Gift Ideas for Hosts - Easter Egg Cake!

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores various ideas for gifts to give hosts during Pampered Chef shows, with participants sharing personal experiences and suggestions. The conversation includes different types of gifts, the significance of presenting them, and considerations regarding costs and host rewards.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, suggests using an Easter Egg cake as a gift idea for hosts.
  • Another participant mentions giving extra products from their inventory or ordering items like bamboo tongs and cake testers as gifts.
  • One consultant shares their practice of gifting a Season's Best cookbook, personalizing it with the host's details and expressing appreciation during the presentation.
  • Another participant describes how they present the SBCB (Stoneware Baker) as a smaller token of appreciation, emphasizing the rewards hosts receive from Pampered Chef.
  • One participant discusses a strategy of incentivizing hosts to achieve higher sales by offering them free products based on their show sales, while being mindful of their own commission.
  • A participant expresses frustration with recruiting and the costs associated with running their business, seeking advice on managing expenses related to catalogs and prizes.
  • Another consultant highlights the importance of managing catalog distribution and mentions that they do not feel the need to provide additional gifts beyond what Pampered Chef offers.
  • One participant shares their approach of giving a Season's Best at the start of the party, framing it as a cost-effective alternative to greeting cards.
  • Another participant mentions allowing guests to keep their catalogs as a form of advertising, believing it could lead to future business opportunities.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the necessity and value of additional hostess gifts beyond what Pampered Chef provides, with some participants advocating for personalized gifts while others feel it is unnecessary and costly.

Contextual Notes

Participants share a range of experiences and strategies related to hostess gifts, reflecting their individual approaches to enhancing the hosting experience while managing business expenses.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for creative ideas for hostess gifts and insights into managing costs associated with running their Pampered Chef business may find this discussion beneficial.

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Tammi123
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I'm looking for ideas to give my hosts as gifts. Could someone give me some suggestions. Thanks a bunch. I like the idea about the Easter Egg cake for Easter.

Tammi
 
You can always give the host extra products you have lying around. You could also order some of the items on the supply order (bamboo tongs, cake testers, hold 'n slice, i-slice, etc). Hope those suggestions help. :)
 
Hosts giftsI like to present to them at their show a Season's Best. I write on the inside cover the hosts name, show date and "Thanks for a great show". I sign it and write my consultant number. On the bottom I put (or stamp) my address/telephone label. I make a big deal in presenting it to her as my appreciation. I point out that the current SB is only available for 6 months and after that can only be found on EBay (usually for more that $1). I have pretty good luck with guests wanting one too.
 
The home office rewards our hosts with fabulous "gifts". I have always given the SBCB. Before giving it to the host I will say something about how "when you host a Pampered Chef show The Pampered Chef rewards you with many free and discounted products. My gift is a bit smaller (they usually laugh) but I do appreciate you opening your home this evening". I then pass the SBCB around the room and have all the guests sign the inside cover. "So that every time you use this cookbook you will remember all the friends that came tonight". I have been doing this for over 6 years and it is always a big hit. For repeat hosts, I usually give them something extra...like mini serving spatula.
 
what I find has worked is I tell the host if you have a show of 500.00 you can choose either the round or rectangle for free and then I also say if you have a 1000.00 show you can pick any stone --- then add it on to her order so that you get her host discount and then it is not so bad and the hosts really work to get their sales up there---- you can do this with any item in the catalog just look at what it will cost you and make sure that you are not giving away your whole commision

hope this helps
 
Help in recruting and getting more shows.I want to get about 10 a month in but I am having a hard time doing it. I never got any kind of training and I don't know what else to do. I ask at the end of the shows when would you like to host your show? But they always say I don't know or not right now. I am to the point of giving this up! unless someone hear can help me out. I also think that as soon as I get paid I have to give all back to PC, from ordering catalogs, guest recites, doot prizes, there has to be a way that we shouldn't have to pay all of that maybe for catalogs. Well I would love to hear from someone on this.

Heather

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Wow!!! You are spending way too much money! I am in this business to make not spend. I am very careful with my catalogs. People at parties always ask to take them home even though they have placed an order. I think people just like to have catalogs to sit and look at when they are bored. Anyways, I try to say something like "Well, this is the end of the season and I am short of catalogs, we will be getting new ones in soon" It has not hurt my business at all. As far as hostess gifts. They are getting a bundle from PC. I really don't see the need to give them anything else. Now, believe me, I go out of my way for all my hostess, but one more gift of $5 is not gonna bowl them over. But if you have 10 parties and give a $5 gift to each hostess that's $50!!!! out of your pocket. I do have door prizes for guests but those are usually season best cookbooks or quickcut paring knife. All of my hostess have been more than pleased with their goodies.
Remember , it's not fun or worth your time if you are not making money! (of course I am only talking about PC)
 
I give each hostess at Season's Best at the opening of the party -- I talk abotu how it only coasts a dollar and makes a great thing to give dsomeone instead of a Hallmark card- you can write ont eh inside of it anf they will never throw it away as they would a Hallmark card -- and it is cheaper! Then I pass it around the room and have the guests write a message to the hostess on the inside front cover.
 
I always let my guests keep their catalog. I figure if they take it home and leave it laying around, it's kind of like advertising for me. If my name and contact info. is on the back, then any company they may have might decide to look through the catalog and get a hold of me to purchase something or book a show.
 
sOhSherri said:
I like to present to them at their show a Season's Best. I write on the inside cover the hosts name, show date and "Thanks for a great show". I sign it and write my consultant number. On the bottom I put (or stamp) my address/telephone label. I make a big deal in presenting it to her as my appreciation. I point out that the current SB is only available for 6 months and after that can only be found on EBay (usually for more that $1). I have pretty good luck with guests wanting one too.
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Ohhh! I like that! I do put my contact information on Seasons Best's that I give but adding the rest of that is such a great idea! Thanks for sharing!!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Easter Egg Cake from Pampered Chef?

The Easter Egg Cake is a festive dessert that resembles a decorated Easter egg. It is typically made using a cake mix and can be customized with various colors and toppings to create a fun and seasonal treat. Pampered Chef offers tools and recipes to help you create this delightful cake for Easter celebrations.

What Pampered Chef products are recommended for making the Easter Egg Cake?

To make the Easter Egg Cake, Pampered Chef recommends using their Classic Batter Bowl for mixing the ingredients, the Egg Pan for baking the cake in an egg shape, and the Decorating Tool for adding frosting and decorations. These tools help ensure that your cake turns out beautifully and with ease.

How can I use the Easter Egg Cake as a gift idea for hosts?

The Easter Egg Cake can be a thoughtful gift for hosts by providing them with a unique dessert option for their Easter gatherings. You can prepare the cake in advance and present it in a decorative box or platter, or you can gift them the Pampered Chef tools needed to create the cake themselves, along with a recipe card.

Can I personalize the Easter Egg Cake for different hosts?

Yes, you can easily personalize the Easter Egg Cake for different hosts by customizing the colors, flavors, and decorations based on their preferences. Consider using their favorite cake flavors, unique frosting colors, or themed decorations that match their Easter celebration style.

Are there any special tips for decorating the Easter Egg Cake?

When decorating the Easter Egg Cake, use vibrant colors for the frosting and consider adding edible decorations like sprinkles, candies, or edible glitter to enhance its festive appearance. You can also use piping techniques to create intricate designs or patterns that resemble traditional Easter egg designs, making the cake visually appealing.

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