Deadline: May 15, 2008
Alleghany Craft Network (ACN) Exhibition
Artisans Center of Virginia (ACV) Gallery
July 17, 2008 through September 4, 2008
Opening Reception: July 19, 2008 from 2-4pm
Visit the website: http://artisanscenterofvirginia.org/network/acn/exhibit.shtml
A special exhibition concerning the Alleghany Craft Network (ACN) is open to only those artisans located in Alleghany, Augusta, Bath, Botetourt, Craig, Highland, Roanoke, Rockbridge and Rockingham county regions.
The Exhibition will be held in the recently refurbished 3,500 square foot gallery
Restrictions apply: The grant focus is on the rural areas of nine counties. Entries will not be accepted from artisans residing within the city limits of Harrisonburg, Roanoke or Salem.
Submissions must be original in design and should be recent work completed in the last 2 years. “Heritage Craft or Reproductions” will be considered if information can be provided as to source and inspiration. Examples: traditional or ethnic quilt patterns, furniture designs, etc.
Up to three submissions will be accepted. Slides & Digital Images accepted.
Awards: Three $100 awards will be presented for Superior Craftsmanship
Jurors: Michael Dowell Executive Director - Artisans Center of Virginia
Elizabeth Moss Director of Programs and Exhibitions - Artisans Center of Virginia
Entry rules: All entries must be “show ready” and complete. The sales commission rate is 60% artist-40% gallery. All work should be for sale and is insured while on the premises for 60% of the retail price.
For complete details and the application download the Prospectus/application
Contact:
Liz Moss
liz@artisanscenterofvirginia.org
Monday, September 17, 2007
The Artisans Center of Virginia
Deadline: July 1, 2008 at midnight
The Artisans Center of Virginia
Information Network for artisans and craft venues located in the rural areas of the following counties: Alleghany, Augusta, Bath, Botetourt, Craig, Highland, Roanoke, Rockbridge and Rockingham.
The Artisans Center of Virginia, the state's official center for craft has received a grant to create an information network concerning the rural areas of the nine counties listed above.
To apply send contact information and one optional image per submission. It's free!
The information once compiled will be shared at this web site to encourage the public to seek out artisans and craft venues in the area. Membership in Artisans Center of Virginia (ACV) is encouraged, but not required to participate in this special program.
A business conference and a special exhibition will occur in the near future.
Submissions are being processed now. New listings will be published periodically starting in May/June 2007. Apply now to become part of the Alleghany Craft Network (ACN).
Get Connected!
Gain free visibility!
Attend a business conference!
Discuss the state of craft in your area face-to-face!
Apply for a special exhibition at Virginia's official craft gallery!
Closing deadline for receipt of all material is: Midnight, July 1, 2008.
Visit the website for complete details: http://artisanscenterofvirginia.org/network/acn/index_1.shtml
Please direct questions pertaining to this special project to:
Stephen A. Clerico, Coordinator
Alleghany Craft Network
P.O. Box 192
Free Union, VA 22940
434-978-4109
E-mail
The Artisans Center of Virginia
Information Network for artisans and craft venues located in the rural areas of the following counties: Alleghany, Augusta, Bath, Botetourt, Craig, Highland, Roanoke, Rockbridge and Rockingham.
The Artisans Center of Virginia, the state's official center for craft has received a grant to create an information network concerning the rural areas of the nine counties listed above.
To apply send contact information and one optional image per submission. It's free!
The information once compiled will be shared at this web site to encourage the public to seek out artisans and craft venues in the area. Membership in Artisans Center of Virginia (ACV) is encouraged, but not required to participate in this special program.
A business conference and a special exhibition will occur in the near future.
Submissions are being processed now. New listings will be published periodically starting in May/June 2007. Apply now to become part of the Alleghany Craft Network (ACN).
Get Connected!
Gain free visibility!
Attend a business conference!
Discuss the state of craft in your area face-to-face!
Apply for a special exhibition at Virginia's official craft gallery!
Closing deadline for receipt of all material is: Midnight, July 1, 2008.
