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The midst of lockdown 3 has us wondering, when will it end?


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he new year has not offered the prosperity we hoped for the housewares industry and another lockdown is upon us. Non-essential retail has been forced to close for the third time in the past year. It is difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel when we aren’t sure whether we are coming or going but the industry continues to find new ways to adapt. With more time on their hands, many are taking the time to declutter their homes and invest in the space that they spend most of their time in. Whether this be a complete re-design of a room or


4 News 7 Talking Trade: BHETA 8 On the Board: Hayley Baddiley 9 On the Board: Steve Platt 10 Kitchen Knives and Accessories 12 Eco-Friendly 14 Storageware 16 Healthy Eating 18 Interview: ESSELLE Limited


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a fresh coat of paint and a new kettle. Throughout these difficult times I find myself


returning to the words of the great Margaret Attwood – ‘There will be another shore after the rapids. I promise.’ Here’s to hoping that shore is closer than we think.


Catrin Jones Deputy Editor Housewares Magazine & www.HousewaresLive.net cjones@datateam.co.uk


19 IHA Report 20 Hydration 24 Cookware 26 Hydration: Le Creuset 28 What’s New? 29 Talking Trade: BIRA 30 Blog: Potters of Hockley


Cover Story: Le Creuset


Introducing the first of its kind new Hydration Bottle from Le Creuset: with a sleek and stylish design in both matte and gloss finishes, this truly is the ultimate combination of function and beauty for any lifestyle. Complete with a five- year guarantee, the new icon is available to purchase from February 2021.


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