Crafty Wonderland
Super Colossal Holiday Sale - 2008!
Featuring art and handmade goods from over 125 amazing vendors!!
Sunday, December 14th
from 11am-7pm
at The Oregon Convention Center - Exhibit Hall E
777 NE MLK Jr. Blvd.
Portland, OR 97232
Download Holiday Sale banners for your website or blog here.
FAQs:
Why the heck are you having Crafty Wonderland at The Convention Center?
Well, anyone who attended or sold at last year’s holiday sale at Norse Hall experienced the insane crowds that wrapped around the block all day long! We reached capacity within 15 minutes of opening the doors and had to limit the number of people that came in – and did so for the entire show.
Based on feedback from both shoppers and vendors we decided that it was important for us to move to a much larger venue that could accommodate larger crowds as well as larger booth sizes. The Convention Center was the only place that was centrally located and offered the kind of space we needed. We know that it doesn’t have the charm of a venue like the Norse Hall – but we really feel that we can put our amazing assortment of vendors in any space and create a special event.
The way we look at it, it’s a pretty amazing day for the Portland craft community when the demand for handmade goods is so high that it requires us to move our event to the Convention Center! We guarantee that this is going to be a fantastic event that will be bigger and better than any sale in Crafty Wonderland history!
What are the criteria for becoming a vendor at Crafty Wonderland’s holiday sale?
The items represented for sale must be handmade or hand-altered by you. No mass-produced or imported goods will be allowed. We accept all types of art and handmade crafts. We suggest that you attend one of the monthly shows to see if your work is a good fit for our event - we definitely have a certain asthetic that we are looking for.
How do I become a vendor for the super colossal holiday sale?
Sorry, but the application period for the Holiday Sale has ended.
When are the applications due?
September 19th
How big are the booth spaces?
What are the booth fees?
There are two booth sizes available.
5' x 10' for $125
10' x 10' for $200
DO NOT send your full booth fee with your application. We will request it after you are accepted. You only need to send the non-refundable $10 application fee with your completed application.
What happens if I AM accepted?
You will receive a notification via email by October 17th and will need to send your booth payment by October 31st. More information about the specifics of the show will follow.
What happens if I'm NOT accepted?
You will be notified by email by October 17th. Please note that the $10 application fee is non-refundable.
Can I cancel my application or booth reservation at any time?
Please only apply if you are sure you can participate on December 14th. You may cancel your reservation up until October 31st. At that time your booth fee will only be refunded if we are able to fill your spot from our waiting list. Booth fees are non-refundable after November 15th.
Can I share a booth with another vendor(s)?
Yes, you may share a booth; however, all parties interested in sharing the space must submit one application together. You can have multiple artists represented in one booth, but each artist’s work must be on your application.
Do you provide any tables and chairs?
No, we will not be providing tables and chairs. Vendors will need to bring their own.
Is there access to electrical outlets?
Electricity is available but The Convention Center charges a $79 fee for each electrical outlet to be hooked up. Vendors will be responsible for that fee in addition to their booth fee and will need to mark the option on the application to do so.
Will there be any special promotions or swag bags?
Yes! We'll be handing out 200 swag bags to the first visitors through the doors. All vendors are encouraged to donate to the swag bags, but it is not a requirement. You can donate as much or as little as you like. This is a great way to get your products in front of eager shoppers and potential customers! Promotional material (such as business cards and postcards) will not be included in the bags unless packaged with or attached to your swag. Some ideas of things that make great giveaways: small inexpensive handmade items that represent your line, product samples, patches, one inch buttons, stickers, temporary tattoos, magnets, whatever you can think of ... there are tons of possibilities!
We'll also be creating an event program to hand out at the door. It will be a cute little booklet with a map of the vendors, interviews, crafty surprises, and advertising. For ad rates and sizes please email us at craftywonderland@yahoo.com
Do you need volunteers?
YES! With our upgrade to the larger venue we are going to need a team of volunteers to help us on the day of the event. If you or someone you know is interested in being part of this fabulous event, email us at craftywonderland@yahoo.com for more information. Volunteers will be rewarded with crafty goodies galore!