Visit the website for complete details: http://artisanscenterofvirginia.org/network/acn/index_1.shtml
Please direct questions pertaining to this special project to:
Stephen A. Clerico, Coordinator
Alleghany Craft Network
P.O. Box 192
Free Union, VA 22940
434-978-4109
A Festival of Machine Embroidered Quilts Competition
Deadline: 10.00am on Monday 12th November 2007
A Festival of Machine Embroidered Quilts
presented by The Guild of Machine Embroidery & Flair Magazine
Visit the website: A Festival of Machine Embroidered Quilts
Download the entry form by clicking here
Please read the Terms and Conditions
All quilts must contain at least 20% machine embroidery. This can take the form of one ora combination of, your own computerised designs, commercial computerised designs, machine appliqué or machine built in stitches. The basis of the quilt must be of three layers, front, wadding and backing, held together by machine quilting.
Entries must be above 48inches x 48 inches (120cm x 120cm) in size.
Entries must be in good condition.
Soiled or worn entries will not be accepted.
Entries must have a label sewn onto the back stating your name, address and the title of the quilt. Quilts must be able to be folded, and any with very fragile embellishments, or requiring special hanging or framing techniques will not be accepted. Entries must have a rod pocket for hanging, no less than 4 inches (10cm) deep, and as wide as the quilt. Credit must be given to the designer of any computerised design used.
Entry is open to all UK residents, except the staff and immediate families of the participating Companies.
Entries must be accompanied by an entry form with all fields filled in. Each entry must have a separate entry form.
Entries will be judged on design, colour,binding, quilting and overall effect. Prizes will be awarded to First, Second, Third and Fourth, plus five runners up.
Entries must be available to be displayed at the Stitch and Creative Craft Shows during Spring 2008.
The judges’ decision is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.
Entries must be sent by recorded delivery to:
Flair Magazine
83 Cowick Lane,
Exeter
Devon
EX2 9HG
A Festival of Machine Embroidered Quilts
presented by The Guild of Machine Embroidery & Flair Magazine
Visit the website: A Festival of Machine Embroidered Quilts
Download the entry form by clicking here
Please read the Terms and Conditions
All quilts must contain at least 20% machine embroidery. This can take the form of one ora combination of, your own computerised designs, commercial computerised designs, machine appliqué or machine built in stitches. The basis of the quilt must be of three layers, front, wadding and backing, held together by machine quilting.
Entries must be above 48inches x 48 inches (120cm x 120cm) in size.
Entries must be in good condition.
Soiled or worn entries will not be accepted.
Entries must have a label sewn onto the back stating your name, address and the title of the quilt. Quilts must be able to be folded, and any with very fragile embellishments, or requiring special hanging or framing techniques will not be accepted. Entries must have a rod pocket for hanging, no less than 4 inches (10cm) deep, and as wide as the quilt. Credit must be given to the designer of any computerised design used.
Entry is open to all UK residents, except the staff and immediate families of the participating Companies.
Entries must be accompanied by an entry form with all fields filled in. Each entry must have a separate entry form.
Entries will be judged on design, colour,binding, quilting and overall effect. Prizes will be awarded to First, Second, Third and Fourth, plus five runners up.
Entries must be available to be displayed at the Stitch and Creative Craft Shows during Spring 2008.
The judges’ decision is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.
Entries must be sent by recorded delivery to:
Flair Magazine
83 Cowick Lane,
Exeter
Devon
EX2 9HG
Sunday, September 16, 2007
WIDGETS! Get your WIDGETS here!
Fiber Art Calls for Entry strives to be a resource for artists who work in the broadly defined medium of fiber.
We post exhibition and curatorial opportunities; residencies and workshops. We also post competitions and publishing opportunities.
Our focus is fiber but the resources are available for all artists.
Fiber Art Calls for Entry is now available as a widget from Widgetbox.com for your blog or website.
The widget comes in two adjustable sizes and can be customized by color. It installs on typepad, blogger, google, netvibes, pageflakes, myspace, facebook, and more.
Get it here: http://www.widgetbox.com/widget/fiber-art-calls-for-entry
We post exhibition and curatorial opportunities; residencies and workshops. We also post competitions and publishing opportunities.
Our focus is fiber but the resources are available for all artists.
Fiber Art Calls for Entry is now available as a widget from Widgetbox.com for your blog or website.
The widget comes in two adjustable sizes and can be customized by color. It installs on typepad, blogger, google, netvibes, pageflakes, myspace, facebook, and more.
Get it here: http://www.widgetbox.com/widget/fiber-art-calls-for-entry
Saturday, September 15, 2007
Art Craft Design Culture
Applications are NOW OPEN
Deadline: October 3, 2007 at 11:59 p.m.
FALL 2007
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!
