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here’s nothing like seeing products in the flesh, superbly displayed and with help on hand to explain their respective USPs in an enthusiastic and knowledgeable way. It is what sets great retailers apart from the ‘also rans’ and thankfully the housewares industry is well-blessed with plenty of the former! The same goes though for the supplier side. Not every product sector is blessed with a really great trade show, let alone a clutch of them acrosss multiple continents. PH started its trade show ‘grand tour’ at the start of the year with trips to Spring Fair and Ambiente, the latter of which offered the world of tableware under one particularly big roof. With tableware becoming a growing sub-category for traditional cookshop retailers, it’s well worth a visit and is an area we will be reporting on via new channels in the not too distant future. We then were fortunate enough to head Stateside to enjoy the IHA show in Chicago, which continues to be a hugely productive show and one where of course where Potters was honoured with a gia award. We also dipped into The Housewares Show (that’s AIS to Above: Progressive Housewares’ Rob Willis and Jo Howard. you and me) and ventured to the Far East for the Hong Kong Housewares Fair, which was notably trend-focused this year. Now though it’s time for the ‘big one’ in the UK housewares calendar, Exclusively Housewares and Exclusively Electrical. Taking place at London’s Business Design Centre in Islington, the two-day specialist event (Tuesday 11 June and Wednesday 12 June) it promises a very packed show full of new and returning exhibitors. We, at PH have been inundated with products that reflect consumer-led trends with nods to reusable and eco-friendly products, hydration on the go and no doubt retailers will be lapping up all this newness – certainly lots of cause to build up the appetite for the free lunch for which Exclusively is famed! While on the touchy-feely trend, a reminder to all suppliers that the product categories for the Excellence in Housewares Awards 2019 are now open. It is totally free to enter and judged in person by retail buyers – really no reason not to make sure this is ticked off your marketing list. If you’re a buyer/retailer and love the idea of calling yourself a Judge, then please do get in touch as the panel can never be too full of fresh faces. And again, there’s a free lunch… On the retail front, life has been as interesting as we’ve come to expect in the currently unpredictable world of politics, finance and consumerism. Changes including the legislation on knives sales have kept us on our feet, full credit to BIRA and BHETA for standing firm and delivering both the knowledge, support and advice retailers have needed to be informed and compliant. Stay up to date on both topics and more in our news pages – and for those with an iPhone and the propensity for knowledge, you can stay updated almost instantly by singing up to HousewaresNews.net. It doesn’t offer a free lunch – just lots of news and analysis from the heart of the housewares sector. See you in Islington.

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Market Focus: tools and gadgets

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BHETA news

Advertorial Meyer

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Shop Talk: Marchmont Hardware

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Market Focus: glassware

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Advertorial: Beldray

Holly Wilson's From the Frontline

What's Cooking: eco and sustainable products

Show Preview: Exclusively Housewares

Advertorial: Ultimate Products

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Rainy Day Trust's ceo Bryan Clover takes on hiking marathon The historic charity set up in 1843 to aid those who work, or have worked within the home improvement or enhancement industries, sees its ceo Bryan Clover take on the 24 hour non-stop hike to raise more funds for its Apprenticeship Programme. Bryan said: "On Friday 21 June 19, I will be undertaking a non-stop 24-hour hiking marathon, aiming to cover between 100km of The Ridgeway, starting west of Marlborough and finishing North East of Oxford. I'll be carrying everything that I need for the route including water, food and wet weather clothing; about 40lbs in all. I expect to burn something like 9,000 calories and take 70,000+ steps. I am doing this hike as I want to draw attention to our apprenticeship programme and raise awareness of the support that we can give to apprentices in our industries. Learning is a 24 hour process and apprentices keep learning at home after they have finished at work for the day. All of the sponsorship money raised will go to this programme." Alongside Lawsons Builders Merchants as lead sponsor, housewares industry colleagues are encouraged to donate to Bryan's challenge efforts, and can do so by visiting www.justgiving.com/fundraising/rainyday100 In April alone, the Rainy Day Trust has supported near to fifty apprentices.

BergHOFF expands UK team BergHOFF, the awardwinning specialist in innovative kitchenware, has expanded its UK team Above : Brandon Furey joins BergHOFF UK. with the appointment of Brandon Furey as national account manager. Commenting on the appointment, BergHOFF UK managing director Andrew Leggett, said the company was delighted to welcome Brandon, who joins from Creative Tops/Kitchen Craft. “We are only into our 5th year in the UK but we’ve made excellent progress in what are difficult trading times,” said Andrew. “By having Brandon on board, we can support not only our existing key accounts but explore business opportunities with others, across different distribution channels. We look forward to meeting everyone at Exclusively Housewares next month!”

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Offensive Weapons Act receives Royal Assent

Below: Sajid Javid, home secretary.

The Offensive Weapons Act has on 16 May received Royal Assent, bringing in tough new measures that strengthen law enforcement’s response to violent crime. The Act will make it illegal to possess dangerous weapons in private, including knuckledusters, zombie knives and death star knives, and will make it a criminal offence to dispatch bladed products sold online without verifying the buyer is over 18. Retailers that sell knives online were previously relieved by an amendment to The Offensive Weapons Bill that has been passed in the House of Commons. The original Bill proposed a comprehensive ban on the delivery of knives to residential addresses. The amendment allowed knives to be delivered to homes under certain restrictions – firstly that the retailer has systems in place to check the purchaser is over 18, and secondly that the delivery is made by a recognised ‘over 18’ delivery service. Guidance on the process for Knife Crime Prevention Orders will be published, including operational guidance to police forces, ahead of a pilot in London. Sajid Javid, home secretary said: "As Home Secretary, I’m doing everything in my power to tackle the scourge of serious violence. Our new Offensive Weapons Act is a central part of this. These new laws will give police extra powers to seize dangerous weapons and ensure knives are less likely to make their way onto the streets in the first place. The Act will also see the introduction of Knife Crime Prevention Orders – a power the police called for. As well as tough law enforcement, it’s hugely important we continue our work to steer young people away from a life of crime in the first place." The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira), which represents thousands of retailers across the UK, has responded. Andrew Goodacre, ceo of Bira said: "We fully support responsible retailing of knives. These new regulations require two things- one is enforcement, especially where there is a perceived high risk. Secondly, the education of retailers and consumers is vital, not only in terms of knowing their obligations but also on the best way to enforce them. "Bira has been and will continue to work with the Home Office to improve communications to retailers, to ensure they are fully aware of their responsibilities. "We also believe that manufacturers play an important role in providing suitable packaging and labelling, that clearly shows the restrictions on the purchase of knives and other bladed items." Andrew continued.

Housewares buyers run for Prostate Cancer UK Two members of the Housewares retail community have run in separate challenges to raise money for the same cause; Prostate Cancer UK. Richard Poulson, kitchenware buyer for Morleys Stores ran the Mont Saint-Michel Marathon in France on Sunday 26 May. Richard covered over 26 miles across beautiful rolling scenery, on a course famed for being able to see the finish line from the start line, the Bay of Mont SaintMichel between Cancale and Mont Saint-Michel - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also having taken on a huge challenge is Bira South Devon branch member in Brixham, Simon James. Over the weekend of Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 May, members of Torbay Lifeboat crew including Simon undertook a demanding endurance challenge, running a total of 500 miles during a non-stop 24-hour period. Crew member Simon James agreed to run 36 miles during the event.

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The Excellence in Housewares Awards are produced for the industry, with the collective support of the industry, in association with bira. The Royal Lancaster London is the glamorous venue for the ‘must attend’ event for the housewares sector awards - the best networking opportunity of the year! Save the date! Wednesday 2 October 2019, The Royal Lancaster London - #HousewaresAwards19

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• Retail Employee of the Year • Most Promising Newcomer • Excellence in Direct Retailing • Excellence in Retail Training • Excellence in Retail Display – Independent • Excellence in Retail Display – Multiple or Department Store

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Excellence in Cookware Top Tool of Gadget Award Plugged In Cutting Edge Excellence in Homewares Top of the Table Award Innovation in Product Award The Eco Award (New for 2019!) The Icon Award The Supplier Awards Honorary Achievement

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Vend and Bira to launch ‘Remarkable Retailers’ campaign Above: (left to right) Chef Leandro Carreira with Ambassador Manuel Lobo Antunes.

Divertimenti's A Taste of Portugal event 'um grande sucesso' Over 100 guests arrived at Divertimenti’s A Taste of Portugal event on Wednesday 8 May, to celebrate the ceramics of Bordallo Pinheiro alongside those of artisan potter Jose Carvalho. Leandro Carreira, London’s leading Portuguese chef, provided delicious local delicacies for the guests – prepared in the Divertimenti Cookery School, which also celebrates setting a new attendance record. Guests included journalists, bloggers, designers, existing and new customers, along with representatives of local residents associations, the Brompton design district, Portuguese chambe r of commerce and a director of the V&A museum. The Portuguese Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Manuel Lobo Antunes, attended the event and spent over two hours chatting with guests – and invited the Divertimenti team to join him at a reception at the Embassy the following evening - where the efforts of Divertimenti to promote Portugal and Bordallo Pinheiro were mentioned in welcome speeches to those attending. A highlight of the event was a visit from the original founders of Divertimenti, Mike and Suzi Schneiderman – still “addicted to cooking and kitchenware” – who declared themselves delighted by the progress at the store. Commenting on the day, Divertimenti's managing Director Ben Phillips said “After a lot of hard work by the team and support from our brands, the day was a great opportunity to showcase not only all things Portuguese, but also what really can make retail special – and relevant – in today’s world. There was a real buzz and enthusiasm in the store and everyone made a lot of new friends!”

Vend and the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) have launched a campaign called ‘Remarkable Retailers’, which underlines fourteen outstanding contributions to local high streets and champions their innovative approach to retail. Handpicked from a long list of over 1,000 independent stores, Vend and Bira were impressed with the way these businesses use technology to create the foundation of their success. It has enabled them to build unique in-store experiences and products that are cherished by consumers. Isle of Skye, a candle brand with five stores in Scotland, was one of the retailers selected. A passion for the environment is a theme that runs throughout their supply chain, and clever stock management with the help of technology plays a big role in the management of their environmental footprint. Others, such as Hertfordshire’s Soden Style, use technology to be nimble with their presence on the high street. A pop-up launched in 2018, the store responds to consumer trends and gives shoppers unique products that are ‘of the moment’. In London, We Built This City stood out for its ‘artist takeover’ initiative. The store lends its windows to local artists, and hosts workshops enabling customers to design their own unique products based on the capital’s inspiration. The store says technology can boost productivity by making the more administrative tasks easier, awarding the staff time to focus on innovation and making the shopping experience memorable and fun. Vend and Bira handpicked the independent stores for their stand-out approach to retail – whether that be a unique approach to the customer experience, their products or the way that they use technology. The full list can be found at www.vendhq.com/remarkable-retailers. Higor Torchia, UK country manager at Vend, said: “These Remarkable Retailers differentiate themselves by their unique products and customer experiences, but are united by their innovative use of retail technology to support their success. Each retailer’s use of cloud-based software allows them to manage inventory on-the-go, as well as run clever reporting analytics that gain insight on customer loyalty and what’s selling well. It means the retailers have more time to focus on creating winning formulas to ensure that local high street can thrive.”

Strong HKTDC Hong Kong Houseware Fair The 34th HKTDC Hong Kong Houseware Fair and the 10th HKTDC Hong Kong International Home Textiles and Furnishings Fair (20-23 April), both organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) welcomed nearly 47,000 global buyers, with increased attendance from several markets including Mainland China, Macao, Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, Russia, Turkey and Brazil. Byron Lee, senior exhibitions manager for HKTDC told PH: “We are very happy with the show layout and attendance this year, enjoying an increased exhibitor base as both our Houseware Fair Above: Cooking action from the 2019 and Home Textiles Fair culminate in more than 2500 individual Teflon Diamond Standard Awards. exhibitors which makes us the largest homewares show of this kind in Asia. We have had some great feedback from buyers and journalists surrounding the Trend Display following our collaboration with WGSN, and this forms part of our vision to have more curated content, future looking content, and market intelligence – this all backs up the process of exhibitors coming here to take orders.”

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BHETA restructures

Below: Seema Grantham is a familiar face for the housewares industry.

BHETA (British Home Enhancement Trade Association) has reorganised its management structure. The development follows BHETA’s recent investment in Brooke House Exhibitions, making it the outright owner of the Exclusively shows. The new structure is designed to spearhead existing and new initiatives in the home and garden market place and to drive representation and added value engagement for existing and prospective members. Will Jones, hitherto BHETA’s housewares sector director is taking up the newly created position of chief operating officer, reporting to BHETA executive chairman Andrew Weiss. The new role sees Will responsible for overseeing and delivering BHETA’s strategy in all market sectors as well as heading up day to day operations in support of all membership activity, including the Exclusively shows. Paul Grinsell, BHETA’s home improvement sector director left the Association at the end of May to fulfill a long-held dream of an extended European and Russian motorcycle road trip. Seema Grantham has been appointed as the new sector manager for housewares (see BHETA news page 20). A new marketing manager will oversee all marketing activity relating to the Exclusively shows as well as strategy and implementation for BHETA marketing initiatives in general, across traditional and digital platforms, as well as increasing the membership base through recruitment. Clare Holland, currently BHETA’s financial controller moves to the role of finance director, supporting both BHETA and Brooke House Exhibitions. Clare will also continue in her position as treasurer of The Rainy Day Trust. Nicola Adams-Brown is now membership services manager, with particular focus on export initiatives and member engagement and retention, supported by the member services team.

The Cookware Company’s new trade portal Stockists of GreenPan can place orders with a few clicks The Cookware Company has launched a new online portal designed to allow trade customers to place orders quickly and conveniently. The new platform www.greenpan-B2B.co.uk lets customers order 24/7, check availability and order history and choose when the order is delivered. There is also a cost benefit in switching to using the new portal – all orders placed online from April 2019 will be in line for a 2% discount. The new B2B platform also gives customers access to information on new products such as the award-winning GreenPan Featherweight range and innovations, care and use guidelines and information on brands, collections and ceramic non-stick technologies.

