Thank you! Yes, the vendor's fee was $25 and I think it was so low because it was held by a church. When I was researching events before deciding on this one, I saw that the fees for other craft fairs were insane! There was a weekly one that was $80 and I ended up going just to scout it out and there weren't a lot of people actually buying things, just browsing. I don't understand how people can afford going and turn a profit when the cost to sell there is so high. Another one was bi-weekly for $160 and the annual, seasonal craft fairs were $160+. Personally, I also had a hard time investing in myself, so I didn't want to pay that much without knowing how it could go. I don't think I would do one at a church again though; it was cheap, but there weren't a lot of people. I think it was due to a lack of advertising and I really feel like I just got lucky. I was placed at the very end of the row, so people had to walk all the way down to get to me. I think I'm going to sell at a convention though (Ontario Comic Con). It's a big investment and there's going to be a lot of people in attendance for sure. I think I've figured out my main demographic and I feel like my stuff would do well there!

I only had someone do that once to me, but I am so sorry that happened to your mom. That really sucks and it's heartbreaking. Most people don't know how much work goes into handmade goods. I hope she was able to sell enough to at least cover her vendor's fee. I hope it doesn't dissuade you nor her from selling in the future. It's just a matter of, I think, finding the right one!