Become a Vendor

Vendors at Dancing Bee Market & Studio

Dancing Bee Market & Studio is a curated artisan market located in Mount Vernon, Ohio, featuring handcrafted goods from local and regional makers alongside our own line of small-batch soaps and natural body care.

Our goal is to create a welcoming retail space that celebrates handmade craftsmanship, natural ingredients, and creative entrepreneurship. By bringing together talented makers under one roof, we offer customers a place to discover unique products while supporting small businesses.

We carefully select vendors whose work aligns with the values and aesthetic of our shop.

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from makers who create high-quality, handcrafted or small-batch products.

Examples of products that fit well in our shop include:

• Eco-friendly items
• Herbal products and wellness items
• Jewelry and accessories
• Handmade home goods
• Artwork, cards, and prints
• Fiber arts and textiles
• Small-batch food items (properly packaged)

We prioritize products that are thoughtfully made, well packaged, and unique.

How Our Vendor Program Works

Selected vendors receive dedicated retail shelf space within our shop.

Our vendor program is designed to support makers while keeping the store visually cohesive and easy for customers to shop.

Vendor participation includes:
• Curated retail shelf space
• Sales processing through our point-of-sale system
• Sales tax collection and payment handled by the shop
• Opportunities to participate in featured maker events
• Optional demonstration days to showcase your craft
• Promotion through shop marketing and social media

Products are displayed as part of a curated artisan market, allowing customers to explore a variety of handmade goods in one welcoming environment.

Vendor Fees

Vendor participation includes a simple monthly fee and a sales commission.

Current structure:
• $30–50 monthly shelf rent 
• 15% commission on sales

Featured Maker Opportunities

Throughout the year we host events that highlight our vendors, including:
• Maker demonstrations
• Seasonal markets
• PorchFest weekend and downtown events • Workshops and creative experiences

Apply to Become a Vendor

If you are a maker interested in joining our artisan market, we invite you to apply.

Applications will include:
• Photos of your products
• Product pricing
• A short description of your work
• Links to your website or social media (if available)

We review applications on a rolling basis as space becomes available.

If your work is a good fit for our shop, we will contact you to discuss next steps. If we are full, you can be added to the waitlist.

Apply to be a Vendor

Vendor Application

Vendor FAQs

Here’s some more detail about what’s included with every vendor space:

  • Staffed checkout — our team handles every sale
  • Payment processing — we cover all credit card fees
  • Sales tax — we collect and remit Ohio sales tax on your behalf
  • Monthly sales reports and payouts by the 10th of each month
  • Active promotion through social media, local organizations, and community events
  • Possible opportunities for Featured Maker Days, spotlights, and special events as they arise

Space & Fees

We offer three space sizes to fit your inventory and budget:

  • Small (1–2 feet): $30/month
  • Medium (2–4 feet): $40/month
  • Large (more than 4 feet and/or bulky/wall items): $50/month

A 15% commission is withheld from your sales. Rent is a separate monthly fee and is not deducted from your proceeds. We keep our pricing accessible because we want makers to actually make money here.

Commitment

All vendors begin with a 3-month term — think of it as a chance for both of us to make sure it’s a great fit. After that, you can continue month-to-month or sign a longer agreement:

  • 6-month term: final month of rent at 50% off
  • 12-month term: final month of rent free

After the initial term, either party can end the agreement with 30 days written notice.

How to Apply

We review all applications to make sure the shop stays balanced, beautiful, and a good experience for customers and vendors alike. Here’s how it works:

  • Submit an application with photos of your work and a description of what you make
  • Our team reviews for quality, fit, and category balance
  • If it’s a good match, we’ll reach out to get you set up

We curate intentionally — and we’d love to hear from you.

Vendor Application