratching their names on walls for over 2000 years. In the 1970’s and 80’s youth started taking to the street of New York City and Philadelphia with spray cans. They would paint,  tag or graffiti their names over and over to see who could be the most seen writers in their city.  Street artist MRtoll and Foundry Wood have partnered up to create Graffiti Mirrors. The mirrors are also a reflection of the city and its relationship to the daily commuters. 

The idea is to give the viewers a chance to interact with the city and their surroundings. In a digital era were selfies and social media are the mainstream form of expression the mirrors encourage the viewer to become a creator itself, not only by engaging with the mirrors but also by taking a selfie and therefore leaving their own mark.

FOLLOW: 
@mrtoll
@foundrywood
@graffiti_vanity

www.foundrywood.com

Timeless Designer Clocks from Newgate

If you haven't yet experienced a Newgate Clock, then we highly recommend stopping by Crest to check them out in person.

Newgate specializes in creating iconic alarm clocks, mantle clocks and wonderfully articulated wall clocks. The designs are a perfect mix of classic & retro with a twist of modernism. They complement any home and provide styles and selections for all areas and rooms.

The 50's style Electric Clock is a perennial best-seller and we are proud to carry it at Crest Hardware, along with a variety of designs inspired by classic timepieces from Newgate.

Holiday Decor SALE!

Crest Hardware's Top Holiday Gifts For Guys

Need a gift for that special guy? Look no further!

We have a large selection of gadgets, tools & gear that make for great stocking stuffers!
 

BELT BUCKLE / MULTI-TOOL -  by SOG

Whether it's used as a belt buckle or clipped on a pack, the Sync multi-tool is there to save the day anytime and anywhere. Carries 11 functional tools including:
A flat head screw driver, bottle opener, wire crimper, needle nose pliers, straight edge knife and more! 

GEEKY GEAR GIFT SET - by KIKKERLAND

A Gift Set that includes everything for on-the-go tech! Perfect for teens and includes essentials that are great for the 'hard-to-buy-for' crew.

Gift Set Includes:
-Chevron Ear Buds
-i6/i7 & Micro USB 2 in 1 Charging Cable
-8 in 1 Screwdriver
-Box transforms into a gift box with motherboard print
-Also included: A Spinney mechanical wind up toy!!!
 

HORI HORI KNIFE - by BAREBONES LIVING

A perfect gift for the guy with a green thumb!

Roughly translated from Japanese, Hori Hori means Dig Dig. The Hori Hori was designed to be the ultimate multi tool in your garden. Digging, trenching, planting, cutting, and even popping the top off of a refreshing beverage. Sure to be a big hit under the Christmas tree!
 

WATERPROOF WORK GLOVES - by HESTRA

A practical and useful gift for anyone who works outdoors.

Hestra Czone gloves feature goatskin leather, outseam construction, Czone waterproof and breathable insert, Thinsulate insulation, safety cuff and elastic wrist. Great for general work projects, snow removal, driving and equipment operations and tool use.
This waterproof, durable glove protects hands all winter long!!

We also carry Hestra light weight multi-use gloves.

Check out these items and much more at Crest Hardware! 

558 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY

The Tree Market at The Standard, East Village

Now in it's third year, Crest Hardware is proud to present The Tree Market at The Winter Garden inside The Standard, East Village. 

We will be selling trees, stands, wreaths and lights! 

All proceeds will benefit The lower Eastside Girls Club.

Hours:
Fridays 4pm-9pm
Saturdays & Sundays 12pm-9pm

While you're there enjoy tasty seasonal treats and cocktails in an alpine yurt!

Come Meet Santa!

Santa is coming to The City Reliquary holiday party on December 10! Kids can meet the big red guy at the annual civic celebration for friends & neighbors.

The City Reliquary is a short walk from Crest Hardware, located at 370 Metropolitan Ave.
If you look closely at Santa, you'll see he's our very own "Crest" Kringle. 

There will be cookies, milk, and juice boxes for the kids (included w/admission), and "holiday cheer" for grown-ups (a little extra). There will also be brownies and blondies made with flour from RISE Products, one of the upcycling organizations featured in our NYC Trash! exhibition.

Admission is a suggested $5 per adult. Free for kids 12 & under.

Link to Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1621528824576549/

Our Pick for Best Safety Masks

At Crest Hardware, we believe that safety should always be the main priority when working on home repairs and DIY projects. A little planning and prep can go a long way to prevent injury and health issues down the line. 

