Merril Pampered Chef Entry Boxes....

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around participants discussing their experiences with the Pampered Chef Entry Boxes from Merrill Printing, including their aesthetic appeal and potential uses for lead generation at various events and locations.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses excitement about the beauty of the Entry Boxes and their potential for generating leads at local stores and shows.
  • Another participant shares their experience of ordering bridal registry cards that can be personalized with their website, finding it more professional than hand-stamped options.
  • Several users mention plans to place the boxes in various locations, such as hair salons and banks, and discuss creative ideas for attracting bookings.
  • One participant notes that the boxes are sturdy and suitable for keeping displays neat at events.
  • Another participant expresses curiosity about the pricing and availability of the boxes, confirming they are $7.95 each.
  • Some participants share their excitement about the new HWC items and suggest that the boxes could be used for bridal registries.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on specific strategies for using the boxes, but there is general enthusiasm about their design and potential effectiveness for lead generation.

Contextual Notes

Participants are sharing personal experiences and ideas related to the use of promotional items in their consulting practices, with a focus on enhancing visibility and engagement in their local markets.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for creative ways to utilize promotional items for lead generation and those interested in sharing experiences related to marketing strategies within the Pampered Chef community.

Kelley Sells
Kelley Sells
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I just bought and received 4 of the PC Entry boxes from Merrill Printing........they are BEAUTIFUL and I can't WAIT to get these out into some of my local stores and get some exposure......they will be GREAT at shows as well.....I will be thinking up a clever idea to put these boxes out and get some great leads for bookings........If anyone has gotten them and used them, I'd LOVE some ideas.......

I also purchased the Product Marketing Cards.....can't WAIT to see those.
 
You peaked my interest so I went to their site (haven't been there since they were first a vendor and I needed registry cards.)

I am soooooo excited to see that you can order bridal registry cards with YOUR WEBSITE printed on it! It's only about $5 more per 500 cards, so I thought that was reasonable. Looks WAY more professional than me hand stamping the back of the cards! Plus, that way there is no confusion and they will head straight to my site and not the general PC site!

BTW, Kelley~
What type of stores are you going to put the lead boxes and what's your plan there? Are you offering a monthly drawing or something?
 
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Kelly Kelly Kelly....remember CHEERS?LOL....Yes, and all the marketing cards can have your pic and all your own info.....they are terrific AND the HWC tumbler I soooo want.....

My plans right now are to put one in a local Hair Salon with the chance for anyone that books a show to play the DICE GAME to get more money off of their Host Special.....

I am going to also try to get a spot in my local Sovereign Bank, they display local merchants monthly......I'll have to get creative there.....I'm using the other for shows and I'm not sure what to do with the 4th one....LOL....

I will have to put on my creative hat, but it looks so professional, I wish we could personalize those as well.....

If you have any ideas, I woudl LOVE to hear them....
 
I just got mine and love it...
Kelley Sells said:
I just bought and received 4 of the PC Entry boxes from Merrill Printing........they are BEAUTIFUL and I can't WAIT to get these out into some of my local stores and get some exposure......they will be GREAT at shows as well.....I will be thinking up a clever idea to put these boxes out and get some great leads for bookings........If anyone has gotten them and used them, I'd LOVE some ideas.......

I also purchased the Product Marketing Cards.....can't WAIT to see those.
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After buying stuff to make my own (still haven't made it) I ordered some too and they're beautiful!!

Good Luck;

Liz
 
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KellyTheChef said:
You peaked my interest so I went to their site (haven't been there since they were first a vendor and I needed registry cards.)

I am soooooo excited to see that you can order bridal registry cards with YOUR WEBSITE printed on it! It's only about $5 more per 500 cards, so I thought that was reasonable. Looks WAY more professional than me hand stamping the back of the cards! Plus, that way there is no confusion and they will head straight to my site and not the general PC site!

BTW, Kelley~
What type of stores are you going to put the lead boxes and what's your plan there? Are you offering a monthly drawing or something?
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The Chamber of Commerce I bet that would be a Great Idea too.

Liz

Realtors :)
 
I can not find the boxes there. Waht exactly was it?
 