Above: GreenPan’s Featherweight range.

Haus takes on Véritable distribution for the UK Following a hugely positive response in the UK market since June 2018, the supplier felt it was time to expand its presence with a dedicated partner to service UK stockists. Haus will expand Véritable’s presence in the UK, offering their excellent sales expertise, marketing guidance, fast deliveries and outstanding aftercare.Véritable claims to be the leading manufacturer of Smart Indoor Gardens. Manufactured in France, the innovative small domestic product allows customers to grow, harvest and enjoy over fifty differents aromatic herbs, baby vegetables, young greens, edible flowers and small fruits all year round. Paul Shelley, managing director at HAUS Marketing and Distribution, said: “We are thrilled to be working alongside such an exciting an innovative brand. We believe that this will be a fantastic opportunity for the UK and we are proud to add Veritable to our portfolio. These gardens welcome an explosion of flavour to the market and offer a complete ‘wow’ factor and talking point in any home.” The Véritable smart indoor gardens is a complete solution product, encapsulating llighting, self irrigation, pre-seeded natural Lingot refills for organic delicious dishes guaranteed. Both firms will exhibit at Exclusively Housewares in June.

Excel in entering “The Excellence in Housewares Awards are an antidote to all the negativity, anxiety and uncertainty felt in the UK right now – they are all about celebrating the great things in our industry – and there are loads – on the retail and supplier fronts,” commented Rob Willis, publishing director of Progressive Housewares, announcing the Excellence in Housewares Awards 2019 (co-organised by PH and Bira Cookshop & Housewares) open for product entries, retailer nominations and submissions. Building on this good news, Rob added that this year’s awards’ programme sees the launch of a timely new product category – The Eco Award, that will recognise products that promote sustainable living and environmental awareness. Nomination and entry forms can be downloaded from the new Excellence in in Housewares Awards site at www.excellenceinhousewares.co.uk. The simple entry sheet should be sent with product samples to PH’s HQ by mid June. The Awards are free to enter and all entries will be judged by a panel of leading retailers. Meanwhile, retailers are encouraged to shout about their successes by nominating themselves for the Excellence in Retailer Initiative, Training and Display awards, as well as putting forward a retail star from the shopfloor or customer services team for the Employee of the Year Award (by emailing joh@max-publishing.co.uk).

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Hinch boost for Scrub Daddy Evo Lifestyle Products will present cleaning sensation, theo riginal Scrub Daddy as well the whole “Scrub” family on its stand at Exclusively Housewares (June 11-12 London Business Design Centre). Sales of the Scrub Daddy cleaning sponge have grown having been recommended by social media cleaning influencer, Mrs Hinch. Beth Eccles, marketing executive for Evo Lifestyle notes: ““The Hinch Effect has had a hugely positive impact on the sales growth of Scrub Daddy. The product range was already becoming a must-have in every households cleaning cupboard but the effect of Mrs Hinch’s recommendation of the product has made customers seek desperately to find Scrub Daddy in more retail stores.” She also acknowledges the cultural shift in consumer attitudes to cleaning: “Since the rise of the cleaning influencers on Instagram we have seen a huge change in how cleaning is perceived. Where a year ago people saw cleaning as a chore and something they didn’t want to spend their time on, it’s now become a hobby for many.” “Lynsey Queen of Clean and Mrs Hinch have created content where they have made cleaning fun and it’s no longer being perceived as work or a job. Whether this is naming cloths and sponges or choosing the perfect playlist to take on a cleaning task, these cleaning influencers have started a craze where buying cleaning products and having a huge cleaning cupboard stocked right up is now more fun than shopping for new clothes! “added Becky.

Jeray Sales crowned with Queen’s Award for International Trade With over 50 years heritage and a family tree as its DNA, Jeray Sales is a name synonymous with the housewares sector, and the trusted supplier has been recognised in the Queen's Awards program. The Queen's Award for International Trade is awarded for growth and commercial success in international trade rewarding outstanding achievement by UK businesses in the categories of innovation, international trade, sustainable development and promoting opportunity through social mobility. Paul Spencer, director at Jeray told HousewaresNews.net: "To be recognised for our international efforts is truly rewarding, an honour we share with everyone from our own team to our product and retail partners. "If you notice our stand at the front of Exclusively Housewares looking abandoned on Tuesday afternoon it’s because myself and Jeremy Lowe must don our best outfits and collect the Queen’s Award for International Trade from Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace!" Paul’s father Ray founded Jeray in 1947 and started exporting his famous pink elephant ice cubes in the 1960s. 55 million+ ice cubes later, Ray is still involved in the company aged 91!. Paul continued: “It’s really gratifying that retailers around the Above: Paul Spencer beams world appreciate our fun drink accessories, and it’s thanks to the with pride alongside some of teams at BHETA and the DIT for encouraging and supporting us the company's famous lines. to go for this prestigious award. Wherever you are in the world people love to entertain and drink so it’s appropriate our current bestseller is a glass Globe Decanter!’

Tableware records Brexit

Left: Hard and Soft Brexit eggcups by Brexit Ware.

Crockery called Brexit Ware is depicting the unfolding of Brexit. Painter Harriet Coles began painting interpretations of events and possibilities after the EU referendum in June 2016. Her designs have been transposed onto bone china, in conjunctions with Edwards and Lockett in Stoke-on-Trent. Popular products include eggcups with the motifs ‘Hard Brexit’ and ‘Soft Brexit’ and the ‘Uncertain Tea’ teacups, with various outcomes for tealeaves to foretell inside the cup itself. Harriet’s designs also include a variation on the famous Willow Pattern. The Weeping Willow plate depicts the coasts of Britain and France with the bridge broken between them, and Britons with wrecking bar and sledge hammer walking away.

Kellogg’s Vintage housewares line hits retail Kimm & Miller range launches on TruffleShuffle with upcoming listings including Shop Direct and JD Williams. Pink Key Licensing and Kimm & Miller are celebrating after the successful launch of a new Kellogg’s Vintage housewares collection. The initial offering includes a range of porcelain ‘essentials’ based around breakfast time such as cereal bowls, a teapot, a travel mug for the morning commute, salt and pepper pots, plus enamel mugs. TruffleShuffle is the first retailer to list the new range, with the company getting behind it with key photography and promotion on its site. Upcoming listings include Shop Direct and JD Williams. Kimm & Miller explained that independent interest in the range is strong, with a new online shop launching in July which will major on the Vintage range. “We are absolutely delighted with what Kimm & Miller have done; the design is vibrant and really brings out the best in our artwork,” said Richard Pink, md of Pink Key Licensing. “The launch at Above: Kellogg’s vintage range Autumn Fair last year was terrific. “Although Kimm and Miller have not been regarded as a ‘housewares’ licensee, they have been working with us for many years on our hugely successful Christmas gifting range, they understand the brand so well and we love their design capabilities. Looking at this range we know we have chosen the right partner.”

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Brand-tastic Exclusively Above: Dunelm has again reported good trading results.

Dunelm’s 12.5% revenue increase Housewares stockist Dunelm Group’s total like-for-like (LFL) revenue for the third quarter increased by 12.5% for the 13-week period up to March 30 2019. The retailer’s LFL store revenue increased by +9.8% year-on-year, while its LFL online revenue on Dunelm.com grew by an impressive +32.1% during the quarter. Meanwhile, the total multi-channel revenue for the quarter, defined as LFL online revenue plus Reserve & Collect and tablet-based selling in-store, represented 18.5% of revenue, an increase of +4.1ppts year on year. The retailer is planning to open two new stores (including one relocation) towards the end of the financial year. Nick Wilkinson, Dunelm's chief executive highlighted the company’s “improved homewares offer,” and stated: “The strong growth in the third quarter reflects our on-going focus on attracting more customers to the brand and giving them more reasons to shop with us through great product and service. Our performance was also buoyed by a positive homewares market.”

The 149 exhibitors at Exclusively Housewares and Exclusively Electrical (June 1112 London’s Business Design Centre) will feature 32 new exhibitors and over 275 brands across kitchenware, cookware, tableware, utility and small electricals. Exclusively Electrical welcomes six new exhibitors; Cleva, Ritterwerk, SodaStream, Connect / Samsung, Smartwares and Scott Brothers/Honeywell. The line-up of 26 new exhibitors in Exclusively Housewares includes; Amefa, Aydya, Barista, Candlelight, Captivate Brands, Casa & Casa, De Buyer, Dexam, Eko, Snips. H&L Russel, Mapa Spontex, Mepal, Nogent, Orthex, KitchenCraft, Patterson & Rothwell, Remoska, Royal Doulton, SMB Group, Starplast, Stor, Above: Consumer media influencers were able to sample Talleres Toymes, UP Global Sourcing, Valerie Graham and Wetger. some products from the 2018 Lindsey Hoyle, sales director for the Exclusively Shows comments: “This year we Brand Showcase. have some very exciting introductions to the show from both the UK and Europe. Buyers on a mission to seek newness will not be disappointed; from in store experiences to clever gadgets and more environmentally conscious product than we have ever seen before, the show will be a fantastic start to range planning and buying for the fourth quarter and into 2020”. Meanwhile, the show’s Brand Showcase (introduced in 2017) will again be a key feature for the shows, attracting the attention of leading consumer journalists, influencers, tv editors and bloggers. The initiative provides a unique opportunity for exhibitors to get their products in front of consumer media. In 2018, it is estimated that the media coverage resulting from this initiative reached a staggering 16M + consumers (based on title readership figures and published daily unique visitor numbers to online portals). The Brand Showcase and Press Gifting Room at Exclusively Shows creates an edit of the main shows, dedicated to promoting exhibitors to the British lifestyle press and leading media influencers. Journalists are invited to see event highlights in one space quickly and effectively. This year sees a new logo for the showcase, plus a new design for the Brand Showcase area, on online press portal (for easy access to press releases and high resolution images) and ‘Christmas in June’ highlights, providing timely gift inspiration for journalists as they plan their festive editions.

Top retailers join BHETA's responsible knife retailing workshop The British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA) is to facilitate a consultative retailer and supplier workshop on knife retail in a first move following its decision to co-ordinate a proactive ‘responsible retailing’ campaign. John Lewis, Lakeland, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Dunelm, Steamer Trading and TK Maxx are among the multiple retailer brands who attended the event on May 15 at BHETA’s headquarters in Vyse Street, Birmingham. They were joined Above: Some of the exhibitors that donated to Islington by leading kitchen knife suppliers such as Taylor’s Eye Witness, Amefa, Fiskars, Giving last year, pictured with Meyer, Haus, Burton McCall, Kuhn Rikon and Robert Welch, several of whom representatives of the charity attended BHETA’s initial meeting on the subject, which initiated the campaign. and PH. Commenting on the workshop event, Will Jones said, “BHETA’s initial action after the March 25th supplier meeting was to write to all major retailers to ask for their input and engagement in support of best practice on this serious and complex issue. I am very pleased that we have received such commitment from so many leading industry players and look forward to progressing the responsible retailing initiative with them.”

Above: Some of the exhibitors that donated to Islington Giving last year, pictured with representatives of the charity and PH.

Supporting Islington Giving In a charity initiative organised by Progressive Housewares, exhibitors from Exclusively Housewares and Exclusively Electrical are invited to support Islington Giving by making any product donations at the end of the shows. Islington Giving works to tackle poverty and inequality in Islington (the home of Exclusively venue, the Business Design Centre, and one of the most deprived boroughs in England). Housewares donations distributed by Islington Giving can help improve the lives of disadvantaged local families and children.

CaddyO on ITV’s Good Morning CellarDine’s bottle chiller complimented by TV presenters when discussing ‘glamping.’ TV presenters Alice Beer, Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford showed off CellarDine’s CaddyO bottle chiller on ITV’s This Morning on May 16, with very complimentary comments for the product. Hightlighting rise of stylish camping or ‘glamping,’ Alice Beer reported that you do not have to forego home comforts to enjoy the great outdoors, with, for example, the help of the CaddyO. Peter Dunne, managing director of CellarDine (distributed via PHA) commented: “As a business we are 100% dedicated to designing and manufacturing the best possible products and will continue to promote our customers via the media where possible. We hope this additional coverage brings our customers media exposure and incremental sales.” Above: The CaddyO from CellarDine. PROGRESSIVE

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KitchenAid celebrates 100 years with sensory-led event

Above: Gary Gordon.

Gary Gordon on knives sales The Government are “missing the whole point” when pointing the finger at retailers, argues Honorary Bira member, Gary Gordon. Gary Gordon, former owner of Kitchen Kapers cookshops, honorary Bira member and member of the Bira Legal and Parliamentary committee, as well as Bira’s representative on the BRC property group has joined HousewaresNews.net’s debate about the sale of knives. Gary comments: “Your recently published article from Keith of La Cookshop was very apt for the current legislation situation. He made some very good points. However, the government, no matter of which persuasion, refuses to accept that the main source of knife crime is social and not down to a few retailers selling knives to under age buyers. It has to be accepted that knife crime is mainly linked to the illegal drug trade. Sharpened blades are the weapon of choice of the gangs running the underground drugs trade, protecting their patches from all others who might try or buy or sell drugs where they operate. The massive majority of knives are acquired from the kitchen drawer, or a neighbour’s kitchen drawer, and not from a shop, where they will be clocked and possible recognised during the purchase process. Yet, instead of focusing on the truth of the matter, HMG points the finger at traders, missing the whole point, to suit their own purpose. The powers that be should be looking at the legal availability of drugs, and whether they should be legally allowed to be prescribed. A difficult ask, but unless action is taken to wreck the income of the drug dealers, by making access to drugs available, and at an acceptable price, knife crime will continue to be a massive problem to our country. A sad acknowledgement, but one the MP's should recognise.”

