Explore the wide range of items that Good Things’ artist and makers sell inside our vending machines. You’ll also find some classic GOOD THINGS and other treasures we love dearly.
Tell us what you are thinking about vending in the form below. Please include any relevant links and images. This will help us understand how your item(s) will fit into the machines.
Package a sample. Using the packaging info in the next section, please create a mock up of your item. We have lots of recommendations on cost-effective, eco-friendly ways to package. You can email me, steph@goodthingsvending.com, with any questions!
** please MAKE SURE the sample includes your name and contact info as submitted in the application **
Samples can either be mailed to our HQ:
Good Things Vending
P.O. Box 480209
6977 W Oakton St.
Niles IL
60714
Or
Dropped at Lots'a during open hours (Thurs - Sat 12p - 6p) , clearly labeled for GOOD THINGS.
4150 N Elston Ave
Chicago IL
60618
If you would like your sample returned to you please INCLUDE a return envelope with address and postage.
If the sample item is a fit we like to start with 10 - 20 of an item, this generally fills a whole row and gives us a good chance to see how they move. Once we confirm the item is stock ready we will send you another form to fill out for payment info and inventory tracking.
Payment for your items will be sent when items are sold out.
If items do not sell in a few months we may send remaining items back with payment for any sold.
You can pull your work at any time.
A: The truth is we don't always know! Each location is different and we learn most by trying. We know folx love a mystery item, we know Kaiser Tiger loves cats and the Chicago Cultural Center loves a Chicago flag. Everyone one that uses a machine has their own taste so we try to curate a wide range!
A: Artists have sold zines, stickers, enamel pins, stuffed animals, croc charms, magnets, temporary tattoos, keychains, teeny canvases, wearable art like hair pins and bandanas. We’ve sold miniature rugs and figurines and cassettes. The point is: the sky’s the limit. So are vending machine dimensions. What kind of work sells best? Steph, Dave on this. You can see other artist’s past work on our website and join the Good Things artist discord here.
Reach out! Discord is a great place to connect with us and a growing community of artists who might also have answers or the same questions! You can also send us an email to info@goodthingsvending.com.
Explore the wide range of items that Good Things’ artist and makers sell inside our vending machines. You’ll also find some classic GOOD THINGS and other treasures we love dearly.