Art Craft Design Culture
Exhibition and Sale
October 20-21, 2007
Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The Rotunda
4014 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA
Art Craft Design Culture is a showcase of creativity. Featuring HANDMADE, well-designed and well-crafted limited edition and one of a kind works, this juried exhibition brings the artists and the public together in a vibrant accessible atmosphere.
Eligibility
Art Craft Design Culture is open to all artists who produce work in 2D and 3D media. We are looking for well-made work produced solely by the artist or under the artist’s direct supervision. Mass produced and commercially made goods will not be accepted. Items made from kits are not permissible.
Independent artists, artist groups and established partnerships are eligible to apply.
Thé Event Organizers recognize that many artists create work in a variety of media. We respect the cross-pollination of disciplines therefore exhibitors are allowed to present Handmade objects in up to three categories.
The categories:
Art Toys (includes Dolls, Games, Puzzles, etc.), Book Arts, Ceramics, Drawings/Illustrations, Fashion Accessories, Fibers/Textiles (Decorative), Fibers/Textiles (Wearable), Home Accessories/ Housewares, Jewelry (Metal & Non-Metal), Metal, Mixed Media, Painting, Paper Arts/Paper Goods, Prints (Hand Screened/Hand Pulled ONLY), Sculpture, Wood, OTHER.
Note: OTHER is work that does not fit neatly into the established categories. However, commercial and digital prints, photography and video media can not be accepted.
Art Craft Design Culture shall accept up to 40 exhibitors. Selections are made by jury and are based on quality and originality of the work.
Jury
The Jury: To Be Announced (TBA)
Fees
There is no fee to apply to Art Craft Design Culture. However, booth fees are required and are payable by October 10, 2007 upon notice of acceptance.
All Booth spaces are 5’ x 5’ and are available at a rate $100.00 for the ENTIRE weekend. Participants may purchase two spaces if needed.
Independent artists are permitted to share a booth. However, each artist must submit an application and full booth fees still apply.
Participation extends beyond the show... Exhibitors get a link to their website/blog/etsy from THE EXHIBITORS page and a space in the Online Shop.
Added bonus: The show is being during HOMECOMING WEEKEND. The campus will be teeming with people!
Go to the website to Apply Now!
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Spend on Trend
Deadline: December 1, 2007
Spend on Trend
Collective Show and Sale
February 8th, 9th and 10th, 2008
Heritage Hall, Vancouver
Visit the website: http://www.spendontrend.com/theshow.html
Spend on Trend is an event that celebrates Vancouver's and all of Canada's design talent.
Heritage Hall on Main Street, a district that has been highly acclaimed in recent years as Vancouver's style central, is the most fabulous venue for this event, now in it's fifth year.
With twenty to thirty exciting Canadian labels in attendance, Spend on Trend is supported by Vancouver boutiques and has been featured in local and National newspapers and magazines, and on radio and television.
We welcome all Canadian designers to apply though space is limited.
Please complete the application form and return with payment. Applications are due by December 1st, 2007. Space is limited. No booth will be reserved without a 50% deposit.
Click on this link to download the form >> SOT Application Form February 2008[pdf]
Spend on Trend
Collective Show and Sale
February 8th, 9th and 10th, 2008
Heritage Hall, Vancouver
Visit the website: http://www.spendontrend.com/theshow.html
Spend on Trend is an event that celebrates Vancouver's and all of Canada's design talent.
Heritage Hall on Main Street, a district that has been highly acclaimed in recent years as Vancouver's style central, is the most fabulous venue for this event, now in it's fifth year.
With twenty to thirty exciting Canadian labels in attendance, Spend on Trend is supported by Vancouver boutiques and has been featured in local and National newspapers and magazines, and on radio and television.
We welcome all Canadian designers to apply though space is limited.
Please complete the application form and return with payment. Applications are due by December 1st, 2007. Space is limited. No booth will be reserved without a 50% deposit.
Click on this link to download the form >> SOT Application Form February 2008[pdf]
Day of Remembrance
In Remembrance of all those who lost their lives during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
Day of Remembrance
Image found at the website of the Portage County Public Library: http://library.uwsp.edu
Sunday, September 09, 2007
IndieSacramento
Deadline: October 1, 2007
IndieSacramento
December 1, 2007
2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
http://www.indiesacramento.com/
IndieSacramento is Sacramento's largest indie/alternative craft fair. This December will be the first annual show but if it's successful we would love to make it semi-annual or even quarterly.
