Only a few states have laws that protect artisans engaged in consignment contracts. You need to keep track of exactly what you left on display, when you left it, how long the shop has agreed to keep it, the selling price, the consignment fee, and details of when and how payment will be made. If a shop owner agrees to take your items on consignment, you want to be sure they will take good care of them, and make a sincere effort to sell them. You're better off placing your work in a shop that has similar or related items for sale. The customers the shop attracts will be more inclined to purchase your work.
Pricing is important.
Consignment fees vary widely, but 50 percent is not an unreasonable amount. You should give a lot of consideration to your price. If you participate in other sales in the community, you will need to price your merchandise accordingly. Just as it would be unfair for a shop owner to display your merchandise alongside very similar, but lower priced items, It would be equally unfair of you to offer your merchandise at another venue nearby for a lower price. Accurate record keeping is essential for the success of a consignment relationship.