Press, retailers and distribution partners were invited to the exclusive event in Canary Wharf. Stating that its 100th birthday is more than just a celebration of an iconic brand, but a thank you to the makers that have pushed the brand to innovate over the decades, KitchenAid continued to mark its centenary with a sensorial party in London’s Canary Wharf last night (Tuesday 7 May). Attended by press, retail buyers and distribution partners, the event – held at East Wintergarden – celebrated the ‘spirit of making’ that has inspired the brand for a century. Commenting on the celebrations, Helen Simpson, marketing manager UK & Ireland told HousewaresNews.net: “Tonight we officially celebrated 100 years of KitchenAid with an exclusive event at the East Wintergarden in Canary Wharf. The immersive exhibition told the story behind the creation of the original Stand Mixer in 1919 and brought food, sight, touch, sound and scent together in an adventure designed to engage all of the senses. The evening was also the perfect opportunity to say thank you to our trade Top: KitchenAid100 partners who we value greatly.” Above: The KitchenAid team with The thoughtfully curated displays offered guests a chance to take a journey HousewaresNews.net’s director and co-owner Rob Willis. through their senses, and how they were aligned with KitchenAid’s iconic memory-making products, encapsulating sight, sound, touch, scent and taste. Wowed guests included the home buying team from House of Fraser, including Beth Langdon – head of buying – who told HousewaresNews.net: “KitchenAid has been in our stores for as long as I’ve been at House of Fraser, it does really very well for us. As a great heritage brand it’s something our customers really identify with.” Agreeing on behalf of the specialist independent retailers was Simon Dawson, director of Dawsons Department Store, who said: “KitchenAid is our number one SDA brand both in terms of volume and value. We love to be at events like this, because as an independent cookshop you have to be at the forefront of new releases and aware of how the brand is operating. We want to get new product as quickly as possible and so our brand working relationships are vital.” The sensory tour will continue in multiple locations including Hamburg, Paris and Milan. Retailers or other contacts wishing to find out more are encouraged to get in touch. Below: Mastrad’s m° control is suitable for all cooking methods.

Mastrad’s meat° it and m° control win three industry awards for innovation and design French kitchenware company, Mastrad’s high-tech cooking tools the meat° it and m° control have scooped three industry awards. Launched last year, the meat° it was awarded the 2019 Red Dot Design Award and 2019 CES Innovation Award. Meanwhile m° control (which launches this month) was presented with a Global Honoree at the 2019 IHA Global Innovation Award (gia) programme last month in its Kitchenware category. The meat° it is the first patented 100% wireless cooking probe that can be used in the oven, stovetop, or outdoor grill, when open or closed, ensuring that meat, poultry, or fish is cooked to perfection by controlling the internal temperature, cooking speed and heat strength. Compatible with both Android and iOS via Bluetooth, the small smart wireless device also resists flare-ups and alerts users if the meat is overcooking or undercooking, with a range up to 65 feet. The m°control is said to be the only cooking probe that allows users to keep track of both the surface temperature and the food’s internal temperature.

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The food people at Exclusively Charles Banks from “the food people” will be present a food trends talk each day at Exclusively Housewares and Exclusively Electrical (June 11-12 London’s Business Design Centre). He will “share the most relevant food and drink future trends which will have an impact on every visitor and exhibitor attending the show over the course of the next two years. “ ‘The food people’ release a report every year that investigates food and drink mega trends including cuisines, ingredients, cooking methods and preparation techniques. The forecasts will help to align housewares buying, promotions, events and merchandising with the trends of tomorrow. Charles explains: “The problem for business today is that food moves fast, very fast and often the consumer is moving faster still. So understanding what the next vegan, the next street food or the next Korean is, is critical for business. At “the food people” we combine specialist global understanding of consumer trends and behaviours with our expertise and passion in food and drink to define the future horizon in the sector.” The food trend talks take place at 11.15 each day in the trend hub (above Exclusively Electrical) which will also be home to display by “the food people.” Visitors will be able to explore the online trends platform, have a look through the 2019-20 trends book and take away a free copy of the 2019-20 trends infographic poster.

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Independents help make a wave of change A number of independent cookshops are helping to raise awareness of the charity Plastic Oceans UK (see www.plasticoceans.uk) by promoting T&G’s Gift of the Year 2019 winning Ocean range in window displays and stores. Creative display makers include Bacchanalia Cookshop (at Redbrick Mill, Batley), Potters of Hockley and Hurst on the Isle of Wight. T&G donates to Plastic Oceans UK for sales from its Above: Potters of Hockley and Hurst Ocean range, which is inspired by the love of the sea, and on the Isle of Wight includes ceramic storage, wireware baskets and trivets, cork tablemats and coasters and shaped wood boards. At Bacchanalia Cookshop, owner Kathie Hopkinson told HousewaresNews.net that its Ocean themed displays have created a lot of interest: “T&G’s Ocean range is very well received by our customers, particularly the Wireware and the cork tablemats and coasters.” Meanwhile, displays of T&G’s Ocean range are part of a major focus on the problem of plastic waste and potential solutions for this at Potters Cookshop in Hockley. Director Tom Carter told HousewaresNews how Potters’ initiative came about: “I came up with an idea last year of a whale made up of plastic bottles to highlight the worrying issue with plastic waste. As ever, our visual merchandising maestro Alison Hobbs took this onboard and designed something on a larger scale!” The main window features a whales tail made of bottles, a turtle made of plastic wrapping, a milk bottle iceberg and a polar bear tangled up in fishing net. All the windows either side of this show products that help to reduce waste, including recycled, sustainable and organic options, and T&G’s Ocean range with its support for Plastic Oceans UK. Tom explains: “All the staff, families and even customers helped collect over a 1000 bottles with Alison’s brother supplying the milk cartons from his cafe for the iceberg! The window has really engaged the local community with customers coming in everyday to comment on how brilliant and shocking it is.” Tom adds that Potters’ display project is evolving into a unique community initiative: “We now have two local schools involved and are working with them in-store and in the schools with how they can help reduce waste. This will be on-going over the next few weeks and some children will come into store to talk to the customers on the benefit of change, also helping sell the sustainable products themselves!” Tom and Alison are also hoping to go into schools to speak to pupils. Meanwhile, Potters has held a VIP evening with Malcolm Haradine to show off the gia Award winning Stasher range as “a great alternative to cling film”) “We want to show we can all help to change the amount of waste we create,” notes Tom.

New faces at Horwood Maurizo Rispoli has joined Horwood as international head of sales, Maurizio who has over 10 years in the housewares industry comments on the recent launch of Smidge: “Horwood has just launched the most exciting brand I’ve seen in over a decade, to be given the opportunity to drive the international ambition with this British heritage company was one that I jumped at.” Meanwhile, Nigel Hardman, hitherto financial director at Horwood, has retired after a substantial 28 years. Nigel has witnessed changes and development of the company and achieved some noteworthy accomplishments during his time at Horwood. Taking over his position of financial director, Kerry Heathcote has joined the team with 19 years of financial experience since qualifying as a chartered accountant. Left: Maurizo Rispoli – new at Horwood.

Model team at Boska Boska – the Cheesewares specialist from Holland which has recently diversified into ‘Chocowares’ – is well known for the striking imagery used on its exhibition stands, social media, website, showroom and newsletters. Eagle eyed fans of Boska may have spotted that some of the ‘models’ in the photos are also members of the Boska team. “We try to make heads turn with our imagery, showing people enjoying cool food and tools in extraordinary Above: ‘Chocobar’ by Boska – the photo was taken settings, “ acknowledges Cindy van Turnhout, in a bar near Las Vegas. communications manager for Boska. She adds: “These amazing photographs are made possible with a low budget base using Boska colleagues as models. Sjors van de Rijdt, our creative director – and also a ‘model’ – is creator of the photo concepts.” The latest images – Chocobar and Hangover – were taken on a trip to the US. In addition to Patrick, Jessey Grootenboer, Boska’s product photographer and graphic designer appears in both photos. ‘Chocobar’ also features some of the locals who were at the location, a bar in Goodsprings, just outside of Las Vegas. The group is pictured enjoying Boska’s new chocolate product range, including the Choco Fondue Marie, Choco Curler and Choco Breaker. Cindy reflects: “Our imagery is about enjoying life, especially with friends or family and with good food. Most importantly is our conviction that good specialty food tastes best when eaten using the right tools. These are tools that show respect to the delicacy you’re eating, by presenting them in a pretty way, by preserving the foods quality, structure, shape and taste.” Boska will be exhibiting at Exclusively Housewares (June 11-12, London Business Design Centre).

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Responsible knife retailing workshop

Inset: Seema Grantham.

People BHETA has appointed Seema Grantham as its new housewares sector manager, the first appointment since the announcement of the Association’s recent restructure. Bringing a wealth of industry experience to her new role at BHETA, Seema, previously UK sales director at The Cookware Company, was responsible for leading the strategic and commercial development of the company’s UK brands as well as developing successful long-term relationships with key retailers including John Lewis, Dunelm and other key accounts. In her new role, Seema will be charged with supporting existing members with added value initiatives and enhanced plans in the housewares sector as well as increasing the membership base through recruitment. “It’s a great opportunity for me to be joining BHETA’s well-established and successful team and I look forward to contributing to improving members' involvement with the Association while adding value to their businesses,” she stated.

BHETA recently facilitated a consultative retailer and supplier workshop on knife retail in a first move following its decision to coordinate a proactive ‘responsible retailing’ campaign. John Lewis, Lakeland, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Dunelm, Steamer Trading and T K Maxx were among the multiple retailer brands that attended the event in mid-May which took place at BHETA’s HQ in Vyse Street, Birmingham. They were joined by leading kitchen knife suppliers that included Taylor’s Eye Witness, Amefa, Fiskars, Meyer, Haus, Burton McCall, Kuhn Rikon and Robert Welch, several of whom attended BHETA’s initial meeting on the subject, which initiated the campaign. Will Jones, chief operating officer of BHETA, chaired the meeting, which covered an agenda ranging from product design, packaging and merchandising to point of sale and Inset: Will Jones, retailer checkout procedures to consumer education and chief operating political lobbying. officer of BHETA.

‘Exclusively’ opportunities A further two companies have joined the ranks of BHETA, with both utilising BHETA’s unique Exclusively exhibition opportunity to promote products and services to the housewares market. Casa & Casa, which was first launched at Spring Fair, is debuting at Exclusively with its range of insulated drinks containers, cool bags, foldable furniture and shopping trolleys, using Exclusively to launch its insulated flasks and cups, which are marketed under the Xento brand. Additionally, injection moulder and toolmaker Patterson & Rothwell, which specialises in injection moulding presses, robotics and related software, is also using the Exclusively Show for new product development purposes. “It’s great to see the synergy between BHETA and Exclusively working in practice,” commented Will Jones, BHETA’s sector director for housewares and small domestic appliances. “The show is a perfect platform for engagement between UK retailers and suppliers and the breadth of interest becomes greater every year.” Exclusively Housewares and Exclusively Electrical will be taking place at London’s Business Design Centre from June 11-12.

Waste compliance webinar attracts BHETA members BHETA members recently logged on to a webinar set up by BHETA associate member Wastepack, to provide updates on the latest government consultations on Defra’s Resource and Waste Strategy, which was launched at the end of 2018. Currently, there are several live government consultations covering a variety of aspects of the strategy. Of particular importance to BHETA members is the Reforming the UK Packaging Producer Responsibility System consultation. The proposals have significant potential financial implications to BHETA members. Contact Wastepack on 01279 620000 or visit help@wastepack.co.uk.

A positive BHETA Gfk Quarterly PoS index ‘Cautiously confident’ is the note sounded by the latest of BHETA’s quarterly GfK PoS Index Q1 2019 reports which cove April 2018 – March 2019. With all figures directly linked to the categories and products on BHETA’s online Retailer Zone, the implications of the figures are being absorbed by more industry suppliers than ever, with over 1400 brands now represented. In the home enhancement and home improvement sectors, the report reveals value growth across all top-line categories (housewares, small electricals & air treatment, DIY and garden). Meanwhile retail sales in general, measured by quantity, increased by 1.6% in the three months to March when compared the last quarter, following a longer period of sustained growth. However, recurring stories of retail restructuring and store closures – as well as a drill down into the top line figures - show that retailers are not out of the woods yet, says the Association. The exceptions to sales growth by quantity in the last quarter are department stores and household goods retailers. As a specific category, housewares achieved the smallest amount of growth at 0.1% of all the market sectors that BHETA monitors. The strong performers included food and kitchen storage, although other areas, such as small domestic appliances, were not looking as positive. PROGRESSIVE

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very quarter we ask our members to share their sales figures with us. We then compile the results and use them to influence the Government through our Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Committee. This quarter’s results made interesting reading, especially regarding cookshops. Cookshops and housewares retailers saw an increase in sales this quarter, with a +2.07% increase when compared to Q1 in 2018 (-1.45%), which is good to see. The milder winter may have led to higher sales. The overall figures for the first quarter were encouraging too, with six of the 12 sectors surveyed reporting a positive average performance during the quarter, with ten out of the 12 showing an improvement when compared to Q1 2018. The worst performing sector in our Quarterly Sales Monitor was Gifts, Glass, China, Jewellery, Accessories and Luggage, which was down -5.07%. It was one of the stronger performing sectors in the last quarter, so it is perhaps not surprising that sales of gifts etc., Above: Andrew Goodacre, ceo dropped post-Christmas. of the British Independent Of course, several issues are still concerning retailers. Brexit has, once Retailers Association (Bira). again, been highlighted as causing apprehension and is clearly having an effect, with 60.31% of retailers facing modest margin pressures due to the weak £pound. Other factors, such as rising wages, pension increases and rates, were also highlighted by respondents as concerns, and this is reflected in the results, with 54.45% of retailers feeling anxious about the year ahead. To let us know if you have experienced similar or different results for the start of 2019 please contact membership@bira.co.uk Or if you would like to find out more about our association and how membership could benefit you, contact our membership team on 0800 028 0245 or visit bira.co.uk. Andrew Goodacre, ceo of the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira)

MPs attend business rates meeting A cross-section of independent retailers were at the heart of an all-important business rates discussion at Bira’s HQ in Birmingham, held on Monday May 20, and attended by senior MPs. The Rt Hon Nicky Morgan, MP (chair of the Treasury Committee), alongside MPs Steve Baker, Alison McGovern and Clive Betts (chair of the Housing, Communities and Local Government Select Committee), brought the Treasury Committee’s enquiry into business rates to Birmingham in order to speak to a number of independent retailers – to include Jacqui Bennett from Cooks of Trentham and Liz Lawson from Above: The Rt Hon Nicky Lawsons. The Committee heard first hand how business rates are crippling Morgan, MP, chair of the retailers and also heard suggestions for a new system. Treasury Committee, is shown at Bira’s HQ in May. Andrew Goodacre, ceo of Bira said: “It was incredibly important for the committee to come out of London to hear from retailers from the rest of the country and to gain an understanding of what is happening at the coal face. The MPs really listened to their views and agreed that significant change is needed. We were pleased to hear that Bira’s proposal for a business rates allowance was heard, as well as more fundamental calls for reform.”