The purpose behind IndieSacramento is to help spread the word about locally owned businesses and to help Sacramento gain the reputation it deserves as an art, craft, and fashion mecca.
Applications for the December 2007 IndieSacramento are here! Spaces are limited and therefore the show will be juried. Vendors will be limited to handmade items only. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please fill out the application form, no later than October 1st, 2007 at midnight (pacific standard time). Applicants will be notified by October 7, 2007. Application fees will be due by October 14st, 2007 and are non-refundable (though they are transferable if you can find a suitable replacement).
Booth Fees:
$50 for a 5x5 spot. The booth will have aisleways on 2 sides.
$65 for a 6x6 spot. The booth will have aisleways on 2 sides.
$100 for a 10x10 spot. The booth will have aisleways on 2 sides.
IndieSacramento is also accepting application for exhibitors. Please see the sponsorship page for exhibition opportunities and prices.
Application Form
IndieSacramento is presented by the Sacramento Craft Mafia — a group of local crafters who are on a mission to put Sacramento on the map as the capitol of crafts.
IndieSacramento
December 1, 2007
2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
http://www.indiesacramento.com/
IndieSacramento is Sacramento's largest indie/alternative craft fair. This December will be the first annual show but if it's successful we would love to make it semi-annual or even quarterly.
The purpose behind IndieSacramento is to help spread the word about locally owned businesses and to help Sacramento gain the reputation it deserves as an art, craft, and fashion mecca.
Applications for the December 2007 IndieSacramento are here! Spaces are limited and therefore the show will be juried. Vendors will be limited to handmade items only. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please fill out the application form, no later than October 1st, 2007 at midnight (pacific standard time). Applicants will be notified by October 7, 2007. Application fees will be due by October 14st, 2007 and are non-refundable (though they are transferable if you can find a suitable replacement).
Booth Fees:
$50 for a 5x5 spot. The booth will have aisleways on 2 sides.
$65 for a 6x6 spot. The booth will have aisleways on 2 sides.
$100 for a 10x10 spot. The booth will have aisleways on 2 sides.
IndieSacramento is also accepting application for exhibitors. Please see the sponsorship page for exhibition opportunities and prices.
Application Form
IndieSacramento is presented by the Sacramento Craft Mafia — a group of local crafters who are on a mission to put Sacramento on the map as the capitol of crafts.
Embroidery Magazine
Deadline: Ongoing
Embroidery Magazine
Visit the website: http://embroidery.embroiderersguild.com/info/contributors.htm
Embroidery welcomes editorial submissions. The best way to submit articles and story pitches is via e-mail to the Editor, writing the words 'Editorial Submission', following by your subject in the subject line of the email.
If you wish to contribute to Embroidery magazine, please spend some time familiarising yourself with our features and consider our tone. We aim for a mix of informative and inspiring reading related to textiles and embroidery.
Editorial submissions
If you have an idea that you would like to share with us, please send an outline of your feature idea in plain text in the body of your email, rather than as an attached file, as we may not be able to read the format. Please describe the feature, outlining the main points and how you will tackle your subject. The maximum word length we publish is 1,000 words but we reserve the right to edit all final submissions.
Also tell us a little about yourself - your experience and background as a writer, or your qualifications for writing a particular story. If you have clips you can send us via email, or web addresses of pages that showcase your writing, please send us a representative sampling (no more than three or four, please).
We will consider submissions by novice writers; please note articles should be written for a general, intelligent reader, who does not know the subject's work. You should avoid jargon, personal theoretical digressions and excessive endnotes. You should aim for your piece to be intelligent, interesting, and readable and not about 'you' (the author) but about your subject.
All final submitted work must be the original work of the author, and any references to previously published material should be included in full along with the final text.
A note on deadlines
Please note that we work at least three months in advance of the publication date and often commission earlier so we can't preview (or write a news story or list) an exhibition starting next week, or even next month (particularly true for exhibitions that are open for short periods) although we will list you on our website.
Pictures speak louder than words!
Good images can make the difference between commissioning, and not commissioning your piece. Before commissioning, we must be assured that publishing-quality images are available, and that we can obtain written copyright clearance. If we like your idea, we will ask you to send hi-res digital images or transparencies to us for consideration (see image guidelines below). Please always include a SAE for the return of any images, copy etc., included in your proposal.
Image guidelines
Digital images should be a minimum of 300dpi, saved as tifs or jpgs, at a (minimum) final print size of A4 for features, or A5 for listings and news. Do not manipulate or edit your picture using photo-editing software whatsoever: our graphic designer will prepare images for print.
