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Rules for Smithville Jamboree Crafts Festival Exhibitors
 
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OFFICIAL STATE & NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
SMITHVILLE FIDDLERS’ JAMBOREE & CRAFT FESTIVAL

Smithville, Tennessee, 37166 • Telephone (615) 597-8500

Rules for Smithville Jamboree Crafts Festival

 

(1) Fee- $100.00

(2) DEADLINE – March 31st.  Only those who pre-register and pay at the previous Jamboree will be assured their booth space back.  All others will be placed on a first come, first serve basis.

(3) NO REFUNDS AFTER MAY 31ST.

(4) Handcrafted Items Only - Items will be juried.  Photos are required for items new   to the show (not from previous years).  One photo of booth and two of craft item.

(5) No store bought items – hats, jewelry, feathers, etc.
Embellished items are eligible only if accepted by the jurying committee and attached and attached to handmade items.  If there is a question, be prepared to prove that you are the actual crafter.

(6)  All articles must be strictly handmade and the work of the exhibitor unless otherwise O.K.’d by the Jamboree Craft Committee.  If you arrive with an article other than or different from that which has been approved, you will be asked to put said item away, move to another location, or asked to leave the show altogether.  If you have falsified your application and have entered items that are not handmade as being so, you will be asked to leave. 

(7) No Food Allowed for resale or display.  No canned goods accepted of any kind.  No food samples are allowed. 

(8) Displays on wheels are vehicles not allowed. 

(9)  Space 12 ft. X 12 ft. NO EXCEPTIONS!  Spaces may not be extended into fire lanes, cross throughs or electrical spaces.  Booths do not include open spaces, so do not design your booth for an open space.  Open spaces are not guaranteed to stay in the same location each year and can be moved at the discretion of the Jamboree Committee.
CRAFTS AND PERSONAL PROPERTY MUST BE CONTAINED INSIDE ALLOTTED SPACE.  If your neighbor does not show up, do not use the empty space for your items or personal property.

(10) You may NOT move from your designated space for any reason without permission from the Jamboree Office. “NO EXCEPTIONS”

(11) No stakes, nails, screws, or canopy guy lines allowed.  Do not set up booths on sidewalks.

(12) Fire lane 10 ft. away from building.

(13) Bring at least 200 ft. of outside utility extension cord, 3 prong grounded plug.

(14) Crafters are responsible for all cords, tables, leveling material etc.

(15) Cords must be secured by duct tape in traffic areas and walkways.

(16) You are required to post your name and booth number in plain sight.

(17) Keep space neat, attractive and clean from papers and trash.

(18) Set up time: Thursday night after 6:00 PM and Friday morning before 10:00 AM.  Booth removal 10:00 PM Saturday night.  Anyone who removes booths before stated time will not be invited back.

(19) No vehicles allowed on square until officials feel it is safe to do so.  You will know when the barriers are removed from end of streets.

(20) Although we don’t foresee any problems, we reserve the right to make changes as we see fit, within reason.  You will be notified of these changes before the show starts Friday.

(21) The Jamboree Officials will have the final say.

(22) The town of Smithville and the Jamboree Committee will not be responsible for any loss, damage, or accident that may occur to any person or vehicle.  We have taken every precaution to assure your safety and that you have a pleasant experience at the Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree and Craft Festival.

(23) All refund checks not cashed within 90 days will be void.

(24) Bad checks as well as stop payment checks will have a $20.00 service charge and you will not be invited back.

(25) Rudeness will not be tolerated by anyone, including US!

(26) Anyone displaying threatening or abusive behavior will be asked to leave or will be escorted out of the show by police.

(27) All crafters must check in at the registration table at the south end of the courthouse before setting up.

We at the Jamboree try our best to follow the guidelines set up by the Jamboree Board.  The above rules are to help your visit to the Jamboree a pleasant one and to help make sure there are no misunderstandings.  If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.

When you sign in at the show you are stating that you understand and agree to obey the above rules.  Good luck, we can’t wait to see you at the Jamboree.  

All Craft Booths will be judged in the awards competition.

 

Exhibitors are may want to bring the following items to assure comfort and convenience.

A box fan for comfort

Box Fan
 

3 light fixtures with spring loaded gripping clamp
or other suitable clamp or stand and extra bulbs

Clamping Lights
 

In addition to the required 200 feet of outdoor grade electrical extension cord bring 1 or more power strips
or surge protectors with multiple outlets

Power Strip

 

Click Here to Download a Craft Registration Form
and a copy of the Rules and Regulations

Telephone

615-597-8500

Mail
Smithville Fiddlers' Jamboree
P.O. Box 83
Smithville, TN 37166
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We look forward to seeing you at the
Smithville Fiddlers' Jamboree and Craft Festival!


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