Bira Direct adds new suppliers Bira Direct has welcomed over 30 new suppliers, 24 of which are dedicated to gifting and lifestyle products. "With increased competition from online retailers, bricks-and mortar independents need to diversify their product ranges,” says buying expert Suzanne Chapman. “Keeping on top of trends, and being Above: Stewarts of Trent Bridge is one of aware of product launches, is a key way of ensuring the mix is over thirty new suppliers to join Bira Direct. relevant, up-to-date and what the customer wants.” Reflecting the boom in interest in fine coffee, a new Bira Direct supplier is artisan roaster Stewarts of Trent Bridge. Other suppliers include Fiskars, Fackelmann Brands UK for kitchen gadgets, bakeware from brands including Probus, Zenker and Dr Oetker, and trend-led gift company Sass & Belle. To join Bira Direct visit bira.co.uk or call 0121 446 6688. PROGRESSIVE

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Below: Howard Pullen, now national president of bira.

New Bira president takes office in June At Bira’s AGM on June 20, Howard Pullen, formally of Howard Pullen Machinery, will receive his chain of office as the national president of Bira, taking over the reins from Surinder Josan of All Seasons DIY. Howard is the first member of Bira’s BAGMA (British Agricultural and Garden Machinery Association) division to become national president of the Association. “We’re very grateful for the hard work that Surinder has put into the role of president over the last year, visiting lots of members and representing us at every opportunity,” said Bira’s ceo Andrew Goodacre. He added:“It will be good to use Howard’s expertise in business in the next year to support independent business owners.”

‘Remarkable Retailers’ campaign Bira and Vend recently joined forces to launch the Remarkable Retailers campaign championing independents stores. They highlighted 14 outstanding contributions to local high streets and championed their innovative approach to retail. Handpicked from over 1,000 independent stores, the two organisations were impressed with the way these businesses use technology to create the foundation of their success, enabling them to build unique in store experiences. The full list can be found at www.vendhq.com/remarkableretailers.

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Above: Holding some of the exhibits in Inventors’ Corner at the recent IH+HS: Eddie Clarke with his Combo Temp from Aidea, Kim Burney with her Mighty Carver, Cindy Fox with her rapid slicer, Anna Gifford with Grania Products’ Egg Stripper, and Charlene Lion with Relay Kitchen’s Hands-Free Grinder.

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Where do the ideas for new housewares products come from? Who better to ask than the passionate participants of Inventors’ Corner at Chicago’s International Home + Housewares Show (IH+HS) and the designers of the future who took were finalists in the show’s international Student Design Competition. PH asked these new industry players about their sources of inspiration, which stem from real-life experiences, observations and frustrations.

Moving solutions The old proverb, ‘necessity is the mother of invention’ was apparent in The Inventors’ Corner section of the recent Chicago’s International Home + Housewares Show (IH+HS March 2-5). The section of the show is home to a host of passionate start-ups and individuals showing new ideas for housewares and home products, many of which have personal stories behind their creation. PH was part of the (friendly) Dragons’ Den style Media Panel at the IH+HS, hearing the pitches of some of the inventors and providing practical advice regarding marketing and development. Inventor Eddy Clarke, ceo of Aidea presented his ComboTemps stainless steel bottle that can hold two different temperature liquids at the same time. Eddy explains: “I came up with the idea when we would take my son on driving trips. I would have to stop and go into a fast food restaurant and ask for hot water and then put the baby bottle in the hot water to warm up milk. I observed people carrying a water bottle and different containers for food, so I thought a bottle to fit food and liquid would be ideal.” Amanda Hughes created the Honey at Home Lid Latch as a solution for taking cooked food to other people’s houses or the beach in her Crockpot. The Lid Latch is a reusable universal strap to secure the

lids of pots, pans, slow cookers and casserole dishes. “I’m a good cook, so people always want me to take stuff to parties and gatherings – I used to use rubber bands, which would break,” reflects Amanda. Meanwhile, Simply Spiked are interlocking reusable panels for creating food or floral art forms – invented to provide an end to the tedium of sticking multiple cocktail sticks in foam. “You can create jaw dropping designs so easily – we have some amazing imagery on social PROGRESSIVE

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media,” says Carina Wood from Simply Spiked. The Sidesip travel mug was co-created by the Lopynski family after a driver crashed into the back of their dad’s car while drinking from a travel mug (obscuring his vision). The Sidesip enables someone to drink from a side spout meaning that vision is not obscured. Ergonomics was the inspiration for the GrabOpener bottle opener from Zawsi. Its inventor, Mark Manger had what might be describes as a ‘Eureka moment’ while drinking beer at his kitchen table and looking at the style of “a straight, twohanded, stick and screw opener I had picked up in Africa.” He reflects: “I had been thinking for some time about how hand-tools are grasped to operate, and I

Inset: Mark Manger demonstrating the GrabOpener from Zawsi in Inventors’ Corner.

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Food for thought Inset: The Folks’ knife provides a safer method of cutting for the Visually Impaired.

Inset: Student Design Competition winner, Kevin with Folks Kitchenware for the Blind, inspired by his experiences with Visually Impaired people and subsequently his own insights on sight depravation.

Below: Paola Gonzalez with Munch: A Kids’ Educational Cooking Set at Chicago’s IH+HS.

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More than child’s play While Kevin’s inspiration was first ignited by his work with older people, joint second place winner of the IHA’s Student Design Competition, Paola Gonzalez (University of Houston graduate) was inspired when she had a part-time job at a children’s day care centre, where “children loved to play pretend cooking.” She went on to design Munch: A Kids’ Educational Cooking Set, which “teaches basic cooking skills, promotes healthy habits and empowers kids in the kitchen.” Paola’s cutting board/storage container acts as a puzzle that guides children in the safe and proper use of five hand tools (including cutting skills) and motivates them to return the tools to the correct shapes in the puzzle. Meanwhile, pictograms on the container’s base teach maths and vocabulary in cooking measurements and cutting techniques.

wondered if they could instead be incorporated into other motions of the hand and fingers.” Mark explains that his GrabOpener “takes the natural motion of grabbing a bottle and it’s helping people with MS and arthritis as well as making things easier for anyone.” Another Inventors Corner exhibitor, Kim Burney invented the Mighty Carver to make the task of carving Thanksgiving Dinner more appealing to her family members who like using power tools. The electric knife is shaped like a chainsaw and has been dubbed the “most fun to use” turkey carver by The Wall Street Journal. • Next year, the IH+HS will become The Inspired Home Show (March 14-17 2020). Visit www.housewares.org or

Kevin Chiam Yong Sheng was the joint first place winner of the 2019 Student Design Competition at Chicago’s IH+HS with Folks Kitchenware for the Blind. Kevin (who hails from The National University of Singapore and is currently studying postgraduate courses in London) was also National Winner of the James Dyson Award in 2018 and gold prize winner in the Taiwan International Student Design Competition in 2018. The Folks Kitchenware has now been patented by National University of Singapore and is being licensed to Might Jaxx for production. Kevin’s set includes a knife with a retractable guard, which acts as a physical anchor and guides fingers during cutting and whose trigger release assists in cleaning. It also includes a chopping board with a side tray to gather and transfer ingredients. There is also a teaspoon with a floating buoy that informs the user of impending contact with fluid, thus lowering injury risk. Kevin admits he has always been curious about “how and why things function – whether it is an elaborate machine like a

Campfire cooking Joint second place winner, Andrea Meisner (from University of Wisconsin) invented the Pudge Hot Sandwich Maker for Outdoor Cooking as she is a fan of the “family tradition” of camping with her family. Andrea told PH: “I wanted to create a better way of making a classic sandwich or ‘pudgie pie.’” The “pudgie pie” maker is compact with interchangeable handles and a roasting fork for marshmallows, plus a heatproof carry case. Right: Student designer Andrea Meisner showing a prototype for her Pudgie Hot Sandwich Maker at Chicago’s IH+HS.

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television or a structurally less complex object like a clothes peg.” However, the drive to create Folks Kitchenware for the Blind came from Kevin’s experience as a volunteer for Touch Homecare Community Services, an organisation that aids less-privileged seniors. The young designer explains: “Among the individuals I have met, several are visually challenged because of medical conditions like diabetes. They all have an unusual and common feature on their hands and forearms: scabs and scars. Such marks are the result of unfortunate attempts at cooking and it is a common concern within the community.” Kevin then immersed himself in a world of darkness via an orientation session with “Dialogue in the Dark” to experience typical situations that VI (Visually Impaired) people would encounter. He states: “Gripped by anxiety and fear during the initial walkthrough in a simulated dark space, the unexpectedly sobering visit provided an insightful glimpse into the challenges they face. The trip also encouraged me to delve deeper into potential areas, such as cooking, where it can be made safer and pleasant.”

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Just as cleaning habits have changed over the decades, so wanting to tackle daily tasks around the house has now become ‘cool.’ Thanks to savvy, future-proof brands like Beldray, cleaning is now reaching a new, younger audience – and the company has a new Instagram presence and a thriving Facebook page to prove it. Five to 10 years ago everyone you knew had a cleaner – but now plenty more people are choosing to do their own cleaning, with the help of Beldray. It’s now considered less of a chore, especially when you have clever, affordable products to make life easier. Beldray is increasingly being seen as a young, cool brand, with real momentum, reaching out to a new audience. Forget letting the big chores build up, these days we’re all tackling smaller tasks more regularly. It’s the new face of cleaning.

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household essential. Since its earliest days the Beldray label has stood for reliability, trust and consumer loyalty, and over the generations has developed an envied reputation as being the one-stop-brand for housewares. These days Beldray continues to produce everything you could need for the home, from airers finished in stunning metallic shades to the best steam mops on the market. Everything is created in Ultimate Product’s amazing design studio in Manchester, and innovation is still the brand’s watchword. “When you buy Beldray you’re buying a piece of national heritage,” says Ultimate Products’ CEO Simon Showman. “The Beldray story is a very British story, and I think that’s really important to our end consumers. That they are buying into something that started and has grown exponentially in the UK.” “Our USP at Beldray is that we combine this wealth of experience with clever design and imaginative thinking,” says Beldray’s senior buyer. ”Innovation is central to everything we do and our team is constantly dreaming up fresh ideas and new looks, right across the home and cleaning product range. “We’ve designed an ironing board with a unique head shape, for example, and ones with extra wires on for hanging garments, as well as all our own board covers. And then there’s Beldray’s strikingly beautiful Glisten Rose Gold Ironing Board that launched six months ago with great response. “From the on-trend geometric print cover to the easy glide surface, it’s both brilliant to use and looks fabulous in the home.” As Beldray’s buying Right: Beldray’s team firmly believe, Glisten Rose Gold in a fast-paced Ironing Board is as stylish in the home as modern world it is amazing to use where everyone is busy, cleaning is something that has to be done – but it should

Cleaning up at Exclusively Housewares Colour coordinated design is yet another area where Beldray excels, and this is the core of the brand’s new laundry range launching at the Exclusively Housewares show in June. Beldray has already added a touch of vibrant colour to the home with its collection of bathroom accessories, and hot on its heels is the laundry collection that comes in four funky prints. “Our new laundry range gifts consumers the ability to coordinate the utility room, or anywhere they choose in the house, with matching airers, hampers and ironing boards,” reveals Beldray’s senior buyer. “And it’s fantastic for retailers too, meaning they can create real impact in store in terms of visual merchandising. “The collection has gone down a storm so far and is being shown for the first time to the trade at Exclusively. We can’t wait to see the reaction!”

and can also be one of life’s simple pleasures. “This is not about cleaning gimmicks,” the senior buyer expands. “At Beldray we wanted to create a range that gives fast, reliable results, enabling you to achieve a quality, stress-free clean from top to bottom at home. “Our designs are a pleasure to use but our design expertise means every product is also Left: Beldray’s flat head really useful. It’s little mops are ergonomically designed to reach every features that really nook and cranny make a difference, like the fact our flat head mops all have extendable handles and flexi necks, meaning you can reach all areas of your home without moving furniture. “Our spray mops come complete with a 2 in 1 easy-flip head for washing and drying, and an easyfill trigger spray feature. You can whizz around your kitchen, bathroom or any hard floors, sanitising and cleaning at the same time. “And then there’s the Beldray Rubber Head Brush that is easy to clean and offers scratch-proof, eco-friendly cleaning for all surfaces. “Beldray’s winning formula is quite simply a proud sense of history and heritage combined with the best, most innovative product design. That complete package is something audiences across the age spectrum are buying into. Like our amazing products, it’s proven and it works.”

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From The Frontline Well how did we get here? Exclusively Housewares is just around the corner and it feels like we only just had Christmas.

