Become a Handmade Arcade Member

Handmade Arcade is a nonprofit built around community—artists, makers, and the people who show up for them.

Monthly members help us support local makers year-round, keep our markets accessible, and continue creating space for creativity to thrive. In return, members get a few crafty perks and a closer connection to the work they make possible!

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Empowering

3,000+

makers and counting!

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Photo Credits: South Breeze Photography

  • “Handmade Arcade played a vital role in my business. If it hadn’t been for the Emerging Makers Market in the spring, I might never have had the confidence to start selling—and that’s what led me to where my business is today.”

    — Emily Spooner, Bugaboo Friends

  • "Participating in Handmade Arcade markets got me noticed by other art shows and organizations interested in future partnerships. I sold out every product I made for the 2025 Holiday Market and received invaluable in-person feedback from buyers, which helped me refine my newest product line created specifically for this holiday market."

    — Marieke Van Der Maelen, House of Paidia

  • "Handmade Arcade has opened doors for me to connect with other makers, learn from amazing mentors, and grow as a creative entrepreneur. The BIPOC Maker Accelerator gave me the tools, confidence, and visibility to shape the next chapter of my brand, meet inspiring artists, and share my story with the community."

    — Daynell Marbury, Chantille’s Forever Florals

  • "Through Handmade Arcade, I've been introduced to a network of artists, provided resources, and offered great exposure, giving me the confidence to grow my art business."

    — Sydney Sun, Syd Makes

Join the Community Behind the Makers

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Choose Your Membership Tier

Handmade Helper

$5 MONTHLY

Helps fund our Maker Directory so we can encourage everyone to shop small all year long!

✔ Quarterly donor newsletter with maker stories & behind-the-scenes

✔ Name listed on our Member Wall

✔ Exclusive annual enamel pin

Crafty Collaborator

$10 MONTHLY

Supplies developmental resources for our maker accelerator cohorts and maker education programs!

✔ All Handmade Helper benefits

+ Holiday Market Personal Shopper

Artisan Advocate

$25 MONTHLY

Provides a booth scholarship for a maker in need at one of our markets!

✔ All Crafty Collaborator benefits

+ Exclusive annual maker-created gift

Your membership powers the programs that keep your favorite local makers creating, selling, and connecting with our community.

You can change or cancel your membership at any time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Still curious about how membership works or what it supports? Check out our FAQ or reach out anytime—we love talking about local makers!

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  • Your membership keeps Handmade Arcade programs running year-round. From our Maker Directory to maker education and seasonal markets, all membership dollars fund initiatives that help local makers create, sell, and connect with the community. Learn more about the programs your membership supports in our Maker Support Hub.

  • All members support local makers, but higher tiers come with additional perks like exclusive merch, raffle tickets, personalized holiday shopping recommendations, and an annual maker gift. Think of it as deeper ways to connect with the community you’re helping thrive.

    • Monthly donor newsletter: delivered immediately after you join.

    • Enamel pin (all tiers): pick up at the Emerging Craft Market (August) or Holiday Market (December).

    • Artisan Advocate 2026 maker gift: pick up at the Holiday Market.

    • Raffle tickets: distributed in-person at the Holiday Market.

    • Can’t attend in person? Pins and gifts will be mailed shortly after the Holiday Market!

  • Absolutely! Memberships are flexible. You can change your tier or cancel at any time through your account or by contacting us. We’ll make it easy.

  • Handmade Arcade is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, so your membership may be tax-deductible. We’ll provide a receipt for your records each year, but we recommend checking with your tax professional for guidance.

  • Once you join, your name (formatted as First Name + Last Initial + Neighborhood) will appear on our Member Wall carousel. You can update your neighborhood or opt out at any time.