Participation/Application as an Exhibitor at the Weaver Market
The Webermarkt is an annual arts and crafts market with a textile focus, held every October at the Museum Tuch + Technik in Neumünster. Artists and artisans can apply until February 28, 2026.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Promotion and presentation of high-quality handcrafted individual pieces in the textile sector as well as related materials (leather, paper) through market participation and sales opportunities.
Eligible to apply
- Individuals
- Founders
- Companies
Funding requirements
- Production of textile unique pieces or objects made of leather/paper
- Submission of completed application documents (registration form, CV, characterization)
- Provision of photos of booth design and work samples
Documents required for application
- Completed application form
- Brief CV including details of artistic career
- Short description of the works and working methods
- Photo of the planned market stand
- Three to five recent digital photos of the marketable works
Evaluation criteria
- Craftsmanship quality
- Design originality
Description
Every October, the Weaver's Market at the Museum Tuch + Technik in Neumünster develops into a significant platform for artisanal one-of-a-kind pieces with a textile focus. Within the large halls, flanked by historic textile machines, around 30 selected exhibitors present unique items from weaving, knitting, felting, and sewing, as well as complementary works made of leather and paper. The event aims to showcase marketable home textiles, sustainable fashion, accessories, and creative paper jewelry and offer them directly for sale. A professional jury, evaluating craftsmanship quality and design originality, selects the participants, thereby creating a diverse offering for visitors from Schleswig-Holstein and beyond.
Interested are artists and artisans who can demonstrate handmade, high-quality unique pieces and wish to present their work at a market. A prerequisite for application by February 28, 2026, is the submission of a completed registration form, a brief CV outlining the artistic background, a concise description of the works, a photo of the planned booth design, as well as three to five digital photos of the saleable objects. Selection is based on craftsmanship precision and design originality. Upon successful admission, exhibitors have access to various booth sizes; inclusive services such as electricity, chairs, tables, and promotional materials are included in the booth rental. The jury’s decision is expected to be announced in March 2026, allowing participants to plan all organizational steps in a timely manner.
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