The Craft Shop holds three annual Craft Sales at the SIU Student Center: the Family Weekend Craft Sale, the Holiday Craft Sale, and the Valentine's Day Craft Sale. Over the last 47 years, craft vendors from the community have come together at these events to sell their professional, quality handmade wares. All Craft Sales are open to the public.
All SIU Craft Sale communication will be done with Stephanie, Craft Shop Coordinator, via email craftshop@siu.edu. Please be aware of scammers of craft sale events on social media. We will not solicit any information on social media.
Family Weekend Craft Sale
Student Center, 1st floor Art Gallery
Friday, September 11, 2026, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Registration for 2026 - 2027 sales open Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at noon.
Deadline to apply: Monday, August 31 by 5 p.m.
If you are a new vendor to our craft sales, please submit 5 images of your work for review by emailing craftshop@siu.edu. Please do not send in your application until our panel approves your work.
If you have participated in the past 5 years, there is no need to send in images.
See the registration form for entry requirements.
Each year the SIU Saluki Family Weekend celebration brings excitement to the Student Center. Hundreds of parents, students, and members of the southern Illinois community participate many campus events.
Thursday, December 3, 2026 & Friday, December 4, 2026, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Registration for 2026 - 2027 sales open Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at noon.
Deadline to apply: Friday, November 13 by 5 p.m.
If you are a new vendor to our craft sales, please submit 5 images of your work for review by emailing craftshop@siu.edu. Please do not send in your application until our panel approves your work.
If you have participated in the past 5 years, sending in images is unnecessary.
See the registration form for entry requirements.
Our sale focuses on handmade art and craft.
Our annual Holiday Art & Craft Sale is a major event sponsored by the Student Center Craft Shop. This art and craft sale features approximately 80 local and regional Artists and Craftspeople working in various media including ceramics, fibers, glass, wood, drawing, painting, jewelry, handmade items for the body or home, and more! All items must be well crafted and handmade seen application for details.
Friday, February 12, 2027, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Annual event held on Friday before Valentine's Day)
Registration for 2026 - 2027 sales open Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at noon.
Deadline to apply: Friday, Feburary 5 by 5 p.m.
If you are a new vendor to our craft sales, please submit 5 images of your work for review by emailing craftshop@siu.edu. Please do not send in your application until our panel approves your work.
If you have participated in the past 5 years, there is no need to send in images.
See the registration form for entry requirements.
The Valentine’s Day Craft Sale fits the bill for those searching for the perfect gift for someone special. The sale occurs the Friday before Valentines each year. This unique one-day sale includes everyone from SIU faculty, staff, and students to the local community shops.
