Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When and where is the Handmade Harvest Craft Show being held?
A. Handmade Harvest likes to move around. All the details pertaining to our current shows can be found under Upcoming Shows.
Q. How many exhibiting crafters will there be?
A. The number of crafters we can accommodate depends entirely on our location. On average, we host between 35 and 60 vendors.
Q. I don't live in Almonte...or even Ottawa. Can I still apply to be in the show?
A. Absolutely! Handmade Harvest is open to anyone who lives in Canada, makes awesome stuff by hand and wants to be part of this fabulous event. This isn't your everyday craft show. We want original. We want funky. And sometimes you've simply got to leave town to get it.
Q. How do I become a crafter?
A. Simply submit our Vendor Application form and requirements before the due date.
Q. Can I mail in my application instead of emailing it?
A. To keep things consistent and to make it easy for our jurors to view all applications equally, we can only accept electronic applications and images.
Q. What does it mean the show is juried, and how do you make your decisions?
A. In order to keep this a top notch event, the show is juried. We review everyone’s complete application and then make our choices based on several factors:
- How your items fit in with our vision for Handmade Harvest
- The quality and uniqueness of your wares
- The overall cohesiveness and consistency of your work
- How your items are represented in your photos/website
- Our need to diversify the crafts available at Handmade Harvest as well as keep the craft show new and fresh
Q. Why is this event juried? And who are the jurors?
A. In a nutshell, quality control. We know what we like and we know what we don’t. We're also getting pretty good at knowing what our shoppers want. The jurors include Handmade Harvest founders Emily and Colleen as well as three other anonymous parties. And no, they are not our mothers.
Q. Will I see any crocheted toilet paper covers at Handmade Harvest?
A. No. No you will not.
Q. How much does it cost for a table?
A. The cost per exhibitor changes depending on the show (please see Vendor Application). In addition to the table fee, vendors are required to donate a handmade item for our raffle. The raffle is a tool we use to grow our mailing list and helps us greatly in reaching the broadest audience possible.
Interested vendors can also donate 50 (small) handmade items (optional) to be used in our swag bags as an advertising tool.
Q. What does the fee and the donated item(s) get me?
A. The fee covers your table, all advertising and promotional materials before, after and during the event.
Q. How many shoppers come to the show on average?
A. Our previous shows brought 1300+ shoppers with approximately $25K-$30K spent in the day. We encourage our vendors to be prepared for a crowd.
Q. Can I join with a friend?
A. Sure! The cost for a shared table is slightly more (see Vendor Application) and you will be upgraded to an 8ft table. We ask that you please help us stay organized by applying all together, and listing one person as a main contact.
Q. Can I apply for two booth spaces?
A. Unfortunately, because we continuously receive more applications than we can accommodate, we have to limit one table per exhibitor. However, feel free to let us know if you would like additional space and if it comes available it's all yours.
Q. When and how will I know if I’m accepted?
A. You’ll be notified by email on or before the date indicated in the Vendor Application whether or not you’ve been accepted into the show.
Q. If accepted, what does my booth fee cover?
A. Your booth fee includes a 6 foot table and one chair. If you wish to bring your own table please let us know at least one week prior to the event. Additional chairs are available free of charge.
Q. As a crafter, what am I responsible for bringing?
A. Table covering, display items, pricing signage, raffle item and (optional) 50 swag bag items.
A. Handmade Harvest likes to move around. All the details pertaining to our current shows can be found under Upcoming Shows.
Q. How many exhibiting crafters will there be?
A. The number of crafters we can accommodate depends entirely on our location. On average, we host between 35 and 60 vendors.
Q. I don't live in Almonte...or even Ottawa. Can I still apply to be in the show?
A. Absolutely! Handmade Harvest is open to anyone who lives in Canada, makes awesome stuff by hand and wants to be part of this fabulous event. This isn't your everyday craft show. We want original. We want funky. And sometimes you've simply got to leave town to get it.
Q. How do I become a crafter?
A. Simply submit our Vendor Application form and requirements before the due date.
Q. Can I mail in my application instead of emailing it?
A. To keep things consistent and to make it easy for our jurors to view all applications equally, we can only accept electronic applications and images.
Q. What does it mean the show is juried, and how do you make your decisions?
A. In order to keep this a top notch event, the show is juried. We review everyone’s complete application and then make our choices based on several factors:
- How your items fit in with our vision for Handmade Harvest
- The quality and uniqueness of your wares
- The overall cohesiveness and consistency of your work
- How your items are represented in your photos/website
- Our need to diversify the crafts available at Handmade Harvest as well as keep the craft show new and fresh
Q. Why is this event juried? And who are the jurors?
A. In a nutshell, quality control. We know what we like and we know what we don’t. We're also getting pretty good at knowing what our shoppers want. The jurors include Handmade Harvest founders Emily and Colleen as well as three other anonymous parties. And no, they are not our mothers.
Q. Will I see any crocheted toilet paper covers at Handmade Harvest?
A. No. No you will not.
Q. How much does it cost for a table?
A. The cost per exhibitor changes depending on the show (please see Vendor Application). In addition to the table fee, vendors are required to donate a handmade item for our raffle. The raffle is a tool we use to grow our mailing list and helps us greatly in reaching the broadest audience possible.
Interested vendors can also donate 50 (small) handmade items (optional) to be used in our swag bags as an advertising tool.
Q. What does the fee and the donated item(s) get me?
A. The fee covers your table, all advertising and promotional materials before, after and during the event.
Q. How many shoppers come to the show on average?
A. Our previous shows brought 1300+ shoppers with approximately $25K-$30K spent in the day. We encourage our vendors to be prepared for a crowd.
Q. Can I join with a friend?
A. Sure! The cost for a shared table is slightly more (see Vendor Application) and you will be upgraded to an 8ft table. We ask that you please help us stay organized by applying all together, and listing one person as a main contact.
Q. Can I apply for two booth spaces?
A. Unfortunately, because we continuously receive more applications than we can accommodate, we have to limit one table per exhibitor. However, feel free to let us know if you would like additional space and if it comes available it's all yours.
Q. When and how will I know if I’m accepted?
A. You’ll be notified by email on or before the date indicated in the Vendor Application whether or not you’ve been accepted into the show.
Q. If accepted, what does my booth fee cover?
A. Your booth fee includes a 6 foot table and one chair. If you wish to bring your own table please let us know at least one week prior to the event. Additional chairs are available free of charge.
Q. As a crafter, what am I responsible for bringing?
A. Table covering, display items, pricing signage, raffle item and (optional) 50 swag bag items.
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