We’re opening the front of the studio at Upwards Art (approx. 22′ x 23′) as a dedicated artisan shop featuring beautiful, handmade items from Grey Bruce and beyond. Whether you’re a potter, soap maker, jeweller, bookbinder, glass artist, woodworker, textile artist, or any type of artisan maker, this is a chance to showcase and sell your work in a professionally run, high-traffic creative space. From pottery and jewellery to woodwork, textiles, and gourmet treats—we want to feature the best of what local makers have to offer.
You make. We sell.
What’s Included:
- Your work professionally displayed and sold through Upwards
- All customer service, packaging, and payment processing handled for you
- Full integration into Upwards’ in-person shop and POS system
- Option to be included in our online store if support materials are provided
Items We’re Seeking:
- Pottery & ceramics
- Glass
- Fine art & prints
- Jewellery
- Handmade clothing
- Toys & homewares
- Local food products (preserves, honey, etc.)
- Soaps, candles, and body products
- Small handmade furniture
Rental Options:
Slat Wall Section
- 2′ x 4′ section: $100 / month + HST
- 2′ x 2′ section: $50 / month + HST
- 2′ x 1′ section: $25 / month + HST
- Hooks and shelves can be provided if required.
Table Top Display or Jewellery Case
- 2′ x 1′ section: $50 / month + HST for table top
- 12″ x 12″ section: $25 / month + HST for jewellery case
- Display tables and jewellery case are provided. Any additional display fixtures such as earring racks, etc must be provided by the vendor.
Hanging Clothing Display
- 2′ long section: $100 / month + HST
- 4′ long section: $200 / month + HST
- Choice of two 12″ arms on straight rail or one 12″ deep u-shaped rail.
- Clothing vendors are welcome to bring their own floor display unit.
Mini / Small Product displays require pre-qualification: $25 / month + HST
Commission:
- 10% commission on all sales (Covers payment processing, packaging, staff time, admin, and sales support)
- You receive 90% of your sales, paid monthly by e-transfer
Terms:
- Displays are rented by the month
- Restocking: Vendors may restock current inventory (same items/SKUs) once per week by appointment only during studio hours
- Swapping or Adding New Items: Vendors may change product types, swap out designs, or introduce new items once per calendar month, also by appointment only
- Open during regular Upwards hours: Monday – Saturday 10:00am – 5:00pm, and Sunday 11:00am – 5:00pm
- All products must be handmade by you
Interested? Submit your application below: