VENDOR FAQs

 

What are you looking for in a vendor application?
What is the jury criteria?

  • We look for high quality, innovative and inspired handmade goods, well-curated vintage finds, and unique re-purposed items. We love small-batch, independently designed goods made with eco-friendly & sustainable practices and well thought out brand identities. We look for a range of creative entrepreneurs and We strive to thoughtfully curate a market that has a balance between well-established and new and emerging makers. We limit vendors in certain areas to avoid over-saturating any one category.

  • We stress the importance of a cohesive and consistent products, brand, and online presence.  A cohesive offering helps create a strong brand identity. When all of your products have a consistent look and feel, it creates a recognizable brand that customers can easily recognize and remember. Consistency in branding helps make your products more memorable and more professional. 

  • We stress the importance of high quality product and brand photos. Your application photos and online photos should be of great quality and accurate representation of your business and what you are bringing to the market. Experienced vendors must submit booth photos and first time emerging makers may submit “mock up” booth photos.

  • We look for creative, well-thought out, and quality booth displays. We love unique, attractive booth designs that draw customers in and showcase your products effectively. Consider layout, lighting, signage and creative merchandising to invite customers in and encourage sales.

Do I need to submit photos with my application?

  • Photos of your products and booth display are required for your application to be considered. Applications without photos will not be considered. Please send 3-6 photos of your work and at least 2 booth display photos to beautifullandmarket@gmail.com to complete your application.

Do I need any special permits to sell at Beautiful Land Markets?

  • All vendors are responsible for the collection of sales tax for the State of Iowa. Vendors are required to apply for an Iowa Sales Tax Permit and file their own sales tax with the State of Iowa. The State of Iowa no longer offers Temporary Sales Permits.

Do I need a tent or weights for outdoor markets?

  • All booths are required to have a tent (or comparable shelter) and weights to secure it.

How do I find out about upcoming Beautiful Land Pop-Up Markets and when applications open?

  • Sign up for our newsletter (at the bottom of this page) to get updates on pop-ups, application deadlines, and all the latest news. Also Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

What other important info should I know before vending?

  • There are no refunds or transfers for your booth payment due to cancellations for any reason, including cancellation due to weather.

  • Our markets happen rain or shine, except in severe inclement weather. Beautiful Land Market directors reserve the right to cancel or postpone markets based on up-to-date weather and forecasts for the safety of shoppers, vendors, and their merchandise.

  • All vendors must sell only the goods they apply with and must be present to sell their goods. No unauthorized booth sharing or sales of othergoods will be allowed.

  • If you are accepted and cancel with less than 3 weeks notice, a $25 re-entry fee will be applied to your next invoice before the next market. If you cancel 2 market dates you will be removed from the market schedule for the season.