When and where is the Bloomington Handmade Market held?

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Saturday, November 21, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the John Waldron Center for the Arts (122 S.Walnut Street, Bloomington, Indiana)Where do I park?

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There is a parking garage located across from the Waldron on 4th Street (free onSaturdays). Additionally there is limited free on-street parking available around theWaldron. If you are accepted into the market you will receive additional informationabout loading and unloading.How can I be a vendor?

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We are accepting applications now via email for the show on November 21. Deadline for application submission is Friday, September 18. Absolutely no late or incompleteapplications will be considered. You can download the instructions and application as aPDF or Word document. (Click FILE then “download file as”). Fill it out and email it back to us at bloomingtonhandmademarket [at] gmail [dot] com.I don't live in Indiana. Can I apply to be a vendor?

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Yes! But you are responsible for checking with the Indiana Department of Revenue tomake sure you obtain your Sales Tax permit and other relevant tax documents.www.in.gov/dor/index.htm.Why is the market juried, and how do you decide who is included?

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The market is juried because of limited space, and because we want to showcase the bestof contemporary art and craft in that space! We are looking for unique, contemporaryhandmade items that push the boundaries of what handmade arts and crafts can be. Weconsider all the applications carefully based on the images you submit and your owndescription of your work.When and how will I know if my application was accepted?

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We will notify all applicants as regards acceptance into the market via email by Friday,September 25. Your payment ($30 plus $10 if you are renting a table from us) must bereceived within 2 weeks of acceptance or your spot will be given to the next person onthe waiting list.

Is my booth fee refundable?

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Once you are made aware of your acceptance, you must submit your payment within twoweeks. If payment is not received via PayPal (preferred) or check/money order by Friday,October 9 your spot will be immediately given to the next person on the waiting list.

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You may request a refund, minus a $10 processing fee, until November 6. No refundswill be given after November 6

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If you must cancel after November 6, you forfeit your fee and your space in the fair. Youmay not fill your spot with another vendor. We will offer the space to the next vendor onour waiting list.What do you use the booth fee for?

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Your booth fee of $30 covers an indoor 6' x 5' booth space, breakfast/lunch and your logoand link on our website.

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You are responsible for providing your own display items. You may bring your owntables and chairs, but your setup must fit strictly within the allotted 6' x 5' space.

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If you are unable or do not wish to bring your own table and chairs, you may rent themfrom us for an additional $10. The $10 will cover a 6' table. If you do not have your ownchairs we can provide 1-2 for your booth at no additional charge; please note how manychairs you will need on your application.Can I share my booth space with a friend?

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Yes! But each person must submit a separate application with their own images andinformation. Please list one person as the main contact; this person will be the oneresponsible for submitting booth payment and for communicating information from theBHM to the other booth member(s).Can I have two booth spaces for my business?

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Unfortunately, no. We are cramped for space as it is and would like to include as manyvendors as possible!Do I need a tax number or vendor's permit?

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Whenever money is exchanged for goods, it is important to have the right permits andkeep good records. You can contact the Indiana Department of Revenue to obtain a SalesTax Collection permit. These permits can be obtained online or by going to the office in person. The cost of the sales tax permit is $25 and is valid for two years.