About the MNC Handmade Holiday Market

What is the Spring Handmade Market?
The Makers North Spring Handmade Market is a curated event featuring a variety of high quality handmade goods focused on artists and makers from Northern Ontario. 

When does the market take place?
Saturday, May 3rd in the Southridge Mall, 1933 Regent Street, Sudbury. 10AM-4PM.

When do I set up?
Set up & relevant information is provided upon acceptance.

Is there parking available?
There is plenty of free parking available at the mall.  

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

How do I know if I my items would be suitable for the event?
The best way to figure out if your work would be a good fit is to check out our previous shows and vendors. Have a peek on our Facebook page and Instagram feed to get a feel for the type of vendors that normally participate; and the quality of images that we are looking for. 

We are looking to create a fun, beautiful and engaging market that highlights the work of talented Northern Ontario based makers. You must display and sell only the type of work or items approved on your application.

Makers North seeks out makers who are:

• of the highest quality

• fairly priced

• handmade

• creative and unique

We will give preference to makers from Northern Ontario; however we welcome applications from anywhere within Canada.

Note: we only accept handmade businesses (no MLMs) and we expect that you not only make but also DESIGN at least 85% of your goods. Buying SVGs/digital files and turning them into products isn't enough to be accepted into the our market unfortunately as we are seeing a trend where multiple makers are making the same items with minimal variation.

We also insist that you NOT wholesale items from online (TEMU, Shein, Etsy) etc then package them for resale under your brand. That is NOT handmade. We do understand that some supplies are wholesaled then used as a part of your business and product and that is acceptable however, the item should not be a wholesaled item with your branding applied. Thank you for your understanding!

Do you provide feedback for makers who are not accepted?

We currently do not have the capacity to provide individual feedback for all makers who have applied. If you have applied multiple times and been rejected we don’t mind if you reach out for some information and we’ll do our very best to respond. There is a really exciting plan in the works to bring this feature to life, so stay tuned via our newsletter & social media. Thank you for your patience!

FEES & SPACES

About the space:
You will need to bring your own table, chair, and display.

Our Spring markets have a bright, happy and exciting atmosphere. So less ‘jam-packed market with all of your wares on a 6’ table and more ‘Full-on decorated with style, booth-style room to walk around’ look.

WE WANT TO GIVE OUR COMMUNITY THE MOST CREATIVELY FUN, FREAKING-AWESOME DAY! A FEAST FOR THE EYES!

How much does it cost to be a vendor?
There are two options for prices & spaces: 

BOOTH OPTION - $120 + HST

• Approximately 8 x 8 space

TABLE OPTION - $100 + HST

• Approximately 6ft table size

Is electricity available?
Electrical outlets will be available at some spots, please request this on the application form (though we cannot guarantee this).

Is table sharing permitted?
No, we like things to look fresh and organized, one maker per table/booth.

Is there food available?
We suggest bringing snacks and beverages of your own however, there is a potential plan in place for lunch.

ADVERTISING & MARKETING

How are you advertising the event?
We promote our markets via listings, signage throughout Sudbury and beyond, press releases, look book, blog, social media, contests, website, print material, and more. 

By applying you give us the right to use your photos (with your name/shop name) to promote your work and the show on social media/online and using real old fashioned paper around town. 

Will you share materials with me to advertise the event?
Of course! We'll provide you with promotional material to use on social media etc. We'll also have postcards and posters printed, be sure to let us know if you'd like some of those to share. 

FAQS

• When is the deadline to apply for the market?
  Applications will close on FEBRUARY 28th at 9pm EST. Applicants will be notified of the results by MARCH 6th, 2025. All applicants will be notified whether or not you have been successful in your application.

• How do you decide who gets accepted into the market? What is the jurying process?
  Makers North strives to create events that highlight a variety of outstanding makers and their wares. We look at the type of craft, workmanship, creativity, originality, price and product fit. Please do not be discouraged or offended if you do not get accepted. Often it is a case of too many makers in the same category. We cannot stress the importance of submitting high quality photos. 

• We firmly believe in representation and seek to accept makers from marginalized backgrounds or those in the LGBTQIA2S+, Indigenous and Black or POC communities.

• Makers based in Northern Ontario take priority, however we do accept approximately 25% of makers from outside of the north to keep it fresh and bring exciting new talent to our community.

• Julieanne and Tracy as co-owners of Makers North Collective have the final say as to who takes part in each event to ensure new makers are accepted into each show and that folks are not taking part every single time to allow for variety. We do not share our jury members due to past harassment and bullying both online and in person.

• What is the deadline for submitting payment for my spot?
  Payment will be made via our website by March 13th, 2025. We'll give you further details within your acceptance email. Vendors who do not make their payment by this date will automatically lose their spot and be replaced.

• What is your cancellation policy?
  In the event of cancellation, we cannot guarantee a refund. If you are unable to make it to the show, please let us know - if it is possible to fill your spot, we'll refund your payment. The spot must be filled by someone on our wait list who fits within the constraints of our current list of makers/spaces etc.

*Vendors are required to obtain their own insurance. Otherwise, agreeing to and filling out this application means that you as a vendor confirms your liability for any damage or injury to yourself, your assistants/employees or your products incurred during the market. 

MAKER PARTNERS

MAKER PARTNERS FEE $250: 

We are accepting a limited number of maker partners for this year's holiday market. This is a fabulous way to get your brand in front of our enthusiastic audience and also pick your spot in the market!

Partnership includes:
- your table/booth fee
- your logo on selected marketing materials
- choose your spot on the market map
- logo and product photo in the look book.

Have you read everything? Still interested? Then hit the button and show us your fabulous work!