Discontinued Items / Spring Preview

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the timing and availability of discontinued items in relation to upcoming shows and the Spring Preview event. Participants share their personal experiences and seek clarification on ordering processes and promotional timelines.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions that they can only hold a Spring Preview Open House on March 1 and is looking for the last day to order discontinued items.
  • Another participant believes the last day to order discontinued items is February 29, but suggests that more experienced consultants may have better information.
  • One participant states that orders for discontinued items can be placed through the end of March, provided they are dated February.
  • Another participant notes that discontinued items are not guaranteed to be available even if ordered by the end of March.
  • Several participants express confusion about ordering new spring items and discontinued items during shows held at the end of February but submitted in March.
  • One participant clarifies that if a show is dated February, guests cannot purchase new spring products, and all items will be at February prices.
  • Another participant shares that the hostess will receive February specials if the show is held in February.
  • One participant inquires about the requirements for the HWC consultant promotion in relation to show dates and submissions.
  • Another participant expresses a preference for focusing on the March catalog kickoff to obtain guest products and a tablecloth rather than host products.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the specifics of ordering processes and promotional eligibility, with no clear consensus emerging on the best approach to managing shows and orders during this transition period.

Contextual Notes

Participants are primarily discussing their personal experiences and interpretations of the ordering process related to discontinued items and upcoming promotions, without referencing official guidelines.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants navigating the timing of shows and orders in relation to discontinued items and new product launches may find this discussion relevant.

ChefJWarren
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Due to a variety of conflicts on my calendar, the only date that I can do a Spring Preview Open House is March 1 (kind of defeats the purposes of "preview":( ). I would still like to give my customers a "last chance for discontinued items" opportunity. What is the last day we can order them?
 
I think it's Feb. 29...but I'm sure more seasoned consultants will know. I'm positive ChefAnn will know! :D
 
You can order then through the end of March but they need to be dated February. You will have to do them as individual orders and they pay direct shipping unless you can collect enough to qualify as a show.
 
We can send February orders (dated February) in until March 31 but discontinued items are not guaranteed to be available.
 
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Thats what I thought, but wanted to make sure. Thanks!
 
I was wondering about this too!So let's say I have a show on Feb. 29 but don't close it out for a few days or weeks.Can people order the new spring items?Can they order the discontinued items as long as they are not out of stock?Can they order the other items going forward at the February prices?AND ...Can the hostess get the February specials?Also ... which way does it count towards the HWC consultant promotion, if the show is HELD in the last two weeks of February but SUBMITTED within the first 2 weeks of March?
 
Di_Can_Cook said:
I was wondering about this too!

So let's say I have a show on Feb. 29 but don't close it out for a few days or weeks.

Can people order the new spring items?

Can they order the discontinued items as long as they are not out of stock?

Can they order the other items going forward at the February prices?

AND ...

Can the hostess get the February specials?

Also ... which way does it count towards the HWC consultant promotion, if the show is HELD in the last two weeks of February but SUBMITTED within the first 2 weeks of March?
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If your show is dated Feb., guests CANNOT purchase new spring products.

All items purchased out of the current catalog will be at the Feb. price.

The hostess get Feb. host special because it is a Feb. show.

You have to hold and submit 2 shows between Feb. 15 & 29 in order to receive the HWC product.
 
So my question remains .... If the show is HELD Feb. 29 but submitted, say, March 5, would it count for the MARCH HWC promotion?If not, I'll just hold my mystery hostess show on March 2, since I already have a booking on the 9th, and get the HWC guest products.
 
The shows must be held and submitted March 1 - 15 in order to receive HWC procucts.
 
Di_Can_Cook said:
I was wondering about this too!

So let's say I have a show on Feb. 29 but don't close it out for a few days or weeks.

Can people order the new spring items?

Can they order the discontinued items as long as they are not out of stock?

Can they order the other items going forward at the February prices?

AND ...

Can the hostess get the February specials?

Also ... which way does it count towards the HWC consultant promotion, if the show is HELD in the last two weeks of February but SUBMITTED within the first 2 weeks of March?
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If the show is dated February they cannot order the new spring products and the prices are as they are in the F/W catalog.

If the show is dated March you must use the March specials.

The HWC deal is: hold and submit 2 shows last 2 weeks February for the May host special; hold and submit 2 shows first 2 weeks of March for the May guest specials, 3 shows = TABLECLOTH too.

Sorry for the repeating of info but I got a phone call.

edited to correct error (I had said 3 shows = apron but it's a HWC tablecloth).
 
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OK ... I'll do the March catalog kickoff then ... I'm more interested in getting the guest products and tablecloth than the host products ... it would be nice to have them too ... but I just sent in two shows and the second one wanted to be submitted early this week. The odds aren't great of getting two shows in by the end of the month, although I'll still shoot for it!
 
Di_Can_Cook said:
OK ... I'll do the March catalog kickoff then ... I'm more interested in getting the guest products and tablecloth than the host products ... it would be nice to have them too ... but I just sent in two shows and the second one wanted to be submitted early this week. The odds aren't great of getting two shows in by the end of the month, although I'll still shoot for it!
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SORRY!!! It's a table cloth not an apron - going back to fix that now! (well, you had it right!)
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to discontinued items from Pampered Chef?

When items are discontinued, they are no longer available for purchase through Pampered Chef. However, some discontinued items may still be available through independent consultants or on secondary markets.

How can I find out which items have been discontinued?

Pampered Chef typically announces discontinued items during their seasonal product launches. You can check the official Pampered Chef website or consult with your independent consultant for the latest updates on discontinued products.

Will discontinued items ever come back?

Once an item is officially discontinued, it is unlikely to return. However, Pampered Chef occasionally brings back popular items for limited-time promotions or special events, so it's worth keeping an eye out for announcements.

What is the Spring Preview in Pampered Chef?

The Spring Preview is an event where Pampered Chef showcases new products that will be available in the upcoming spring season. This preview often includes sneak peeks of items that may replace discontinued products.

Can I still purchase discontinued items during the Spring Preview?

No, discontinued items are not available for purchase during the Spring Preview. However, you may find some remaining stock through consultants or online marketplaces, but availability is not guaranteed.

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