art+craft markets

Update: Applications are CLOSED

Update: Applications are CLOSED

Update: Applications are now closed!
It's time to apply for our 2024 Spring Art + Craft Market! Don't wait too long - applications are only open for two weeks and will close at the end of the day (midnight) on February 15th. Have questions? Check out the FAQs page and you will find most of what you need to know there. Once you've read through all the FAQs you'll find a link to the application! We also recommend that you check out our list of handy application tips before applying. Once you've read through all the FAQs you'll find a link to the application!

We'll have about 200 booths of handmade goods and art at the Oregon Convention Center the first weekend in May, just in time for Mother's Day and Spring / Summer birthday + wedding gift giving!

Crafty Wonderland Spring Art + Craft Market
Pre-Show Ticketed Shopping Event

Friday, May 3rd 5:00-9:00pm

Timed Entry Ticketed General Admission
Saturday, May 4th
11:00am - 5:00pm

at the Oregon Convention Center
Exhibit Hall A
777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd in Portland, OR


PLEASE NOTE: Participation in the Friday night ticketed shopping party is mandatory for all vendors! People can buy tickets in order to shop early for first pick of your goods and without the huge crowds. It's going to be AWESOME! This means that ALL VENDORS will be REQUIRED to load in and set their booth up completely between 9am and 3pm on Friday, May 3rd and to have their booths open that evening during the event from 5-9pm. Please make note of this and arrange your schedule accordingly. Again, this is REQUIRED and is the ONLY time slot where vendors can load in.

Click here to proceed to the FAQs page
Please read through it and then find a link to the application at the bottom of the page!

Our Second Holiday 2023 Gift Guide!

Welcome to the second of our 2023 Holiday Gift Guides! We have put together another fabulous assortment of handmade goods to highlight a small sampling of what you will find at our upcoming Holiday Art + Craft Market. Simply click on the photo to go directly to the item or click the business name to browse their entire website! Happy Shopping and thanks for supporting local artists!


You can find these items and much more in person at 
The Crafty Wonderland Holiday Art + Craft Market
December 8th, 9th + 10th
at the Oregon Convention Center
Details, Full Vendor List + Buy Tickets Here!


A Stone's
Throw

Rainy
Moon Kites
$62


Ten2
Midnight

Wave
Suncatcher
$90


Love to
Love You

Patchwork
Tee
$94


K.  Fry
Draws

Hibernation
Rug
$300


20 Leagues
Octopus
Ornament
$12


Piper's
Crochet

Crocheted
Plant
$28


Chip's
Toys

Catnip
Toy
$10


Bird of
Virtue

Freja
Earrings
$55


Berkley
Illus
.
2024
Calendar
$20


20 Leagues
Wind Up
Diorama
$27


Cecret Soap
Unicorn
Bath Buddy
$12


Hot Mama Salsa
Hot Sauce
Gift Pack
$35

Our First Holiday 2023 Gift Guide!

Welcome to the first of our 2023 Holiday Gift Guides! We have put together this fabulous assortment of handmade goods to highlight a small sampling of what you will find at our upcoming Holiday Art + Craft Market. Simply click on the photo to go directly to the item or click the business name to browse their entire website! Happy Shopping and thanks for supporting local artists!


You can find these items and much more in person at 
The Crafty Wonderland Holiday Art + Craft Market
December 8th, 9th + 10th
at the Oregon Convention Center
Details, Full Vendor List + Buy Tickets Here!


Little Gold Fox
Wood
Bookmark Set
$24


20 Leagues
Fancy
Plants Diorama
$15


Westland Press
Piece Be With
You
$6


Autumn Higgins
Birds Mug
$65


A Stone's Throw
Erica's Apatite
$75


Cecret Soap Co.
PNW Vegan Soap
$10


K. Fry Draws
Tufted Pillow
$80


Paloma Danger
Natural Scrub Set
$45


Hustle Home Decor
Moon Sun Catcher
$60


Cecret Soap Co.
Fire + Blood Parfum
$30


A Stone's Throw
It's A Wrap
$72


Dry Canyon Salt Co.
Wine Salt Trio
$45

Let's Do This!

Our big Holiday Art + Craft Market is just about 6 weeks away and we are so excited to be back at the Convention Center with a fresh batch of fabulous artists! We have new show graphics ready and would love your help spreading the word to your friends, neighbors + social media followers!

Be sure to check out the Facebook event for details including info. about our Covid Policy and our timed ticketed admission plan! We will be adding event updates there so stay tuned for more exciting additions! If you want to start planning your visit you can peruse the vendor list now!

Below are some handy web graphics for you to use to spread the word online!

Printed posters + postcards will be available to pick up at our retail shops in the coming weeks so stay tuned for updates on when those will be ready.

Thanks for your support and see you on December 8th, 9th + 10th!

As usual, the amazing artwork used on our posters is done by Ryan Berkley of Berkley Illustration.


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Instagram Portrait

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We're Hiring! Join our Retail Team!

We're Hiring! Join our Retail Team!

UPDATE: The position has been filled!

Crafty Wonderland is a woman owned and operated business with two retail stores in Portland - one Downtown and one on NE Alberta St. We feature handmade goods from over 200 local artists.

We are looking to add a fabulous sales associate to our team at our Alberta St. shop, effective immediately! The position is for approximately 18-32 hours a week. You MUST be available to work weekends, no exceptions. 

If you are interested in applying, please read the details below and email the following to craftywonderland[at]yahoo.com:

  1. A cover letter detailing why you are a good fit for our team

  2. A current resume

  3. A list of 3 references


You may also drop off printed copies at our retail store during business hours, but please do not call with any inquiries! 


The ideal candidate:

  • Has a minimum of 2 years experience working retail

  • Provides excellent customer service

  • Is comfortable answering questions and dealing with a diverse range of people

  • Is a quick learner and asks for clarification if needed

  • Has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask with accuracy

  • Is friendly, personable, upbeat and can work as a part of a team

  • Is comfortable working with various Point of Sale Systems (we use Quickbooks POS and Ricochet)

  • Is able to execute loss prevention protocol

  • Is punctual, reliable, and respectful

  • Has an interest in handmade goods and art!


Other Requirements:

Any potential applicant MUST be able to work weekends, as well as having the ability to be flexible with their schedule to cover other shifts.

No additional time off is granted between Black Friday and Christmas.

Tasks for a Retail Sales Associate include but are not limited to:

  • Assisting Customers

  • Operating the cash register

  • Opening and closing the shop

  • Keeping the store tidy with light cleaning and straightening

  • Restocking sold merchandise

  • Merchandising throughout the shop

  • Helping with social media as needed

This position would be responsible for the general upkeep of the shop on a day to day basis. During your shifts, you would be expected to engage and help customers, process their transactions, and restock goods that have sold throughout the day. You will also be interacting with our vendors on a day to day basis, so maintaining a professional and friendly attitude is a must!


Benefits:
Starting pay is $16/hour.
We offer employer paid health insurance (for those working 24+ hours a week), an employee discount in our shops, paid sick time and some paid holidays.