Show Information
Information on Entries, Fees, and Space Requirements
ENTRIES: Shows are open to all artists, craftsmen, and sculptors with original work. Absolutely no Dealers, imports, or kits. All merchandise is to be inside the building 1 HOUR BEFORE THE DOORS OPEN to the public.
FOOD PERMITS: Food vendors need a license in Lewiston 784-2951 & Portland 874-8557 call for fees.
ADVERTISING: Our shows are extensively advertised in all local media also with signs, posters, and more!
FEE: Amount of fee is listed with each show. No commission is charged on sales. After you have paid for two shows in full you may put deposits on future shows of at least . You may DEDUCT if your application is sent by the date listed at the bottom of each show. All December shows are to be paid in full.
SPACE: A space example: 8X6 is 8 ft wide by 6 ft deep. The first number is always the width. Anyone sharing a space with someone else is required to rent a 12 foot space.
TAX NUMBER: State tax numbers are necessary. If you don't have one apply to the Bureau of Taxation, Sales Tax Division, PO Box 1065, Augusta, Me 04330 or call 207-287-2336. There is no charge to get a Tax number, and when buying your supplies you can show your tax number instead of paying sales tax. You don't need the number in your hands to apply for the shows. Make sure you have applied
SET UP TIME: Check each show. Merchandise must be inside the building 1 hour before the doors open and vehicles moved to their proper place.
REQUIREMENTS: You may bring your own tables, chairs, or rent from me if available, check with show listing. You must supply your own clean covers, that cover the table to the floor on 4 sides. You will need 50 & 100 ft heavy duty electrical cords & power strips are highly recommended. No small extension cords for long distances. Cords must be covered with duct tape except Lewiston Armory . Tape must be removed from the floor, by you at the end of the show. All stock boxes must be kept out of sight until the end of the show is over unless you are restocking, absolutely no dollies will be brought in from vehicles until the show is over. If a customer should get hit by a dolly or boxes brought in before the show is over, the crafter is liable for any injury.
PARKING: Unload cars, vans, trucks, etc. & move immediately to the designated area before you set up. Designated areas are always the furthest spots from the door off the tar, etc ask at the show. Do not move your vehicles to the door until the show closes and you have finished packing.
CHECKS & REFUNDS: Make checks payable to Lois Taylor. If for some reason the show is not held, refunds will be made-otherwise no refunds. Any show canceled by you holding only a deposit will require full payment or no other deposits will be accepted from you. You will be required to send full payments for each show applied for at this point. You may apply for as many shows as you wish & send 1 check. No spaces may be re-rented or given to another crafter.
RETURNED CHECKS: THE FEE FOR A RETURNED CHECK IS $25.00
CREDIT CARDS: I will take Visa & Master Card again this year, there will be no discounts for early registration.
APPLICATIONS: Blank application sheets are attached and may be copied if you need more forms. Fill in ALL information for each show & return with payment. Applications will not be accepted without vehicle information and the application signed & dated.
NOTIFICATION: Notification of acceptance to shows will not be sent unless you enclose a SASPC (self addressed stamped, post card.)
CUSTOMER CREDIT CARD USE: Any Crafter who has a customer wishing to use a credit card and is not set up to take Visa or Master Card doesn't have to give up a sale ever again. You will be able to use my Merchant Account Number for a 7% fee which will increase your sales!! Talk to me before the show to get the information on how to do this.
SHOW POSTERS: Crafters are asked to put up posters for the shows they are attending to help get the information out.
EXTRA FEE: There will be an extra fee of $15 for any crafter that has not filled out their application and/or sent out their fee. This does not apply to new crafters.
Email: ltpromo@aol.com
