2026 Holiday Market

Hello Ferndale Members! It's time for our Holiday Market! Please read the Holiday Market Info and Holiday Market FAQ sections for all need-to-know info and instructions on selecting your table. If spaces are unavailable please Sale Date + Times Saturday, December 5th: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sunday, December 6th: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Reception with music, food, and drinks will be held on Saturday, December 5th: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Holiday Market Info Space Selection: For our 2026 Holiday Market, we have split table spaces as well as spaces on the large table set over the Wheels. If you need more space, please purchase multiple spaces next to each other (limit of 2). Each space is roughly 2 feet by 3 feet. View image #2 for the table map and select from the drop-down option. If all existing spaces have been filled, please reach out to Lisa! Important Dates + Times: Firing Deadlines: Start firing your work now so you're ready in time for the Market! Bisque Deadline: Sunday, November 15th (EOD) Cone 5 and Cone 10: Sunday, November 22nd (EOD) Luster Deadline: Sunday, November 29th (EOD) Set-Up: Members may begin setting up their space on: Friday, December 4th: 5:00 PM Holiday Market Date + Times: Market Hours: Saturday, December 5th: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sunday, December 6th: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM A reception with food, drinks, and music will be held on Saturday, December 5th: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Clean-Up: Begins: Sunday, December 5th: 4:00PM We ask that all participating members of the Holiday Market assist in restoring the studio to its original state! Promotional Marketing Deadline: We love to highlight our members in our Market promo efforts! Please email a photo of your work and the name you would like us to credit for a chance to be featured in social media graphics, flyers, and newsletter by October 15th: Lisa@stilllifeceramics.com Spring Market FAQ Frequently Asked Questions: Is there a limit on how many spaces I can purchase? Please only purchase a maximum of two (2) spaces to make sure there is enough room for all members who would like to join. Can I work in the studio during the Market? No, the studio will be fully closed from Friday, December 4th - Sunday, December 6th. All workstations, including wheels and the glaze room, will be unavailable during these dates. What does Still Life provide for me? - Tables and tablecloths - Price stickers - Bags and packing materials - SLS staff to process purchases and pack ceramics at the checkout stations - Promotion via social media, physical flyers, and newsletter What do I need to bring to the Market? - Priced ceramics (use our stickers or include your full name and $ on your own; important!) - Display and props (optional, but recommended) - Cute tablecloth - Display cubes, shelving units, etc to help create elevation on tables - Artist info: name, business cards, banners, signs - Additional decor ideas: flowers, twinkle lights, etc Do I have to be at the Market the whole time? No; however, having the artist in the studio is the best way to make connections with potential buyers. Share some insight; it goes a long way! It also keeps the studio looking full, especially if you're here to meet all the friends and family that you've invited to the market! How will I get paid for my sales? Still Life will process all transactions and will have Checks available for you. Please allow 2 weeks to process these. Does Still Life take a percentage of the sales? Yes, to help cover costs, Still Life will receive 20% of sales. I can't participate in the Market, but I'd love to volunteer to help! Can I do that? Yes! We'd love for you to join us even if you aren't able to sell during the Market. We have multiple volunteer duties available, and we will send out Volunteer Sign-Up info at a later date, so keep an eye on your inbox. I'm participating in the Market; do I have to volunteer to help as well? Yes please! We ask that you sign up for at least (1) one shift to help our team keep everything running smoothly and efficiently. Volunteer Sign-Up info will be sent at a later date. Can I get a refund if I'm not able to participate in the Holiday Market? If you cannot participate and would like a refund, please notify us by November 15th so we or you can offer your spot to another member. We will not issue refunds for cancellations after this date.