Indoor Shows

Originals - The Spring Craft Sale | Thursday, April 13 - Sunday, April 16, 2023 

Originals Spring Craft Sale continues to electrify the Nation’s Capital, giving your show season the jolt it needs to start things off with a boom! Year after year, we continue to see enormous success at the gate – this is, in large part, due to a loyal clientele that knows the Originals brand extremely well and knows that we deliver on their expectations for a top-quality show.

Held in the EY Centre, Ottawa’s dedicated trade show facility, Originals brings in 15,000 shoppers over four days who are equal parts passionate and affluent. Parking is ample and the venue is easily accessible from all parts of the city – it’s an ideal combination of amenities that place this show in the upper echelon. Only 170 spaces are available, so apply before you miss out on one of Canada’s premier spring shows!

Exhibit Rates - Originals Spring

5’ x 10’ aisle $920, corner $1,020
5’ x 15’ aisle $1,380, corner $1,480
5’ x 20’ aisle $1,840, corner $1,940
10’ x 10’ aisle $1,220, corner $1,420
10’ x 15’ aisle $1,830, corner $2,030
10’ x 20’ aisle $2,440, corner $2,640

Butterdome Spring Craft Sale | Friday, May 5 - Sunday, May 7, 2023 

Alberta's favourite for consumers and artisans alike, Butterdome Spring Craft Sale brings big crowds, even bigger sales, and an unforgettable show experience. A staple in the Edmonton community for decades, the Butterdome Spring Craft Sale is held in the iconic (and aptly-named) Butterdome building at the University of Alberta, which is easily accessible via all means of transportation.

Over 16,000 loyal shoppers descend upon the show over a three-day stretch, ready to spend big and support the Canadian artisans they know and love. We also invest heavily in digital and traditional ad campaigns to ensure Butterdome remains in the upper tier of Canadian fine craft shows. 

Exhibit Rates - Butterdome Spring

10’ x 10’ aisle $820, corner $920, storage $870
10’ x 15’ aisle $1,230, corner $1,330, storage $1,300
10’ x 20’ aisle $1,640, corner $1,740, storage $1,740

 

Outdoor Show

Beaches Arts & Crafts Show | Saturday, June 10 - Sunday, June 11, 2023 

A free fun-for-the-whole-family affair in the heart of one of Toronto’s most beautiful and historic neighbourhoods – what’s not to love? The Beaches Arts & Crafts Show is a two-day outdoor show that takes place in the picturesque Kew Gardens, sandwiched between the beaches of Lake Ontario and trendy Queen Street, in Toronto’s affluent Beach neighbourhood. The foot traffic from locals, as well as visits from our diehard fans coming from all corners of the city, make for a busy weekend in the sun. We’re limited to only 150 booths, so if you want to be a part of a show that’s a staple in the Toronto arts community, apply now! 

Exhibit Rates - Beaches Arts & Crafts

10’ x 10’ aisle $440, corner $540
10’ x 15’ aisle $660, corner $760
10’ x 20’ aisle $880, corner $980

What You Get - Indoor Shows - Originals | Butterdome 
Our exhibit price is an all-inclusive package: Included is 8’ high booth draping (back & sides), electrical power, storage, show promotional literature, show programme listing, overnight security, carpeted aisles, inclusion in our website artisan gallery, information, pre-show media opportunities, in-show artisan promotions, discounted hotel rates, discounted shipping rates and free material handling when using the official show carrier. Unlike others, with Signatures there are no hidden costs!

What You Get - Outdoor Show - Beaches

The exhibit spaces are marked within the park prior to your arrival. Hydro or booth draping is not required, nor provided. You are required to bring your own pop-up tent or display. Tent rentals are available if needed. Included in your participation is promotional literature, online show directory, inclusion in our website artisan gallery, overnight security, pre-show media opportunities and on-site promotions. 

Application Deadline

We will begin the jurying and acceptance process for selection of our 2023 participants starting on January 15, 2023. Phase 1 of acceptances focuses on processing the applications of the 2022 exhibitors who took advantage of the early-bird registration. In Phase 2 we will jury, consider, and decide upon all other applications that we have received by February 1, 2023, who do not qualify under Phase 1. After completion of the initial two phases, we will review the applications received after February 1, 2023. Applications in this phase will be selected based upon remaining availability in product category quotas and replacements for any cancellations received. The shows will have a waiting list that you may be placed on if your application is deemed acceptable but we are uable to cannot accommodate you. Upon acceptance, participants will be notified of set up details and ongoing show related correspondence via the email address provided in this application.

