Mark Your Calendar
The Guild has 2 sales a year. Sales take place on the last weekend in April and third weekend in November each year. Read below to learn how you can participate.
Everything in one place to help you prepare to participate in Mississauga Potters’ Guild Sales.
Sales are open to ALL members of the Mississauga Potters’ Guild: General, Studio, Studio Lite and RAM members in good standing.
General Show Guidelines
Ceramic work of all kinds can be sold at our sales – functional, sculptural, jewelry, decorations, planters and outdoor garden items.
- Items should be stable and have smooth bottoms
- No kiln wash on any surfaces
- No commercial bisque ware or use of commercial moulds
- You may accessorize or embellish your work (for example, with metal, glass, wood or ribbon) but it must present primarily as a ceramic item.
- Items must be fit for purpose and not have any
- chips or cracks
- unsafe, sharp, brittle of fragile edges
Functional Ware
- Glaze finish must not contain lead or lead frits
- All finishes to be used with food must be food safe
- No commercial bisque ware
Non-Functional Ware
- Hanging pieces must have grooves, hooks, wires or holes strong enough to support the piece when hung
- Any repairs with glue must be invisible
Tips for participating in our sales:
Creating an inventory throughout the year is the best way to prepare for a sale.
All tables will have floor length black tablecloths. We recommend that you bring your own background to best showcase your work.
You can also use props to show function (e.g., by putting flowers in a vase). Don’t use electronics (batteries are acceptable).
Pre-planning your table is a good practice. You may wish to bring:
- business cards
- a bio and/or artist’s statement
- risers
- plate holders
If this is your first sale, speak to the sales team and other tenured members to get some ideas on how to successfully plan for your first sale.
Happy potting!
