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The midst of lockdown 3 has us wondering, when will it end?
espite a non-eventful start to the year we have already welcomed March and things are starting to look up.
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
Each day brings new light, more people
vaccinated and a slow road to normality. The March/April issue will be my third edition of Housewares and I am still yet to produce a publication where retailers are open. In the meantime, I have enjoyed connecting with the industry (albeit online) and can only anticipate the excitement that is to come in the next few months. There is good progress with the vaccination roll out and the road to recovery is not as farfetched as it once seemed with non- essential shops being allowed open from 12th April if all things go to plan. The resilience of the industry and the ability to adapt and overcome
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
4 News 7 Talking Trade: BHETA 8 Spring Fair @ Home 11 On the Board 12 Spring-cleaning 14 Afternoon Tea
16 Wedding Gifts 18 Company Profile - What More UK
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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.
Hope
Smiles from the threshold of the year to come, Whispering ‘it will be happier’…” - Alfred Tennyson
Catrin Jones Deputy Editor Housewares Magazine &
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19 IHA Report 20 Hydration 24 Cookware 26 Hydration: Le Creuset 28 What’s New? 29 Talking Trade: BIRA 30 Blog: Potters of Hockley
20 Oven-to-Tableware 22 Le Creuset - Spring Campaign 24 Glassware 27 Talking Trade: BIRA 28 Housewares as Gifts 30 What’s New?
Spring has sprung and better times lie ahead
a fresh coat of paint and a new kettle. Throughout these difficult times I find myself
is to be commended. Retailers are still providing consumers with home essentials as they opt to re-do and re-design their homes and suppliers are still bringing out new lines. Where there is a will, there is a way.
Cover Story: Le Creuset y: Brabantia
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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Brabantia are delighted to introduce the HangOn Drying Rack – available with 15, 20, or 25m of drying space, in Fresh White, Matt Black or Metallic Grey. There’s even a 25m version with an additional hanging rod, perfect for hanging your shirts! With RRP’s starting from £39.50.
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