I've done the PA vintage fair in December and it wasn't that good. I was one of the lucky ones who just broken even (came out with a whole £25 profit!). Many of the dealers lost money after renting vans, travelling, hiring staff and the guy next to me didn't sell one thing all day and he had some rare things!
I had brought all my best stuff (nothing newer than the 60's) but everyone seemed to want jewellery and 80's designer stuff like Chanel which I don't carry. I sold a lot of small things like Deco hair combs, stockings, some girdles, antique baby clothing but no one was biting for the true 30's- 50's vintage peices I had and no one even looked at my Victorian corset.
I dunno, maybe it was just the time of year, I may try it one more time at a different time of year but it's a lot of money to gamble and a long way to travel (for me) to make a £25 profit.
Edwin's fairs are quite good but as with anything, you tend to do better and some than others depending on your stock and the customer type. I did well at Cheltenham as the people there were the type that liked my stock but some others didn't do very well who sold different things to what I carry. I like Bristol as there is a good mix at that one but unfortunately, I can't make the upcoming one due to things going on. I'll be at the one after though.
The Nottingham one is very student oriented so there are things that I don't bother bringing. I always do consistent at his fairs though and they are good value for money.
It's just getting to know which fairs suit you.
Edwin's website is:
http://www.blindlemonvintage.co.uk/index.html
Lei
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