Bluebelle Local Mercantile — Restaurant in Columbus

I rarely speak out negatively against businesses, however, sometimes criticism can be areas of improvement. I recommended this place to a friend of mine that opened a business recently while they gain their footing before opening on their own in a year. They applied after speaking with one of the ladies upfront and have since heard crickets in the past month. She’s better than I am for not speaking out - Is this how applicants are treated? A nonresponse is expected as rejection? The business itself does have some cute vendor booths inside, which is amazing for those vendors. The issue lies with the fact that they not only state on their website and application that a response will be provided in 5-7 business days but also when asked the status of said application, they move the goal line to 10 business days. They have been incapable of providing feedback or a simple “thank you but you’re not a good fit for us” email in their own stated timeframe. If an application requires additional time, communication costs nothing. But hey, let’s post on social media 12 times a day. With their 13% selling fee plus a monthly rental fee of $50-500, both my friend was willing to pay, you’d think Bluebelle would want people passionate about their small business. My assumption is with the recent news of their future opening of 706social, they’re looking forward to hiking up their selling fee and monthly vendor rental for other small businesses to gain the downtown traffic. Not saying to avoid this place if you’re looking to be a vendor; just go in with expectations that they could leave you high and dry for unknown reasons. There are other local businesses in Columbus and across the bridge that will welcome you...

Bluebelle has many reviews from shoppers and I will let that stand on its on merits. As a vendor since the opening of Bluebelle Artist Market, I am thrilled to rate and review the program from the other direction. The staff is very supportive of the vendors and continues to market our products so that we don't have to be onsite. The ownership is thorough, encouraging, and is business savvy. My monthly commission is ALWAYS paid in full and on time, my artwork and other products for sale are marketed by Facebook and in person as the salespeople offer to help their customers. I have seen booths filled and emptied, but I have always seen a consistent policy that treats vendors with the respect deserved. Anyone interested in sharing their talents and artistry with Columbus and the surrounding area should consider Bluebelle as their own storefront in a...

Unique, amazing fun place to visit. You can go in there every day, and find something new. There are way over 100 small businesses, all under one roof. Crafters, who not just sell an item.....no..they put their heart, soul and love, in each piece they create. The atmospere is friendly......people from all walks of life shop in there......you are greated with a smile, and the owner and her team will make you feel welcome. Kudos for staying open all this time, during these last few months, too. Remember buying crafts from most "little" vendors is not supporting Corporate America....it helps that homemaker - to support the family, it may pay for the kiddos next school trip, or it simply helps with saving for that dream "sewing machine," that will help ,in making even more crafts for you.....us...everyone. I would give it a 6 Star...but I am limited...