Jewelry Party

[rob62521]

I opened up my email and saw that I've been invited to a jewelry party. I guess I should be pleased someone wants me to attend, but to be perfectly frank, getting invites to these type of parties whether it is jewelry, lingerie, cooking things, etc. is a problem for me. I usually decline nicely, but then get put on the spot -- why I don't attend. When I say I am uncomfortable because of the guilt of feeling I have to buy something I neither need or want. They always say, you don't have to buy anything, but if that's the case, why have one? I don't like being pressured into buying something. Anyone else have this problem?

[irmanator]

just tell em you have a prior commitment that night and end it there. If they persist say its personal and walk away.

[Joan.of.the.Arch]

Let me assure you that a lot of people "just say 'no'" to these invitations, so you are in good company when you decline. I think it is better to decline honestly, saying that you do not want to attend a sales event than to give the the inviter a reason to put you on her list for next time. Well, irmantor was busy in May, but if I ask her well ahead of time, she should be able to come in June.

[nanamom]

I enjoy these kinds of things and use the chance to buy gifts for people. However I understand completely that there are people who are uncomfortable at them. Simply stating policy that you don't attend Home party events should be enough for everyone.

[SnoopyCool]

I don't like these parties, either, now that I've become more mindful of how I spend money. I, also, think it better to be honest up front in order to avoid the next invite.