Is the Heart Dish Selling at Your Shows?

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores the experiences of Pampered Chef consultants regarding the sales of the heart dish at their shows. Participants share their individual sales results, promotional strategies, and personal opinions about the product's appeal.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, reports having taken the heart dish to five shows without making any sales.
  • Another participant shares their experience of selling one heart dish at their show.
  • Several users mention a lack of sales and express a desire for innovative selling ideas.
  • One consultant reports selling 14 heart dishes by promoting them as gifts for teachers and other occasions.
  • Another participant mentions selling four heart dishes and plans to use them as gifts for teachers filled with candies.
  • One participant states they forgot to bring the heart dish to their show and expresses a lack of enthusiasm for it.
  • Several users discuss making microwave cakes in the heart dish, with one noting that many customers buy at least one after seeing the cake demonstration.
  • One participant expresses confusion about the cake recipe and seeks clarification on the ingredients used.
  • Another participant shares their success in selling heart dishes by highlighting their versatility as gifts.
  • One participant mentions that they have sold a few heart dishes to friends rather than at shows, despite promoting them during parties.
  • Another participant describes a successful cake they made in the heart dish and how it was well-received.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the effectiveness of selling the heart dish, with some participants reporting success while others have not sold any. No clear consensus emerges regarding the overall appeal of the product.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and promotional strategies related to the heart dish, with some expressing skepticism about its sales potential.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights on selling the heart dish and those interested in sharing promotional strategies within the community may find this discussion relevant.

DebbieJ said:
haven't sold a single one....had just one show, though.


Deb - is it because you arent crazy about it or you just cant find the need for them to purchase it??
 
soldi just sold 2 tonight and I forgot to bring it!!!
 
I haven't sold any yet. However, I forgot ALL about it!! I put mine on my pantry shelf and just forgot about it. I will take it to my show today and to the one I have tomorrow and see if I can generate some interest.

Thanks so much for the ideas!! Congratulations on selling sooo many! Selling 16 at one show means an additional $160 for the host in sales and 320 trip points for you as the consultant (not to mention higher commission)!!
 
I have not sold any as of yet, but next weekend I have a booth at a large cat fair, along the lines of the Westminter dog shows but with cats. I am setting up my PC to show how easy it is to make your own homemade cat food and treats. I am also talking up the heard dish as a cat dish along with the cranberry silicone hot pad so it does not slide around. I hope to sell quite a few.
 
I had a host book a show, just because of the heart dish ~ her show is next friday night, and she told me 3 people want to buy the heart dish.

Here is the official recipe:

ONE MINUTE-10 SECOND
MICROWAVE HEART CAKES

Basic Cup Cake Mix:

1 box Cake Mix (any flavor)
1 small box of INSTANT JELL-O PUDDING (any flavor)

To make the cakes follow the directions below:

1/2 cup of Basic Mix
1 egg
1 Tablespoon Oil
1 Tablespoon Water
1 Medium Scoop prepared frosting

Mix together in the SIMPLE ADDITIONS COFFEE & MORE CUP.
Transfer to SA Heart Bowl.
Add 1 scoop (a HEAPING teaspoon) of your choice of prepared frosting. DO NOT STIR!! Place in the microwave
and cook 1 minute 10 seconds.
Invert on plate and you have a MOLTEN LAVA CAKE—YUM!!!

CAKE IDEAS:
Strawberry cake mix, cheesecake pudding, and cream cheese frosting
Banana cake mix, vanilla pudding (or banana), cream cheese frosting
Chocolate cake mix, chocolate pudding, chocolate frosting
German chocolate cake mix, coconut pudding, coconut pecan frosting
Lemon cake mix, vanilla pudding, cream cheese frosting.
You can ADD NUTS to the mix, if desired.

~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*

I've done strawberry cake, cheesecake pudding, strawberry frosting
devil's food cake, chocolate pudding, cool whip on top
 
Does anyone know the item # for these Heart Bowls? I am trying to add it to my OOF, but cannot find the item #. I can't check CC because it is down right now for maintenance. I have a show in a little while and just wanted to have it on there.