You’ll be telling me it’s May next I ’ve been speaking to a lot of suppliers and agents lately and the question always asked: “So, how’s business?” And to be honest, I’ve been struggling with the answer. It is the most unsettled I’ve felt since starting my business. Everything feels tight and sales feel poor and it all feels a bit yuk. But when you look at the figures that isn’t actually the case. It’s not been a bad start to the year. We had a really strong March - yet it felt desperate. The conclusion that I have come to is that there is no rhythm to retail at the moment. Sales and spending habits have felt pretty consistent for the last four years - the odd off-day or great day but it’s been generally predictable; busy weekends, even busier payday weekends. And it felt like you knew what was coming and could buy stock accordingly. I think what makes it feel edgy is that there doesn’t seem to be any rhythm at the moment, it all feels a lot more ‘peaky’ and pay weekends can’t be relied on. A rainy Tuesday mid-month can be a corker! And that’s not to say that this wasn’t the case before, but it appears to have become the norm rather than the exception. So, I think the lack of consistency puts me on edge and makes me more cautious but there is really no need, so I’m trying to take a deep breath and carry on as normal but keeping even more of an eye on the books than usual for peace of mind. Then I suppose there are the other changes being thrust upon us - digital VAT, changes in pension contributions, new living wage. So many things to keep your eyes on to make sure you are complying and aren’t going to get hit with a huge fine. So many balls in the air other than actually running the shop. Anyway, I’m looking forward to seeing all the newness coming our way at the show. I’m expecting to see tons of eco, sustainable product coming through – and am pleased to see the Excellence in Housewares Awards

have recognised the growth in the market and instilled a new category to reflect and reward this. It’s really such a big part of the market at the moment and people are really buying into it so it will be interesting to see how that is moving forwards and evolving. I’ve got to say though I’m really not feeling ready to do my annual Christmas ordering at Eddingtons. It can’t be that time of year already? I’m still holding off on the picnic baskets! It’s also time to get booked in for Maison & Objet in September. My favourite show by far these days. It really is inspiring and after skipping Ambiente this year I’m really looking forward to it (and maybe a glass or two of champagne – it would be rude not too.) My focus this week however is making sure we have staff. It’s that time of year when we always have a staff change. My annual gap year student is off to university and I have to replace them – sob. Combine that with

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summer holidays and it all turns into absolute chaos. I’m also choosing to have my first two week holiday since I opened the shop. It’s my 40th and so I deserve 2 weeks off! But it’s taken me all morning to get the rota looking anywhere near close. It never fails to amaze me how you always have too many people until you need them and then you never have enough… And finally, I am excited to be joining the judges at the Excellence in Housewares Awards judging day once again this year. It’s always such an interesting way to see new product, things that I don’t stock but work brilliantly for other stores and to chat it all through with my fellow retailers. Always such a fun day, maybe with a few drinks thrown in… Do you see a theme here? Holly Wilson is the owner of two cookshops in North London: Prep Cookshop in Stoke Newington, and Richard Dare in Primrose Hill.

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Exclusively Housewares 2019 Bottom left: Smidge coffee cups from Horwood on stand EH100 – an example of new product in the hydration category.

When it comes to trade shows, housewares retailers are some of the more fortunate ones. Exclusively Housewares is a niche, dynamic and dedicated event, which takes place at an accessible and enjoyable venue at an undeniably pleasant time of year. There’s really no reason to not be there…

xclusively Housewares continues to attract key buyers from all sectors of the housewares market, from all the major grocery and department stores, along with garden centre buyers, mail order and internet retailers as well as specialist cookshops and more general home and hardware stores. The 2019 show runs on 11 and 12 June 2019 alongside the established and successful Exclusively Electricals show. In addition to the latests products on the market, the show will provide a valuable opportunity to see gifting and Christmas collections for 2019 as well as seminars covering trends which will be dominating retail through into 2020, provided by Scarlet Opus. Networking and business opportunities at the show are also plentiful, with the opportunity to connect over the free lunch or to take time out in in the intimacy of the buyer’s lounge. Well over 150 exhibitors – some 32 of which are new for 2019 – and nearly 300 individual brands are being showcased at the two-day show, meaning that there is no reason for any legitimate housewares retailers to not be in Islington this June. Confirming highlights and trends to be found this year, organisers say a big emergence for the event includes products with eco credentials, giving a nod to The

Class of 2019 Get Electric The UK's premier showcase of small domestic appliances can be seen at Exclusively Electrical 2019. The show is designed to attract key buyers from all sectors of the small electricals market, from specialist electrical stores to department stores, garden centres and specialist cook-shops, to the more general home, hardware and grocery stores. The show has a fantastic line-up of the top small domestic appliance suppliers and brands and some great new names exhibiting for the first time.

Exclusively Housewares: In Numbers Around one in three stands will have bakeware. Over 40% of exhibitors will be offering cookware. Some 30 exhibitors are offering small domestic appliances, mostly in Exclusively Electrical. This year boasts 32 new exhibitors. There are 20 British manufacturers at the show, including What More, Denby, Taylor Eye Witness, Arthur Price and Pendeford. Hot tip: check out the cleaning and storage sector, a growth area thanks to a recent boost from social media. Additionally, in reflection of a trend of cookshops including homewares, nearly a third of exhibitors will be offering home accessories. Plus, with housewares products so often given as gifts, circa one third of exhibitors will be showcasing gifting products.

Excellence in Housewares Awards decision to launch this as a new category in its 2019 programme. Some 25% of Exclusively exhibitors will be showcasing products with eco credentials, including Eddingtons, Huski, Smidge, Neat Ideas and Dexam. Credentials and qualities include biodegradable product which is earth friendly, with minimal impact on the environment and made with recycled materials.

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With such strong high street demand for these categories, the show offers retailers a chance to capitalise on momentum as consumers search for products to reduce single-use plastics and one in five exhibitors will be showcasing product for hydration and food-on-the-go – containers that offer a plethora of attributes; from handy cooling to clever dividers and inclusive cutlery. Soda Stream will be showcasing its ‘My only bottle’ which enables consumers to make drinks on the go, while other portable hydration solutions include Grunwerg, Thermos, Aydya, Kambukka and Auteur. With so many in the category it is well worth a visit to the exhibitors section of the show’s website, which offers a full category search. With so much going on, Exclusively Housewares is able to continue the show’s rich heritage as the housewares sector’s key trade event, with the heart of the two-day show remaining focused on housewares, table-top and small domestic appliances.

Show Facts When: Tuesday 11 June - 9.00am to 5.30pm Wednesday 12 June - 9.00am to 4.30pm Where: Business Design Centre, 52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 0QH. Closest tube: Angel, one stop from Kings Cross, two stops from Euston.

We are Mepal. We are back. We believe in making high quality products with a long life span and a good design. With their little features they make daily life easier and more fun. We will be back at Exclusively Housewares in London on the 11th and 12th of June and kindly invite you to visit us. We look forward to seeing you. For more information please visit mepal.com or contact our UK agent Mistral Brands on 01264 336829 or info@mistralbrands.co.uk

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Addis Housewares Aerolatte Ltd Albero Forte Composite Amefa Anniversary House Apollo Housewares Arthur Price Auteur Aydya Limited B&I International Barista and Co BergHOFF UK BHETA Bira Black + Blum Black and Decker Benross Marketing Bodum UK Boska Cheesewares & Chocowares Brabantia UK Burton McCall Candlelight Products Captivate Brands Casa & Casa Ltd Charles Bentley & Son CIE Europe City Look Imports Creative Products David Mason Design De Buyer Industries Denby Brands Dexam International DNC UK

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Doulton Water Filters Dutch Creative Brands EasiYo Products E-cloth Eddingtons EKO Utility Elia International EP Brands c/o SNIPS Eurosonic Group EVO Lifestyle Products Fackelmann Brands Falcon Products Fiskars FKA Brands Forma House GEH Limited Greener Cleaner H & L Russel Hachette UK Haus Marketing & Distribution Limited Huski Home I Grunwerg ICB Imperial International Imperial re Scoville International Cookware Jean Dubost SAS Jeray Sales Joseph Joseph JWP Kambukka Kilner KitchenCraft

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Knightsbridge PME Kuhn Rikon UK Ladelle UK Le Chateau Textiles Le Creuset UK LSA Mason Cash, Price & Kensington & Ravenhead Mepal Metaltex UK Meyer Group Microplane International My Gifts Trade Navigate Neat Ideas Nogent 3 Etoiles Nordic Ware Orthex Group OXO Patterson & Rothwell Pendeford Housewares PHA Kitchessentials Planit Products Polder Products Premier Housewares Remoska Robert Welch Designs Royal Doulton Sabco Oakwood Sabichi Homewares Scott Brothers SIGG Switzerland Bottles Simplehuman

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Sistema UK Smash Global Smidge Sorbo Spontex Starplast UK Stor S.L Swan Products Swiss Diamond TS UK T&G Woodware Talleres Toyma Tatay Taylor's Eye Witness Tefal The Cookware Company The DRH Collection Tower Tradestock Tramontina U Group UK Thermos Ultimate Products Ultimate Products Valerie Graham Valerie Graham Viners & Typhoon Wegter Consumenten Western House What More UK Whitefurze Whitford Zwilling J.A. Henckels

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Ladelle’s new Mystic range creates a real look of luxury. Deep emerald green and burgundy bring a rich old-world charm, but are modernised with the addition of white, pale pink and highlights of gold. Ceramic pieces are carefully created using organic shapes and hand painted detail. Besides Mystic, Ladelle’s new season ranges include additional

Smidge, a new brand with a focus on

colours of Eco Recycled Cotton Textiles, Terrazzo Serveware and popular

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ence to the environment, and is ﬁrst to market with a 100% natural product. Smidge Tel: 01179 400000 E-mail: sales@wearesmidge.com Web: www.wearesmidge.com Stand EH100

These special Infuser Jugs and Pitchers feature a removable neck with strainer to keep fruits or teabags in when pouring and infuse water, tea, spirits and more. They are ideal for hospitality, meeting rooms, conferences and care home facilities. For consumers, they’re perfect for keeping hydrated during the summer months, whether at home, in the garden, at parties, BBQs, picnics or camping trips! Simple to use and refill, they are BPA free, feature an easy grip lid with airtight silicone seal and fit conveniently into most refridgerator doors! I.Grunwerg E-mail: sales@grunwerg.co.uk Web: www.pioneerflasks.co.uk Stand EH136

Pictured is the Tatay storage Baskets BAOBAB Collection. Designed and made in Barcelona, these storage baskets are of high quality and BpA free plastic. Available in four sizes, they are perfect for storing all kinds of household products in a practical and elegant way. Their double utility allows for stacking or ﬁtting together. The baskets with their lids transform into storage boxes.

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Feel at home Making a house feel like home is as much about the things you put in it as the moments you have there. That’s why we’ve designed a kettle and toaster with Emma Bridgewater. We’ve added her endearing and iconic British style to our products to make every cup of tea and slice of toast even more enjoyable.

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Adding an exciting new dimension to its portfolio, Tramontina will unveil some inspired new lines including cookware and utensils, which will be showcased alongside other lines including cutlery, knives and its renowned comprehensive Churrasco collection. Brava stainless steel cookware ranges, one with non-stick interior, are high quality with a host of exceptional features, not least of all a stylish appearance with a striking contrast of the stainless-steel body against wood-effect Bakelite

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handles on both the pots and lids.

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Aspira cutlery is perfect as a gift. Packaged in a 24piece gift set comprising six table knives, six table forks, six dessert spoons and six tea spoons. Elia Tel: 020 8998 2100 E-mail: sales@elia.co.uk Stand EH294 With a passion for stylish, practical and sustainable kitchen solutions and a mission to ‘help make a wave of change’, T&G is proud to be launching a selection of products within the Gift of the Year winning ‘Ocean’ range at Exclusively Housewares. The new launch will also include organic shaped glass bottles encouraging multiuse and as a result reducing the impact on the environment. Choose unique products with a natural sustainable trend from T&G! T&G Tel: 01275 841841 Web: www.tg-woodware.com Stand EH263

Winner of the Global Innovation Award for Home Organization and Food Storage in Chicago, the brand-new Stand-Up Stasher bag will be launched at the show. Along with the new, compact size Pocket Stasher. PHA is the exclusive distributor for Stasher. Replacing single-use plastics, the airtight, plastic-free bags can be used for cooking, storing and freezing. Another of PHA’s innovative brands is PackIt, the freezable bag range keeps the contents chilled all day, with no ice packs needed! PHA will also be exhibiting products from our other major brands - Architec, Cellardine, Cuisipro and Prepara. PHA KitchEssentials Tel: 0151 651 2265 E-mail: sales@phassocs.co.uk Web: www.phakitchenessentials.co.uk Stand EH128

Typhoon’s on-trend Monochrome range features bold colour blocks of grey, black and white with distinctive patterns across the pieces, making them stand out. Featuring strong, stainless steel storage with a natural bamboo lid, and complemented by natural cork placemats and coasters as well as bamboo serving boards in two sizes. Additionally the range hosts a work surface protector which is heat resistant as well as stylish, great for serving hot and cold food. Typhhoon Tel: 0151 486 1888 Email: sales@rayware.co.uk Website: www.typhoonhousewares.com Stand EH152 PROGRESSIVE

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Pioneer’s extensive range of sleek and stylish vacuum flasks, sports bottles, travel mugs, snacks and lunch boxes keep food and drinks hot for up to eight hours and cold for up to 24 hours depending on the size. Leak proof, BPA free and environmentally friendly, they are available in various sizes and designs to suit all activities. Constructed with the finest 18/10 stainless steel, Pioneer flasks feature a double wall vacuumware technology with an insulated and reflective inner stainless steel layers to

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course a 1.4-litre Canister. Brabantia Tel: 01275 810600 E-mail: sales.uk@brabantia.com Web: www.brabantia.com/uk Stand EH446 Having recently joined the Tradestock stable, La Rochère will feature strongly on its stand at Exclusively Housewares with timeless collections and artisan designs. Alongside the renowned Napoleon Bee collection, other iconic collections will feature including Perigord, an original La Rochère design inspired by wine glasses from the 18th century when this signature style ﬁrst emerged. With ridged lines and a timeless silhouette, Perigord exudes understated elegance, perfect for both casual entertaining and everyday use. Tradestock Tel: 01823 661717 E-mail: sales@tradestockltd.co.uk Web: www.tradestockltd.co.uk; Stand EH327

