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HOW DO I APPLY?

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Applications will open in Summer 2025. When the application goes live, you'll be asked to:

  • Fill out an online form

  • Upload 3–5 high-quality photos of your work

  • Include at least one photo of your booth display (past or mock-up)

  • Provide a short description of your medium(s), process, and product offerings

  • Share links to your website and/or social media (if available)

  • If accepted, pay your booth fee through Venmo or a check payable to ISU Women's Club

  • The link to apply will be posted on our main landing page and emailed to those on our interest list.

Please note: past participation does not guarantee acceptance. The ISU Women’s Holiday Fair is a juried event, and each year’s applications are reviewed with fresh eyes to ensure a dynamic, high-quality, and diverse market.

IS THIS A JURIED EVENT?

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Yes, the ISU Women’s Holiday Fair is now a juried event. We know this is a shift from past years when vendor spots were filled on a first-come, first-served basis—but the fair continues to grow with only 50 spaces available, so does the demand for a more curated and balanced market experience.

Moving to a juried application process allows us to ensure a well-rounded mix of artistic mediums and maintain a high standard of quality and originality. Every application is carefully reviewed based on originality, craftsmanship, presentation, and overall market fit.

Acceptance is not guaranteed, even for returning vendors. We strive to keep the show fresh by welcoming at least 30% new vendors each year, while also making sure categories like jewelry, ceramics, fiber, painting, glass, and woodworking are fairly represented.

WHAT KIND OF VENDORS ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?

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This is a juried event, meaning vendors are carefully selected based on the quality, uniqueness, and originality of their work. We welcome:

  • Artists

  • Makers

  • Designers

  • Crafters

  • Tradespeople

We prioritize handmade, original items. Factory-made, mass-produced, or imported goods will not be accepted.

BOOTH FEES

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Booth fee payment â€‹

Payment may be made by Venmo:  ISU Women's Club@ISUWC or with a chack payable to ISU Women's Club, mail you check to, Idaho State University, Nichole Parris, Campus Stop 8230, Pocaetello, ID 83209.

Fee: $50 per booth and 20%of your total sales

  • Payment is due only once accepted

BOOTH DETAILS

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Booth Dimensions

If you've been accepted you’ll receive setup instructions, arrival times, and layout maps a few weeks before the fair. Most vendors will set up Thursday evening or early Friday morning. We’ll be in touch with all the details!

  • Single booth roughly 8'x8' 

  • Limited double booths available on first come first served bias 

  • Limited corner booth available on a first come first served bias 

CANCELLATION POLICY

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All booth fees are non-refundable once paid. If you choose to cancel after payment, your booth space will be forfeited and cannot be transferred, traded, or sold to another vendor. In the event that the fair must be canceled by ISU or the organizers due to unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a refund minus a small processing fee.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I'M ACCEPTED BUT CAN'T ATTEND

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We understand that things come up, but please read our policy carefully:

Once accepted and paid, all booth fees are non-refundable.
If you cancel, your booth is forfeited and cannot be sold or transferred to another vendor.
We will fill canceled booths at our discretion from our waitlist.
If the event is canceled by ISU or due to an emergency, your booth fee will be refunded minus a $10 processing fee.

CAN I SHARE A BOOTH WITH ANOTHER VENDOR?

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Yes! You may apply with a friend if:

  • Both vendors' items are handmade and meet jury standards

  • You apply together, with one application that includes photos of both artists’ work

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

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We can provide tables and chairs upon your request, but you are responsible for bringing everything else needed to design and complete your booth space. This includes any booth walls, shelving, signage, lighting, décor, and display structures. All elements must be freestanding and fit within your designated space. If you require electricity, you’ll also need to bring your own power cords and power strip.

Details about requesting tables, chairs, and power access will be included in the application.

IF I'M A PAST HOLIDAY FAIR VENDOR WILL I AUTOMATICALLY BE ACCEPTED?

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We understand it may be disappointing to hear, but past participation does not guarantee automatic acceptance into the show. As the market grows and evolves, all vendors—returning or new—must reapply each year. Our jury looks for growth, originality, and fresh offerings to ensure the fair remains diverse, high-quality, and inspiring for both vendors and shoppers alike.

DO YOU TAKE A COMMISSION FROM MY SALES?

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Yes. We collect 20% of all vendor sales during the fair. This commission is how we’re able to fund our annual scholarships for ISU students. Your participation directly supports the mission of the ISU Women’s Club to provide meaningful financial assistance—thank you for being part of it!

DO I NEED A SALES PERMIT OR TAX ID

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Yes. Vendors are responsible for complying with Idaho State Tax regulations. This may include applying for a temporary seller’s permit through the Idaho State Tax Commission. We’ll send out detailed instructions before the show.

ANY TIPS FOR BEING ACCEPTED?

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Yes! Here’s what our jury loves to see:

  • Clear, professional photos of your work and display

  • Unique, handmade goods that feel seasonal or giftable

  • Consistency and quality in your product presentation

  • A thoughtful, well-curated display

  • Makers who bring new energy to the show each year

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