Price Increases in New S/S Catalog

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses the recent price increases in the Pampered Chef Spring/Summer 2007 catalog, with participants sharing their reactions to specific price changes and expressing concerns about the impact on sales and customer perceptions.

Discussion Character

  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shared a detailed list of price changes from the new catalog.
  • Several participants expressed shock at the $5 increase for the Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls, noting customer complaints about the price.
  • Another participant mentioned that despite the price increases, some items have remained the same or only slightly increased over many years.
  • One participant noted that higher-priced items often encourage bookings for shows, suggesting a strategy around pricing.
  • Another participant shared their experience of selling the mixing bowls at shows, indicating they are a popular booking product.
  • Some participants expressed gratitude for the hard work of compiling the price changes and shared their appreciation for the lack of shipping increases.
  • One participant mentioned the potential for using the price list to boost sales in February.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the impact of price increases on sales and customer reactions, with some participants expressing concern while others see potential benefits in terms of bookings.

Contextual Notes

Participants are primarily Pampered Chef consultants sharing personal experiences and observations related to pricing and sales strategies within their businesses.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for insights on how price changes may affect customer behavior and sales strategies in their own businesses may find this discussion relevant.

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Man, I never thought this thread would get to 60 posts! Thanks everyone for your help. I wish I would have known that the weekly bites was going ot issue this as I probably wouldn't have wasted my time.:rolleyes: Oh well, I know that you guys appreciate it!!!:D :D
 
We do appreciate it, really, we do!And sometimes we just want to know a day or two ahead. I'm so goofy with that that I took a wish list from the current order form to Leadership with me. I went through the new catalog and crossed things off so I could see what was discontinued, even though we got the special edition newsletter with the list the very next day. *cough dork cough*
 
PamperedChefDebi said:
I added page numbers just to make it easier for my customers at shows. You know, sometimes you have to make it so easy they can't resist. :D

I used the original Fall/Winter catalog since I never got the ones with the other cover so I'm not sure how the page numbers work out.
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I love it--one starts and we all get creative and update it even more! What a great group we are! Team effort!:)
 
dannyzmom said:
Thanks for giving us a raise Pampered Chef!!
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Don't forget too, a host can get the entire set and whisks for half off!
 
The bowls and whisks are no longer a host half price combo as of 3/1/07!
 
1/2 priced combo's
chefann said:
The combos in the SS catalog are:
  1. Executive Cookware 5 and 7 piece sets - $285
  2. Executive Grill Pan and Grill Press - $72
  3. Scraper Collection (skinny, classic, small mix n scraper, mix n scraper) - $20.50
  4. Chillzanne Sectional Server, Core & More, Veg Peeler, Serrated Peeler - $37
  5. Forged Cutlery Collection (all 5 pieces! not just 3 like the current book) - $135
  6. Large Round stone with Woven round tray (no rack, though, huh) - $32.50
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If either host who sell enough for 1/2 priced items, they don't have to be just the combo's can't they be pretty much anything in the book???

If not, we could eat the cost somehow, but I"m pretty sure I've had past hosts who have taken 1/2 priced items and not from the combo's.

Thanks;

Liz
 
lizcooks4u said:
If either host who sell enough for 1/2 priced items, they don't have to be just the combo's can't they be pretty much anything in the book???

If not, we could eat the cost somehow, but I"m pretty sure I've had past hosts who have taken 1/2 priced items and not from the combo's.

Thanks;

Liz
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Hosts can choose one of the half price combos or anything they want in the catalog or they can choose to not use the benefit at all. The choice is theirs.
 
gilliandanielle said:
The bowls and whisks are no longer a host half price combo as of 3/1/07!
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How do you know whats in the S/S catalogs??????.........:eek: :eek: :eek:
 
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Ginger428 said:
How do you know whats in the S/S catalogs??????.........:eek: :eek: :eek:
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People who went to leadership have a catalog already. I know Gillian didn't go but she has connections!!!:D
 
PampMomof3 said:
People who went to leadership have a catalog already. I know Gillian didn't go but she has connections!!!:D
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Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm....Hey Gill.....:p :p :p
 
I have no connections that you don't have, LOL! Ann posted the new combos a page back! Liz has them quoted in post #66...
 
gilliandanielle said:
I have no connections that you don't have, LOL! Ann posted the new combos a page back! Liz has them quoted in post #66...
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DUH!!! Just looked back...:o
But WOW....I like that grill pan-grill press combo!!!:D
 
The combos in the SS catalog are:
Executive Cookware 5 and 7 piece sets - $285
Executive Grill Pan and Grill Press - $72
Scraper Collection (skinny, classic, small mix n scraper, mix n scraper) - $20.50
Chillzanne Sectional Server, Core & More, Veg Peeler, Serrated Peeler - $37
Forged Cutlery Collection (all 5 pieces! not just 3 like the current book) - $135
Large Round stone with Woven round tray (no rack, though, huh) - $32.50


