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ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA
This is an on-line application where we're looking to curate a market
showcasing a diverse collection of handmade designs from
artisans, visual artists, makers and creative shakers
who push the boundaries to create that "WOW!" factor in all artistic mediums.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY prior to completing the online application!
Any questions? Reach out to us before submitting your app.
(Incomplete applications will not be curated)
ELIGIBILITY:
All items offered for sale must be created and designed by YOU, the artisan, visual artist, craftsperson or small cottage industry business.
We do not accept applications with products derived from kit work, MLM/third party, products imported/manufactured overseas, wholesale or commercially purchased products for resale or items that are in direct conflict with copyright infringement. Artisan must be of legal age.
SELECTION:
APPLICATIONS ARE JURIED and CURATED based on the originality, quality and craftsmanship of the products you intend to sell.
Applicants whose main focus is on one product category may receive preference over applicants having multiple product lines.
Limits are imposed in categories to make for a varied and diverse shopping experience and to ensure each artisan has a captive audience.
Incomplete applications will not be curated. Be sure to submit the necessary information and photos required for this purpose.
YOUR BRAND & PRODUCT STATEMENT:
Tell us about your brand! Tell us about your PRODUCT RELEVANCE!
What makes your product interesting? How does it stand out from the rest? Does it meet a specific need? Why customers need your product? Do products align with current market trends? We require a fresh and current bio focusing on your brand's product statement!!!
Pack as much punch as you can into about 200 words (1 to 2 sentences max) ... we use this when promoting you on the social scene.
Remember ... customers want to know about your product and why they need to purchase it!
PRODUCT LIST:
Select the product category and list the items you intend to sell at the show. If you produce multiple product lines in addition to your main product category, please let us know by listing the items. Bear in mind that we put a cap on categories and may only accept one of your product lines should it fill a void in the show.
PRODUCT IMAGES:
FOCUS ON YOUR PHOTOS! YOUR PHOTOS ARE YOUR STOREFRONT!
WE NEED TO SEE PHOTOS OF YOUR CURRENT DESIGNS! YOUR BEST SHOTS!
The photos you submit must show a good representation of the product you intend to sell at the show and must be clear, crisp and in focus.
Be creative! Do your photos use a consistent background without obstructions? Close-up images of your product is preferred!
- - - > CLICK HERE for tips on how to take great photos and what we're looking for! < - - -
DISPLAY IMAGE & PRESENTATION:
You must submit a display photo that will reflect the display space! Don't send an outdoor image for an indoor single space!
Your display is your calling card. Is your display creative? Does it stand out and draw customers in? The professionalism and aesthetic of your display set-up is a consideration in our applicant selection and the display image submitted helps us to determine placement if accepted into the show.
PHOTO SUBMISSIONS:
To curate your application, we require: 4 IMAGES OF YOUR WORK and 1 IMAGE OF YOUR DISPLAY SET-UP
representing the CURRENT RANGE OF PRODUCTS you intend to sell. Submit high resolution photos only! NO THUMBNAIL photos!
PNG or JPG format (not smaller than 1500 pixels and not larger than 4000 pixels in dimension).
Name each photo as to what it is (e.g., druzy necklace.jpg, soy candle.png, maple charcuterie board.jpg, etc) and then upload to the app.
NOTE: the maximum file size (per image) is 20MB - anything over this size will not download when you click to submit your application to us. (Refer to special notes on the application page.)
SOCIAL MEDIA AND PROMOTION:
The Mother of all Craft Shows extensively promotes the event and artisans involved in the show via advertising, marketing and social media campaigns. It is necessary for all applicants to have at least one social media account (Facebook or Instagram) for self- and cross-promotion of the event.
Accepted artisans commit to actively promote the show by regularly sharing The Mother of all Craft Shows social media posts and promotional art files within their own creative communities (on Facebook, Instagram, Event Pages, etc.) to help raise greater public awareness and that of their attendance in the show.
