Are you a craftsperson eager to showcase your handmade artwork?
Are you an artist looking for an opportunity to sell your creations?
Are you a committed “shop local” enthusiast who wants to engage with the community and be part of a festive holiday event?
Sandy Spring Museum is excited to announce an Open Call for the annual 2025 Fine Arts & Crafts Holiday Gift Show, which will run from November 28 (Black Friday) to December 24, 2025.
As a museum devoted to promoting local artists and fostering a more equitable community, we celebrate regional artists of all backgrounds and invite you to be part of this gift show. Don’t miss this chance to share your creativity, connect with fellow artists, and delight the community with your crafts.
Please submit your application by October 17, 2025. The museum will review all applications and notify selected participants by October 24, 2025.
Bring your art, your passion, and your joy to the museum! We can’t wait to see your creations light up the 2025 holiday season!
The 2025 Fine Arts & Crafts Holiday Gift Show is coming!
Paintings, prints, jewelry, fiber arts, ornaments… There’s always something special to find for your loved ones at the Holiday Gift Show! Our Museum Gift Shop will also remain open during the same hours for more unique creations.
The Gift Show opens on Black Friday, November 28.
Early Bird Hour (Museum members only): 9–10 a.m. (interested in becoming a member? Click here)
Public Hours: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
During the Gift Show, the museum will be open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m. for your shopping convenience.
We’re also extending our opening hours to 8 p.m. every Thursday (December 4, 11, and 18). On December 18, you’ll even have the chance to meet our artists in person from 4–8 p.m.!
Join us in celebrating the season and supporting local artists! Let’s make this a warm and joyful holiday together!
Holiday Gift Show Artist
Amanda Hinds
Ariel Shaw
Barbara Dahlberg
Barbara Sweeney
Beth Higgins
Bobbi Kittner
Christina Miles
Connie Caulfield
Dara Kaplan
David Richards
Dolkar Garrett
Elizabeth Lane
Elizabeth Simonson
Ellen White
Elsa Spezio
Haley Holden
Hannah Margolis
Jean Fletcher
Kitman Tsang
Leila Mitchell
Margaret Molinari
Marie Thomas
Mary Claggett
Matt Szychowski
Michelle Schwelling
Mohammad Zabih
Nitaya Chimree
Pam Kaufman
Paula Cleggett
Rebecc Paul
Renee Moloznik
Riya Devi-Ashby
Robert Soule
Robin Ziek
Sharon Termini
Sheryl Walker
Yulia Semchenko
Zhechao Jin
Gift Shop Artists
Abigail Shahar
Alexandra Slezak
Alla and Milana Borovskaia
Barbara Knox
Carl Simon
Carmen Bermudez
Carol Siegel
Cayli McIntosh
Cynthia Miezis
Dareya Cohen
Debby Gould
Dolly Yates
Edna Searles
Hattie Washington
Isabel Bailey
Jackie Miller
John Matuszak
Joy West
Kathy Lynn
Kathy Lyons
Kirsten Candia
Lauren Kingsland
Laurin Goodman
Limor Dekel
Loren Scherbak
Marge Wasson
Marissa Cole
Marta Lopez Teigeiro
Marylou Bono
Melissa Ou
Michael Stein
Nicki Lynch
Nora Caplan
Randi Virts
Roberta Staat
Sarah Sims
Sewit Mengitsu
Sharon Termini
Sheri Bernstein
Sue Garten
Wendy Carballo
Wendy Van Antwerp
Sales and Commission
Sandy Spring Museum will handle all processing of sales and will take a 30% commission fee. All participants are expected to be in attendance for the individual set up and take down of their vendor booth. The craft show will be on display in the museum from November 28 - December 24. All makers are welcome to staff their vendor tables on the opening day (Black Friday). Museum staff will let artists know if their products are running low for an opportunity to replenish their station.
Application and Notification
Deadline for craft vendor applications is October 17, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST.
This is a juried show. Space is limited and artists will be notified of participation selection by October 24, 2025.
Once the museum receives the membership payments from selected artists by November 7, 2025, we will notify the artists of the next steps.
Participation Criteria
All works must be handmade.
All artwork on display must be for sale.
The price range the museum recommends is between $10 and $150. This is not a requirement. Vendors set their own prices.
All participating artists should be Maryland residents. Artists may need to restock inventory, depending upon sales.
Any wall hanging artwork will be ready to hang, framed with a hanging wire upon arrival on the installation days (November 24-26, 2025).
No perishable food products, loose glitter, strong chemicals that require ventilation, dirt, or decaying ephemera will be permitted.
Please bring your own table if needed. The museum will not be able to provide tables. There are a limited number of display pedestals that may be available. Please inquire.
Liability
The artist(s) are responsible for insuring their work while on display at the Museum. The artist(s) are responsible for any losses or damage to your artwork due to theft, fire, water, or other accidents. The Museum is NOT responsible for lost or damaged items.
Please send any questions to Exhibit Coordinator, Yu Jie. Thank you.