Comments from our optional, anonymous surveys:

“Sagebrush markets are simply the best option in Boise. The intention that goes into choosing a diverse group of artists and mediums is palpable. There is a strong, welcoming community feel - and artists range from emerging sellers to very experienced vendors, which I really appreciate. The marketing leading to the event is amazing and truly highlights each vendor's craft. And the community turn out is insane!!! Sooo many people showed up!! I am beyond grateful for this opportunity and the privilege to be part of such a beautiful community. THANK YOU SO MUCH!”

“The market was absolutely fantastic! I am so impressed with what you pulled off. The vendor selection was incredible and the customers were amazing. The crowd your event(s) bring in is so, so lovely. I also want to note that I mentioned to a few vendors that I wasn't sure what to expect going in, because it was a new market and I have never been part of a confluence market, and every single one of them shared that "anything Jes does is incredible, so I wasn't worried." What a reputation!! :)”

“This is IBO :) The students all had overwhelmingly positive things to say! A few of them made more than $100 but most made less than $100 (which is about what I would have expected for newbies selling a few stickers) I just wanted to note that so that their low # response doesn't skew your results or make you think they had a bad time :) Thank you!!”

“Hmmm, maybe if we had a number to call for the volunteers to take a bathroom break. Also, I thought the passport idea was so fun and such a great way to engage with everyone, I would love to donate something to that and I'm sure other vendors would as well if you are interested!”

“I was there as an emerging artist and I feel like it would have been super helpful to have been able to attend on Saturday as well. Just because it’s more foot traffic but I know you were just getting us warmed up and didn’t want to overwhelm the emerging artists!”

“I was so excited to try this one as the inaugural market. I’m so glad I did. I’ve now applied for the holiday market also and I’m hoping I can get in. I would love to do this summer market again in the future.”

“Loved everything! The only thing is maybe a little more space so I can sit behind my table and not be touching the gal behind me. (I was a table that had a table behind me) other than that it was amazing!”

“The whole vibe was great, starting with the tone set by the organizers. Also, people really seemed to enjoy having a drink while shopping. It felt more like an event than a market. Super great!”

“The best market I've ever done, hands down. Wonderful customers, record-breaking sales, incredible market managers and volunteers who were so helpful, lovely other vendors. It was just so good.”

“Can't thank you enough for allowing me to be a part of your market! There was such a strong sense of community and love for all things handmade. Thank you!”

“Looooved having the volunteers to help with set up/ bathroom breaks/ food/ etc! That made a huge difference in the experience and was greatly appreciated.”

“No notes from me other than the above question. Thank you for working your butts off and making this such a success.”

“I loved being immersed in the diversity that Boise offers. There was so much love and hugs and good vibes.”

“Really nice job, you truly care about art in the mountain west and you are a light in the community.”

“Sagebrush Markets are my favorite market experience! Keep doing what you’re doing, you’re amazing!”

“You are doing such a good job and I am constantly inspired by all you are doing for the community!”

“Thank you so much for all the work you put in to organizing this market! I’m really new to this world and all of your clear communication in your emails really put my mind at ease. You drew the crowd I really needed for my work. I was able to connect with people in a way that really struggled to in my non-juried local show this summer. It was so encouraging that I can have success locally. My work is kind of different and I have such a slow process that my price point is, at least currently, a little on the higher end. I think Sagebrush’s ethos drew the people who see and appreciate what I do. Your care really shows in all the decisions you make and the way you run your business. I appreciate you and everything you’re doing for your community 💕”

“Loved the smaller, more intimate feeling of this show, as compared to larger shows with 100+ vendors shoved into in a giant room. It is incredible that "doing good" is built into the show - support of the Intermountain Bird Observatory, experiencing the first-time vendor upstairs selling out of their goods (and that we all got to be a part of that), sustainability focused vendors all around, a required donated item to give for the raffle; all of these actions add to the mission and camaraderie of the group.”

“I made $1,270! Amazing one day sale! Surprisingly I didn’t make any sales until 9:57 and after 3:50pm I only sold to other vendors. It was a long day, I’m not sure, it seems like all shows have these dead spots at the start and end. If you made it shorter would that shorten the good window of sales? Hard to have any feedback with over $1k! Thank you!”

“Such a great market! I love that you do the raffles for a different non-profit every time. Thanks for organizing!”

“The diversity was beautiful! It means so much to me to get to participate in a market that is focused on sustainability, inclusion, and slow-made/handmade products. I loved the music variety and I thought the flow of traffic and booths was better than the first year; it felt more open. I didn't know which food trucks were going to be there, but maybe that's just me not paying attention to that detail. I would have liked to know more about the food/beverage options including how early/late they'd be serving.”

“So good! Got a lot of great feedback from friends who attended as well. Hope to return next year!”

“Best sales ever for any market I’ve done.”

“Love Sagebrush and I love the Holiday Market! It's easily one of my favorite markets I do during the year. :)”

“Everything was great.”

“Everything was wonderful!! Absolutely loved the market! Vendors and shoppers were so kind and friendly! Can’t wait for next year!”

T”he market went amazing. One thing i noticed was that i only had a volunteer check on me once near the very end. I get it, it was so busy, but there were a few times i had to leave my stall unmanned, but watched by a neighbor, to use the bathroom. Also one suggestion would to maybe put arrows on the floor and try to encourage a flow of traffic in one direction because there was a lot of clogging in the corners. But also it’s a small space and hard to control. Other than that i had an amazing time and would love to do it again!”

“Love being included in your events. You give a shit and it shows!”

“Excellent market! ♥️”

“Had a great time! Thank you for having me!”

“I love this market and am so honored to have been part of it.”

“This show is the best. Layout a little cramped but otherwise great, and I understand that we want the most artists possible to have this opportunity. Amazing job as usual y'all.”

“Thank you so much for organizing! I thought that the array of artists was wonderful, and it was the perfect amount of vendors. The traffic flow worked out and there were unique artists displaying a huge range of products and art styles. There was definitely a community and collaborative feel to the event. Hugely impressed and made almost as much in sales as I did in 2 days at Wintry Market.. hugeee success! Thank you thank you”

“I absolutely loved this market. The vendors were all so kind, the audience was so supportive and showed up. I appreciated customers talking about coming from Sagebrush promoting the event, or seeing it online which tells me Jess went the extra mile with advertising. I appreciated the use of the artist buttons especially when networking with other vendors. Yes the venue was tight, but I didn’t feel uncomfortable with my space.”

“I was a first timer and had no idea what to expect. It was a really good sale day and also great for my exposer as a new maker in the area. Will definitely hope to be included again in the future!”

“This market was the best experience from the perspective of a fellow vendor. Amazing job coordinating and communicating!!! I would love to do more events with Sagebrush!”