Merchandise Monday: Happy Cinco de Mayo!

We at Hinda love a good celebration, and what better way to kick off the impending warmer months than with a Cinco de Mayo party! Spicy food, refreshing beverages and fun music are all you need to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style, and Hinda has all of this and more to create a party to remember! Plus, it’s a great way to kick off the work week and bond with family, friends, coworkers – whomever!

Anchor Hocking 14-Piece Beer Party Set

This set has everything you need to serve your favorite cold beverages and snacks, including a large serving bowl, six Lucite®-like coasters, six pilsner glasses and a 55-ounce pitcher. The glassware set has a traditional look that can be used year-round and is dishwasher safe. Bottoms up!

HMDX® Jam Classic™ Bluetooth® Speaker

Big sound in a small size! With its 30’ range, you can jam wherever you like and party for up to four hours without the hassle of cords. The Jam Classic works with virtually every smartphone, tablet, music player and PC and features an integrated speakerphone for hands-free talking. Rock on!

Nambé Butterfly Chip & Dip

This serving tray is made of acacia wood – a dense, durable hardwood that features finely patterned grains of varying shades and glows with warmth. Acacia wood will not absorb stains or odors and the metal bowl’s thermal retention keeps dips cold or hot for hours. Just chill or heat in the oven and serve.

Nostalgia Electrics® 8-Inch Electric Quesadilla Maker™

Delight in quickly creating crispy, delicious quesadillas using a variety of meats, cheeses and vegetables - even peanut butter and nutella® for sweet varieties. The unique plate design creates easy-to-cut sections that seal in flavor and the non-stick coating makes cooking easy and clean-up a snap!

Nostalgia Electrics® Margarator™ Margarita Machine

Mix up great-tasting frosty beverages in no time with this easy-to-use margarita machine. Just fill the unit with ice, add your ingredients, then secure the safety lid and flip the switch. In a matter of minutes, the unit produces 128-ounces of delicious, refreshing margaritas, daiquiris or slushies!

What are your Cinco de Mayo plans?

Merchandise Monday: All About Mom!

Mother’s Day is coming up, and what kind of merchandisers would we be if we didn’t drop everything to tell you all about the great products we’ve got for Mom’s big day! From gardening and getting glam to DIY and de-stressing, Hinda has the perfect gift to shower every mom with on May 11 (don’t worry, we know you remembered)!

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Wi-Fi® eReader

Whether she’s into mysteries or a sucker for romance, the Kindle Paperwhite is designed to deliver the best reading experience. No screen glare in bright sunlight means Mom can enjoy the outdoors without sacrificing prime reading time. And since it’s over 30 percent lighter than some tablets, she can hold it with one hand while the other is occupied.

Brother® Project Runway™ Computerized Sewing and Embroidery Machine

Watch Mom unleash her design and creative potential with the Project Runway™ Limited Edition sewing and embroidery machine—the only Project Runway machine to offer embroidery! With computer connectivity, the machine allows for importing .pes designs from a PC or designs purchased from www.ibroidery.com and other web sites.

Conair® True Glow™ Hot/Cold Therapy Facial Sauna

The True Glow™ Hot/Cold Therapy Facial Sauna features an exclusive 2-step system. Warm steam opens pores and cleanses while a cool mist closes pores and hydrates. True Glow defends against dryness, signs of aging and environmental damage. Other features include auto-shutoff and a timer with five settings to choose the length of the facial.

Homedics® Shiatsu + Vibrating Massage Pillow with Heat

Treat Mom to deep-kneading Shiatsu massage plus invigorating vibration massage for the neck, back, shoulders and more. Four massage nodes provide extended coverage with a soothing heat option for a more relaxing experience. The ultra-soft and luxurious quilted pillow wrapped in a plush fabric conforms to the body.

Howard Miller® Picture This Table Clock

A generous space for a photo adds a warm and personal touch to this titanium-finished alarm clock with a folding easel-back stand. Large, easy-to-read LCD numbers tell the time alongside a month and day display and a thermometer that measures in degrees F or C. This would add the perfect personal touch to Mom’s office – or her favorite room in the house!

Nordic Ware® Set of 4 Prep n' Serve Bowls

Whether she’s a professional chef, a home cook, a kitchen novice or just likes to eat, these multi-purpose bowls are perfect for mixing, microwaving and serving. The 4-piece set includes 2-, 3.5-, 5- and 7-quart heavy duty bowls with silicone non-skid bases and nest into each other for easy storage. Made of BPA- and melamine-free plastic.

Sterling Silver Heart Necklace

Give Mom a piece of your heart that she can wear every day! This sterling silver heart necklace features a classically styled heart-shaped pendant strung on a black cord. It’s perfect for everyday wear and makes a great gift!

