UNCOMMON THREADS

Deadline: June 1, 2011 (POSTMARK)

25TH ANNUAL UNCOMMON THREADS
Fashion Show, Luncheon and Boutique
The Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
October 16, 2011


RUNWAY ARTIST ELIGIBILITY & ACCEPTED MEDIUMS
Participation is open to all one-of-a-kind wearable art in any fiber related media. Work represented must be an original concept and executed by the artist. All items must be for sale.

JURY
A $25 non-refundable jury fee.

Accepted artists are automatically qualify for Boutique (do not remit a separate Boutique fee).

Submit a CD with five digital JPG images. Jurors will select work based on originality and runway suitability.


BOUTIQUE ARTIST ELIGIBILITY & ACCEPTED MEDIUMS
All work exhibited must be a functional accessory of original concept and executed by the artist. No copies or kits are eligible. We define accessories as special items that enhance a wardrobe such as scarves, shawls, jewelry, purses, hats, belts, etc. Items for sale in the Boutique must be priced below $250. The Boutique Committee will make final selections of work to be used in the show.

You must be a current Fine Line member to participate in the Boutique. New applicants can become members of Fine Line by remitting an additional check for $35.

JURY
A $20 non-refundable jury fee is required with your application.

Submit five color slides, digital images (JPG files) on CD, or actual samples showing the quality and type of work to be exhibited. Slides and samples will be returned; CDs will not.


BOOTHS
A limited number of 6’ x 6’ booths are available. Spaces will be allocated by the Boutique Committee with all decisions final. There is no limit to the number or price of items for sale. You, or your designate, must man your own booth and be responsible for your own inventory. Remit a booth fee of $30 in addition to the jury fee. If not selected for a booth, your check will be returned.

Download prospectus and application: www.fineline.org/2011uncommonthreads.pdf

Visit website for additional show information: www.fineline.org


Fine Line Creative Arts Center
6n158 Crane Road
St. Charles, Illinois 60175
630.584.9443 t
630.584.9490 f
info@fineline.org