How to Host a Purse Party

Plastic storage containers have clearly given way to purses in the home party business. Instead of spending money on the bags, host your own party, possible earning a free purse or two.

Instructions

Prepare to Host a Purse Party

1. Attend a purse party to get an idea of how they are run. Ask the hostess to help you host your own party. Usually, she will get a commission for signing up new people, so she should be happy to help you.

2. Contact PurseParty.com or Diva Girl Purse Party, both reputable purse party distributors, to learn how to host a purse party. While the bags provided by these companies replicate designer styles, they are not counterfeits.

3. Check CraigsList in your city for distributors and consultants looking for party hosts.

4. Shop around for workable upfront costs. You may be required to purchase a starter kit, front the cost of the bags or provide a large deposit on merchandise.

5. Find a location. Usually you will host the party in your own home, but you may want to entice co-workers with a party in the company break room or enjoy a night out with a private room at a lounge.

Host Your Own Purse Party

1. Invite everyone you know to your purse party. You may even consider making it a public party and advertising online.

2. Be clear if invited attendees can bring guests. Purse parties work best by word of mouth advertising, but you don't want the party to get out of hand.

3. Work with your consultant to set up a great party. She is there to help you, so make sure she sets up an attractive display of merchandise in your home.

4. Provide refreshments and drinks, so that people keep shopping. A few cosmos may help loosen the purse strings.

5. Make sure your friends are buying so you can earn your free purse.

Tips & Warnings

• Most hostesses get paid in purses, not cash, so consider this before you host a party.

• Even if you disclose your bags are replica, it's still illegal to sell counterfeit purses. Tread carefully if you choose to have designer knock-offs at your purse party.