All items sold at the Nova Scotia Art & Craft Show must be original, handmade work created by the applicant.
Handmade and Original Work
- All work must be designed and made by the applicant
- The use of appropriate tools is expected, including modern methods
- Designs produced or manufactured by others are not permitted
- Resale items, including work made by other makers or purchased elsewhere, are not permitted
Product Focus and Categories
- Applicants may apply in a maximum of two categories
- A clear, cohesive body of work is strongly encouraged
- A focused product line is easier to place within the show and typically results in better sales
Photo Requirements (Important)
- Photos must clearly and accurately represent your work
- Poor-quality, blurry, or unclear images will impact your application
- You must submit photos of your own work
- AI-generated or altered images are not permitted
- Text overlays, collages, or heavily edited images are not allowed (small logos are acceptable)
Presenting updated work and new photos each year is a REQUIREMENT.
Manufacturing and Production Limits
- Bulk or factory-manufactured items are not permitted
- Computer-cut vinyl applied to mass-produced resale items is not permitted
- Vinyl may be used as a decorative element on an otherwise handmade item
Copyright and Original Design
- Work must not infringe on copyrighted or trademarked material
- Reproductions of copyrighted images without proper legal permission are not permitted
Ineligible Items
The following are not permitted at the show:
- Resale goods, including items purchased from other makers or from international sources
- Items that are handmade by others but not by you
- Vintage, antique, or flea market items
- Products from direct sales or MLM companies
- Art or craft supplies (unless part of a kit you have personally designed and packaged)
Only items that reflect your own design and creative input are eligible.