We are Canada’s largest and most experienced producers of handmade marketplaces.

Our shows are juried and are open to Canadian-based artisans, artists and designers. We select our exhibitors based on originality and craftsmanship of their work submitted. It is mandatory that all of our exhibitors are the designers and creators of their products.

If you are successful in your application you will receive your letter of acceptance and show contract by email. The contract will indicate the booth size and type for which you have been accepted.

Requirements

You must be the designer and creator of the products.

All submissions must include:

  • Product Photos
  • Booth Display Photo
  • Studio/Workshop Photo
  • Biography and Craft/Art Statement
  • Statement of Production Process

What’s included

Signatures is the perfect choice for your event needs, with our all-inclusive package:

  • Extensive advertising and marketing
  • 750W of electrical power included
  • 8’ high booth draping (back & sides) and carpeted aisles
  • Show programme and website gallery listing
  • Discounted shipping and hotel rates
  • No hidden fees or extra costs, ensuring a transparent and hassle-free experience

+ Many more

By Hand Gift Show August 2025

August 10 – 12, 2025

By Hand Gift Show at Toronto Market Week

Mississauga, Ontario

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? The BY HAND Gift Show is the perfect opportunity to showcase your handmade goods and make connections with wholesale buyers from coast to coast to coast. With the huge success of our January and August 2024 shows, we’re thrilled to be back and even better than before. We are excited to announce that the January 2025 show has expanded to a new four day format. This is your chance to shine and take your business to the next level! For information, please visit signatures.ca/byhand.

BY HAND Gift Show is proud to be a part of Toronto Market Week. Toronto Market Week is a combination of 4 shows under one roof, including MODE Show, BY HAND Gift Show, Gift & Design Wholesale Market and SHOW T.O. Permanent Showrooms.

 

  • 5′ x 10′ aisle – $1,000, corner – $1,150
  • 5′ x 15′ aisle – $1,500, corner – $1,650
  • 5′ x 20 ‘ aisle – $2,000, corner – $2,150
  • 10′ x 10′ aisle – $1,700, corner – $1,900
  • 10′ x 15′ aisle – $2,550, corner – $2,750
  • 10′ x 20′ aisle – $3,400, corner – $3,600
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Signatures Fall 2025 Shows

The love of handmade is at the heart of what we do. Please read the details below, find what shows suit you best, and apply today so we can continue working together to provide a uniquely Canadian handmade marketplace.

 

Have questions about exhibiting?

Visit our FAQs page or contact our Artisan Recruitment Manager Christina at [email protected]

Apply Now to Fall 2025

October 17 – 19

Fall Into Christmas

Medicine Hat, Alberta

Launch your 2025 Fall season with this high-traffic handmade show at the historic Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede. The Hat is sweet on Canadian Handmade and they have made us the strongest show in Southeastern Alberta! Since its launch in 2007, attendance at the show has soared, with visitors flocking in for the region’s premier craft shopping event. With onsite concessions, plenty of free parking, and an early fall date, this event is a guaranteed way to kickstart your season – and your sales.

Be part of an exciting three-day weekend and apply today!

  • 5’ x 10’ aisle $500, corner $580
  • 5’ x 20’ aisle $1000, corner $1,080
  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $640, corner $740
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $960, corner $1,060
  • 10’ x 20’ aisle $1,280, corner $1,380, double corner $1,480

October 23 – 26

Signatures Handmade Market

Ottawa, Ontario

Join us at the Signatures Handmade Market, returning to Ottawa’s iconic Aberdeen Pavilion October 23–26, 2025. Since 1983, this high-traffic show has welcomed thousands of loyal shoppers eager for high-quality handmade goods. With over 140 curated artisans, live music, food and drink, and a fully licensed venue, it’s an elevated market experience that drives strong sales. Free OC Transpo service with ticket purchase adds to the turnout.

Don’t wait — apply now and lock in your space while availability lasts!