Online Application Process

Please just follow the outlined steps, completing each one in its entirety and then click SUBMIT.  The steps are as follows:

Step 1 - Review and agree to our Criteria, Eligibility, Exclusivity and Terms and Conditions.

Step 2 - Select your shows and product category. Review the available exhibit booth sizes, types and fees.

Step 3 - Select your 1st and 2nd choice in booth size and type that you are applying for.

Step 4 - Please list what products you wish to display and sell at the show.

Step 5 - Complete the detailed applicant information section.

Step 6 - Upload the required images and supporting material.

Step 7 - Authorize the processing of the $10 application fee and the $250 deposit should you be accepted and submit your application.. 

Save and Return

You always have the option to start the application process and return at a later time to complete your submission. PLEASE NOTE HOWEVER THAT IMAGE UPLOADS ARE NOT SAVED. When you click the SAVE button, we will email a link to you. You can return and complete your application at anytime. Any form that remains incomplete 30 days after the Save and Return has been utilized, will be deleted.

 

Criteria

Signatures Shows are juried events. The primary basis for acceptance is the excellence of design, quality, uniqueness, originality, and superior craftsmanship of the work to be sold. Acceptance is also based on booth display, product packaging, and product categories within the show. Jewellery may not be sold unless specifically juried and accepted. Gourmet Food and Body Care applicants may be required to submit samples on request. 

Eligibility

You must be the designer and the creator of the work to be displayed and sold. Only work produced in Canada by you or under your direct supervision will be considered. Reproduction aids such as moulds used in jewellery or ceramics must be the creation of the applying artisan. Commercially manufactured products, work assembled from commercial kits or materials, or work represented by dealers or agents will not be allowed.

Site Exclusivity

To protect the unique character of our shows, you agree not to have your products available at any markets, craft, handmade, or similar type show, or any handmade feature areas of other types of shows that are larger than 50 exhibitors (excluding shows produced by Signatures, farmers markets, or community-sponsored events), within or on the grounds of the hosting facility of the show you are applying for, 30 days before or during the dates of the show.

Butterdome Exclusivity

Exhibitors may not participate, nor have their product available in any craft, handmade, art or similar type show larger than 75 exhibitors (excluding shows produced by Signatures Shows or local farmers markets), 30 days before and during the dates of the event and within a 50 kilometre radius of the show. Accepted applicants must agree to and abide by our exclusivity clause.

Terms and Conditions of Acceptance

Applications must include the non-refundable $10 application fee.

If your application is accepted, the deposit of $250 will be processed using the credit card you entered in this application. The remaining booth payments due will be indicated in your contract. Deferred payment options are available.

You will receive your letter of acceptance and show contract to the email address entered on the application form. Please read these documents carefully. The contract will indicate the booth size and type for which you have been accepted. We attempt to accommodate your original request, but this is not always possible, and an alternative size may be contracted. The products that you are accepted to display, and sell will also be indicated. Only the products that were submitted for jurying and indicated in the show contract will be allowed at the show. You must sign, date, and return the contract by the indicated due date. You must also select one of our payment options as indicated in the contract and include post-dated payments as outlined.

Cancellation of your Participation 

If you can no longer participate in a show and we have issued you a contract, cancellation fees will apply and the $250 deposit amount is non-refundable. If you cancel your participation up to 60 days prior to the first day of the show you will receive a refund of 50% of your total payments made to date not including the non-refundable deposit. If you cancel less than 60 days prior to the first day of the show, there will be no refund of any payments or deposits. Cancellation fees will be applied if you are unable to participate in a show due to the re-introduction of COVID safety protocols. 

Cancellation of the Show

Should any show be cancelled due to COVID-19 or for any other reason, Signatures Shows will issue full refunds of your deposit(s) in a prompt manner. If the show proceeds, even with restrictive COVID-19 protocols in place, including fully vaccinated requirements for exhibitors, all cancellations will be subject to our general cancellation and refund policy.

Your Signature and Declaration of Authenticity

I am the creator and producer of the products that I intend to sell. I understand that digitally signing my name constitutes a legal signature confirming that I acknowledge and agree to all terms and conditions in this Agreement contained herein.