Become a Vendor at The Market

A cozy space for small businesses to shine without the stress of running your own storefront. At The Market at Shop Near the Corner, vendors rent space inside our downtown Le Mars shop to display, style, and sell their products. 

We take care of the daily operations so you can focus on what you do best like creating, and growing your business. We’re proud to offer a range of flexible booth sizes, from Shelfs to booths, starting at just $48/month for our 4x4 space and a 90/10 commission. With no long-term contracts, just a simple 60-day commitment, The Market is a low-risk, high-reward opportunity for local entrepreneurs looking to reach more customers. 

What to expect:

  • Full-Time Retail Hours: You don’t need to be in shop. We handles daily operations, customer service, and sales while you focus on your craft. Open 6 days a week. 
  • POS System & Sales Reports Easily enter your inventory from home through our vendor portal. Stop in and print barcode stickers for you to tag your items. Monthly payouts and clear sales reports are included. Sales are emailed each day or can be viewed from the vendor portal on your laptop/phone.
  • Packaging Supplies Provided We supply bags, and packaging materials for purchases made in-store. No need to bring your own!
  • Social Media Promotion We regularly feature vendors on our social channels and promote your business through events, photos, and content.
  • Flexible Rental Terms Booths start at low as $48/month with only a 60-day commitment making it easy to grow at your own pace.

A Supportive Small Biz Community You're not just renting a space. You’re joining a collective of passionate, & local entrepreneurs.

What We Expect From Our Vendors: We’re building a space that feels welcoming, beautiful, and thoughtfully curated for customers and vendors alike.

To keep The Market running smoothly, we ask vendors to meet the following expectations:

  • Curate Your Booth With Care Each space should reflect a boutique-style aesthetic. No plastic shelving, bins, or folding tables. We encourage creative displays and clean, styled setups that fit our cozy, curated vibe.
  • Keep Your Booth Clean & Organized Your space should always be tidy, dust free, and well stocked. Inventory should be easy to browse and items clearly tagged.
  • Refresh Regularly To keep shoppers coming back, vendors are expected to rotate products and refresh displays at least once a month or more often if you’re able too!
  • Tag All Inventory Properly All items must be tagged before hitting the floor using our printed barcode stickers. Untagged or loose items will be held at the front until properly labeled.
  • Approved Inventory Only. Most items should be handmade, or approved vintage/antique/collectibles/resell items.
  • Be Engaged We encourage vendors to participate in our local events, and social media sharing to boost visibility for everyone. We’re better when we collaborate! 

Give Notice if Needed We only require a 60-day commitment, then you’re month-to-month but we ask for a 14-day notice if you plan to step away so we can prepare accordingly.

We're especially excited to welcome vendors who offer:

  • Paper Goods – Cards, journals, stickers, stationery, and thoughtful paper gifts 
  • Handmade or Assembled Jewelry- dainty, bold, quirky, or personalized pieces
  • Original Art & Prints – local artwork, or handcrafted décor
  • Accessories & Leather Goods – Wallets, keychains, purses, belts
  • Boutique Clothing (XS–3XL) – Trendy, or statement pieces
  • Gifts & Novelties – Fun finds, & small giftable,
  • Baked Goods & Kitchen Items – Shelf stable treats, mixes, and culinary accessories
  • Kid & Tween Products – Toys, games, clothing, or family-friendly items

If you’re passionate about what you make or curate & ready to showcase your work in a welcoming downtown space we’d love to hear from you!