Membership is FREE
Joining AMS costs nothing and gives you access to a community of like-minded, highly motivated, and skilled artisans just like you! Connect with fellow makers, share experiences, learn from each other, and grow your business together.
What You Get
- Access to curated events across the DC Metro area
- Booth space at premium venues in Virginia, Maryland & beyond
- Marketing and promotional support
- Special member pricing for all events and AMS University courses
- Access to Monthly Town Hall Meetings
- Community networking events
- Business mentorship opportunities
- Featured in our gallery and social media
Monthly Events
Year-round opportunities
Requirements
- Handmade products (no resale items)
- Active business license (or in process)
- Commitment to quality craftsmanship
- Professional presentation standards
- Participation in previous years' events
- Maintain good standing with the team
- Occasional volunteering at events
- Willingness to share your time and knowledge with others
Our Promise
We're committed to helping every member succeed. Our team provides ongoing support, resources, and opportunities to help you grow your business.
Artisans Love AMS
"Joining AMS was the best decision for my jewelry business. The community support and event opportunities have transformed my hobby into a thriving business."
Sarah M.
Jewelry Designer
"The mentorship and education programs helped me understand pricing and marketing. My sales have increased 60% since joining."
Marcus T.
Woodworker
"Being part of this collective means I'm never alone in my business journey. The camaraderie among artisans is invaluable."
Elena R.
Ceramics Artist
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about becoming an AMS vendor and growing your artisan business with us.
Getting started is easy! Simply fill out our contact form expressing your interest in becoming a vendor. Our team will review your application and reach out to discuss your handmade products and how you can participate in upcoming events. There's no cost to join our community—membership is completely FREE!
We host a variety of events including artisan markets at wineries and breweries, corporate team-building workshops, community fundraisers, holiday pop-up shops, and our signature Festival of Trees. Each event is carefully curated to provide maximum exposure for our artisans and an exceptional experience for shoppers.
Not at all! One of the unique benefits of AMS is our consignment model. You can deliver your products to us, and we'll sell them on your behalf at multiple events. This means your products can be in several places at once, maximizing your sales opportunities while you focus on creating more beautiful work.
We welcome all handmade, artisan-crafted products including jewelry, pottery, textiles, woodwork, fine art, home decor, candles, soaps, and more. The key requirement is that items must be handmade—we don't accept mass-produced or resale items. This ensures the quality and uniqueness our customers expect.
We operate on a membership model with options to fit different needs. Members receive special pricing on event participation and AMS University courses. When your items sell, payments are processed through our unified checkout system, and you receive credit for all your sales. Contact us to learn about our current membership options.
AMS University offers educational seminars and workshops designed to help artisans grow their businesses. Topics include product pricing strategies, marketing and social media, booth display tips, customer engagement, and business planning. Members receive special pricing on all courses.
Our events are curated shopping experiences, not traditional booth-based craft fairs. We stage products throughout beautiful venues, creating an inviting atmosphere where shoppers can browse casually. We often include live demonstrations, make-and-take activities, and entertainment. Every item is professionally tagged and tracked through our centralized checkout system.