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    Venting My Frustration Over a Host Blowing off Her Show

    I submitted a show yesterday afternoon and this morning I had an e-mail from The Pampered Chef® Solution Center Team stating that a guests CC had been declined. It was an outside order brought in by a guest so I had not even met this person. Luckily after calling and leaving a message the...
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    Venting My Frustrations: A Supportive Ear for You

    Heather, Keep your chin up. I too am in SS#3 and won't be earning my bonus. :( I am trying very hard to remain positive. In my case a health issue has me down and out this month. I had 6 January shows and was only able to do 1. I am just looking towards getting my health back and...
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    Removing Fish Odor from Stoneware: Tips & Ideas

    Luckily I've not had this problem nor have my customers. :eek: Thanks for the info. :D
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    Removing Fish Odor from Stoneware: Tips & Ideas

    I soak mine in extremely hot water with baking soda and then will run them through the dishwasher by themselves but I use baking soda in place of Cascade and I set my dishwasher on high-temp wash and it gets the smell out and gets the stones really clean. :D
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    Removing "Stained" Stoneware: Diane's Dilemma

    I've had stones come in that were slightly discolored with a blue tinge and if the customers weren't happy with them I just do a product adjustment. I'm not sure what causes the discolorations(not sure if it's a natural part of the clay or process or whatever) but for any reason if the customer...
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    Baking Bread in Stoneware: Possible?

    Yes, any bread recipe can be used in them. She may just need to experiment a little with it to get it just right.
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    Spring Paperwork Coming Soon! What's the ETA?

    SPRING PAPERWORK: Here are the effective dates for current and upcoming paperwork, as well as when you can expect your new products and supplies for spring: - Fall/winter paperwork effective until Feb. 28. - Spring paperwork becomes effective March 1. - Spring paperwork packages...
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    Shop Online at Pampered Chef: January Sweetheart Towels

    I noticed that too as my future sis-in-law received 2 gift certificates for X-mas that were purchased through me but when she went to redeem them online it took her to a local consultants website. The directions state that the gift certificates can only be redeemed through pamperedchef.com but...
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    Looking for January Newsletter Inspiration - Any Suggestions?

    Yes that is the correct URL. She must be having site issues at this time. Sorry.
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    I Am Almost Out of Receipts and Do Not Want to Order Any More This

    It's my understanding that we are required to provide a valid receipt to each guest at the time of their payment as the guarantee info is on there and the 3 days cancellation rule too. The guests have the right to cancel their order within 3 business days. I believe this is a requirement of the...
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    Pampered Chef Horror Story: Hostess Bounces Check & Guests Demand Refunds

    After 2 years though you couldn't cash it as with personal checks they are no longer good after 6 months from the date they are written. I've only dealt with one bad check and that guest contacted me before it came back through my bank and gave me cash. But now you've all got me thinking about...
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    Finding Town & Country Info: A Web Search

    I bought my window decals for $29 through T&C. The magnetic door signs were pricey though. Which ones were you looking at that cost $100?
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    Do You Need Parchment Paper for Pancakes in a Bar Pan?

    I always use parchment paper and it comes out great every single time. :D
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    Finding Town & Country Info: A Web Search

    You can order through 31Dec05 and then they are no longer the licensed vendor for TPC. I cannot wait to see who the new vendor is and what items they have to offer. :D
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    Consultant Won't Give Me My Hostess Gift

    I'd go pick it up on Friday at the arranged time and look at it as a learning lesson. We aren't all lucky enough to have fab recruiters but it is a great example of how not to be once we sign people on. ;) I hope your director more than makes up for your recruiter. :D
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