Neighborhood Holiday Open House: Wine, Cheese, and Pampered Chef Products

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around planning a neighborhood holiday open house, with participants sharing their experiences and ideas for organizing such events while incorporating Pampered Chef products. Various strategies for attracting guests and promoting the event are discussed, along with concerns about advertising practices.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as Christine, expresses a desire to hold a holiday open house without making it solely focused on Pampered Chef products, citing a previous unsuccessful attempt.
  • Another participant shares their successful experience with a joint holiday open house involving multiple vendors, highlighting the importance of inviting a large number of guests and providing a variety of finger foods.
  • One participant mentions planning a multiple vendor open house and inquires about effective ways to encourage attendance beyond sending invites.
  • Another participant suggests using local advertising methods, such as community papers and signs, to promote the event.
  • One participant discusses their upcoming holiday open house in partnership with a local food bank, emphasizing creative advertising strategies, including local media outreach.
  • Several participants raise questions about the appropriateness of advertising on television and radio, expressing concerns about potential company policy violations.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the appropriateness of advertising methods, with some participants questioning the policies regarding external promotions, while others share successful experiences with various advertising strategies.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and ideas for organizing holiday open houses, focusing on collaboration with other vendors and community engagement.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for ideas on hosting holiday events and those interested in collaborative marketing strategies within their communities may find this discussion beneficial.

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chrisgodleski
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Hello!

I'd really like to hold a holiday open house for my neighborhood, and while I want them to buy Pampered Chef items, I don't want the show to be focused on PC (this did not work on my last attempt, I got 3 guests out of 40 invites).

I was thinking of having a wine and cheese party but since I don't have a whole lot of SA serveware, I'm not entirely sure how to demostrate any of our great products in a show like this.

Any suggestions?

Thanks to all who respond!

Christine
 
From personal experience, a joint Holiday Open House with other vendors has worked well. We hold it at my house, we all send out invites, and last year it was a smashing success. Last year we had Creative Memories, Discovery Toys, Party Lite, Mary Kay, and Pampered Chef. This year, we couldn't find a Party Lite consultant, but the others are basically the same. None of us is doing a demo, we set up displays, I make a variety of finger foods and holiday and gift themed items, and we talk to the guests. Last year, I received over $400 in orders and booked a few shows, so it was well worth it. Just make sure everyone invites tons of people from their customer lists, family, and friends. Feel free to email me for more specifics if needed. Good luck! :)
 
Holidy Open HouseI am planning a mutliple vendor Open House. Did you do anything special besides send out invites? To get people to come. :rolleyes:
 
Last year we put an ad in our community paper and placed garage sale-type signs around the area, and I sent emails out. That's it, though. I'm sure you could find other places to advertise - school papers, grocery stores, etc...
 
Holiday Open House ideasMy friend and I are hosting a holiday open house November 19th. We are partnering with the local food bank and advertising that you need to bring a can to get in the door. The food bank is doing a free press release for us. We have 25 vendors scheduled. I am also advertising for free through our 2 local t.v. stations. They have a calender of events that they broadcast before commercials and on there websites. Most local radio stations will add it to there web sites at no cost to you. Be creative, I try to think of any type of business that has a website and see if they have a community calender. I can send the attachment of our invite if anyone is interested. :)
 
Just a question. Isn't it against company policy to advertise on television, radio and other web sites besides your PC website? I was just wondering, because these sound great...but I wouldn't want to do something we are not allowed to do! HMMM...I just don't know.
 
fruit76loop said:
Just a question. Isn't it against company policy to advertise on television, radio and other web sites besides your PC website? I was just wondering, because these sound great...but I wouldn't want to do something we are not allowed to do! HMMM...I just don't know.
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Yes I believe you are correct. We advertise our event, not the name of all the companies. Any flyers that we print and hand out have all the business names. Hopes this helps :)
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Neighborhood Holiday Open House?

A Neighborhood Holiday Open House is a social gathering where friends, family, and neighbors come together to celebrate the holiday season. It typically features food, drinks, and the opportunity to explore and purchase Pampered Chef products in a festive atmosphere.

How do I host a Neighborhood Holiday Open House?

To host a Neighborhood Holiday Open House, choose a date and time that works for you and your guests. Invite friends and neighbors, prepare some wine and cheese, and set up a display of Pampered Chef products. You can also consider offering a cooking demonstration to showcase how the products can be used during the holiday season.

What Pampered Chef products are best for holiday entertaining?

Some popular Pampered Chef products for holiday entertaining include serving platters, cheese boards, wine accessories, and kitchen tools that make food preparation easier. Items like the Rockcrok, stoneware, and festive serving utensils are also great choices for holiday gatherings.

Can I earn rewards by hosting a Neighborhood Holiday Open House?

Yes! When you host a Neighborhood Holiday Open House, you can earn rewards based on the sales generated during the event. These rewards can include discounts on future purchases, free products, and exclusive offers from Pampered Chef.

How can I promote my Neighborhood Holiday Open House?

Promote your Neighborhood Holiday Open House by creating an event on social media, sending out invitations via email or traditional mail, and using word-of-mouth to invite friends and neighbors. You can also create a fun theme or offer incentives, such as a raffle or special discounts, to encourage attendance.

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