BarCraft will explode with vibrancy and style with new AW19 lines in place for an Exclusively Housewares launch. A cultured tropical vibe springs out with an exotic palm feel providing a sophisticated approach to gifting for the key Autumn / Winter season. Key to the look are earth green and antique ﬁnishes which ooze beauty and nostalgia and are combined with a mix of materials along with animal and plant motifs adorning a selection of barware accessories such as ice buckets, wine coolers, cocktail shakers and more. KitchenCraft Tel: +44 (0) 121 604 1111 E-mail: sales@kitchencraft.co.uk Web: www.kitchencraft.co.uk Stand EH454

Scrub Daddy is an exclusive texture changing sponge that becomes soft and malleable in warm water and ﬁrm and rough in cold water for easy scrubbing. Despite his tough exterior Scrub Daddy is scratch resistant on over 20 surfaces plus, he doesn’t hold onto odours and rinses free of debris. Evo Lifestyle Tel: 0330 2200671 E-mail: info@scrubdaddy.uk Web: www.scrubdaddy.uk Stand EH287

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This is Captivate Brands’ first Exclusively Housewares with the official launch of an exciting new Mary Berry licensed range! Available AW19, the collection includes the extensive Signature dinnerware and serveware (white fine china with beaded design) and English Garden giftware. The Signature range includes tabletop accessories like chopping and serving boards, table runners and textiles. Each English Garden giftware piece (including jugs, bowls & mugs) has a single delicate colour motif inspired by Mary’s love of all things horticultural with birds and flowers. Captivate Brands Tel: 01386 421622 Web: www.captivatebrands.com Stand EH409

One of the stars on the BergHOFF stand will be Leo! Originally comprising a selection of fun and funky tools & gadgets, Leo now covers a huge design-led range – from storage, chopping boards and best-selling coloured knives to bang-on-trend On The Go, including

Fully embracing the growth in hydration, the Built lifestyle

bento box, water bottle and dual lunch pot. New

brand is excited to introduce an amazing Autumn Winter

this year is Leo cookware with soft-touch

collection which fully embraces the latest trends for the season

handles, on show alongside BergHOFF’s 2018

and includes a new development for the brand into pattern

cookware hit, the versatile cast aluminium GEM.

and further new textures. Combining superior functionality

BergHOFF

with ever growing eco consciousness there’s something for

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everyone which will be unveiled at Exclusively Housewares. The

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new launch will also include licensed designs in collaboration

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with the V&A and a substantial marketing and PR programme

Stand EH440

to fully support. KitchenCraft Tel: 0121 604 1111 E-mail: sales@kitchencraft.co.uk Web: W: www.kitchencraft.co.uk Web: W: www.creative-tops.com Stand EH454

Visitors to this year’s show will have the chance to see the GreenPan™ Featherweights cast aluminium range of dutch ovens and grillpan. Featherweight is the ﬁrst cast aluminium range for GreenPan™ – extremely lightweight (50% lighter than cast iron), it is easy to handle, but with superior heat distribution, excellent heat retention and an innovative ‘rainfall effect’ lid. It features the extremely durable diamond-reinforced Thermolon™ Inﬁnity Professional ceramic non-stick meaning it is perfect for intensive daily use and is metal utensil safe. It is also oven- and dishwasher-safe and easy to clean. GreenPan E-mail: info@greenpan.com Web: www.greenpan-B2B.co.uk Stand EH142

New to the Addis Classic Sink Side collection is this versatile kitchen caddy. The caddy can be used as a cleaning or storage caddy to dispense and store washing powder, cleaning cloths and dishwasher tablets etc. Alternatively, it can be used for composting kitchen food waste discreetly. Complete with convenient carry handle and comes in a choice of colours, Black, Metallic, White, Blue Haze and traditional compost green. Manufactured in the UK and comes with a 10-year guarantee. Addis Tel: 01656 664455 Web: www.addis.co.uk Stand EH2922

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New products, brands and ranges from Eddingtons

ew for Exclusively Housewares: Eddingtons will bring new ranges from CDN Timers, Vidrios Reciclados San Miguel, Eddingtons Olive Wood and the Lodge Chef Collection. CDN provide precision Thermometers and Timers for both the home cook and professional chef. Often specified by leading food service providers, its quality, precision and reliability are second-tonone. CDN products are now available through Eddingtons in a wider range than was previously available, officially launching at Exclusively Housewares. Recycled glass is the way forward as the

company sees the increasing rise in the popularity of eco products from conscious consumers. Manufactured in Spain, San Miguel glassware ticks all the boxes for eco, style and functionality in its newly available ranges of tableware and storage. Eddingtons has always been a key source for sustainable woodware, providing something a little different with consistent supplies of its Italian olivewood tools and utensils. Its new extended range, includes a variety of rustic boards, bowls and utensils produced in a number of small artisanal factories in North Africa. Olive wood is grown naturally and

Renowned for our hospitable Brazilian Churrasco concept we’d now like to introduce our latest hero’s for gourmet cooking.

materials for these stylish pieces are sourced from producers who only take wood from unproductive trees or pruned branches. The stunning grain patterns, knots and gnarls make every piece unique and the boards and platters perfect for serving and sharing. Chef Collection is the new range from Lodge Cast Iron, famous for proudly producing the finest cast iron from its original location in Tennessee USA since 1896. The new Chef Collection consists of seven pieces is aimed at the home cook. The sophisticated elegant design is more refined than the core Lodge range which focusses on the outdoor, rustic and barbecue area for which Lodge is famed. Features of the new Chef Collection include; newly designed easy lift handles, pre-seasoned coating, generous pourspouts and gentle sloping sides.

As our portfolio expands

we’d like to invite you to experience our Brazilian hospitality at Exclusively Housewares, 11th & 12th June – stand 256

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One of Tower’s star performers during this last year has been the Rose Gold Collection, covering SDA as well as housewares. Rose Gold has been expanded now with the gorgeous Marble range and also new is Glitz in pink (pictured) and black. The range features electricals as well as cookware and accessories and both Glitz and Marble will be on show at Exclusively Housewares alongside other new lines. Tower Tel: 0333 220 6070 E-mail: sales@rkwltd.co Web: www.towerhousewares.co.uk Stand EH402

As the name suggests, Animal Luxe is opulent and gorgeous. Take a walk on the wild side! Leopard, Zebra and Tiger prints continue to be strong this season, and high shine gold animal print adds a bit of glamour for that touch of jungle luxury! The Wentworth Tableware Company Tel: 01709 723000 / 07818 407382 / 07966 151483 E-mail info@wentworthtableware.co.uk emma.yeardley@wentworthtableware.co.uk debbie.isles@wentworthtableware.co.uk Web: www.wentworthtableware.co.uk Stand EH436 Pictured is the Norden cast iron cookware pot from Fiskars available in two sizes: four-litre and six-litre. This premium quality cast iron pot is inspired by Nordic nature and traditions. Cast iron stores heat extremely well and is perfect for slow cooking. The unique Thermium mineral treatment on the enamelled cast iron surface gives the pot superior natural non-stick properties even in very high temperatures. No rusting and no surface seasoning needed – easy to maintain. Removable wooden trivet made of Finnish birch. Made in Finland. Fiskars Tel: 01782 204141 Web: www.ﬁskars.com Stand EH219

New to UK Thermos this year LifeFactory joins Exclusively on stand 104. Priding itself on producing responsibly sourced products that are functional, re-useable and look pretty great too. Its glass bottles are made from eco-friendly, BPA-free materials guaranteeing a pure taste, plus, they’re also dishwasher safe! The protective silicone sleeve means the bottle is easy to hold and comes in a variety of on trend colours. The EKO Ecoﬂy bin is space efﬁcient, stylish and already a top

UK Thermos

seller in Japan! Its butterﬂy lid means it can sit ﬂush against a

Tel: 07734 567134

wall and under a shelf. The durable pedal and soft close lid is

Web: www.thermos.co.uk

tested to last more than 100,000 times. Available in many

Stand EH104

different colours and sizes, including brushed stainless steel. EKO UK E-mail: sales@ekohome.co.uk Web: www.ekohome.co.uk Stand EH445

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Western House will be attending the upcoming Exclusively Housewares Show in London. Join them at Stand 126 to see the beautifully designed Ella Sabatini and Luigi Bormioli glassware collections. There will be creative glassware on show as well as the new exciting Diamanté collection. Make sure to visit the stand to experience the beauty for yourself! Western House Tel: 01256 462341 E-mail: sales@western-house.com Stand EH126

The Meyer Group will be showcasing its new launches from Circulon and Prestige at this year’s Exclusively show. Highlights include three new Circulon ranges. The new collections bring excellent technology to the kitchen through their built in circular hollow grooves, creating exceptional non- stick surfaces. In addition, Meyer will also be displaying launches from Prestige including Diamond Shield and Dura Bake, The Prestige brand has recently had a complete refresh complimented by extensive consumer research. Meyer Group Tel: 0151 482 8000 Stand EH 293

Deco Dream is a pretty mix and match range, inspired by art deco luxe. Soft blush and high shine gold is the go to colour for this trend, the mix and match patterns continue to appear even in the more uniform geometrics of art deco. Linear fan motifs are complimented by more loosely scattered ﬂecks of gold. The Wentworth Tableware Company Tel: 01709 723000 / 07818 407382 / 07966 151483 E-mail: info@wentworthtableware.co.uk emma.yeardley@wentworthtableware.co.uk debbie.isles@wentworthtableware.co.uk Web: www.wentworthtableware.co.uk Stand EH436

Microplane® celebrates 25 years of the Premium Classic Zester with a new version in Coral Red. Latest launches include the Professional Peeler with an ultra-sharp stainless steel curved double blade, integrated ‘Eyer’ and balanced ergonomic handle for right or left hand use; the Pizza Cutter with an ultra-sharp 3.5cm deep stainless steel cutting edge designed to glide efﬁciently through any

Since 1760 Salter has been a brand synonymous with innovation in

thickness of dough and the

both the kitchen and bathroom. This year it will present its extended

Gourmet Julienne Slicer where

kitchen range, including the new line-up of salt and pepper mills.

signature ‘teeth’ behave like

Salter will also be showcasing its premium collection of kitchen scales

little blades to quickly and

designed in conjunction with Heston Blumenthal, its extensive

effortlessly cut ingredients with

bathroom scale portfolio and wellbeing range.

precision into strips.

Salter Housewares

Microplane International

Tel: 01732 360783

Web: www.microplaneintl.com

Web: www.salterhousewares.co.uk

Stand EH246

Stand EH314

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The best tools

for the job Kitchen wizardry isn’t all about the latest electrical tech. Hand-held tools have always held an important place in our homes, but these days they can also lead the way in terms of innovation and clever cooking. Progressive Housewares takes a closer look at some of the latest products to hit the market, bringing new meaning to the phrase: ‘How did we ever live without it?’

Crushing the Competition These days discerning consumers are looking for spice mills that look as beautiful on the kitchen counter as they are brilliant at enhancing the flavour of food. One of the leading brands in the field, T&G Woodware, is currently crushing the competition with its range of CrushGrind mills. The design expertise is built on 28 years of designing and producing salt, pepper and spice mills – and they come with a lifetime mechanism guarantee. “The CrushGrind collection combines

Inset: American brand Cuisipro has an extensive and expert range of graters, including the shaver rasp grater. Below left: T&G Woodware’s range of CrushGrind pepper, salt and spice mills combine quality design and scientific know-how.

creativity and innovation with the highest level of quality and design,” says T&G’s head of Some kitchen graters seem to catch fingers more than the marketing, Jenny Handley. “The food they are trying to prepare, but nothing could be further ceramic mechanism effortlessly from the truth with American brand Cuisipro. This is a company that has been synonymous with innovative design grinds not only salt and pepper, with a sophisticated edge for more than 20 years, and the brand is famed for its extensive range of graters – all of but also using the same which come compete with ‘SGT’, also known as Surface grinders, whole dried herbs and Glide Technology. spices. It’s also fully adjustable “The SGT grooves reduce resistance between the food and the grating surface, making the process effortless,” says Paul with over 12 settings from fine Hargreaves, managing director of PHA, Cuisipro's exclusive to coarse grain, and is easy to UK distributor. “The grooves actually elongate the blade and create a larger grating surface, meaning you can grate more fill as it has no spindle.” in the same amount of time.” Fellow spice mill expert Cole & Mason has seen a growing trend for contemporary style mills to “Our pepper mill mechanism has been accessorise modern kitchens. One such tested by Nottingham University aroma design is its Lyndhurst Nordic White Mills, lab to release more flavour,” explains made from stylish white wash ash wood, brand lead, Joe Brawn. “The colourway which also comes complete with the has been selected with the company’s unique Gourmet Precision Scandi-style home in mind, which is grind select system. currently very popular.”

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Genius Sanity Savers Modern life hacks are all about saving us time and money, so suppliers designing products that deliver on this in the kitchen are on to a winner. Marie Kondo would be proud of new British company Captivate Brand’s attitude to producing new homewares ranges, all of which are fresh looking, easy to store and multi-functional, particularly the contemporary Venn stack store range. This includes a five-piece fold-away knife block set which can be wall-mounted or freestanding and interlocking silicone utensils. “This was one of the first collections we launched,” says Captivate Brands’ managing director (European office), Kevin McKay. “It’s designed around the idea of offering space-saving, multi-functional products to keep any modern, busy kitchen clean and tidy, which is an increasing consumer demand.” Another effective time and money saver is the Magnetic Spot Scrubber from PHA Kitchen Essentials brand Cuisipro. Chosen by Philip Schofield as a top festive gift on ITV's How to Spend it Well at Christmas show last year, this clever and compact product is a whizz at cleaning hard to reach areas, such as grimy vases or stained wife carafes. PROGRESSIVE

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Kitchen Kaleidoscope Colour is an effective yet simple way of introducing vibrancy into the kitchen and tools that also bring with them a coveted lifestyle element are heating up in shades of all hues. KitchenCraft’s Colourworks label, with its built-in multi-functional design wizardry, is rolling out an update of bright colourways for spring/summer 2019. The four main new tones are cherry red, blueberry, plum and apple green, with a further two accent colours – navy and raspberry coulis. “The new Colourworks offers multifunctional kit to save on both time and space offering efficient solutions for everyday kitchen needs,” says marketing director, Claire Budgen. “The pieces have been developed with the individual in mind and the updated trend tones create a vibrant statement, allowing individual personalities to shine through.” Kuhn Rikon is another savvy brand using colour as a central selling point, and will be launching an extensive range of silicone tools by German company, Kochblume at Exclusively Housewares. Made with 100% food grade silicone, encased around a central core of stainless steel, the tools are heat resistant and easy to clean and store. The range comes in eight striking shades, and includes scoops, scrapers and whisks, a dough card for scraping mixing bowls and large serving implements. Ann Hunt, business development manager for Kuhn Rikon, says: “This comprehensive range of colourful Kochblume tools offers an exciting opportunity for retailers and complements our existing range of Swiss-designed products.”

