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Recent News from The Inspired Home Show!
Inspiring In-Store Purchases
Today’s consumers are buying fewer items when they visit stores. Across general merchandise categories, the number of items per purchase declined.
Housewares Charity Foundation Raises $1 Million at 25th Anniversary Annual Gala
The housewares industry came together to raise $1 million during the 2024 Housewares Cares Charity Gala presented by the Housewares Charity Foundation (HCF)
Celebrating the Joys of Life
After 225 years, F.S. Kustermann, a family business in the 7th generation, is an exemplary example of a retail store evolving with its customers.
History and Heart in the House
Maison Empereur offers customers a fascinating journey through a museum-like space that shines a light on myriad artisans and esteemed manufacturers.
Art, Design and Raising the Bar on Kitchenware
ATELIER Potten & Pannen – Staněk’s gia-winning store in Prague is a place where the bar on cooking, baking and dining is well and truly raised.
Helping College-Bound Students Create a Home Away From Home
The 2024 IHA Occasions Survey identified important gifting opportunities for college-bound students in the months ahead.
Opportunities Are Brewing for Tea-Related Products
Continuing attention to health, as well as growing demand for new flavors and beverage styles, appears to be driving the trend.
Taking Advantage of Housewares Resale
The market for secondhand goods continues to expand, and more retailers and brands are getting involved in housewares resale each day.
Getting On Board with 2024 Food and Drink Trends
It’s not always easy to keep up with food and drink trends. Some have staying power (cue the charcuterie boards) and others quickly fade (ah, butter boards).
