ARTISAN AFFAIRE
FAQ
Q: Can we forward this to others or are you only inviting?
A: Absolutely. The more the merrier. If you know someone who has a unique or quality craft, please forward on the information to them. Even if it is after the deadline, that way if they would like to sign the guestbook and be invited to our next event, they will not miss out.
Q: I was reviewing this application and noticed that it says the registration fees are non-refundable. Does that mean if I'm not chosen I lose my money? Or does it mean if I don't show up (would never happen!) on that day I'd lose my money?
A: It means that if you decide to not show up there will be no refund. If you are not chosen then you will be refunded completely.
Q: A friend of mine read this and said she would have to donate 10% of her proceeds. I see the statement in the application that says:you are going to donate 10% of the raffle items to Cancer research but I didn't take that as we all were donating 10% of our sales to this cause. Could you please clarify this for me?
A: Absolutely, the money from the raffle tickets sold is the money we are donating for Cancer research. Everything you make in the boutique is yours. I do not believe in taking a percentage of a vendor’s income, and never will. As a vendor myself, I feel that paying for ones' booth/table space is more than enough to compensate the event coordinator.
Q: I am wondering if you can clarify the 6' table space vs. 10x10 booth. Does the booth have a cover around it and the table space is open and has only one table?
A: To answer your questions the booth itself does not have a cover as the venue itself is inside. However it will cover the same footage that a traditional 10'x10' normally does. As for the 6' table space it is space for the one 6’table, 2 chairs and some room behind your area to maneuver, perhaps set up a smaller side table.
Q: This is my first show, what should I bring?
A: A lot. there are basics such as business cards receipt books, pens, money, etc. I will suggest an amazing list of 160 thingsto bring to a show, that pretty much covers everything. An excellent list for the beginner or even the seasoned Crafter.
Q: How many years have you been doing this show and what has been the past turn out?
A:This is our first event. I am a vendor much like you that created Artisan Affaire out of need. After talking with several vendors, I decided to create Artisan Affaire. However I am not flying blind by any means. Sara Terpstra of MOPS, who ran the annual craft faire for several years, has been an excellent compass through the ins and outs.
With Sara’s knowledge in the field combined with my 6 years of experience as a licensed Funeral Director; coordinating services and memorials we are confidant that not only will the Artisan Affaire & Holiday Boutique be a success in the public eye, but also that the vendors themselves will be quite pleased.
Q: I was wondering since you have visited my website do I still need to provide pictures with my application?
A: Absolutely not. Any image, either in physical form i.e. mailed with the application will be accepted. Images sent as an attachment via email, or website count also as valid for being Juried. We do ask that you send descriptions and prices, along with the images.