  • 5’ x 10’ aisle $960, corner $1,060
  • 5’ x 15’ aisle $1,440, corner $1,540
  • 5’ x 20’ aisle $1,920, corner $2,020
  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $1,280, corner $1,430, double-corner $1,580
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $1,920, corner $2,070, double-corner $2,220
  • 10’ x 20’ aisle $2,560, corner $2,710, double corner $2,860

October 24 – 26

Our Best To You

Red Deer, Alberta

Immerse yourself in the lively spirit of Red Deer, a thriving city where young families and longtime craft lovers continue to appreciate Canadian handmade treasures! Following the resounding success of our 2024 event which has seen continued attendance growth, Our Best to You consistently proves itself a true staple of the community. With free onsite parking and concessions, there are plenty of reasons to visit – and stay a while. Join us in welcoming thousands of enthusiastic visitors ready to get their early holiday shopping started.

Don’t wait — apply now and lock in your space while availability lasts!

  • 5’ x 10’ aisle $620, corner $700
  • 5’ x 15’ aisle $930, corner $1,010
  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $860, corner $980, storage $920
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $1,290, corner $1,410, storage $1,380
  • 10’ x 20’ aisle $1,720, corner $1,840, double corner $1,960, storage $1,840

October 30 – November 2

Festival of Crafts

Calgary, Alberta

Give your craft the spotlight it deserves! Showcase your work at Festival of Crafts at the newly-renovated BMO Centre at Stampede Park. Join over 100 artisans from across Canada at Calgary’s premier handmade shopping event, where die-hard craft lovers, young professionals and Calgary-area shoppers turn up to find one-of-kind gifts. With a cool crowd, iconic location, licensed concession, and fresh marketing, this is an amazing opportunity to engage with an exciting new customer base.

Don’t wait to apply as spaces at this popular event will fill up quickly!

  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $1,040, corner $1,160, storage $1,120
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $1,560, corner $1,680, storage $1,680
  • 10’ x 20’ aisle $2,080, corner $2,200, double corner $2,320, storage $2,240

November 7 – 9

Our Best To You

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Get set to showcase your unique creations in the ‘Paris of the Prairies’ as Our Best to You proudly return to Prairieland Park! Community support for this premier handmade event has quickly established it as a holiday shopping tradition, with attendance (and word of mouth!) growing year after year. With easy venue access, free parking, and an onsite concession and bar, this has become one of the fastest growing shows on our calendar. A festive rebrand, active social media presence and increased media pick-up, make this a pre-holiday event you’ll want to lock in.

Don’t wait — apply early to reserve your space now!

  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $860, corner $980, storage $920
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $1,290, corner $1,410, storage $1,380
  • 10’ x 20’ aisle $1,720, corner $1,840, double corner $1,960, storage $1,840

November 13 – 15

Our Best To You

Regina, Saskatchewan

Gear up to display your creativity in the Queen City as Our Best to You returns to Regina for an iconic 30th year! Centrally located, with ample free parking and plenty of food options, the REAL District sets the stage for three days of artisans’ sales – and a lifetime of connections. Captivate the prairie spirit in this vibrant community, where the passion of our established customer base continues to propel this handmade show to new heights year after year. This is Saskatchewan’s premier handmade event for good reason!

Apply now to secure your space and join this holiday shopping tradition!

  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $860, corner $980, storage $920
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $1,290, corner $1,410, storage $1,380
  • 10’ x 20’ aisle $1,720, corner $1,840, double corner $1,960, storage $1,840

November 27 – 30

Winnipeg Christmas Market

Winnipeg, Manitoba

Join us at the newly revamped Winnipeg Christmas Market, the city’s premier holiday event in the heart of downtown! With a focus on artisan vendors and fun festive features, including live performances, gourmet food & festive cocktails, holiday workshops, and even a kids’ area, this market offers something for everyone. Explore the interactive Christmas décor as you stroll through the booths, snap a selfie under light installations, and take home a photo with Santa Claus himself. Secure your spot today and connect with shoppers seeking unique, high-quality gifts in a vibrant, festive setting at the RBC Convention Centre. 

Limited spots available, so don’t miss out!