EXHIBIT SPACE & FEES:
DISPLAY SPACE - $95.00 inclusive
Artisans will have ONE equal size SINGLE SPACE with a maximum overall footprint of 6ft wide x 5ft deep to showcase in - either:
Option 1: to display ON TOP of a 6ft wide x 3ft deep TABLE with 2ft depth to accommodate a chair, or,
Option 2: to display WITHIN a 6ft wide x 5ft deep DISPLAY SPACE with free-standing display props in a U-shape, L-shape or Straight format
Exhibit fee is for space rental only and does not include table or display props.
Artisans to bring their OWN TABLE and DISPLAY set-up including table and/or grid/racks, skirting, lighting, extension cords, etc.
Two chairs will be provided per space. Artisan (or approved colleague) to be in attendance the day of the show.
Display set-up will take place the day before the show. Shared spaces are not allowed.
IMPORTANT:
Participated in our shows before? We (and customers!) want to see NEW products, NEW photos and a bio that will focus on YOUR Product!
Only complete applications will be considered and must include: 4 NEW product images AND your DISPLAY SET-UP even if you have participated in a past event.
We curate each artisan event as a NEW SHOW based on the applications and product categories received. Previous participation in our WeCreate artisan events (The Mother of all Craft Shows, Mistletoe Magic, etc.) does not guarantee or imply acceptance into the current show. Please send all info by the submission deadline to be included in the current curation process.
WHAT HAPPENS IF ACCEPTED:
Accepted applicants will receive The Mother of all Craft Shows' Show Contract with show conditions and policies by Monday, February 6, 2023.
Please complete and return promptly to [email protected] with your e-transfer payment by MONDAY, February 17th, in order to secure your space. Failure to submit the show fee by February 17th will result in loss of space with space given to the next available artisan on the wait list.
Accepted artisans are responsible for applicable permits, product labels, health and safety designations, sales and tax collection, liability and property insurance, etc.
Food Vendors - please note: if accepted, you will be required to complete and submit the Special Event Food Vendor Notification Form to the
Hastings Prince Edward Public Health Unit in advance of the show to ensure that your product complies with local health and safety regulations at https://www.hpepublichealth.ca/special-events.
Artisans are required to submit a raffle prize item to help raise funds for the show's charity partner in accordance with show guidelines.
All items offered for sale must be created and designed by YOU, the artisan, visual artist, craftsperson or small cottage industry business.
We do not accept applications with products derived from kit work, MLM/third party, products imported/manufactured overseas, wholesale or commercially purchased products for resale or items that are in direct conflict with copyright infringement. Artisan must be of legal age.
SELECTION:
APPLICATIONS ARE JURIED and CURATED based on the originality, quality and craftsmanship of the products you intend to sell.
Applicants whose main focus is on one product category may receive preference over applicants having multiple product lines.
Limits are imposed in categories to make for a varied and diverse shopping experience and to ensure each artisan has a captive audience.
Incomplete applications will not be curated. Be sure to submit the necessary information and photos required for this purpose.
YOUR BRAND & PRODUCT STATEMENT:
Tell us about your brand! Tell us about your PRODUCT RELEVANCE!
What makes your product interesting? How does it stand out from the rest? Does it meet a specific need? Why customers need your product? Do products align with current market trends? We require a fresh and current bio focusing on your brand's product statement!!!
Pack as much punch as you can into about 200 words (1 to 2 sentences max) ... we use this when promoting you on the social scene.
Remember ... customers want to know about your product and why they need to purchase it!
PRODUCT LIST:
Select the product category and list the items you intend to sell at the show. If you produce multiple product lines in addition to your main product category, please let us know by listing the items. Bear in mind that we put a cap on categories and may only accept one of your product lines should it fill a void in the show.
PRODUCT IMAGES:
FOCUS ON YOUR PHOTOS! YOUR PHOTOS ARE YOUR STOREFRONT!
WE NEED TO SEE PHOTOS OF YOUR CURRENT DESIGNS! YOUR BEST SHOTS!
The photos you submit must show a good representation of the product you intend to sell at the show and must be clear, crisp and in focus.
Be creative! Do your photos use a consistent background without obstructions? Close-up images of your product is preferred!
- - - > CLICK HERE for tips on how to take great photos and what we're looking for! < - - -
DISPLAY IMAGE & PRESENTATION:
You must submit a display photo that will reflect the display space! Don't send an outdoor image for an indoor single space!
