Top 5 Items of 2007: What will be Big in 2008?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around participants sharing their top-selling Pampered Chef items from 2007 and speculating on which products might be popular in 2008. Many participants list their top items and discuss their sales experiences.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant lists their top five items as Mix N Masher, Med Bar Pan, Color Santoku, Kitchen Shears, and Prep Bowl Set.
  • Another participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions that their number one item is the Mix N Chop, with over 100 sold in the last two seasons.
  • Several users share specific sales numbers for various items, with the Mix N Chop frequently appearing as a top seller.
  • One participant expresses surprise at the popularity of the Executive Saute Pan and Forged Santuko Knife, noting their success at shows.
  • Another participant shares their top items, including the Mix N Chop and Food Chopper, and reflects on the need to focus on higher-priced items.
  • Multiple participants express that the Mix N Chop is a consistent top seller, with many reporting high sales figures.
  • Some participants mention their experiences with lower-priced items dominating their sales, prompting them to rethink their strategies.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on which items are most popular, with no clear consensus on a definitive top five. Many participants agree on the Mix N Chop's popularity, but individual preferences and sales experiences vary widely.

Contextual Notes

Participants are primarily consultants sharing personal sales experiences and insights from their businesses, reflecting a range of product popularity and sales strategies.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking to understand product trends and sales performance within the community may find this discussion insightful.

rennea
rennea
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What was everyone's top 5 items for 2007?

mine were:

1. Mix N Masher
2. Med Bar Pan
3. Color Santoku
4. Kitchen Shears
5. Prep Bowl Set

I wonder what will be the big sellers in 2008?:chef:
 
Without being at home to look, I know my #1 is the Mix N Chop. I sold over 100 of those babies over the last two seasons. I'm interested to see what the rest is, I haven't looked in a while.
 
2583 Mix 'N Chop 29
2585 Food Chopper 28
2981 Microfiber Towel - Cranberry 26
1755 Chef's Silicone Basting Brush 24
2575 Garlic Press 23
 
Since 3 of my top 5 were HWC items, I'm posting my top 8:

2583 Mix 'N Chop 75
GL68 Pink Nylon Knife 62
GL69 Mini Measure-All® Cup 55
GL67 Pink Flexible Scraper 53
1250 Quikut Paring Knife 48
2585 Food Chopper 47
2495 Can Strainer 40
1891 The Pampered Chef® Season's Best® Recipe Collection 38
 
Mix n Chop
Colored Santoku
Food Chopper
Large Bar Pan
Seasons Best
 
pamperedlinda said:
Since 3 of my top 5 were HWC items, I'm posting my top 8:

2583 Mix 'N Chop 75
GL68 Pink Nylon Knife 62
GL69 Mini Measure-All® Cup 55
GL67 Pink Flexible Scraper 53
1250 Quikut Paring Knife 48
2585 Food Chopper 47
2495 Can Strainer 40
1891 The Pampered Chef® Season's Best® Recipe Collection 38
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That's amazing to have that many HWC sales!
 
Heres Mine.....


Flour Shaker 68
Salad Chopper 57
RUFTH 2007 Trivet 52
Garlic Infused Oil 50
Food Chopper 49
 
1) Executive Saute Pan
2) Forged Santuko Knife
3) Large Bar Pan
4) Food Chopper
5) Prep Bowl Set

I forgot to write the # of each sold...but I was pleasantly surprised with the Saute Pan and Santuko knife...I rant and rave about them at all of my shows. Ran numbers on the Exective Stir Fry Skillet....high seller on that one too...115 of them!
 
wadesgirl said:
That's amazing to have that many HWC sales!
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I get my friends to take orders for me on just the pink stuff.
 
Kitchen2u said:
1) Executive Saute Pan
2) Forged Santuko Knife
3) Large Bar Pan
4) Food Chopper
5) Prep Bowl Set

I forgot to write the # of each sold...but I was pleasantly surprised with the Saute Pan and Santuko knife...I rant and rave about them at all of my shows. Ran numbers on the Exective Stir Fry Skillet....high seller on that one too...115 of them!
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Is that just for last year or your career sales?!
 
wadesgirl said:
Is that just for last year or your career sales?!
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Last year only ~
 
Mix and Chop
QK Paring Knife
Food Chopper
Apple Wedger
Decorator Bottle set
 
Mix N Chop
Citrus Peeler
Food Chopper
Can Strainer
Mini Serving SpatulaOuch, that is eye opening. One of my previous top 5s, the Large Bar Pan, fell way down. Time to rethink my show!
 
Chopper
Garlic Press
Med Cutting Board
Quick Stirr Pitcher (Fam. Size)
Bamboo Spoons (set of 3)
 
Mix N Chop 125
Citru Peeler 58
Quikit Knife 57
Mini Serving Spatula 54
Mix N Masher 52

Not high dollar pieces, but they bring in the business!!
 
once I figure out how to look up this info..I'm quite interested.i'll share.
 
My top 5Quikut Paring Knife-41
Mix n Chop-31
Mimi spatula-25
Food Chopper-19
Bamboo tongs-18
Now that I've got me feet a little sturdier under me this year will be much better!:D
 
Kitchen2u said:
Last year only ~
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Wow! What's your secret???

