We are a collective of artists, crafters, and vintage collectors sharing the character and creativity of the New River Valley region of Virginia and West Virginia. Our vision is to build a community and destination filled with unique and inspiring items and makers; a place with “Only Good Vibes” and good people.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Handmade items; original art; seasonal flowers, fruits, and local plants
Items that represent Appalachian culture and traditions
Vintage items (30+ years old)
Unique and original designed items, including printed items
Repurposed or upcycled items, including furniture, outdoor decor
Artists, artisans, and crafters interested in teaching workshops or classes
WHAT WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING
MLM merchandise or other mass-produced items/product lines
Damaged or soiled vintage or resale items
Art or craft items that are unfinished or finished in a way that presents a
Items unsuitable for a family-oriented environment (18+ imagery, language, etc.)
INTERESTED IN JOINING THE VILLAGE?
WE DO NOT ACCEPT PHYSICAL ITEMS FOR REVIEW.
PLEASE USE THE PROCESS BELOW:
Email us at newrivervv@gmail.com OR
Business name, if applicable
Website, if applicable
General description of work/items (a full inventory is NOT needed at this time)
up to 10 photos of examples of your work/items
If you do not have internet access, please call us at 540-626-3695 to
schedule an appointment to meet with our staff.
After accepted, Vendor Application one-time fee is $25.
Rent is due on the 1st of the month. Consignment vendors fees are 25% of sales,
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD APPLICATION
Benefits of Being a Vendor with New River Vendors Village
● The NRVV Storefront is in a high traffic area and great retail location.
● NRVV provides a cozy atmosphere, full of character and charm with like minded and gifted
merchants and artisans.
● The storefront is a secure and safe area for shopping and community interaction.
● A climate controlled sales floor with state of the art surveillance system (24/7) provides safety
and security for vendors and shoppers.
● Adequate customer parking is available on the street, parking lot across the street and at the rear of the building.
● Promotions for vendors and events are provided through social media channels including Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Youtube featuring merchandise and vendor profiles,
● Community events and general Giles County information.
● Newsletters and special events will be developed to promote the business and each vendor.
● Professional Point of Sale merchant tools and equipment will be used to handle all transactions.
● Monthly reports will be provided in order to pay vendors according to their contract agreement.
● Store hours of operation are tentatively set for Thursday through Sunday.
Thursday and Friday: 11:00am to 6:00pm, Saturday and Sunday: 11:00am to 4:00pm.
● NRVV will be a good resource for networking, staging and merchandising ideas, small business support and troubleshooting.
● Class and meeting areas for our clients/patrons are offered. It’s a way to share our love for what we do or what we make.
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