Your display is your calling card. Is your display creative? Does it stand out and draw customers in? The professionalism and aesthetic of your display set-up is a consideration in our applicant selection and the display image submitted helps us to determine placement if accepted into the show.
PHOTO SUBMISSIONS:
To curate your application, we require: 4 IMAGES OF YOUR WORK and 1 IMAGE OF YOUR DISPLAY SET-UP
representing the CURRENT RANGE OF PRODUCTS you intend to sell. Submit high resolution photos only! NO THUMBNAIL photos!
PNG or JPG format (not smaller than 1500 pixels and not larger than 4000 pixels in dimension).
Name each photo as to what it is (e.g., druzy necklace.jpg, soy candle.png, maple charcuterie board.jpg, etc) and then upload to the app.
NOTE: the maximum file size (per image) is 20MB - anything over this size will not download when you click to submit your application to us. (Refer to special notes on the application page.)
SOCIAL MEDIA AND PROMOTION:
The Mother of all Craft Shows extensively promotes the event and artisans involved in the show via advertising, marketing and social media campaigns. It is necessary for all applicants to have at least one social media account (Facebook or Instagram) for self- and cross-promotion of the event.
Accepted artisans commit to actively promote the show by regularly sharing The Mother of all Craft Shows social media posts and promotional art files within their own creative communities (on Facebook, Instagram, Event Pages, etc.) to help raise greater public awareness and that of their attendance in the show.
EXHIBIT SPACE & FEES:
DISPLAY SPACE - $95.00 inclusive
Artisans will have ONE equal size SINGLE SPACE with a maximum overall footprint of 6ft wide x 5ft deep to showcase in - either:
Option 1: to display ON TOP of a 6ft wide x 3ft deep TABLE with 2ft depth to accommodate a chair, or,
Option 2: to display WITHIN a 6ft wide x 5ft deep DISPLAY SPACE with free-standing display props in a U-shape, L-shape or Straight format
Exhibit fee is for space rental only and does not include table or display props.
Artisans to bring their OWN TABLE and DISPLAY set-up including table and/or grid/racks, skirting, lighting, extension cords, etc.
Two chairs will be provided per space. Artisan (or approved colleague) to be in attendance the day of the show.
Display set-up will take place the day before the show. Shared spaces are not allowed.
IMPORTANT:
Participated in our shows before? We (and customers!) want to see NEW products, NEW photos and a bio that will focus on YOUR Product!
Only complete applications will be considered and must include: 4 NEW product images AND your DISPLAY SET-UP even if you have participated in a past event.
We curate each artisan event as a NEW SHOW based on the applications and product categories received. Previous participation in our WeCreate artisan events (The Mother of all Craft Shows, Mistletoe Magic, etc.) does not guarantee or imply acceptance into the current show. Please send all info by the submission deadline to be included in the current curation process.
WHAT HAPPENS IF ACCEPTED:
Accepted applicants will receive The Mother of all Craft Shows' Show Contract with show conditions and policies by Monday, February 6, 2023.
Please complete and return promptly to [email protected] with your e-transfer payment by MONDAY, February 17th, in order to secure your space. Failure to submit the show fee by February 17th will result in loss of space with space given to the next available artisan on the wait list.
Accepted artisans are responsible for applicable permits, product labels, health and safety designations, sales and tax collection, liability and property insurance, etc.
Food Vendors - please note: if accepted, you will be required to complete and submit the Special Event Food Vendor Notification Form to the
Hastings Prince Edward Public Health Unit in advance of the show to ensure that your product complies with local health and safety regulations at https://www.hpepublichealth.ca/special-events.
Artisans are required to submit a raffle prize item to help raise funds for the show's charity partner in accordance with show guidelines.
Note: Once you have completed the application ---> PLEASE BE PATIENT! ---> only CLICK THE SUBMIT BUTTON ONCE!!
It will appear as if the screen is doing nothing, but it is! and will take some time to download to us.
When done, a confirmation page will pop-up on your screen saying your application has been received -- Print this for your files!
It will appear as if the screen is doing nothing, but it is! and will take some time to download to us.
When done, a confirmation page will pop-up on your screen saying your application has been received -- Print this for your files!