Chocolate Heaven! Artisan chocolate is a huge draw on the high street and now expert suppliers are enabling consumers to create some of the magic at home. Dutch brand Boska has been renowned for its cheese expertise since 1896 and is now turning its hand to chocolate with a range of expert chocolate tools which allow the user to cut, shave, grate, curl and melt the chocolate, with delicious results! Developed in conjunction with a chocolatier, the Boska Chocowares range includes: Choco Fondue Marie, Choco Chopper, Choco Breaker, Choco Flaker, a Choco Curler Marble, and more. “Boutique chocolate is currently taking flight,” explains Boska’s owner, Martijn Bos. “It’s an affordable luxury that people can indulge themselves or a loved with, without breaking the bank. We have put all our

experience in making speciality cheese tools into this new category of Chocowares. It was a logical step for the brand as both taste best with the right tools and the right people!”

Top right: The colourful new range of silicone kitchen tools from Kochblume are not only vibrant to look at, but heat-resistant, durable and easy to clean and store. Above: Dutch brand Boska’s new range of expert Chocowares chocolate tools allow consumers to create artisan effects at home. Right: OXO’s good grips punctual egg timer with piercer is nothing if not precise, with an impressive seven different ‘doneness’ levels.

Tools for Cooking Connoisseurs As awareness of healthy eating grows, so does the trend for cooking from scratch, with busy consumers looking for tools that can help them speed up the process. DKB Household brand Zyliss excels in this market, with an innovative approach to product development that helps it stand out from the crowd. Focusing on knives, Zyliss has recently introduced a number of patented product features based on extensive research conducted by observing consumers in their home kitchens. “We’ve added profile details on the handle and blade that accommodate how people actually use knives,” says brand lead, Amrita Badh, “which are always a good performance category for us.” Another leading gadget brand that is focusing on the basics is OXO, currently riding high with its good grips punctual egg timer with piercer. This tool takes all element of surprise out of cooking perfect hard boiled eggs, with seven ‘doneness’ levels and an egg selector size. “The benefit to this new timer is that it delivers precision,” says marketing executive Danielle Marsh. “An illuminated progress bar monitors cooking time, with visual and audio alerts when its ready. Plus, its sleek, compact design makes it easy to store and ensures it blends in on kitchen shelves or worktops.”

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Environmental Expertise The demand for eco-friendly kitchen tools has never been higher and smart homewares brands are factoring sustainability into design. One such company is Tramontina, and the Exclusively Housewares show is set to provide the platform for the launch of the brand’s new range of kitchen utensils, combining classic design with the beauty of sustainably sourced natural wood. The collection includes a masher, spoon, ladle, skimmer and a turner, all complete with polywood handles. Managing director Alex Frubel says: “With sustainability at the fore and ever-increasingly demands for eco-friendly products, these utensils offer the natural beauty of wood along with the convenience of being dishwasher safe.” Another household name with environmental considerations front and centre, is PHA’s Stasher brand. Not immediately identifiable as a tool and gadget perhaps, the award-winning bags are popular across the pond as a means for creating dishes such as guacamole – and they’re also reusable, dishwasher safe and completely plastic-free.

CIRCULON ADVERTORIAL

The Meyer Group is a pioneer in kitchenware. Founded in the early 1980s it has built its reputation on offering top quality, innovative cookware.

Left: Hard anodised pans are twice as hard as stainless steel, giving outstanding durability and excellent heat conduction.

BACKGROUND Circulon has been a mainstay in kitchenware cook shops over the last 30 years, constantly pushing innovation and driving new technology. In fact since launch, Circulon has sold over 75,000,000 pieces of cookware worldwide, as Mark Ivory, managing director reveals. “We transformed the cookware market when we introduced our patented hi-low, non-stick system. We are very excited about our 2019 plans for Circulon. We have reinvigorated this brand by launching three new ranges of cookware, updating all of our packaging and have recently launched a comprehensive consumer marketing campaign.”

RESEARCH “Circulon is a very consumer-centric brand and we regularly undertake quantative consumer research, ensuring we satisfy the needs of our very loyal consumer base,” says marketing director Carl Wright. “Through our most recent research, we have been able to gather a

better understanding on market conditions and how they impact both on consumer and retailers alike.” “We have also examined the buying journeys and cycles of our target consumer base,” he adds, “and this has led to a comprehensive rebrand. This is a very exciting time for us and all Circulon packaging has been refreshed, alongside developing dynamic and innovative marketing activity which is both aspirational and accessible in line with our consumer research results.” In conjunction with this rebrand, Circulon is also currently running a consumer #pansforlife campaign. This uses a complete stable of new digital assets including new video content, new brand messaging via social media channels and a comprehensive collection of lifestyle photography and recipe creation.

TESTING It can be easy to make claims about the performance of cookware in the kitchen and Circulon believes it is time for cookware brands to stand up and be counted. Through a collection of short videos which are hosted online, Circulon proves how its pans truly perform, showcasing the thousands of times the pans are tested and how they compare to competitors. Renowned for their non-stick, unique hi-low groove technology, Circulon pans go through an intensive thermal test, demonstrating that they heat up 20% faster than other brands (and with no hot spots). The pans’ non-stick performance is also put to the test with the stickiest food and fried egg test, showcasing that they are 15x more durable and last 20x longer than the closest competitor when it comes to wear and tear. To view the tests, please visit www.circulon.uk.com. Left: One of Circulon’s new social media campaigns.

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CIRCULON ADVERTORIAL NEW EXCELLENCE COLLECTION FOR A LIFETIME OF EXCEPTIONAL COOKING Confident and creative cooks demand exceptional performance from their cookware. That’s why Circulon has designed the new Excellence collection, bringing excellent performance, excellent cooking and excellent dishes to creative and culinary kitchens. The Excellence collection brings superior technology to the kitchen through its built-in circular hi low grooves, which create an exceptional non-stick surface requiring little or no oil for cooking. Crafted from tough and durable materials, the cookware is long-lasting and distributes heat quickly and evenly. The clever non-stick technology inside and out also means cleaning is effortless. The Excellence products provide the perfect backdrop for beautifullooking, delicious dishes. The range will be available in store from September. Prices for this range start from £40 for a 22cm skillet. Above: Circulon’s Excellence collection promises a lifetime of exceptional cooking through its unique circular technology.

EXCEPTIONAL COOKING WITH NEW TOTAL FRY PAN RANGE Cooking fish and meat to perfection can be a challenge. That’s why Circulon - which is famous for its unique, circular technology - has designed the new, high-performing Total Fry Pan collection. Experimental and creative cooks expect their cookware to stand up to their culinary needs. Whether it’s a quick and easy Mediterranean stir-fry or more a more elaborate dish, the Total Fry Pan collection will provide the perfect solution for vibrant, colourful and delicious food. Designed to ensure that even the stickiest of foods will not stick, the new Total collection features the clever hi-low circular grooves, which create an exceptional non-stick surface meaning users will need little or no oil for cooking. The range is available in a hard-anodised or stainless steel finish and is suitable for use on induction hobs. It has been proven to last 15x longer than its closest competitors and be 20x more resistant to dishwasher usage. The Total fry pans are tested, tested and tested again to ensure they stand the test of time, for a lifetime of exceptional cooking. The range will be available in store from July. Prices for this range start from £30 for a 22cm skillet.

STYLE GOES FULL CIRCLE WITH CIRCULON Circulon’s new Style collection takes centre stage in culinary kitchens. Designed for experimental and creative cooks, Style delivers an exceptional cooking performance. Coupled with its stunning design, this means that chefs everywhere will be adding the collection to their culinary collection for 2019. Foodies will be proud to serve inspiring dishes in the new Style collection, while the beautiful S shaped design of the pan lids means the collection will add a stunning nishing touch to any contemporary kitchen or dining table. The elegant S shaped handles don’t just look the part, they are also cleverly designed to stay cool, meaning that pans can be moved effortlessly and safely from the hob to the table and dishes can be served straight from the pan. The Style collection is designed to ensure that food will not stick and features Circulon’s clever hi-low circular grooves, significantly reducing abrasion and creating an unbeatable non-stick cooking surface requiring little or no oil. All items in the range are suitable for induction hobs. This range will be available in John Lewis from September onwards. Prices for this range start from £55 for a 25cm skillet.

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Taking MasterClass innovation to new heights, the newest addition to the collection set to launch at Exclusively Housewares, is the innovative Gravity Activated salt & pepper mill (pictured). Simply twist the lid to ﬁll and turn upside down to activate the sprinkle! A merchandising stand is available to create a space effective salt & pepper zone in store. KitchenCraft Tel: 0121 604 1111 E-mail: sales@kitchencraft.co.uk Web: www.kitchencraft.co.uk

Combining the beauty of sustainably sourced natural wood with the convenience of being dishwasher safe, Tramontina’s new range of utensils feature its renowned polywood handles – real wood which is dishwasher safe and uniquely comes with a ﬁve-year guarantee. They are made from stainless steel and the wooden handles feature distinctive stainlesssteel rivets which guarantee safety and security when using, as well as offering a very characteristic appearance. Tramontina UK Tel: 020 3176 4557 / 020 3176 4558 E-mail: contact@tramontinauk.com: Web: www.tramontina.com

With over 28 years’ experience designing and producing mills, it is essential that all T&G’s mills look great, function well and stand the test of time; T&G is proud to introduce the ‘Sphere’ salt and pepper mills. A fresh modern look, these stylish painted wood salt and pepper mills, give tables and worktops a luxury on trend look. All T&G mills have ceramic mechanisms, this means no metal grinders to corrode and no plastic salt grinders to wear out! These new mills come with lifetime mechanism guarantee! T&G’s Tel: 01275 841841 Web: www.tg-woodware.com

Haden introduces the Perth Slate Grey gadget set (pictured). This four-piece set has everything you need in order to prepare and serve your favourite dishes. It comes with a handy wire stand to keep your countertop stylish and organised. The utensils, which include a peeler, grater, can opener and pizza cutter, all feature ergonomic grip handles and stainless steel heads. These gadgets are dishwasher safe, which means less time cleaning and more time enjoying your favourite meals. Sabichi Housewares Tel: 01909 544570 E-mail: info@hadenappliances.com Web: hadenapplainces.com

Haden’s Perth Slate Grey Salt and Pepper Mill Set has been inspired by British home cooks who enjoy good looks and functionality in their kitchen. The mills are very easy to use due to electronic mechanism. They are fully adjustable to grind all salts, peppercorns, spices and herbs. Perfect for effortless seasoning, the base is illuminated during the use and the cap helps to keep a cleaner countertop. Sabichi Housewares Tel: 01909 544570 E-mail: info@hadenappliances.com Web: hadenapplainces.com PROGRESSIVE

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Guest columnist: Liane Phillips of Marchmont Hardware, Edinburgh

Moving on, moving up Long-established Marchmont Hardware is now the only remaining independent cookshop in Edinburgh. Last year saw Liane taking over from the previous owner; much-loved industry figure and prominent Bira member Stewart Munro, who would be delighted that the store is serving a growing community and moving forward with the times. Liane reflects on changes and seeing the positives.

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ust as we were preparing to

swap roles to enable Stewart to semi-retire, a cruel twist of fate

Above: Traditional shopfront of Marchmont Hardware, Edinburgh. Right: In-store displays make clever use of the space available.

struck. His cancer was back and it was back with vengeance, giving us a few

work in the hardware trade has been

months left with him personally and in the

proven iand has left m with a successful

business. Little did I think I would be part-

business to continue with and put my own

time decorating at home one day and

stamp onto. It was time for me to use the

running the shop the next on my own.

experience that I had gained over the

It's not that I have not done it before, but this time I knew Stewart would not be

years and put things into action. Luckily the customer base we have is

coming back from business trips. As

loyal and vast. Some of them have

upsetting as it was to know that Stewart

connections which go right back to the

would never be able to work a full day

early days of when we were just starting

ever again, it was simply a case of the

out as a hardware shop, well over 80 years

show must go on. Ultimately, this was our

ago. We have seen great customers pass

livelihood. So we kept things as normal as

on and the following generations still

we could with the day-to-day running of

come back to us. In the current retail

the shop and spoke in depth about taking

climate I class this as invaluable.

the shop forward beyond Stewart's time.

