In collaboration with Create Denver Week (put on by Denver’s Office of Cultural Affairs), the Denver Handmade Alliance is sponsoring a craft market and day of interactive handmade fun. This is a call for local vendors of fantastic handmade goods.

When: April 17, 2010, 11 am – 7 pm
Where: Events Warehouse and The Flower Garage at 15th and Delgany
Application Deadline: March 12th

You will be notified of your acceptance by March 17th. Payment must be received by March 22nd to secure your space. Your notification letter will provide instructions on how to deliver your payment to us. There are no refunds for cancellations.

The application can be found here: crafty ballyhoo app
Email completed application to events [at] denverhandmade.org. Applications can also be dropped off at Tomte. Modern Craft, 1644 Platte Street.

We are excited to bring the French Nest Open-air Market back for the 2010 market season! Creative people like you are what make the market such a unique shopping experience for northern Colorado and with all of the emails we have been receiving we are certain the market is going to be better than ever!

We have confirmed the 3rd Saturday of every month from May to October! The time and location have remained the same: Civic Center Park from 9 am. to 3 pm. Actual dates and details are listed on the attached application.

To entice you further, we are offering a $50.00 discount for those vendors who commit to a minimum of five markets this summer. And, as the old saying goes… the early bird gets the …nest? Or $50.00 off off the nest! That’s right sign up and pay for a minimum of 5 markets by April 15th and we will give you an additional $50.00 off of your summer registration fees!

Thank you for being as wonderfully creative and determined as you are! We have already had many people asking when the markets will start-up again, meaning the word is spreading. You can help this along by forwarding this information to anyone you think would be interested.

That’s it for now! Take care and stay warm as you continue dreaming of and planning for summer!

Best,

Laura and Christy
French Nest 2010 application

Old South Gaylord Festival takes place this year May 29, 30, & 31 10am-6pm. Vendor applications are due February 16th. More information and applications can be found here: http://www.southgaylordstreet.com/events.html

We are not familiar with this festival, so if anyone has first hand knowledge or impressions please post in the comments!!

The Highlands street fair is held annually on the Saturday of Father’s Day weekend, on 32nd Avenue between Perry and Julian Streets. The family friendly event is for all ages and it’s free. Attractions include a children’s area, classic car show, food courts and beer gardens, along with the vendors featuring everything from jewelry, photography, paintings, ceramics, leather goods, and clothing along the 32nd and Lowell intersection each year.

Sponsored by longtime neighborhood businesses such as Community Bank, the day-long event in the historic northwest Highlands neighborhood has become a draw for visitors from Denver, Colorado, and around the country. Visitors can explore the mix of shops, boutiques and services, listen to three stages of live music, browse artisans wares and sample food and drinks.

Applications and vendor information can be found here: http://www.highlands-square.com/fair/vendor.asp

EDIT: Booth fees are a bit expensive. Sharing booth space is allowed. Or we can do a DHA booth. If you are interested in participating in a DHA booth post here. If we get enough commitment, we will put in an application.

Denver Handmade Alliance would like to forward on information regarding this Holiday market in Fort Collins. If you have any events you would like us to help promote, forward them to events@denverhandmade.org

Applications are now being accepted for Handmade Militia’s 2nd annual holiday market – Handmade Saturday
your friendly, local alternative to black Friday.

This year’s event will be held on Saturday November 28th in Old Town Fort Collins. The market will run from 10 am – 4 pm.

There is a limited amount of space. Local crafters and artists are encouraged to apply early. All work must be high quality, handmade, and made with love. Applications will be accepted until October 31st. Do not send payment now. Upon acceptance, payment must be made in full by November 7th. There are no refunds for cancellations.

The holiday market will be advertised locally and in neighboring cities including Denver and Boulder with posters, flyers, and press releases to all local newspapers and media. And of course don’t forget good ol’ word-of-mouth.

Cost to participate is as follows:
10×10 booth – $85
Up to 3 crafters may share one 10×10 booth space. Information and photos from all participating crafters must be included on one application to be considered.

6 ft table space – $55
Applicants may not share a table space with any other crafters. A 6ft table will be provided.

The application can be found at www.handmademilitia.com
Please fill it out and email it to whitney@handmademilitia.com

Art by Craft: The October gallery show looks to explore craft techniques applied to an art installation setting. We are open to any craft medium, the term ‘craft’ being loosely applied. Examples include knit, sewn, or quilted pieces, ceramic or metal work. Also, traditional art techniques applied to a craft setting in mixed media pieces are encouraged. We are really open and looking to the crafters and artists to interpret the theme.

Opening reception for Art by Craft show: October 2nd, 6-9pm
First craft fair: October 24th, 2-8pm

Applications are open until September 18th. Download pdf application and details here.