Some ideas for you as well.  I agree with Grace on who to get as vendors.  Nothing makes a crafter more angry then people reselling items.  Especially if they are close to your item and a lot less.  Most consumers, unfortunately, don't see the value or quality in hand made items at craft shows unless it is touted as such. 

 

From the shows I have been to, indoor space sizes range from an 8' table with just enough room for 2 chairs behind to a small room.  Outdoors, your only limited to what you have to work with.  Usually 10x10 and up.  Most have several sizes to choose from and prices reflect the space size.

 

Another consideration is electricity and if you plan to supply this to vendors.  This is usually an extra cost as well.

 

You may want to use a jury process if you can to weed out the vendors that don't have the quality of craft you are looking for.  Usually, vendors submit 3-5 pictures of their items, sometimes with the selling price, and a picture of their booth.  Most times there is a small cost (non-refundable) for jury fees.

 

And then there is a 'contract' or some type of agreement with what the vendors responsibilty is and what the promoters responsibilities are.  You want to be sure that you set up a specific set up and tear down time period.  Nothing is more distracting then vendors packing it in early!

 

If you want more information, why don't you contact me with specifics.  I could go on and on about these shows. 

 

you can contact me at [email protected]

 

Kris