Marchmont Hardware has always been at

It has also proven to be a blessing following Stewart's death. The outpouring of genuine grief and sympathy was simply

After 31 years in the shop it was time to

the centre of the community and we like

overwhelming and extremely supportive,

take the reigns and begin my own era as

to get involved and support local events.

both personally and for the business. We

the gaffer. I am lucky as Stewart and my

Marchmont has a village feel in the centre

did inevitably get the 'the shop is closing'

late mother did all the hard work after

of a busy city and I firmly believe that

rumours going around the neighbourhood

taking over from the previous owner. The

oour loyal community customer base is

along with the usual Chinese whispers. We

vison that they had taken from lifelong

the bread and butter of our daily business.

recognise this as part of the retail world

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and know that it has to be taken with a

always had a good selection

pinch of salt (although that was very hard

of quality stock that covers

at times). After all, these people still

most customers' needs in the

contribute to paying our wages and we'd

shop but there is always that

be lost without the bit of humour they

'wish list' of products and

bring to daily life! (It would be great to

suppliers that you would love

publish our alternative customer

to adorn your shelves. Those

comments book one day!)

stands at trade shows that

Saying all

that I am always humbled by the

you stop and look at but

multitude of supportive wishes for the

never take the plunge!

future of the shop now that I am in charge

The decision to take the

– those lovely comments make even the

plunge on a lot of those was

hardest days a bit easier.

in the planning stage this

Our customer base is very varied and

time last year. I knew what I

includes everyone from working

wanted to do but lacked

professionals to the elderly, students,

funds to take it to the next

young families, trades, children and even

stage. Frustration was

dogs! I have found that our customer base

building, along with the

has expanded beyond the local area,

general stresses of running

Inset: Iron cookware from Netherton Foundry takes centre stage in the store. Left: The cookware area of the shop features a wide range of product.

thanks to good old-fashioned word of mouth. This is largely

is so much easier to deal with people

due to the lack of

face-to-face, especially when trying

independent hardware shops

new things.

left as well as the fact that

Brian, agent for Taylors Eye Witness, got

we strive to perfect the

my stands sorted and even let me trial the

selection of stock we hold

Kai knives on display in the shop. BIRA

and give excellent customer

Direct has also been very helpful in

service and the best advice

bringing in new brands. We have not just

we possibly can. We'll even

concentrated on high-end cookware such

just have a chat if that is

as Zwilling JA Henkels, Caulfield Country

appropriate. That’s where I

Boards and Netherton Foundary; we have

find the time spent growing

also increased our lines from TG

up in the shop invaluable –

Woodware, Zyliss, Silverwood, Dexam and

there are some things you

Eddingtons.

just can't train people for.

Other new brands for us include ranges

A lot of the new wider

from CKS, Cole & Mason, OXO Good Grips

custom has definitely came

and brands like Rosti Mepal that had no

from the rise of social media

stockists in Edinburgh anymore. It is not

and its use in the business. We are able to

the shop without the main man to bounce

just a case of expanding for us, it is part of

reach a whole new generation of

ideas off, when we got a call from a fellow

the ethos of the independant shop to

customer without the need for advertising

independent with the sad news that she

continually evolve and keep the brands

that has proven a hit or miss in the past.

was calling it a day and offering to sell us

and traditions alive. Sadly Edinburgh

We can reach customers in the comfort of

some surplus stock. It was the perfect

recently lost a lovely cookshop and owner

their own homes etc.

situation to try and get some of my

(Creative Cookware) but we have gained

wish list without having to meet the

from that and it helped make the decision

minimum orders!

to push ahead with our plans and keep

I am lucky to have my daughter, Kayleigh, to help me through the minefield of social media hashtags, statuses and the jargon

We had to work with the existing shop

independent cookshops alive. We still have

that comes with it. The use of social

fittings we had in the meantime and just

a few additions to make in the coming

media, particularly Instagram, is reaching a

make the most of our window space and

couple of months with both stock

whole new generation of customer and

displays, something we take great pride in.

and awareness.

had has a great impact on the continuing

Over the last five months of 2018 our

Hardware is a very general term these

changes in the shop. It allows us to show

results were very encouraging so we

days so adding some key words to the

everyday goings on in the shop, from new

decided to take the next step as soon as

shop front will be a perfect way of letting

stock and new displays to up-and-coming

funds allowed. So we have now got a

potential customers see more of what we

events in the community and reviews

functioning updated cookshop area!

do and hopefully grab some more passing

from customers. Using social media has also proved

This could definitely not have happened

trade. It's been a quiet start to the year so

without the help of our sales reps,

far and we look forward to seeing the

extremely valuable in the decision to

especially those who have know me for

results of our hard work, determination

expand and completely revamp the

decades. It is such a shame that so many

and values but most importantly, to doing

cookshop side of the business. We have

companies are doing away with them as it

Stewart proud.”

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Clearly

appealing

Glassware has clearly been doing the business for independent cookshops and housewares retailers as, according to the findings of the PH/Bira Retail Barometer 41% of indies showed growth. With this in mind, PH raises a glass to the sector, while investigating some of its latest trends and developments.

ising demand for drink-specific glass – “so you have a particular glass that suits the drink you want” is emphasised by many glassware experts, including Keith Nye, managing director of Tradestock. The company’s portfolio includes iStyle My Home, Raising Spirits, Crystalite Bohemia, and now La Rochère (see breakout). As Keith and others recognise: “As drinks go, there is a strong trend towards spirits, whether it is ‘on-therocks’, with mixers or as a cocktail base. Gin has obviously been a massive trend over the last few years and remains so, especially highlighted by the vast number of smaller gin distilleries that have sprung up across the country. That said, rum is up there and fast becoming the trend of the moment, again with many new brands from smaller distilleries popping up everywhere.” With these trends in mind, Tradestock introduced its Raising Spirits concept last year, with a mix of glassware in a variety of drink-specific shapes

Inset: There is a stylish glass for every rum occasion thanks to LSA International.

Below left: Incorporating the ‘wow’ factor with metallic and artistic imagery: The DRH Collections’ Artland Tropical Leaves Champagne Saucer – the shape was developed especially for DRH. Below: Individual designs differentiate the set of Mikasa Cheers glasses - from KitchenCraft.

Roll out the rum LSA International has embraced the emergence of rum as an on trend spirit with a comprehensive range of glassware dedicated to the drink. Mark Jonas, executive brand director at LSA International comments: ““The rum market is changing in conjunction with a change in attitude towards drinking. Millennials drink less than their parents but often seek out superior quality and are interested in the craft and provenance that sits behind the product. Rum brands are now producing premium craft options that highlight the regional differences in taste and production methods that cater to this market. Mixologists are also helping to drive the demand for rum with new cocktails and experiences while promoting the concept of “sipping spirits” all of which fuels the demand for Dark, Golden and Spiced Rums.” He continues: “In a similar way that craft beer and craft gin attracted a new younger customer through small batch production methods and well-designed packaging, craft rum is changing attitudes and it is now seen as a sophisticated drink.” Mark emphasises that LSA’s specialist Rum collection reflects the “growing consumer interest in the provenance of a product and an appreciation of authenticity and heritage.” The Rum collection includes mouth blown glasses, which have thick, conical stems and rounded bowls to enhance the aroma of the spirit. The collection comprises an assortment of shapes for mixing all kinds of rum cocktails, from the classic mojito and daiquiri to colourful rum punches, as well as a tasting glass for observing the colour and clarity of fine quality rum and a cigar ashtray inspired by Havana rum bars.

and capacities, including its best selling decorated Lady’s and Gentleman’s Gin glasses. This has been followed up with the launch of His Lordship and Her Ladyship glasses which “are equally suited to any drink of the moment whether it be gin, spritzers, rum or even wine,” notes Keith. He adds: “These qualities highlight another, remerging trend for more multifunctional glassware – especially when it doubles up as a glass for drinks or food.” At Ambiente earlier this year, Riedel launched its Riedel Bar range of drinks PROGRESSIVE

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The bees’ knees Tradestock recently took on the UK distribution of iconic glassware manufacturer La Rochère, which has been producing artisanal glass in the heart of France for more than 500 years, making it the oldest continuously running glass factory in Europe. La Rochère’s collections include the famous Napoleon Bee, which features the Napoleon symbol of ’Abeille’. The glassware “recalls a moment in French history, with the original bee design being inspired by a famous pattern which belonged to Napoleon,” explains Tradestock’s Keith Nye. He reflects: “Having been originally produced 500 years ago this iconic artisan design has truly stood the test of time as it remains as popular as ever. This collection gives the feeling of owning a piece of history, almost an artisan antique, but at the same time the charming bees and pure, modern silhouette of the pieces make this ultra-versatile set perfect for both casual entertaining and everyday use, with an enduring beauty.”

specific glassware, also reflecting the increasing popularity of spirits and cocktails. Md Steve McGraw acknowledges: “There are up to 7,000 different cocktails which can be traced back to seven original cocktails dating back to the 1700s.” Steve states that there is “a philosophy behind each glass,” with the company having worked with leading mixologists to ensure that designs enhance the characters of each drink. For example, the Rocks glass is large enough for large format ice cubes (trendy in bars) without chipping the corners of the cubes. The Highball glass is designed so that ice cubes stack on top of each other for “an even melt, improving the delivery of the drink,” notes Steve. Meanwhile, the narrow sides of the Fizz glass “supports the foam,” highlights Steve, while the Sour glass for cream based cocktails boasts a large opening “to allow the aroma to leave,” and the Nick and Nora (martini) glass is designed to keep the drink at an appropriately cool temperature. “You can replicate the bar experience at home,” Steve concludes. Reidel’s other innovations include Optic effect glassware – “both decorative and functional,” with recent additions including a Sauvignon Blanc glass, while the company’s expansive portfolio also include Nachtman pressed crystal and Spielelgau glassware brands. In the opinion of David Holmes, md of The DRH Collection: “The market is diverging.” He observes: “On the one hand there is the mass

Inset: A classic with enduring appeal: the Napoleon Bee Collection by La Rochère from Tradestock.

produced, machine made simplistic plain glassware and on the other had there are mouth blown glasses with texture or different accents which create a more interesting glass at a higher price point.” The DRH Collection has been focusing on “how to innovate and add value” to glassware; an example is the Anton Studio Speckle range, which, notes David “adds colour in a playful way.” Metallic finishes are another innovative variation on glassware, with “Gold, silver, copper and rose gold creating a very different look around the rim,” adds David, while textured indents are a feature that cannot be replicated in machine made glassware. When discussing higher end, innovative glassware, David also

highlights consumers’ appreciation of “statement pieces,” such as Artland’s Tropical Leaves. The range includes DRH’s own champagne saucer design. “We’re getting more involved with design ourselves,” emphasises David,

Can’t believe it’s not glass? Visitors to the Bodum stand at Chicago’s recent International Home + Housewares Show might be forgiven for thinking the company’s glinting new range was made from glass. However the company’s new drinkware is created from polycarbonate and manufactured at Bodum’s own factory in Portugal. The material (Lexan Polycarbonate) is well-established in domestic, commercial and catering markets, and can withstand up to 120ºC – hence versatile for hot and cold drinks. “Perfect for indoors and outdoors use, our new polycarbonate range feels and looks like glass but is much more durable,” states, Jeremy Grant, country manager for Bodum UK. “It won’t crack, shatter, cloud or discolour and maintains clarity even through regular use and washing, as well as being dishwasher safe.” Jeremy adds that the drinkware “is also environmentally friendly as it can be recycled.”

Above: Bodum’s new Drinkware – made from polycarbonate and good for hot and cold drinks – along with a new shatterproof coffee press. Below: Recreating the bar experience with Riedel’s drink specific glasses.

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Cut glass act Steve Platt at EP Brands states that classic styles are making a statement on contemporary dining tables. He reports: “With dining trends evolving in the UK, the resurgence of cut crystal glassware has been prominent over the past 18 months and the classic styles of hand-cut crystal have further established themselves in the retail market.” Continuing, Steve reflects that the glassware has “built on the success of its predecessors’ long history, from master crystal producers across Europe and the Czech Republic.” He adds: “With long established UK retail crystal glassware suppliers like Crystal Galleries, trade retailers are able to access significant depth of ranges across all classic and contemporary styles to maximise the opportunity of this current trend.”

concluding: “We’re constantly moving the boundaries of what can be done.” Meanwhile, Katrina Lawton, marketing and PR manager for KitchenCraft concurs that: “People are looking for something a little different.” She elaborates: “We are no longer looking to have pristine matching glassware but are erring more towards individuality and quirky style.” She cites the company’s new Cheers crystal glassware collection from Mikasa, explaining that: “The collection is precision-etched with different, yet complementary, designs such as dots, lines and swirls so each glass is beautifully distinct yet still part of a collection.” Katrina points out: ”Not only stylishly original, but it also means that guests can easily identify their own glass whether it be a tumbler, red wine, white wine, martini, highball, balloon goblet, champagne or one of many new trend styles such as stemless flute, craft beer or sculpted stem goblets.” Katrina also recognises the trend for multi-use by creative cooks and home entertainers as: “Glasses such as the stemless martini are also great for serving food such as canapés and deserts.” Demand for glasses as “as an affordable gift solution” has been a strong influence for product

development at Dartington Crystal. Stephanie Wright, marketing assistant at Dartington Crystal reports: “While we offer many options in boxed sets of two, four and sixes, some of our best-selling concepts are single glasses with an individual in mind.” She highlights the Aspect collection featuring a range of decorative themes (such as wildlife, pets, sports and pastimes) etched onto a choice of high quality glasses. Stephanie notes: “Attractively packaged and well-priced they offer the gift giver plenty of inspiration. Royal Doulton has reinvented its crystal and glass range with new packaging to match consumer and retail demands, moving from a set of four to a twin box of glasses and

incorporating contemporary lifestyle photography. With the traditional Highclere range continuing to be a bestseller, Royal Doulton’s senior market manager Antony Robson notes that new designs include the stemless balloon and red wine balloon glasses, which show versatility as “they can double for small gin glasses.” Meanwhile, Antony notes that within WWRD’s Waterford portfolio, “wine varietal glassware is strong,” and new stemless designs are popular for both wine and water. Unveiled at Spring Fair, Horwood’s Stemless Glasses are meeting consumer demand for function, style and convenience. James Robinson, marketing manager states: “If you have ever drunk wine out of a tumbler or a highball, you’ll know it just does not taste quite the same. So traditional wine glasses have long been preferred, but they do have some downsides: they are top heavy, fragile and sometimes awkward in the dishwasher.” He continues: “The stemless glass is a multifunctional glass, sharing the same profile as wine glass, but also just as handy as a water or juice glass. They are small, compact and will fit in the bottom and top shelf of a dishwasher, unlike traditional wine glasses, so has all the benefits, without any of the drawbacks.” And with a broad offering of glassware, retailers can create plenty opportunities to raise a toast!

Top: Highclere glassware range from Royal Doulton. Inset: The Aspect collection from Dartington is a popular gift.

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