Love these new combos!! As a hostess I would have been all over the chillzane combo!!
 
dannyzmom said:
The combos in the SS catalog are:
Executive Cookware 5 and 7 piece sets - $285
Executive Grill Pan and Grill Press - $72
Scraper Collection (skinny, classic, small mix n scraper, mix n scraper) - $20.50
Chillzanne Sectional Server, Core & More, Veg Peeler, Serrated Peeler - $37
Forged Cutlery Collection (all 5 pieces! not just 3 like the current book) - $135
Large Round stone with Woven round tray (no rack, though, huh) - $32.50


Love these new combos!! As a hostess I would have been all over the chillzane combo!!
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Me too, Carolyn!
 
dannyzmom said:
The combos in the SS catalog are:
Executive Cookware 5 and 7 piece sets - $285
Executive Grill Pan and Grill Press - $72
Scraper Collection (skinny, classic, small mix n scraper, mix n scraper) - $20.50
Chillzanne Sectional Server, Core & More, Veg Peeler, Serrated Peeler - $37
Forged Cutlery Collection (all 5 pieces! not just 3 like the current book) - $135
Large Round stone with Woven round tray (no rack, though, huh) - $32.50


Love these new combos!! As a hostess I would have been all over the chillzane combo!!
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I am glad they left the cookware! I am dying to get a $300 order up for a show to get it!!! I am not having good luck right now with it though!
 
Oh, they will ALWAYS have the cookware on there. I have so many hosts book just for the cookware! In fact, I got my hair cut today and my stylist told me she needed to have a show to get the cookware! She is having a C-section on Feb 5, so I'll give her some time. :)
 
I wonder how many people have actually bought the cookware full price??
 
gilliandanielle said:
I wonder how many people have actually bought the cookware full price??
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I had one person order the 7 pc Executive Set full price. I turned it into a show for her so she ended up getting some freebies, too. :)
 
That is nice that you turned it into a show for her... I sold the gen II sets at full price, but never the executive!!
 
I had one person order 3 Cookware sets at FULL price! And it was right at the end of the sell-a-thon!! Helped me earn mine FREE!! Still remember that show/customer!
Joanne
 
ChefinHarmony said:
I had one person order 3 Cookware sets at FULL price! And it was right at the end of the sell-a-thon!! Helped me earn mine FREE!! Still remember that show/customer!
Joanne
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I wish I had customers who could afford to do that!
 
Stainless bowls
letscook04 said:
Thanks so much for sharing... I can't believe that the Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls went up $5.00. yikes..:eek:
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But they should have the better lids! I just spent $12 to replace mine for the heavier lids
 
The mixing bowls that ship now have the heavier lids! I bought a set for my SIL for Christmas, and they were sooo nice! (I know how nice they are because I have the heavy one on the big kahuna one from last year's host special)
 
jenniferknapp said:
The mixing bowls that ship now have the heavier lids! I bought a set for my SIL for Christmas, and they were sooo nice! (I know how nice they are because I have the heavy one on the big kahuna one from last year's host special)
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That Big Kahuna bowl is one of the mid-season products! Woo-hoo!!
 
Yep!! I have so many people that ask me why I would ever need a larger bowl than what comes in the set....well I have used the 8Qt. more than any in the set! Bigger Bowl = Less mess :)
 
It also holds a full batch of the Roasting Pan caramel corn with nuts and M&Ms added after baking. :)
 
chefann said:
That Big Kahuna bowl is one of the mid-season products! Woo-hoo!!
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I use it as my "garbage bowl" at some of my shows.
 
I wish we would find out when we can earn the Mid Season Items. I wonder if the bowl will be included in what we could earn since we have earned it before. I already have one but I could always use it as a gift.
 
It will probably be April because March 1-15 is for HWC.
 
Ummm...
chefann said:
It will probably be April because March 1-15 is for HWC.
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I don't think it will be the full month of April because we start selling them May 1st. They need enough time to ship all of free midseason products to us so we have them by May 1st. Maybe March 16-31 or even April 1-15. Things that make you go hmmmm...............:D :p :D
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are there price increases in the new Spring/Summer catalog?

Price increases in the new Spring/Summer catalog are typically due to rising costs of materials, production, and shipping. Additionally, to maintain the quality and innovation of our products, adjustments may be necessary to reflect these changes in the market.

How much have prices increased in the new catalog?

The price increases vary by product, with some items seeing a minimal increase while others may have a more significant adjustment. It's best to review the new catalog for specific pricing details on each item.

Will existing customers be affected by the price increases?

How can I communicate these price changes to my customers?

It's important to be transparent with your customers. You can explain that the price increases are necessary to maintain product quality and address rising costs. Sharing the value and benefits of the products can also help customers understand the changes.

Are there any promotions or discounts available to offset the price increases?

Yes, Pampered Chef often offers promotions, discounts, or special bundles that can help offset price increases. Keep an eye on the latest promotions and share them with your customers to provide them with more value.

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