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MrsKS
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
Posted by MommaBear
I think you should buy something if you go to a party...typically the host isn't really "making out" on the party like you'd think. I just had a Tastefully Simple party and probably spent $150 on different chips, veggies, drinks etc to have for the party. And I only got $40 in free products.
I don't really think it's a "let's get together and hang out" kind of party. I think the point is to buy something. I wouldn't feel comfortable going to a party where I wouldn't be buying anything.
ITA!!
And please don't flame..but saying "I'll come but I'm not buying anything" seems a little rude to me.... when that was the response I would get... I was a little  because it's not like it's OK now because you claimed so beforehand... it's not like I'm going to then say "well then don't come"... bc I won't be rude like that. But to declare not to buy anything or to be open to it beforehand without even seeing the stuff.... 
I understand if you come and don't buy anything because you don't see anything that sparks your interest (still I would find something) but to off the bat state that you aren't going to buy....
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
Posted by RandiG
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I hope no one is offended, I love going to those parties but I rarely buy anything simply because I can't afford it (and they are overpriced). But I love the demonstrations and hanging out with friends. Maybe I should RSVP no from now on 
That is silly. If I have a party for a friend I can care less if you purchase anything. I always look at those parties as a night out with friends to hang, catch up and drink some wine.
i always figured that was more the point of people doing it rather than expecting people to buy things.
but I will say I havn't ever gone to one! So i don't really know!
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sunnyplus3
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
I was involved in homeparties/direct sales for years. I always chose to work for a company that had a few items under $20 so that people on a tighter budget could find something without overspending. I never felt bad if guests didn't buy. Sometimes the hostess would apologize for people not buying after the party. I will admit there was a girl that "worked the circut" of parties, she hosted a huge party, got tons of free stuff then a few of her friends had parties & she bought NOTHING at any party after hers and kept bragging how many items she already got for free! DUH, you got all the free stuff BECAUSE your friends bought a lot. That was annoying.
I think its perfectly fine to go with no intention of buying, but remember its the sales rep's job to highlight the product in a way that will make you WANT to buy!!
have fun!
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4PsInaPod
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
I don't think you have to at all & I use to sell it. Is it nice, yes. . .Is it a must, no.
It's fun for a girls night out.
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| Posted 10/27/10 6:30 PM |
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CAMCaps
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
I often go and do not buy anything. My gf hosts them all the time and she always says it is more about hanging out then buying her product.
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| Posted 10/27/10 6:46 PM |
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EBet724
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
I just hosted a jewelry party....i didnt care if people bought stuff or not...I just wanted everyone to come and hang out  I even told my guests before the party "dont worry about buying anything...just come and have fun"
If you dont want to buy anything but still want to see your friends/family for a fun night out maybe just run it buy the host??
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DiamondGirl
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
I do not think it is rude.
The person invited you to the party, but what if you don't like anything? kwim? Should you buy something just cause?
I don't know I always get suckered into buying something anyway so I guess I will never be in this situation 
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| Posted 10/27/10 7:03 PM |
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
If I was going to a regular party at someone's house, I would bring something. When I go to a "hosted" party, I don't bring anything but I do feel that I should help the hostess out by ordering. I will usually order something even if I cannot make the party, especially if it is a friend who does not have these parties often. The only exception is that there was a recent party that I could not make but I also could not find anything that suited me from the catalog. When that happens, I try to look for something that someone in my life might like as a gift but this time I wasn't really able to find something. If I had gone to the party I would have ordered at least a small item.
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blissgirlnj
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
Maybe tell the hostess you are dieting but would love to see everyone and hang out. Bake a cake or bring a appetizer!
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Kierasmom
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
I have had many parties of this sort and on many instances people have not bought any items. I do not get bothered by this at all. I figure they either don't have the money or nothing interested them. That being said, you should be able to find something for under $50 at all of these parties. I can't imagine that you couldn't get something for $20-30 at these parties. So if you're looking to spend a small amount then you should be able to.
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Mushesgirl
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
Posted by sleepie76
I dont think so.
Maybe, I'm a b*tch but my attitude is that it's great you are throwing these parties to make extra income, but your extra income is coming from MY income. So if I dont see something I want I am not going to buy something.
I went to a jewelery party and never expected that the jewelery would be so  . I felt like the host was pressuring me to buy something. I left without buying anything.
I did find the $128 necklace I fell in love with on ebay for $20 brand new the next day.
yes, yes and YES! I went to a lia sophia party (probably what you are referring to) and was also like
HOWEVER, this party was thrown by one of my mother's Avon customers, and my mom does Avon for extra $$ (which she doesn't have a lot of) so I told her she should go as like a good gesture since the woman always bought Avon from her. I was also invited because she is our neighbor and I know them.
Anyway, lots of people didn't buy. I chose to get my mom a gift and myself a pair of earrings. The saleswoman was so pushy about trying to get me to host a party, she asked me 4 different times while we were doing the paperwork After being polite the first 3 times and saying no, I got mad and said "I'm not hosting a party so stop asking". I swore after that I will never attend ANY of these parties. Additionally I found my earrings on ebay for 1/10th the price so that made me even more
If I want to have a get together with girlfriends, I have a party or go out! Why do I need to subject anyone to this in the name of a 'get together'?
edited for spelling. man we need auto spell check on here!
