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2026 Tablescape Competition!

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If you have an eye for styling and love setting the perfect table—whether it's for a major holiday or just because it's Tuesday—this competition is for you! Show us your skills at Our First-Ever Tablescaping Competition To Be Held During ​

Finders Harvest Market Sep 19, 2026! 

1st, 2nd & 3rd place Prizes including Market Cash, perks and of course Bragging Rights!! 

BUSINESS ADVERTISEMENTS OR PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS ARE NOT PERMITTED WITHIN DESIGN SPACE.

OVERVIEW     

  • SETUP - Friday, Sep 18 from Noon -6pm. Table Design must be finished by 6pm

  • COMPETITION DATE - Saturday, Sep 19, 9-3pm 

  • LOCATION - Progress City, 1 College Park, Decatur, IL (next to Richland Community College)

  • Public Voting - Saturday, Sep 19 between 9am-1pm 

  • Winners Announced - Approximately 1:30 pm

  • Take down - 3pm - 5pm Saturday following the close of market. Designs MUST remain up until 3pm

  • Must be 18 or older 

  • Participants may have up to 1 additional person assist with setup. 

  • Entry Fee is $20. Includes reserved competition display space and perks. 

  • PERKS - 2 Free entry tickets to Finders Harvest Market, Exclusive early entry/shopping, opportunity to connect with other creatives and hundreds of potential "I'd love to hire you" clients! 

  • Winners will be selected by peoples choice voting (Market shoppers)

  • Prizes: 

    • 1st Place - $200 Market Cash to spend on unique goods at the vendor booths of your choice

    • 2nd Place - $50 Market Cash

    • 3rd Place - $25 Market Cash​

COMPETITION DETAILS & RULES     

  • Each participant will be assigned a space inside one of the pole barns (concrete floors) 

  • Each participant must bring a 36"x36" square table (folding table/game table) along with all items needed for your design (tablecloths/fabrics, dishes, centerpieces, flatware, drinkware, florals, decor, props)  

  • ​​Participants will need to include their design concept with the application. examples:  Mid-century modern, Victorian Tea Party, In the Country, Lets Go Camping, Retro Revival, French Bistro, Cozy Fall, Winter Wonderland, etc  No Halloween themed designs 

  • Lighting must be LED or battery operated. No open flames. 

  • Display Space may Not include

    • Business advertising or promotional materials of any kind 

    • Real food or liquids

    • Due to space limitations no additional free standing items are permitted - chairs, rugs, etc

  • Display must include a table setting for 2 guests (dinnerware, flatware, drinkware, etc)

  • No disposable tableware is permitted (unless pre-approved for design concept)

  • All designs must remain on display for the entire market duration until 3pm. No early removal is permitted.  

  • Finders Market reserves the right to reject any application or design that is objectionable or unsuitable.

  • Finders Market reserves the right to adjust displays as needed for safety, event flow or compliance.

  • Displays must be taken down and removed by 5pm on market day, Sat, Sep 19. 

MEDIA RELEASE & LIABILITY WAIVER

By participating in the Tablescape Competition, you agree to the following: ​

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  • ​You consent to being photographed, filmed or interviewed and allow the use of photos to be used by Finders Market for promotional purposes.

  • You are solely responsible for your personal items and materials. You agree to hold Finders Market, Brush College LLC and/or any of it's staff or crew blameless for any loss, damage or theft. 

  • Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. Finders Market, Brush College LLC and/or any of it's employees, or crew assume no liability for injury, property damage or unforeseen incidents. Participants are encouraged to insure their entry privately if they need such protection.

READY?

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