We also accept transparencies (not negatives), which we will return.
A final word...
We do our best to respond to all inquiries, but be aware that we are sometimes inundated. If you have not heard back from us after four weeks, please assume that we will not be able to use your idea or submission.
Embroidery
PO Box 42B
East Molesey
Surrey
Great Britain KT8 9BB
Tel: 020 8943 1229, international +44 20 8943 1229
Fax: 020 8977 9882, international +44 20 8977 9882
Editor's email Joanne Hall
Embroidery Magazine
Visit the website: http://embroidery.embroiderersguild.com/info/contributors.htm
Embroidery welcomes editorial submissions. The best way to submit articles and story pitches is via e-mail to the Editor, writing the words 'Editorial Submission', following by your subject in the subject line of the email.
If you wish to contribute to Embroidery magazine, please spend some time familiarising yourself with our features and consider our tone. We aim for a mix of informative and inspiring reading related to textiles and embroidery.
Editorial submissions
If you have an idea that you would like to share with us, please send an outline of your feature idea in plain text in the body of your email, rather than as an attached file, as we may not be able to read the format. Please describe the feature, outlining the main points and how you will tackle your subject. The maximum word length we publish is 1,000 words but we reserve the right to edit all final submissions.
Also tell us a little about yourself - your experience and background as a writer, or your qualifications for writing a particular story. If you have clips you can send us via email, or web addresses of pages that showcase your writing, please send us a representative sampling (no more than three or four, please).
We will consider submissions by novice writers; please note articles should be written for a general, intelligent reader, who does not know the subject's work. You should avoid jargon, personal theoretical digressions and excessive endnotes. You should aim for your piece to be intelligent, interesting, and readable and not about 'you' (the author) but about your subject.
All final submitted work must be the original work of the author, and any references to previously published material should be included in full along with the final text.
A note on deadlines
Please note that we work at least three months in advance of the publication date and often commission earlier so we can't preview (or write a news story or list) an exhibition starting next week, or even next month (particularly true for exhibitions that are open for short periods) although we will list you on our website.
Pictures speak louder than words!
Good images can make the difference between commissioning, and not commissioning your piece. Before commissioning, we must be assured that publishing-quality images are available, and that we can obtain written copyright clearance. If we like your idea, we will ask you to send hi-res digital images or transparencies to us for consideration (see image guidelines below). Please always include a SAE for the return of any images, copy etc., included in your proposal.
Image guidelines
Digital images should be a minimum of 300dpi, saved as tifs or jpgs, at a (minimum) final print size of A4 for features, or A5 for listings and news. Do not manipulate or edit your picture using photo-editing software whatsoever: our graphic designer will prepare images for print.
We also accept transparencies (not negatives), which we will return.
A final word...
We do our best to respond to all inquiries, but be aware that we are sometimes inundated. If you have not heard back from us after four weeks, please assume that we will not be able to use your idea or submission.
Embroidery
PO Box 42B
East Molesey
Surrey
Great Britain KT8 9BB
Tel: 020 8943 1229, international +44 20 8943 1229
Fax: 020 8977 9882, international +44 20 8977 9882
Editor's email Joanne Hall
Stitch & Craft
Deadline: Unspecified
Stitch & Craft
March 27-30, 2008
Olympia, London
Interested in exhibiting your product to a huge captive audience? Whether you're an artist or designer. a retail outlet or a manufacturer we have a package to suit you!
Stand prices vary between shows, but the earlier you book, the cheaper your stand.
Stands come complete with standard shell-scheme, carpet and fascia board. The smallest stand is 2m by 2m, but feel free to go as large as you wish! Payment methods are flexible to suit your needs.
If you are interested call Rhonda on 020 8692 2299 or visit the website for more information: http://www.twistedthread.com/exhibit.asp
Stitch & Craft
March 27-30, 2008
Olympia, London
Interested in exhibiting your product to a huge captive audience? Whether you're an artist or designer. a retail outlet or a manufacturer we have a package to suit you!
Stand prices vary between shows, but the earlier you book, the cheaper your stand.
Stands come complete with standard shell-scheme, carpet and fascia board. The smallest stand is 2m by 2m, but feel free to go as large as you wish! Payment methods are flexible to suit your needs.
If you are interested call Rhonda on 020 8692 2299 or visit the website for more information: http://www.twistedthread.com/exhibit.asp
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