Welcome to The Artisan Market

 The Artisan Market Online is a platform for artisans to showcase and sell their handcrafted products to a wider audience. We handle marketing, sales, and payment processing, allowing you to focus on your craft. Vendors keep 80% of each sale, plus shipping reimbursement, with no upfront fees. Join us and grow your creative business! Add an answer to this item.

The Artisan Market is our physical store where customers can shop in person, while The Artisan Market Online is our digital platform that connects vendors with a broader audience nationwide. Both provide opportunities to showcase and sell your handcrafted products, with the online store offering the added convenience of reaching customers from anywhere. dd an answer to this item.

Becoming a vendor at The Artisan Market offers a unique opportunity to showcase your handcrafted arts and crafts to a diverse and appreciative audience, particularly shoppers seeking one-of-a-kind items. With its carefully curated selection and emphasis on quality, The Artisan Market provides vendors a platform to connect with customers who value creativity and craftsmanship. The Market's charming, vintage-inspired atmosphere also enhances the shopping experience, making your products stand out in a setting that celebrates artistry and tradition. Whether you're an established artist or an emerging creator, The Artisan Market is the perfect place to grow your brand and reach new customers.

The Artisan Market carefully selects its vendors to ensure a high quality and diverse range of products that align with the market’s artistic and vintage-inspired aesthetic. Vendors are chosen based on the craftsmanship, creativity, and uniqueness of their work. The selection process involves reviewing each potential vendor's portfolio or product samples to ensure they meet the market's standards for originality and quality. Additionally, the market considers how well a vendor’s products fit with the overall theme and customer base, focusing on items that resonate with shoppers and those who appreciate handmade, artisan goods. This thoughtful curation ensures that every vendor contributes to the market's distinctive and appealing atmosphere. 

 At The Artisan Market, vendors will pay a flat fee of $50 per month for the first six months. After this initial period, the flat fee will no longer apply, and a 35% commission on the sale price of each item sold will take effect. This pricing structure is designed to help cover the market's operational costs, including marketing, customer service, and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere. Additionally, vendors can earn milestone bonuses and incentives aimed at rewarding their growth and success. 

Once your products are delivered to The Artisan Market, no further involvement is required. However, we encourage all vendors to actively engage with the community by hosting a class, leading a workshop, or giving a presentation at the market. The Artisan Market will handle all advertising and promotion for your event, and best of all, vendors will receive 100% of the sales generated from their products during the event. This is a great opportunity to connect with customers and showcase your brand while enjoying full support from our team.

When you bring your products to The Artisan Market, we take care of everything else. From merchandising your items to marketing them to our broad customer base, we handle all the details so you can focus on creating. Our team ensures that your products are displayed in a way that highlights their unique qualities, attracting the attention they deserve. With our experience in reaching the right audience, you can trust that your creations will be presented to customers who appreciate high-quality, handcrafted goods. We take care of everything when you bring your products to The Artisan Market

The Artisan Market handles inventory, storage, and pricing with a vendor-centric approach:

1. Inventory Management: Each vendor has access to The Artisan Market's vendor portal, where they can enter and manage their inventory. This system gives you full control over tracking your items, making adjustments as needed, and ensuring your product information is always up to date.
2. Storage: All products are displayed on the sales floor, so there is no in-house storage for excess items. Vendors are responsible for handling any additional storage needs for their products. This setup ensures that every item you bring to The Artisan Market is immediately available to customers.
3. Pricing: Vendors set and manage their pricing through the vendor portal. This flexibility allows you to adjust prices based on market trends, promotions, or sales performance. The portal also provides tools to help you monitor your sales and make informed pricing decisions.

This system gives vendors the autonomy to manage their inventory and pricing while benefiting from The Artisan Market’s vibrant retail environment.

Vendors at The Artisan Market obtain their price labels as follows:

1. Bar-Coded Labels Provided: The Artisan Market supplies vendors with bar-coded labels for their products. These labels are essential for maintaining consistency and ensuring that each item can be easily scanned and tracked during sales.
2. Labeling Requirement: All products must be labeled using these provided bar-coded labels. Hand-made labels are not allowed, ensuring a professional and uniform appearance across all items in the market.
3. Vendor Pricing: While the market provides the labels, vendors are responsible for pricing their own products. After entering the product details and prices into the vendor portal, the corresponding bar-coded labels can be applied to the items.

This process ensures that all products are correctly labeled and ready for sale, streamlining the transaction process for both vendors and customers product labels.

If a vendor's products do not sell within 90 days, The Artisan Market reserves the right to ask the vendor to pick up the unsold items. This policy helps ensure that the market remains fresh and appealing to customers by rotating inventory and providing opportunities for other vendors to display their work. This approach also encourages vendors to regularly review and update their product offerings based on market trends and customer preferences. 

At The Artisan Market, all sales transactions are handled at a centralized register. The market manages the entire process, including the collection and payment of sales tax on behalf of the vendors. This streamlined system ensures a smooth and efficient experience for both vendors and customers. 

Vendors at The Artisan Market can easily keep track of their sales and receive payouts through a streamlined process:

1. Real-Time Sales Tracking: The market utilizes a cloud-based system that allows vendors to log into their personal vendor portal. This portal provides real-time access to sales data, enabling vendors to monitor their performance and track which items are selling.
2. Payouts: Vendor checks are issued every two weeks, provided the vendor has earned $50 or more in sales. The check will reflect the total sales amount minus the 35% commission. Regardless of the sales amount, vendors receive a check every quarter (every three months).

This system ensures that vendors are always informed about their sales and receive timely payments.

• Vendor Responsibility: Vendors are responsible for any loss due to breakage or theft of their products once they are left at The Artisan Market. This means that vendors should take precautions, such as ensuring that their products are securely packaged and displayed.
• Market’s Role: The Artisan Market will take reasonable steps to prevent theft and damage, such as providing a secure environment, monitoring the sales floor, and training staff to handle products carefully. However, unless otherwise specified, The Artisan Market will not cover losses due to these issues.
• Insurance Option: The Artisan Market recommends vendors obtain their own insurance to cover potential losses due to theft, breakage, or other unforeseen events. This will allow vendors to protect their investment in their products while participating in the market.