Application Information
The information below is for the 2012 Summer No Coast Craft-o-Rama. Application information for the 2012 Holiday Craft-o-Rama will be made available by June 1.
When do applications open for ’12?
We are now accepting applications for the first-ever SUMMER No Coast Craft o Rama 2012. Acceptance notifications will be sent by May 7, 2012.
How do I apply to be a vendor?
Submit your completed application; 3 to 5 digital photos (jpg, gif, etc. emailed to nocoastcraft@hotmail.com. cc: nocoastcraft@gmail.com as backup.) that are representative of your best work (sorry, no web sites, physical photos, slides, or CD-ROMs); and your non-refundable application fee of $5 (check payable to Crafty Planet, 2833 Johnson St. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418 – or PayPal nocoastcraft@hotmail.com) by April 22, 2012. All applicants will be notified of their status by May 7, 2012.
Be sure to include your email address and phone number on your application so that we can keep you informed.
It is your responsibility to ensure that we have your most up-to-date email and other contact information, so that we can reach you. It is also your responsibility to check your email for messages from us. If for any reason you feel you should be hearing from us, and are not, please feel free to contact us at nocoastcraft@hotmail.com anytime. We’ll be happy to follow up and let you know if you missed any communications.
What is the cost to become a vendor?
The total fee for vendors for our summer sale is $75 (split into a $5 non-refundable application fee and a $70 vendor booth fee due upon acceptance). There will be no option to rent a table, chairs, tent, or electricity from us for the summer sale.
The $5 nonrefundable application fee is due by April 22 and must be received before your application can be considered, while the balance of the fee is due from accepted vendors by June 1, 2012. You can pay by check (payable to Crafty Planet) or by PayPal (nocoastcraft@hotmail.com).
Is my application fee refundable if I am not accepted, or if I change my mind?
The $5 application fee (due April 22) is not refundable. Once you have been accepted and have paid the remaining balance of $70 (due June 1), the fees are not refundable if you are unable to attend the show for any reason. Exceptions MAY be made if a vendor can be found to fill your spot.
How many vendors will be selected?
Between 50 and 75 vendors will be selected to participate in the Summer No Coast Craft-o-rama 2012.
How competitive is the application process?
Last year for our holiday sale we had over 300 applications for about 90 spots. This year we anticipate it will be a very competitive process. Some categories are more competitive than others; for instance, jewelry and purses are always extremely competitive, while last year the kids and letterpress/paper categories were more competitive than in previous years.
As always, we encourage you to carefully select the photos you submit, to show off your finest work at its best. In the description field, be sure to highlight what distinguishes you and your wares from the competition.
When will I know if I’m an accepted vendor?
We plan to notify all applicants by May 7, 2012. Be sure to include your email address and phone number on your application so that we can keep you informed. It is your responsibility to ensure that we have your most up-to-date email and other contact information, so that we can reach you. It is also your responsibility to check your email for messages from us. If for any reason you feel you should be hearing from us, and are not, please feel free to contact us at nocoastcraft@hotmail.com anytime. We’ll be happy to follow up and let you know if you missed any communications.
What if I don’t get in?
Please remember that with up to three times as many applicants as we have spots, we cannot accept every vendor whose work we enjoy. We also reserve many spots each year for new vendors – at least one-third and up to one-half the total number – to maintain high shopper interest and to pursue our mission of supporting new and emerging crafters. This means some previous vendors will not be accepted every year.
After we select an initial roster of vendors, we compile a “waitlist” of vendors in case we can find room — or in case any selected vendors have to cancel. If you aren’t selected in the first round, and would like to be placed on our waitlist, be sure to let us know how much notice you would need to participate (e.g., two weeks prior to the sale, etc.).
What’s an ST-19 form and why do I need one?
An ST-19 form is a form we are required to collect from each vendor. To fill it out you will need to register for a Minnesota State Tax ID number unless you sell only tax-exempt products (clothing, etc.). You cannot participate unless we have your form on file.
How much space will I get?
Each vendor space is at least 10′ square, or large enough for a 10′ x 10′ tent. You may set up your space in any configuration within that boundary.
Can I request a larger space?
Generally, we will not allot more than one space per vendor application. If this poses a problem, please contact us at the time of your application so that we can base our number of acceptances on the space we have available. If we do allow you the use of an extra space, an additional $75 will be payable upon acceptance.
Can I share a vendor space with a friend?
Yes, just include each participant in your application and list the products you will sell. The 3-5 photo limit is per vendor, with a maximum of ten photos total (even if there are three or more vendors represented at your booth). We must see at least one photo of each applicant’s work.
