Stars and Stripes Craft Productions Shows
at the
Blue Hen Corporate Center, Dover, DE.
_____February 20-22, 2004 _____ May 7-9, 2004 ______August 20-22, 2004
R. Neal Griffin
302-632-8299 E-mail
Please Return the Application along with the photographs to Stars and Stripes Craft Productions. We will take applications till the show is filled.
Please type or print
Your Name ______Business Name ______
Your Address ______
City State Zip
Phone ______E-mail ______web site
Type of craft ______
List of items and descriptions that will be sold______
______
Spaces are laid out in a mall like setting. The spaces will be no smaller than 10x10, and may be as large as 10x15 depending on how many crafters sign up.
The spaces are $200.00 each for 10x10, $250.00 for 10X15, $300.00 for 10X20, $400.00 for a 10X30
What size space would you like? ______$______
Do you need electricity YES OR NO Electricity is $10.00 per plug per show $______
If you need electricity please bring an extension cord and surge protectors.
Do you need tables YES OR NO Table rental is $10.00 each per show $______
Please have the tables covered to the floor,
Do you need chairs YES OR NO Chair rentals are $2.00 each per show. $______
TOTAL … NON-REFUNDABLE WITHIN 90 DAYS SHOW DATE if accepted………$______
Deposit amount $______Amount still owed $______
Do you have any other special needs? If so please call us so that we can discuss them.
I agree to take full responsibility for my person and merchandise. I will not hold Stars and Stripes Craft Productions or Blue Hen Corporate Center responsible for any damage or Injury. I understand that Payment must accompany this application and that there are NO refunds 90 days prior to the show. I have read, understood and will comply with the Stars and Stripes Craft Productions Regulations.
Signature ______Date ______
Please make checks payable to Neal Griffin and mail to PO Box 1811, Dover, DE. 19903 ATTN: R. Neal Griffin.
Crafters must also sign the Hold Harmless Agreement and please return to us with the signed application.
This Show is FREE to the Public!
HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
RE: Stars and Stripes Craft Productions Show
February 20-22, 2004, May 7-9, 2004, and August 20-22, 2004
Vendor hereby agrees to indemnify and Hold Harmless Blue hen Corporate Center its owners, Blue Realty
Corp., Majestic Rose Corp., Blue Hen Venture, L.L.C., and Dover Kimco 501 Corp., Stars and
Stripes Craft Productions, and each tenant of the Center, from and against any and all claims for personal
injuries, death, damages, cost and or other expenses including reasonable attorney’s fees, arising from or in
any way connected with the use of the Blue Hen Corporate Center, or any part facility thereof by the
vendor, his agents, members, partners, associates, contractors, servants and employees.
Vendor agrees to by solely responsible for all equipment, stock-in-trade, personal property, etc.,
utilized in connection with the use of the premises and Vendor does hereby waive any right to recovery
against Blue Hen Corporate Center, its owners and management, Stars and Stripes Craft Productions, and
each tenant of the Center for loss damage theft or such equipment , stock-in-trade, personal property, etc.
Vendor is responsible for all clean-up of area and must remove all merchandise displays, etc.
Vendor Name(s) (Please Print): ______
Vendor Signature: ______
Vendor Address: ______
Vendor Phone Number: ______
You are invited to become an exhibitor at our Second Annual Stars and Stripes Craft Productions Shows. - Our show is conducted in Dover, Delaware at the Blue Hen Corporate Center which is located near the RT 1 Bypass and just a few miles North of the Dover Air Force Base, across from Value City and .5 miles from Target.
When submitting your application you will need:
- Four slides or photographs are required - 3 must be representative of the work you will be selling and 1 of your booth display. Jurying material will not be returned unless accompanied by a Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope.
- A $25.00 deposit must accompany your application, per show, and is non-refundable once you have been juried into a show.
Please read the Exhibitor Information and Terms & Agreements before filling out the application.
