Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I enter into a vendor agreement with Coffer and Hutch?
If you sell with us, you’ll receive the following:
- A physical space in our store to showcase your work
- Maintenance of that space (cleanliness, replenishment of product)
- Coffer and Hutch’s sales team during business hours
- Marketing campaigns run by Coffer and Hutch
- eCommerce store available for customers to shop 24/7
- A personal online vendor login with access to view and update inventory and track sales
- C&H will cover transaction processing fees associated with your product at store level
- C&H will bag/package sold items, saving you the time and cost
- Monthly payouts resulting from sales of your product
- Storage space – your overstock inventory can be stored in our facility for quick replenishment
- C&H can, upon your direction, operate as a designated pickup space for your customers’ orders
How are my items priced?
You set your own prices! You also have the freedom to change your prices through an online portal – simply let us know if you’ve made a change and we’ll reflect it in store!
All that we ask is that your prices are comparable to similar items that you’re elsewhere – for example, if you’re selling candles on Instagram, please price your Coffer and Hutch product the same way.
How can I track my sales?
Log in to your online portal to track your inventory and sales in real time!
Do you have insurance to cover my items?
Coffer and Hutch carries general liability insurance and coverage for our business property. Since the items that you consign with us do not belong to us, you may wish ensure that items of particular value are covered under your insurance. All property remains yours until sold.
How do I make money by being a vendor?
When your product sells in our store, Coffer and Hutch takes 20% commission and gives you the rest on a monthly basis. Every month, you’ll receive an eTransfer (or cheque for a nominal fee) for your portion of all sales from the previous calendar month.
What if I want to end my contract early?
You absolutely can; however, we’ll require 7 days’ notice to have your items ready to be handed back to you, and a fee of one month’s space rental will apply.
Where will my product be displayed in your store?
We do our best to place vendors in the best possible locations in our showroom – we want to limit internal competition as much as possible, so rest assured we won’t place your items directly adjacent to anything similar. Your product will stand out!
I make artwork based on large franchises. Can I sell them at Coffer and Hutch?
Unfortunately we cannot sell any items that are trademarked, are protected under copyright, or are mass-produced. We’re looking for unique products that show who you are and what you can do!
How do I get a space at Coffer and Hutch?
First, apply with us to be a vendor! If approved, we offer 2 packages:
Package 1:
Requires:
- An initial fee of $45 to sell product within Coffer and Hutch
- A monthly vendor rental fee of $25
- An artisan fee of 20% of each item sold
Grants the artisan:
- Access to own online portal for inventory input/photo upload
- Initial, one-time input and photographing of inventory (max. 20 pieces)
Package 2:
Requires:
- An initial fee of $45 to sell product within Coffer and Hutch
- A monthly vendor rental fee of $35
- An artisan fee of 20% of each item sold
Grants the artisan:
- Access to own online portal for inventory input/photo upload
- Continual account management – inventory input and photographing with each drop off