Thanks!
 
I haven't sold any out of two shows. I've talked them up, I've talked up the low price, the limited availability and all the ways they can use them... I also put a little slip in my lapboards on top of the other things so it's the first thing they see. I heard one gal say something about it but then didn't order one and I didn't get to see who said it so couldn't follow up - I was busy setting up and starting my demo..
 
9 for me, but that's only because I did a email blitz about them (and actually 4 of them are for me to give to my family for valentines cause I thought they were so dang cute)! Will see if my catty show has any orders for it?
 
I've sold 3 so far on the ONE catalog show. Haven't had any other shows yet this month though.
 
Fluffy215 said:
I have not sold any as of yet, but next weekend I have a booth at a large cat fair, along the lines of the Westminter dog shows but with cats. I am setting up my PC to show how easy it is to make your own homemade cat food and treats. I am also talking up the heard dish as a cat dish along with the cranberry silicone hot pad so it does not slide around. I hope to sell quite a few.


Don't forget to bring your can opener and an opened clean (cat food) can so they can see how well this product works. Even on the tab-pull cans (which I detest) I used the can opener (you might want to bring one of those opened). Then you are able to use a scraper to clean out the food and not worry about cutting up the scraper.
 
Thanks for posting the flyer. Don't know how I missed not seeing it prior to tonight! Going to e-mail it now to my customers to see if I can get some sales!
 
Cute idea for a Pampered Pet dish!

Thanks for posting about the pull top cans, too.

>>^..^<<
 
I love the idea of using the heart dish for dog or cat food.:thumbup:
 
Gee you're right--I never thought of using it as a pet's dish too! My dog loves Pampered Chef (you should see her ears perk when the subject comes up!) and I am sure she'd love her own PC dish!
 
chefjeanine said:
Don't forget to bring your can opener and an opened clean (cat food) can so they can see how well this product works. Even on the tab-pull cans (which I detest) I used the can opener (you might want to bring one of those opened). Then you are able to use a scraper to clean out the food and not worry about cutting up the scraper.


Thank you, I was going to mention the can opener but never thought about bringing a can of food w/me. Thanks :)
 
Help!! I tried the cake tonight and mine didn't do that great, it overflowed and it looked like it had been shot right in the middle. The icing just stayed right in the center. Am I doing something wrong? It is such a great idea, I want mine to come out right.
 
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I thought there was supposed to be a "hole" in the center so when you cut into it the frosting flows out. I made one tonight and it worked out fine, even though my son forgot to put the pudding into the bag. He was mixing it up, so I thought he was mixing in the pudding. So, FYI, pudding not necessary. I made another one with pudding and it was good too. I had to redo the recipe and add a little less pudding mix. It seems to have worked out. I think my microwave cooks hotter than many, so it didn't need to bake for the whole 1 minute and 10 seconds. The microwave cakes from the test kitchen are always over done if I cook them for 14 minutes, too.
 
Does anyone have a picture of the heart shaped bowl that is not Adobe--something I can copy and drop into an e-mail. I am using it as a preValentine booking gift.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Heart Dish available for purchase at my Pampered Chef show?

Yes, the Heart Dish is typically available for purchase at Pampered Chef shows. However, availability may vary based on current inventory and promotions, so it's best to check with your consultant for the latest information.

Can I order the Heart Dish if it's not available at my show?

If the Heart Dish is not available at your show, you can usually place an order through your Pampered Chef consultant or directly on the Pampered Chef website. They can assist you with any backorder options or future availability.

Are there any special promotions for the Heart Dish during shows?

Occasionally, Pampered Chef offers special promotions or discounts on items like the Heart Dish during shows, especially around holidays or special events. Be sure to ask your consultant about any current deals!

What is the price of the Heart Dish at shows?

The price of the Heart Dish can vary based on promotions and any applicable discounts. Your consultant will provide you with the most accurate pricing during the show.

Can I see a demonstration of the Heart Dish at my show?

Yes, many Pampered Chef consultants include a demonstration of popular products like the Heart Dish during their shows. This allows you to see how it works and get ideas for using it in your own kitchen.

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