Okay my top items for last year are:
Mix N Chop 117
Can Strainer 50
Season's Best 45
Mini Serving Spatula 43
Food Chopper 39
Ice Cream Dipper 38
Smooth Edge Can Opener 37
 
smilesarepriceless said:
once I figure out how to look up this info..I'm quite interested.i'll share.
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In P3 look under Reports, Shows, Top Sell List
 
Wow, this was an eye opener for me-

Mix & Chop 81
citrus peeler 61
Season's Best 55
mini spatula 51
and 4 way tie for 5th all at 30
decorator bottle set
food chopper
can strainer
Ice cream dipper

I need to work on getting some big-ticket items in my top 5- 4 of them were under $5.00
 
Kitchen2u said:
1) Executive Saute Pan
2) Forged Santuko Knife
3) Large Bar Pan
4) Food Chopper
5) Prep Bowl Set

I forgot to write the # of each sold...but I was pleasantly surprised with the Saute Pan and Santuko knife...I rant and rave about them at all of my shows. Ran numbers on the Exective Stir Fry Skillet....high seller on that one too...115 of them!
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OK, I want to know what you're saying about the cookware...it's not even in my top 20!

My top 5 by the way:
Can Opener (57)
Food Chopper (52)
Measure-All Cup (44)
Mix & Chop (41)
Can Strainer (39)
#6 is Large Bar Pan (37)...so not doing too bad on stoneware :)
 
Chefstover2 said:
OK, I want to know what you're saying about the cookware...it's not even in my top 20!

My top 5 by the way:
Can Opener (57)
Food Chopper (52)
Measure-All Cup (44)
Mix & Chop (41)
Can Strainer (39)
#6 is Large Bar Pan (37)...so not doing too bad on stoneware :)
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Hey Stover!
How'd the Tilapia turn out last night?
I am thinking I'm going to make it tomorrow night...
 
It's definately an eye opener!

Mix & Chop 177
Food chopper 72
Citrus peeler 64
Seasons best 56
can strainer 53

I guess I need to focus more on the higher $ items....I thought I was though:rolleyes:
 
My top 5:

1. Mix N Chop (67)
2. Can Opener (38)
3. Ice Cream Dipper (37)
4. QK Paring Knives (set of 3) (33)
5. Large Micro Cooker (32)

Better luck this year with higher-priced items, huh?...
 
Wow! Talk about eye opening...

My Top Five:
Mix n chop -66
Small Batter Bowl - 55
Season's Best S/S - 41
Food Chopper - 40
Citrus Peeler - 39

Two of these are $1 or less...I've got my work cut out for me this year :)
 
Mix 'N Chop 62 (top seller for the year and for all my products in almost 2 1/2 years!)
Mini Serving Spatula 53
Chef's Silicone Basting Brush 35
Citrus Peeler 35 (I have people who buy 5 at a time)
Quikut Paring Knife 25

I need to get some higher price items in there!
 
mix chop----97
small batter bowl -90 I did the brownie's in nov-dec
chopper 86
slice serve 71
dec bottles 63
coating trays 63-----never mentioned this ever--
 
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Lots of Mix N choppers being sold..........

I've sold 4 all last year:rolleyes:
 
Wow, I sell a lot of Season's Bests!!

1886 Season's Best® Recipe Collection(S/S '07) 75
1891 The Pampered Chef® Season's Best® Recipe Collection 42
2237 Bamboo Tongs 32
1260 Citrus Peeler 31
2583 Mix 'N Chop 30

And, of course, the Mix 'n Chop is in my Top 5 as well. This is very eye-opening - definitely going to focus more on other items (btw, I never talked about the Citrus Peeler OR the old Bamboo Tongs!!). At least I know when I push something, it sells (SBs!)
 
1. Mix n chop
2. Food Chopper
3. Tool Turn About
4. Measure All Cup
5. Smooth Edge Can Opener
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the top 5 items of Pampered Chef in 2007?

The top 5 items of Pampered Chef in 2007 included the Classic Batter Bowl, the Garlic Press, the Stoneware Baker, the Food Chopper, and the Mix 'N Chop. These items were popular for their versatility and ease of use in the kitchen.

What trends were emerging in the direct sales market in 2007?

In 2007, the direct sales market was seeing a rise in home-based businesses and a growing interest in cooking and home entertaining. Consumers were leaning towards products that offered convenience and quality, which aligned well with Pampered Chef's offerings.

What can we expect to be big in 2008 based on 2007 trends?

Based on the trends from 2007, we can expect that products focusing on healthy cooking, convenience, and innovative kitchen tools will be big in 2008. Items that promote quick meal preparation and easy cleanup are likely to gain popularity.

How does Pampered Chef identify its top-selling items?

Pampered Chef identifies its top-selling items through sales data, customer feedback, and trends in consumer preferences. They analyze which products are frequently purchased and receive positive reviews to determine their best sellers.

Will the top items of 2007 still be relevant in 2008?

Yes, many of the top items from 2007 are expected to remain relevant in 2008 due to their timeless functionality and quality. Classic kitchen tools that have proven their worth tend to have lasting appeal, especially among home cooks.

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