Upset Over Wal Mart's Almost Identical Pumpkin Dishes

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around participants' reactions to similar pumpkin dishes available at Wal-Mart, comparing them to Pampered Chef's offerings. Participants express concerns about potential comparisons during shows and discuss the quality differences they perceive between the two products.

Discussion Character

  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions feeling upset about the similar pumpkin dishes at Wal-Mart being sold at a lower price.
  • Another participant notes that similar products are common and suggests focusing on the benefits of Pampered Chef items instead.
  • Several users express that while the dishes may look similar, the quality of Pampered Chef's products is perceived to be much higher.
  • One participant highlights that Pampered Chef's dishes can be used in the microwave, unlike many store-bought alternatives.
  • Another participant shares their experience of picking up the Wal-Mart dish and finding it less solid than Pampered Chef's version.
  • Some participants discuss creative uses for the pumpkin dish, including as dessert plates or gifts for occasions like Sweetest Day and Mother-in-Law's Day.
  • Several users express a desire for a set of pumpkin dishes, noting that they would be cute for various uses.
  • One participant mentions the frustration of not being able to purchase additional pumpkin dishes, as they were only available as a free item with a qualifying purchase.
  • Another participant points out that in Canada, the qualifying purchase amount is higher than in the U.S.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the impact of the similar dishes on sales and presentations, with some participants feeling confident in showcasing their products while others express discomfort. There is no clear consensus on whether the availability of similar products will significantly affect their business.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and opinions regarding product comparisons and marketing strategies, reflecting a range of sentiments about the implications of competing products on their business practices.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants who are navigating product comparisons and seeking creative ways to present their offerings may find this discussion relevant.

PamperedCaniac
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I went to Wal Mart yesterday for laundry supplies and I walk by the kitchen section to find pumpkin dishes just like ours for $4.00!! They look almost identical, and I was a little upset because ours are small when you see them in person compared to what you think they are, plus Wal Mart had the at a low price. I am just afraid a few people will compare these when I bring mine to a show. (Wal Mart had a huge section row so hard to miss these) :(
 
Stores like Wal-Mart/Target/etc always have things similar to our stuff. It's just something we need to deal with.

people are always saying they'll just buy a stone at WM for $10 or something. You just tell them the benefits of our stuff and let it go.
 
Ours is free with a $60 purchase.

The other thing is that it may look similar, but what I have noticed when comparing any SA with similar pieces is that when side-by-side, the SA is of a completely different (much higher) quality.
 
Ours goes in the microwave...doubt theirs does!
 
janetupnorth said:
Ours goes in the microwave...doubt theirs does!
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Good point. You usually can't put a stone from a store in the micro either.
 
I saw those too, but when I picked it up...no difference. Looks similar, but nowhere near as 'solid'.
 
if you don't feel comfortable showing the dish, then don't show it.
 
Is their's chip resistant?
 
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susanr613 said:
if you don't feel comfortable showing the dish, then don't show it.
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I feel comfortable showing the product and will do so... Just giving this out more as an observation. I know ours is nicer quality for sure because I picked up the 2, however I just hated they have something that looks so close. Again... not knocking it but I was surprised how similar it was in the appearance to people outside the PC world. Also I agree about ours being FREE :-) although you always run into the people that could care less and are just rude when you tell them it is free with a $60 purchase because they refuse to spend $60. LOL However I will take my dish because I earned it and I want people to see the size to be honest. I do not want them to get it and think it is small and not be happy, but I want them to see it at a show as "cute" and great for dips and so on.
 
I ran into this with the heart dish... aside from dips, candy, and a candle, what are some creative ways to use the pumpkin? It doesn't seem like you could do a micro. cake in them. They don't seem big enough. I'm just looking for some fun ideas to share.
 
Well, Sweetest Day is in October. They could give it to someone with candies in it.The 4th Sunday in October is Mother-in-Law's Day - shock her by recognizing that! Then she can use it to decorate for Halloween and Thanksgiving.November 4th is National Candy Day
 
I think my mother in law would be suprised!
 
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janetupnorth said:
Well, Sweetest Day is in October. They could give it to someone with candies in it.

The 4th Sunday in October is Mother-in-Law's Day - shock her by recognizing that! Then she can use it to decorate for Halloween and Thanksgiving.

November 4th is National Candy Day
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Ha ha! Thank you for that tip! MIL day!
 
I think it makes a nice teacher treat...
 
I wish there was a way to get a set of 6 or 8. I think they would be so cute as dessert plates for pumpkin trifle, or a pumpkin dip.
 
ChefBeckyD said:
I wish there was a way to get a set of 6 or 8. I think they would be so cute as dessert plates for pumpkin trifle, or a pumpkin dip.
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Well, you could spend $60 6-8 times (do your gift shopping). :eek:
 
ChefBeckyD said:
I wish there was a way to get a set of 6 or 8. I think they would be so cute as dessert plates for pumpkin trifle, or a pumpkin dip.
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That is a nice idea, Becky!
 
BethCooks4U said:
Well, you could spend $60 6-8 times (do your gift shopping). :eek:
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I don't have that much gift shopping to do(I've already done alot of that by hosting shows.)....and DH would be really ticked off!

I'm hoping that one day, they may show up in the outlet. I like the pumpkin dish so much more than the heart dish.
 
I love my heart dish! It sits at the back of my kitchen sink and holds my scrubbies/scraper/etc!
 
I feel the same way Becky!! I want more, MORE , MORE!!! but I am not about to spend that much to get them!!
 
ChefBeckyD said:
I wish there was a way to get a set of 6 or 8. I think they would be so cute as dessert plates for pumpkin trifle, or a pumpkin dip.
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I liked that you could buy as manyheart dishes as you wanted better than getting 1 for free with $60.. I had people ordering 3 and 4 of the hearts :(
 
redsoxgirl said:
I liked that you could buy as manyheart dishes as you wanted better than getting 1 for free with $60.. I had people ordering 3 and 4 of the hearts :(
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I agree with this! I had forgotten that was how it was done with the hearts - no wonder I have more than one of those.:rolleyes:
 
It just now hit me that we won't be able to buy these...darn :(
I bought a few of the hearts for gifts, including my daycare providers and filled them with hershey's hugs and kisses and they LOVED them!! I was going to do the same with the pumpkin dishes and it just now hit me I won't be able to buy them. Bummer!!
 
We can't buy them? I thought consultants can purchase the guest specials one month prior?
 
I believe the pumpkin dish was an earn only thing...
I could be wrong, but I think that's what it was..even if you could order it, you can only order one
 
babywings76 said:
We can't buy them? I thought consultants can purchase the guest specials one month prior?
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You can but you have to order $60 (after your discount) to get it just like guests do.
 
Hope HO is reading this--I'd like to buy several myself, and bet my customers would too.
 
Yes I agree. I hope they decide to let customers buy just the pumpkin without having to spend 60 bucks.
 
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