The term Brooklyn-based handicrafts etailer is referring to the online marketplace Etsy. Etsy is an ecommerce website that specializes in handmade and vintage items, as well as art and craft supplies. It was founded in 2005 in Brooklyn, New York and has since grown to become a global marketplace with over 60 million users. Etsy provides a platform for independent sellers to showcase their products and services to buyers around the world.