I've seen several references to watching craftspeople/artisans at their work in the Oltrarno in Rick's books/blog and on this forum. Sounds like a great experience. Any suggestions about what streets/shops to visit in order to do this? I would like to string several of these together into a walk. Thank you very much for any suggestions. We will be on our own, not on a tour.
P.S. This is the best I've been able to find thus far: from the Walks Of Italy website: The whole area around the Piazza di Santo Spirito still thrums with artisanal traditions. Some of our favorites: La Carta di Omero (bookbinding and handmade marbled paper), Filippini e Paoletti (mosaics handcrafted from Murano glass), Mara Broccardi (handmade and bespoke ladies’ shoes), and Ugo Bellini (handmade jewellery). Peek in even if you’re not planning to buy—there’s nothing like watching the artisans at work.