Call for Vendors - Winter Wonders Handmade Market

flock and gather craft collective is currently accepting applications for the Winter Wonders Handmade Market 2017.  

When and where is the market?
St. Joseph's Parish Hall, 1006 Broadway Ave., Saskatoon SK
Friday December 1 (4:30pm – 9:30pm) and Saturday December 2 (10:00am – 5:00pm)

Jury Process
The markets are juried to help ensure that there is a good mix of products and vendors, both new and returning, local and regional. We aim to keep each show unique and fresh. Each application is reviewed for craftsmanship, creativity, originality, type of craft, and product fit. For a detailed description of the jurying process please see the FAQ’s on the blog. Please note that all work must be original and handmade by the artist – kits, importers, or resellers are not acceptable.

How much will it cost me and what do I get?
8' table (8' wide by approximately 4' deep space) - $125
6' table with room for a rack (8' wide by approximately 4' deep space) - $125
4' table (4' wide by approximately 4' deep space) - $75
Kitchen space on Friday - $125

Kitchen space on Saturday - $150

Space for beverage cart (8’ wide by approximately 4’ deep space), cart to be provided by vendor - $125

The maximum height for display features (either on your table or standing) is 7’ if you are located along the outer walls, otherwise the maximum height is 5’6”. Use of the walls behind your space is not permitted. Table and chairs are provided. If you have display items that need special consideration for placement in the hall (for example: a display rack that stands behind your table), you must advise us well in advance of the show. There is no access to wifi or electricity at the tables. The hall has an abundance of windows and natural light. Lighting is not an issue in the hall. We encourage everyone who applies to consider how much space that they will need. If you can rearrange your display or  make due with less space please think about applying for a smaller table. We turn away so many amazing vendors every show. We want to ensure we get as many of you in as possible!

How can I apply to be a Vendor?

Step 1: Follow the link to the online application form, fill out the form, and hit submit.

Step 2: Email 4-6 photos of your work to helloflockandgather@gmail.com. For this email use the subject line “Winter Wonders - Your Business Name”.  Please send images as reasonable sized JPEG files and please name your photos “Business Name 1”, “Business Name 2”, etc. ***You must send photos for your application to be considered complete. You will receive a confirmation email once your application form AND photos have been received.***

When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is September 19, although we encourage you to apply early.

When can I expect to find out about my application?
All applications will be reviewed and applicants will be notified of their status via email by October 2.

What happens if I am unable to attend?

If for some reason you are unable to attend please notify us as soon as possible. Cancellations prior to November 1 will receive a full refund. After this date, table fees will only be refunded at the discretion of the flock and gather.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us and we will be more than happy to help.

flock and gather craft collective
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vendor profile: Natalie Gerber

STATEMENT

As an artist, designer and maker I am inspired to create functional design for everyday living. While craftsmanship is important to my creative process, so too is function. I combine my love for illustration, surface design, clean lines and hand-printed fabrics with conscious material choices and in-studio practices. 



My South African background influences my aesthetic, while inspiration is drawn from styles that include Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern design. From detailed sketches to mark making and loose line drawings, I explore the above within my work and transfer the imagery onto textiles through silkscreen printing. 



While my studio focus is on boutique textile printing I am further motivated by interdisciplinary and cross-cultural collaborations. Creative alliances provide opportunities for knowledge sharing that I believe contribute to rounding out my experience as an artist and designer. 



This ethos has extended into my studio practice through special projects with a social responsibility - most recently collaborating with a group of artists to develop imagery for print in the township of KwaDabeka. Located outside of my hometown of Durban, KwaZulu Natal in South Africa. This fair trade opportunity has inspired me to further explore community initiatives that support sustainable futures.

BIO
NATALIE GERBER began her studies in 1995 at The Natal Technikon, in the Fashion Design program, Durban (South Africa). After immigrating to Canada her interests in textiles and design developed while studying classical tailoring and couture design under Calgary designer Mithè de Fontenay. Enrolling at the Alberta College of Art & Design, Natalie earned a BFA Degree (with Distinction) in Fibre/Textiles in 2003, and later in 2007, a post-graduate Certificate in Creative Pattern Cutting for the Fashion Industry, from the London College of Fashion in London (England).

Natalie currently maintains a full time studio practice in Calgary and is represented in boutiques and galleries across Canada.

WEB: www.nataliegerber.ca
INSTAGRAM: natalie_gerber
TWITTER: natalie_gerber
FACEBOOK: Natalie Gerber

vendor profile: The Maker of it All

Stephanie Canning is a graduate from the University of Saskatchewan, where she studied printmaking and sculpture. She creates sewn accessories, home decor, and soft sculptures from colourful cotton fabrics and wool felt. In addition to creating her "Maker of it All" line, Stephanie works part-time at the Saskatchewan Craft Council as an Exhibitions and Education Coordinator. She finds great inspiration in Saskatchewan's growing craft community, and hopes that her handmade and one-of-a-kind works can bring a little bit of enjoyment to someone's day.

Stephabeee.blogspot.ca

Spring Market Vendor Profile: In Gaia's Garden

 

Retro feel, modern appeal, with natures ideals is the motto of In Gaia's Garden. I am very new to craft shows but have been creating unique gifts, treasures and keepsakes my whole life. I feel that the best tools for crafting have been giving to me by Gaia herself. Nature has so much to offer in shapes, sizes, and textures the possibilities are endless, making most of my crafts one of a kind. I like to work with retro colour palettes,but use modern ideas in shape and saturation of them. Mixing old and new always creates unique looks.

Stroll through my garden on ETSY, to see all the different gifts i do. There are always new ideas blooming.

www.etsy.com/shop/InGaiasGarden

Winter Wonders Artisan Profile: Crystal Klassen

 

I make small, affordable pieces of art that are mounted onto wood blocks for easy display and hanging- no need for framing. This year I've started to make what I call Insta-Blocs: photos I've shared via Instagram that I've chosen specially for sale based mostly on the response each photo received online. 

 

 

I've also branched further into home decor this year, creating 'art pillows'. I've been sewing since I was 13, and most of the sewing I've done has been based on necessity. But as we know, creativity is the daughter of necessity... so I thought this might be a practical application for my more tactile artistic pursuits. Each pillow is handcrafted out of repurposed fabric, incorporating different fabrics into the same design for a modern quilted effect. They are made as removable pre-shrunk pillow covers for easy cleaning.

crystalklassen.com