Being crafters ourselves, we feel that we know what to look for when planning the shows that we want to participate in, and that is advertising, timing, as well as location we feel are very important to a successful show. Therefore we have contacted several newspapers, radio stations, as well as billboard companies to advertise, we are also looking into some TV stations as well to provide you with the best possible buyer's environment. We have also looked at what is going on in the Community around the same time, so that there is the least amount of conflict of interest.
There are several benefits to becoming an exhibitor at a Stars and Stripes Craft Promoters show. Some of these benefits include:
- Professional Show Management – We are making every effort possible to provide all the necessary ingredients to deliver a first-rate handcrafted show in the First State and effectively market the event and it's exhibitors to the public.
- Juried Events - Events consist of artists and crafts people from across the country featuring both traditional and contemporary work. The jury process is first-come, first-served with quality and uniqueness of work and booth design always getting priority. We also do not believe of having several crafters doing the same work. We are trying to give the community a diverse selection of hand made items. To constantly upgrade the quality of our events, exhibitors' work and booths are juried before and during each show. Jurying and placements of space assignments are made according to space availability and category.
- High Attendance & High Sales –We will try our best to get the consumers there, but it is still your job to present your products in the most professional manner so that the consumer will buy.
- Extensive, Highly Visible Advertising - Our multi-media advertising campaign includes highly rated radio stations and regional major newspapers. Press releases are sent to all major news media throughout Delaware; Calendar of Events Listings is mailed to tourist publications. Exhibitors are encouraged to take full advantage of the opportunity to distribute postcards and flyers, which have proven to be powerful marketing tools that build attendance and individual sales.
- Easy Payment Plans - Booth fees can be paid by cash, check, or money orders. If installment plans are needed we will be happy to work with you.
- Miscellaneous Services & Benefits - Experienced, friendly staff to assist you before, during and after the show; no regional or "exclusive" show restrictions; 24 hour security provided by the Corporate Center.
Terms of Agreement - Rules & Regulations
SHOW MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: Stars and Stripes Craft Productions will present the show indicated on this Application/Contract at the location and on the datesindicated.
There may be additions or deletions from this listing and any such changes shall not affect the remainder
of this contract. Stars and Stripes Craft Productions along with The Blue Hen Corporate Center will provide heat, air conditioning, and security service. All other services must be ordered in advance by the Exhibitor on the Application/Contract.
ELIGIBLE WORK: Work that has not been approved by the jurying process or that was not listed on Application/Contract may not be sold. All work must be the original thought, design & creation of the Exhibitor. Stars and Stripes Craft Productions reserves the right to request Exhibitor to remove from his booth any items which in it's opinion does not come under the category of Arts and Crafts or is not in keeping with the image of this event. Stars and Stripes Craft Productions reserves the right to remove any exhibitor from any event if the management determines that they have not conformed to the rules and regulations of this contract. Any Exhibitor who is asked to leave an event because of misrepresentation in their original Application/Contract or displaying non-handcrafted items will forfeit any and all monies.
EXHIBITOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Exhibitor shall be liable for delivery, handling, set up and removal of his own display and materials. The registered exhibitor must be present during all hours of the Event and will be expected to exhibit the juried work as represented in the Application/Contract acceptance process through Stars and Stripes Craft Productions. Spaces are not transferable and cannot be partially or totally subleased. Exhibitor must not enter or inspect merchandise in an unattended booth. Exhibitors or Consumers are not to photograph other Exhibitor's merchandise. All sales, publicity and promotion activities conducted by the Exhibitor must be confined to their space. Carnival tactics and the use of a public address system are forbidden. Exhibits must remain intact until the scheduled conclusion of the show. ANYONE PACKING UP EARLY WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE CANCELLED FROM FUTURE SHOW PARTICIPATION AND FORFEIT ANY AND ALL MONIES HELD BY STARS AND STRIPES CRAFT PRODUCTIONS.
