A new kind of House Party

I've been to purse parties and candle parties, parties for jewelry and makeup, Mary Kay parties, Pampered Chef and some I can't even remember the names of anymore. Now there's a different kind of party - one that's truly "no obligation to buy" because there's nothing being sold.

The company is House Party and they're not selling a thing. Instead, they promote brand awareness.

How it works:

Members apply to host a party. It could be for Gerber baby products, Hasbro Game Night, or the Aperitif French Cocktail Hour. If you're selected, you invite people over to sample the products. You get a very generous gift for holding the event. Your guests get a few little things. Everyone gets coupons.

That's it.

I applied for the Fresh Taste of Summer Party by Jarden Home Brands (think Ball canning) where we'll make and can fresh salsa. Yum!