How about at Florists advertising the registry?
 
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Promotional ItemsThey are the Lead Boxes that you can put up that people fill out the entry slips and then put them in the box. They are great for Fairs and Fundraisers etc.....

Oh, YES< that was my other one, the Bridal shops here in the area.....Thanks, FORGOT about that one, old age, it STINKS....:o I just wrote it in my calendar....thank you thank you thank you......
 
I cant find the boxes either , I looked all through the lists but no entry boxes I would love to get these too .. Thanks for the help
 
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Other Promotional Items
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.sorry gave the wrong directions....boy, don't want ME riding shotgun driving....huh? LOL:rolleyes:


Click on the Link....aren't they GORGEOUS???????
 
They are called Lead Boxes. I bought 2 after Leadership conference. I like them alot. So far I've used them at a TOH cooking event. I like stuffing the slips in there and not just a bowl on the table. It kept the display looking neat.
 
Are they sturdy? They seem like they might be a little flimsy to me, that's my only concern
 
They are super sturdy- I had to fight with it just to flatten it back to fit in my crate. I take it to my shows for the drawing slips (I bought it for an upcoming Baby Fair). It is thick cardboard, not flimsy chipboard.
 
Great boxes!
Chef Kearns said:
They are called Lead Boxes. I bought 2 after Leadership conference. I like them alot. So far I've used them at a TOH cooking event. I like stuffing the slips in there and not just a bowl on the table. It kept the display looking neat.
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These were great boxes Sandra! I thought they were so pretty and very sturdy! I am going to have to get some of my own and set them up at this resale shop that lets me advertise at their store and put a sign saying something like:
FREE kitchen show, just sign up! Up to $15 value!

And then list some host specials. I really need some bookings. I have a catty show this month, and one cooking show. I am trying to get in touch with some of those ladies from the TOH event. I hope these leads pay off. Have you had anyone contact you? Or have you had some positive chats with some of the ladies that gave you their info?
I'm curious!
Debbie :D
 
Oh I love these!!!!! I am headed off to get some. Great ideas ladies!
 
Is Merrill the only place to get these?
 
Those are so pretty! Thanks for sharing....how much are they?
 
jodistrauss said:
Is Merrill the only place to get these?
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Yes Jodi, that's the only place I've seen them.:D
 
Not to hijack this thread or anything, but have you folks seen the cool HWC stuff Merrill put up recently?
 
I just started looking arround on Merril after reading this thread earlier! I wish I had known about those boxes 2 weeks ago. I would love one for my event tomorrow. The new HWC stuff is very nice!
 
Thanks I just ordered 2 for Fairs and for Raffles , I think they may have to go some where around town too.
 
How much do they run?
 
Lead boxes are $7.95
 
DebbieSAChef said:
I am trying to get in touch with some of those ladies from the TOH event. I hope these leads pay off. Have you had anyone contact you? Or have you had some positive chats with some of the ladies that gave you their info?
I'm curious!
Debbie :D
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How much ballpark did you have to pay for the booth? Ours here is 325 and I am not sure it is worth it. I would need to find at least one other person to do it with but even then it is steep if I wouldn't really get a return.
 
Cool boxes. Thinking about ordering some. Those of you who have them placed, please let us know how they work for you.
 
I love these boxes. I need to get some and find me a booth or two so I can display them. Im getting excited again : )
 
I just ordered one last night. I'm thinking I should have ordered a couple more to place around shops here in town.
 
I wonder if they'll come up with different versions of the lead box. Maybe one geared specifically toward wedding registry? I wish I would have seen this awhile ago too. I have a booth tomorrow.
 
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Chef Annpointed out another great new line they put out too, don't forget to look at those, BEAUTIFUL tumbler.....

Take a look at the HWC items too.....

I'm glad you all liked them, they aren't too big either, which is GREAT.....have fun and let us know how we all do and ideas on where to place them.....
 
etteluap70PC said:
Lead boxes are $7.95
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That's actually a Great price because they are $7.50 for Plain white ones at Office Depot online. You can't even get them in the store. I bought a Clear Lucite one at Office Depot for $15.00 Yikes:eek:
 
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