That being said, our friends over at Soft Seal make one heck of a dust mask! 
Popular Science magazine just featured their N95 mask in the "Top Tech of 2017" issue:

It's always great to see the products we carry making a big impact in their industries. Soft Seal N95 masks are thoroughly tested and pass the highest quality standards for particle filtration masks. 

• Medical grade silicone seal that moves with your face and mouth to maintain the seal even when you are speaking.  The seal also provides added comfort while wearing.
• Internal skeleton design that prevents mask collapse while breathing and keeps the mask from touching the face in the N95 and Cup-style Filter Mask.
• Both Cup and V-Fold Styles of Premium Filter Masks have the CoolTech™ Valve, lowering mask temperature, moisture and exhalation resistance.

Learn more about Soft Seal products at: www.softsealmask.com

Terrariums in the house!

...greenhouse that is! 

All kinds of round, cylindrical and geometric shaped houses for your plants!

We carry a large selection from Syndicate Home & Garden including glass vases, cloches and hanging terrariums.

Bubble Ball

Glass Cloche

Round Hanging Terrariums

Geometric Hanging Terrariums

Our greenhouse is stocked up all year long, so come down and check out our current selection!

Best Plant Shops in Williamsburg, Brooklyn!

A big thank you to Homestead Brooklyn for featuring Crest Hardware as one of the Best Plant Shops in Williamsburg, Brooklyn! 

It was a pleasure meeting and talking with Summer Rayne Oakes & Kippee, the Rhode Island Red!
Check out the Video Below!

One of the main questions I get from out-of-towners (aside from "Can I come tour your home?"*) is "Where do you shop for plants?" Luckily, my neighborhood in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is TEEMING with some of the best plant shops in NYC. See what sets each apart from one another.

Edible Brooklyn Talks Food & Family w/ Joe From Crest Hardware

So grateful to Leah Kirts for penning such a wonderful article in EdibleBrooklyn not long after the passing of Manny. You were able to take all of the emotional highs, lows, anecdotes, laughs and ugly cries and weave them into one unbelievably beautiful story. One that showcased the remarkable influence that food can have on building a relationship with loved ones & community and the power it holds in preserving memories that will live on forever. Thank you. 

Read the full article here: www.EdibleBrooklyn.com

It's Tote Time!

Our new Fall 2017 tote bags have arrived!

This year our totes feature our beloved mascot "The Key Guy" in a natural canvas tote, and our "Classic Tools" design in a Royal Blue tote.

They're available while supplies last... Grab them in-store and on our Webstore!

Classic Tools Tote Bag

Key Guy Tote Bag

Halloween is Right Around The Corner!

It's the beginning of Fall and we are fully stocked with our seasonal selection of Pumpkins, Gourds, Cornstalks, Hay Bales and of course, Halloween decorations!

We offer a mix of 'Octobery' goodness: Turn your home into a festive fall wonderland, or get spooky with skull lights and ghostly decor.

We have all kinds of pumpkins to suit your style... Traditional Pumpkins, Sugar Pumpkins, Baby Boos and a bunch of interesting looking specialty pumpkins ranging in size and color!

Handmade Organic Compost in Brooklyn!

In the spirit of nurturing our community's growing interest in environmental awareness, including organic waste disposal, we would like to introduce our friends over at BK Rot! 

BK Rot makes handmade compost from organic waste collected from their home pick-up members, small businesses, farmer's markets, community organizations and local caterers. Their compost is chopped down and mixed with wood chips from a local tree company and clean sawdust from friendly wood shops. 

We are currently carrying their bagged organic compost, which is perfect for growing vegetables, herbs and also for jump-starting soil remediation of backyards and toxic landscapes.

BK ROT is a community based year-round composting service. They employ young adults from the community at living wages to collect organic waste from businesses, organizations, and households by bike. The material is processed at their site, Know Waste Lands, in Bushwick, Brooklyn. 

To learn more about BK Rot, you can check out their website: www.BKRot.org

Crest Hardware Featured on Passerbuys!

This past week we were visited by our friends at Passerbuys! 

Passerbuys is a shoppable lifestyle blog woven together by the lifestyles of diverse and inspiring women, the 'Passerguides', which include their recommendations on shopping, fashion, and interesting places to check out.

Crest Hardware was recommended by a few inspiring ladies in the NYC area, so Passerbuys decided to swing by and check out what all the fuss was about! 

You can check out the full feature HERE!

Photos courtesy of Passerbuys.com