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Christine
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
Posted by Mushesgirl
If I want to have a get together with girlfriends, I have a party or go out! Why do I need to subject anyone to this in the name of a 'get together'?
Ditto! If I want to get together with my friends or have a night out - I just do it. I don't need to use a home sale party as a reason.
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mrsej
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
Posted by Mushesgirl
Posted by sleepie76
I dont think so.
Maybe, I'm a b*tch but my attitude is that it's great you are throwing these parties to make extra income, but your extra income is coming from MY income. So if I dont see something I want I am not going to buy something.
I went to a jewelery party and never expected that the jewelery would be so . I felt like the host was pressuring me to buy something. I left without buying anything.
I did find the $128 necklace I fell in love with on ebay for $20 brand new the next day.
yes, yes and YES! I went to a lia sophia party (probably what you are referring to) and was also like
HOWEVER, this party was thrown by one of my mother's Avon customers, and my mom does Avon for extra $$ (which she doesn't have a lot of) so I told her she should go as like a good gesture since the woman always bought Avon from her. I was also invited because she is our neighbor and I know them.
Anyway, lots of people didn't buy. I chose to get my mom a gift and myself a pair of earrings. The saleswoman was so pushy about trying to get me to host a party, she asked me 4 different times while we were doing the paperwork After being polite the first 3 times and saying no, I got mad and said "I'm not hosting a party so stop asking". I swore after that I will never attend ANY of these parties. Additionally I found my earrings on ebay for 1/10th the price so that made me even more
If I want to have a get together with girlfriends, I have a party or go out! Why do I need to subject anyone to this in the name of a 'get together'?
edited for spelling. man we need auto spell check on her!
I agree - I am getting so many invitations for Lia Sophia and have declined the majority b/c the prices are high and the quality is not good. I hate the push to buy - why buy something, even if it is only for $20 when i don't want it and will never use it. I guess your answer as to attending and not buying would depend on the host. Some hosts would be pizzed off and others wouldn't.
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MRSE
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
Posted by Cindyrella
I have hosted many of these types of parties and I also am a consultant for Tastefully Simple. As a host, i would be gratefull if people showed up b/c part of the fun of hosting the parties is to have a girls night - even if they didnt buy. When I get invited to parties , i usually only accept if its something im interested in. If I go and dont see anything i like, I just dont order.
Personally as a consultant, I would rather have more people come even if they werent placing an order than have just a small party. If they dont really have the money to spend - maybe the person would decide to host a party so they can earn free products - most companies give the host some kind of bonus just for getting their friends/family to book a party - so even if you dont place an order - just booking a party gets the host free stuff. Plus, just because the person doesnt order something this time - maybe they will next time. Or maybe they will tell someone they know about it and spread the word.
I feel the same way I am a consultant for Tupperware.. I have had people come to the party and not purchase, but take my catalog to work or to another friend and place large orders. I never cared if people didn't buy.. to me it is a fun night out!!!
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MRSE
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
Posted by Mushesgirl
Posted by sleepie76
I dont think so.
Maybe, I'm a b*tch but my attitude is that it's great you are throwing these parties to make extra income, but your extra income is coming from MY income. So if I dont see something I want I am not going to buy something.
I went to a jewelery party and never expected that the jewelery would be so . I felt like the host was pressuring me to buy something. I left without buying anything.
I did find the $128 necklace I fell in love with on ebay for $20 brand new the next day.
yes, yes and YES! I went to a lia sophia party (probably what you are referring to) and was also like
HOWEVER, this party was thrown by one of my mother's Avon customers, and my mom does Avon for extra $$ (which she doesn't have a lot of) so I told her she should go as like a good gesture since the woman always bought Avon from her. I was also invited because she is our neighbor and I know them.
Anyway, lots of people didn't buy. I chose to get my mom a gift and myself a pair of earrings. The saleswoman was so pushy about trying to get me to host a party, she asked me 4 different times while we were doing the paperwork After being polite the first 3 times and saying no, I got mad and said "I'm not hosting a party so stop asking". I swore after that I will never attend ANY of these parties. Additionally I found my earrings on ebay for 1/10th the price so that made me even more
If I want to have a get together with girlfriends, I have a party or go out! Why do I need to subject anyone to this in the name of a 'get together'?
edited for spelling. man we need auto spell check on here!
See to me that is terrible to be so pushy.. I always ask and if someone syas no that it..
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isabelle2137
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
If I know I am not going to buy something, I RSVP no. I feel rude attending and not purchasing at least one or two items.
If I want to hang out with the hostess, I would find a different time to do so.
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| Posted 10/28/10 12:54 PM |
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Re: Would it be rude to go to a hosting party (pampered chef, party lite etc..) & not order anything?
Posted by Christine
I don't think it's rude to not buy anything but I always feel compelled to do so anyway.
same here!
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