TAX LAWS & FACILITY POLICIES: Delaware is a tax free state, however, I have noticed at several of the craft shows in Delaware that I have participated in, people from the Division of Revenue have been checking to see if the vendors have a business license. May I suggest that you contact the State of Delaware and find out if you need one. You can contact them through their web site at or e-mail them at banthony @state.de.us or Greg MacCord at , phone 302-577-8205, or 302-744-1085 or 302-257-5358 or address Delaware Division of Revenue, Carvel State Building, PO Box 8750 Wilmington, De 19899-8750
All pertinent fire codes, laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to health, fire prevention and public safety shall be strictly obeyed and enforced. No alcoholic beverages of any type allowed in Event or on Facility grounds. Weapons of any kind, lighted candles, wicks or incense, straw, hay bales, or live Christmas trees are prohibited unless safety precautions are taken and approved ahead of time. No exhibit shall have a roof system that would impede the fire sprinkler system in any way. All tents or canopies must have flame retardant certificate. No spraying or use of chemicals, such as lacquer, paint, stain, etc. inside the Facility. Helium balloons are prohibited. There will be NOSMOKING INTHEBUILDING.
INSURANCE AND LIABILITY: Exhibitors who desire insurance on their exhibits must purchase their own at Exhibitor's expense. Neither Stars and Stripes Craft Productions, other Exhibitors, nor the Event Facility will assume responsibility for Exhibitors or their employee's personal injury or property lost by theft, robbery, accident, fire or damage. Exhibitor agrees not to be a party to any action, suit, or claim against Stars and Stripes Craft Productions or Event facility. Exhibitor will not allow any part of its exhibit to damage or otherwise interfere with other exhibits, space or general premises and outside grounds, will indemnify and hold harmless Stars and Stripes Craft Productions, or other Exhibitors, or the Facility in the event such damage may occur, whether through the act or omission of Exhibitor, its employees, agents, or Consumer, or from any other source. In case the space shall not be available for the Event due to war, government action or order, act of Mother Nature, fire, strikes, labor disputes, or any causes beyond the control of Stars and Stripes Craft Productions this agreement shall immediately terminate and in such event Exhibitor shall and does hereby waive any claims to damages. Should Stars and Stripes Craft Productions in its sole discretion, consider it inadvisable to hold the Event at the time and place herein provided, Stars and Stripes Craft Productions. may at its option, terminate this agreement, return the sums paid by Exhibitor and there shall be no further liability on the part of either party to the other. The Promoters or the Promoter's estates will not be liable for any refunds or damages due to death or incapacitation due to accident or illness in advance or during any Event dates, resulting in the Event to be canceled. Any legal action necessary for the enforcement of this Contract will be conducted in the City of Dover Delaware Court System.
SECURITY: Blue Hen Corporate Center will provide 24-hour security service during the event. Exhibitors must have an attendant in charge of exhibits each day during event hours. Show Management will not be responsible for, nor be liable for, losses or damages of any kind. No one will be permitted in the building after closing hours. However, we have learned that there are some “mall walkers” in the morning starting at 6:30 AM. Any crafter that would like to come in and stay with their booth at that time, are welcome to, however, may I suggest that you cover your merchandise at night and keep the valuable items with you.
AMENDMENT AND TERMINATION OF CONTRACT: Stars and Stripes Craft Productions shall have full power to interpret and/or amend these Rules & Regulations, which in its discretion shall be in the best interests of the Event. The decision of Stars and Stripes Craft Productions must be accepted as final in
any dispute with Exhibitor or any situation not covered by these Rules and Regulations. This agreement may be terminated by Stars and Stripes Craft Productions at any time on the breach of any of these conditions by the Exhibitor, and there upon all rights of the Exhibitor shall cease and terminate. Any payments made by the Exhibitor in account prior to said termination shall be retained by Stars and Stripes Craft Productions as liquidated damages for such breach. Stars and Stripes Craft Productions may remove exhibit and all items associated with it from Event and Facility, and resell said space.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Exhibitormust notify Stars and Stripes Craft Productions immediately of cancellation, both verbally and in writing. All deposits are non-refundable. No refunds will be granted within 90 days of the show. Exhibitors must be registered two hours prior to show opening. If not, the assigned space may be filled by other applicants on standby notice, and no refund will be given. Last minute cancellations, vehicle breakdowns or other delays should also be reported to Stars and Stripes Craft Productions. 302-632-8299
SET UP HOURS are Friday 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Saturday 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. and Sunday 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 AM. If you need to make special arrangements, please contact us.