Artisan Market Booths:

  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $1,040, corner $1,160
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $1,560, corner $1,680
  • 10’ x 20’ aisle $2,080, corner $2,200, double corner $2,320

December 4 – 7

Butterdome Craft Sale

Edmonton, Alberta

Wrap up the season on a high note at Edmonton’s favourite holiday craft sale. The Butterdome Craft Sale returns to the iconic University of Alberta Butterdome, with over 200 artisans, an ever-growing fan base, and a festive flair! A beloved and highly anticipated tradition, the event draws in bustling crowds eager to engage with Canadian creatives and support Edmonton’s vibrant craft community. Since 1990, the show has brought in one of the most diverse groups of shoppers, helping our artisans build long-lasting connections and elevate their brands to new heights. With fabulous festive decor, onsite snacks, and live entertainment – plus vendors from coast to coast – it’s a holiday shopping go-to year after year.

Apply early for your best chance to join us at this very competitive show!

  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $1,500, corner $1,700, storage $1,700
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $2,250, corner $2,450, storage $2,550
  • 10’ x 20’ aisle $3,000, corner $3,200, storage $3,400

December 10 – 14

Originals Christmas Craft Sale

Ottawa, Ontario

Finish off your Eastern show season with a bang at the beloved Originals Christmas Craft Sale. For more than 50 years, Ontario’s iconic Christmas Craft Sale has brought in vendors from across the country – with enthusiastic shoppers looking to connect with favourite artisans, find new treasures, and secure last minute holiday gifts! Impressive décor, fresh marketing and exciting emerging talent continue to reinvigorate an event that has long been a holiday tradition in the Ottawa community. With continued growth over its five decades, the Originals Christmas Craft Sale serves as a go-to for the finest Canadian handmade work in the city.

Join us for our 51st season! Don’t wait – apply now to secure your spot before spaces fill up!

  • 5’ x 10’ aisle $1,320, corner $1,420
  • 5’ x 15’ aisle $1,980, corner $2,080
  • 5’ x 20’ aisle $2,640, corner $2,740
  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $1,760, corner $1,960
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $2,640, corner $2,840
  • 10’ x 20’ aisle $3,520, corner $3,720

Circle Craft Holiday Market

November 11 – 16

Vancouver, British Columbia

Elevate your holiday season at the Circle Craft Holiday Market, Western Canada’s largest handmade market hosted at the picturesque Vancouver Convention Centre. This flagship event brings together over 300 artisans and draws a large, passionate crowd, providing the perfect backdrop for showcasing and selling your unique creations. With an atmosphere buzzing with Christmas decorations, live music, and interactive artisan workshops, this is the place to be seen and to sell during the festive season. Join a community of creatives from across the nation and be part of a holiday shopping tradition cherished for its vibrant and festive environment.

 

Apply Now to Circle Craft 2025

Circle Craft Members

  • 5’ x 10’ aisle $1,410, corner $1,620
  • 5’ x 15’ aisle $2,110, corner $2,320
  • 5’ x 20’ aisle $2,810, corner $3,020
  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $1,880, corner $2,160
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $2,820, corner $3,090
  • 10’ x 20’ aisle $3,750, corner $4,030

Gourmet Food Artisans

  • 5’ x 10’ aisle $2,470, corner $2,770
  • 5’ x 15’ aisle $3,480, corner $3,780
  • 5’ x 20’ aisle $4,480, corner $4,780
  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $3,140, corner $3,540
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $4,480, corner $4,880

Artisans

  • 5’ x 10’ aisle $2,010, corner $2,310
  • 5’ x 15’ aisle $3,020, corner $3,320
  • 5’ x 20’ aisle $4,020, corner $4,320
  • 10’ x 10’ aisle $2,680, corner $3,080
  • 10’ x 15’ aisle $4,020, corner $4,420
  • 10’ x 20’ aisle $5,360, corner $5,760

Emerging Artist

  • 3’ x 3’ – $650, located in central feature area.

First-time exhibitors are invited to participate in the Emerging Artist Section of the show. This is a 3′ x 3′ space that includes carpeting and overhead lighting. This is an opportunity to “test” the market without committing to a full-size booth. 

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