Need Advice/Ideas for Holiday Bazaar

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around ideas and suggestions for participating in a Holiday Bazaar, particularly focusing on cash and carry items that can be sold without taking orders. Participants share various creative gift ideas and experiences related to holiday-themed products.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, discusses the opportunity to sell items like Batter Bowl sand art and seeks additional cash and carry gift ideas for the bazaar.
  • Another participant suggests checking out Showstoppers on Consultant's Corner for crafty ideas.
  • One participant shares a past experience with "Gifts to Go," recommending cookie and brownie mixes layered in the Small Batter Bowl as a selling idea.
  • Another participant mentions using Hershey's kisses in a whisk as a creative gift idea.
  • One participant proposes selling kitchen tools like safe cutters and lemon zesters, along with themed items for pumpkin carving.
  • Another participant suggests selling table linens and napkins, possibly packaged with a napkin folding flyer.
  • One participant shares their experience making chocolate hearts using the Patriotic Heart Mold as potential gifts.
  • A participant expresses interest in finding a chili recipe for layering ingredients in the batter bowl for the bazaar.
  • Another participant clarifies that "CC" refers to Consultant's Corner.
  • One participant requests more information about using molds for chocolate-making.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on specific product ideas, but several participants express enthusiasm for creative gift options. No clear consensus emerges on a single best approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and ideas for selling at a Holiday Bazaar, focusing on items that can be prepared in advance and sold without taking orders.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for creative ideas for holiday sales events may find the shared experiences and suggestions beneficial.

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I was asked by someone to participate in a Holiday Bazaar. It's not really open to direct sales companies, only "craft" type items. However, I was told I could have the Batter Bowl "sand art" things available for purchase and other pre-made items for cash & carry. I'm just not supposed to take orders. They said I could have business cards and catalogs to hand out, and I am planning on having a drawing for prizes to get contact information. My question is, what are some other ideas besides the Batter Bowl sand art cookies that would make good cash & carry gifts? The bazaar is the 28th and 29th of October, so Halloween ideas would be good. My only concern is getting stuck with too much inventory. Does anyone have any advice on this? The booth space rental is only $20 for two 8 hour days, so the price is great if I can get a lot of contacts out of it. I just don't want to lose my shirt on purchasing products up-front. Thanks in advance for any feedback.

Dawn Trudell
Independent Kitchen Consultant
Fort Wayne, IN
 
Go check out Showstoppers on Consultant's Corner. You can find it under Products and Recipes, Enhance Your Shows, Product Showcase. There are lots of crafty ideas on there. Good luck!
 
Another idea is from a Celebrations show a couple years ago...."Gifts to Go." You'll find it on CC under the Celebrations show area where they list old Celebrations show. YOu can do cookie and brownie mixes layered in the Small Batter Bowl, as well as a soup recipe and chili. There are even cute tags with instructions you can print up there. I'd definitely do that! It ties cooking into it instead of just the sand art thing. You can do cute little gift packs too by packing gadgets as gifts in the Classic Batter Bowl if they'd allow that.
 
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Thanks for the quick responses. I've since thought of Hershey's kisses in the whisk with a creative gift tag. Keep 'um comin' ! :p
 
How aboutHow about selling the my safe cutters, the lemon zestor scorer, with the quick tip in this week's Weekly Bytes for carving pumpkins? Might be a little late, but personally, I like doing my pumpkins a day or two before Halloween to cut down on the knats and molding pumpkin on my doorstep!

You can also do Hershey kisses in the adjustable scoop or Measure All. On CC there is a cute gift idea for the quick stir pitcher and the Good company coffee/tea.

If you can sell the batter bowl, I bet you can sell any product. Maybe purchase several of the Patriotic Heart Molds and make up some of the cinnamon molds for display/selling. This product is relatively inexpensive to stock and may be easy to sell. And, you will be helping the Round Up for the Heart campaign!

If I have more ideas I will post again.

Good luck!
 
Table LinensMaybe purchase some of the towels and table linen w/napkin rings and tie them with a coordinating ribben and sell those. There is a napkin folding flyer in CC you could package with the napkins also.

Also, the towels can be sewing into chair covers and aprons - I think this flyer might still be on CC also.
 
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I also had thought of the Patriotic Heart Mold. I plan to make some chocolate hearts. I have made white chocolate in the past to gift as hostess gifts. I put them in a decorative bag with a pretty ribbon. Guests always seem to ooh and aah over them. I think they will be good sellers, along with the mold and the instructions on how to do them. I can make them in white, milk and dark chocolate. I also saw, the last time I bought the candy melting discs, they have peanut butter flavor. Yum !
 
Gift Ideas To display at Craft ShowsI'm trying to come up with some gift ideas that I can wrap up or have prepared for a craft sale. Above I kept reading about CC...what is CC...cause I'm looking for the chili recipe that you layer the ingredients in the batter bowl and tag it with the recipe but can't find it anymore...you help is greatly appreciated.....
 
CC is consultants corner
 
Can you please tell me more about using the mold w/ chocolate?I really like your idea about using the mold to make the chocolate thing. Can you please tell me how you do this? :confused: Thanks so much. Rachel
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some popular Pampered Chef products to feature at a holiday bazaar?

Some popular Pampered Chef products to feature include the Instant Pot, stoneware baking dishes, kitchen gadgets like the garlic press and vegetable peeler, and seasonal items like holiday-themed cookie cutters. These products are not only practical but also make great gifts for cooking enthusiasts.

How can I create an attractive display for my Pampered Chef booth?

To create an attractive display, use colorful tablecloths that match the Pampered Chef branding, arrange products neatly, and include signage that highlights special offers. Incorporating a cooking demonstration can also draw attention and engage potential customers.

What types of promotions can I offer at a holiday bazaar?

Consider offering bundle deals, discounts on popular items, or a free gift with a purchase over a certain amount. You can also run a raffle for a Pampered Chef product to encourage people to stop by your booth and provide their contact information.

How can I engage customers and encourage sales at the bazaar?

Engage customers by offering samples of food prepared with Pampered Chef products, sharing cooking tips, and providing personalized recommendations based on their cooking needs. Building a rapport with customers can lead to increased sales and future bookings.

What should I prepare in advance for a successful holiday bazaar?

In advance, prepare an inventory of products you plan to sell, create an organized display setup, and gather all necessary supplies like bags, order forms, and business cards. Also, practice your pitch and cooking demonstrations to ensure you are confident and ready to engage with customers.

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