SHOW HOURS are Friday, 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Saturday 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 P.M.
For Directions:
To find directions on Internet Map Finders the Blue Hen Corporate Center address is 655 S. Bay Road, Dover Delaware 19901 See Map enclosed, location is listed as #2
The Blue Hen Corporate Center is North of the Dover Air Force Base on Rt. 113, and across from Value City and just South of Target. It is very easy to get to from Rt. 1, Rt. 13 or Rt. 113 in Dover.
Some Hotels that are near by are….
Best Western Galaxy Inn, 1700 E. Lebanon Road, Dover 302-735-4700
Hampton Inn 1658 N. DuPont Hwy. Dover 302-736-3500,
Sheraton N. DuPont Hwy. Dover 302-678-8500 or 1-800-325-3535
Holiday Inn Express 210 N. Dual Hwy. Dover 302-678-0600,
Howard Johnson 561 DuPont Hwy. Dover 302-678-8900,
Fairfield Inn 655 N. DuPont Hwy Dover 302-677-0900,
Comfort Inn US 13 & Lockerman St. Dover 302-674-3300
Comfort Suites 1654 N. DuPont Hwy Dover 302-736-1204
Days Inn 272 N. DuPont Hwy Dover 302-674-8002
Dover Budget Inn 1426 N. DuPont Hwy Dover 302-734-4433
Ramada Inn 1570 N DuPont Hwy Dover 302-678-8500
Red Roof Inn 652 N. DuPont Hwy Dover 302-730-8009
Dover Downs Hotel N. DuPont Hwy Dover 1-866-4-RESERV or 866-473-7378
AmericInn 1259 Corn Crib Rd. Harrington 302-398-3900
Super 8 Motel 17010 S. DuPont Hwy. Harrington 302-398-4206
Super 8 Motel 729 Bay Road Milford 302-422-2777
For the Crafters who travel in RV’s parking is available in the back lot behind The Blue Hen Corporate Center. However, there are NO hook ups in the parking lot, nor is there any dump station. If you need hook ups Killens Pond State Park (302-284-4526) is open year round in Felton, Delaware, which is about 20 minutes from the Blue Hen Corporate Center. The toll free number is 877-98-PARKS or you can go on line at to make reservations
We also ask you to please give us any feed back regarding the show, either things that you partially liked or disliked, or any changes that you would like to see me made for future shows. You can send this feed back to
Some of the questions that we have been asked regarding the shows have been.
What type of building will the craft shows be in? The Corporate Center use to be a shopping mall which now some of the stores have been converted into offices. However, that is why we feel that a Friday evening show would also do well because when they get off of work they will already be at the show.
How are we going to advertise? We are planning to advertise in local Calendar of Events, as well as statewide newspapers, and magazines. We are planning to put up flyers though out the state and nearby points of interest. Last February we contacted two radio stations that ran ads for two weeks, and we had two live remotes at the show on Saturday. We have contacted the local TV stations as well as bill boards however they are too expensive at this time. We also invite all the crafters who plan to participate to include it on their calendar of shows that they may hand out to their customers.
Why did you choose those dates? Those dates were chosen because not a lot of things were going on in the area at that time. Unfortunately, last February we had some unexpected weather, however, that did not stop some people from coming to the show, and spending.
Will there be a lot of buy/sell? We are really trying to minimize the buy/sell. That is one of the reasons why we have gathered business cards, they are a way of pre-jury the show. When the applications are returned to us we are asking that everyone please enclose a detailed description of their craft as well as pictures so that we can also have a formal jury of the show. We are trying to hold it to its name as a true craft show. Anyone selling buy/sell items may be asked to not sell those items, and/or may be asked to leave the show and will forfeit any moneys paid.
Is there a theme to the show? No, not this year, however, that may be a good idea for up coming years.
Will there be security? Yes, please read the application for more details.
Where can I stay while I am there? A list of hotels is part of the application. Please see the application for more details. There are plenty of restaurants here in Dover as well.