Wüsthof 2-Piece Garden Shears Set

This 2-piece sent includes 6” flower shears and 8” pruning shears. Flower shears are ideal for cutting fresh flowers or herbs, trimming dead or dying stems and flowers. The pruning shears cut through thicker stems, up to a half-inch in diameter and are perfect for cutting a variety of vegetables and fruit to keeping shrubbery and houseplants well-groomed.

Merchandise Monday: Show Mother Earth Some Love

Tuesday, April 22 is Earth Day, an annual celebration during which events take place all over the world in support of environmental protection. According to Wikipedia, the first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970, and is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network and celebrated in more than 192 countries on April 22 each year.

In honor of Earth Day, this week we’re focusing on green, eco-friendly and socially responsible items available in our assortment. Why not do something good and give back to Mother Nature, the planet and the people who inhabit this home we all share!

Dreambean Candles Bliss Bag

Dreambean Candles products are handmade by participants of Bright Endeavors, a non-profit social enterprise and job training program committed to helping homeless and at-risk young women ages 16-25. Elevate the at-home spa experience with the Bliss Bag, 32 ounces of soothing fair trade Pink Himalayan soaking salt scented with invigorating, phthalate-free rosemary and mint oils. Each biodegradable Bliss Bag offers up to eight relaxing baths that draw out impurities and gently soften skin. Proceeds go toward support training, mentoring and permanent job placement for the young women that lovingly create and package each product.

Helping Hand Artisans 8.5-inch Square Bowl

Helping Hand Artisans is a social enterprise comprised of fair trade crafter and artisan collectives in the developing world. Its mission is to help these people create sustainable livelihoods for their families through the sale of their beautiful, eco-friendly crafts. They offer a line of fair trade, stylish, handmade accessories, housewares and gifts that are perfect for every occasion – each with an individual story. Freedom and independence ring true in these bold iron bowls. Artisans in India collect each individual iron ring from local repair shops and hand-weld each of the connection points. Helping Hand Artisans provides jobs and stability where few employment opportunities exist.

Smart Solar Umbrella Hanging Solar Lantern 8-pack

Looking to add a little light to your outdoor space? The Hanging Solar Lantern set is ideal for your patio or deck. Simply clip to an umbrella for ambient lighting around a table or even place on a flat surface. These open-bottom LED lanterns are eco-friendly and powered by an integrated solar panel that automatically turns the lamp on at dusk and off at dawn. When fully charged, they provide up to 8-hours of light per night. Lanterns include handle, hanging clips and replaceable rechargeable Ni-MH battery.

Superex® Deluxe Solar Powerstation with Air Compressor

Solar charging is really in right now and the Powerstation features a heavy-duty, large capacity battery that is a fully portable power source, perfect for cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, RVs, tractors, power failures or situations without conventional power sources. Features include built-in professional strength 6-gauge booster cables with reverse polarity alarm and multiple power outlets – two 12-volt (auto), 110 volt (household appliances, 200 watts max.) and USB port (for charging PDAs, iPhones®, MP3 players and other portable devices).

Wagan® Solar eCharger™ 2.1A

The Solar eCharger™ 2.1A recharges mobile electronics with a built-in Li-ion battery that fully recharges in 5-8 hours via sunlight or 2-3 hours via AC adapter. Indicator lights when unit is ready to deliver power (either from DC or solar) and when batteries are charged. Uses superior monocrystalline solar cells and features two USB outputs. Accessories include AC and DC chargers and cell phone tips. 

Merchandise Monday: Host an Unforgettable Sunday Brunch

Now that the weather is finally warming up, there's nothing better than a relaxing, leisurely Sunday brunch to kick off the new week. Whether you're playing host or hostess or bringing your favorite dish elsewhere, Hinda has everything you need to make your next Sunday brunch unforgettable. You might even need a post-Sunday brunch nap (which is just fine by us)!

 All-Clad® 2-Slice Toaster

No brunch is complete without toast, bagels or English muffins! This elegant stainless steel and die-cast toaster features six browning levels from light to dark plus defrost and bagel settings. The high-lift lever accommodates smaller pieces of bread and a cancel function that stops toasting mid-cycle. 

Cuisinart® Egg Central 10-Egg Cooker

The Egg Central has a new 2-tiered cooking system that allows 10 eggs to be cooked at once. Eggs can be cooked to a hard, medium or soft consistency. The egg cooker also comes with removable trays that can be used to poach eggs and make omelets – perfect for satisfying all tastes! 

De’Longhi Combination Espresso & Drip Coffee with Programmable Timer

This 3-in-1 machine makes drip coffee, espresso, cappuccino and latte all in one machine – and saves you counter space! Easily prepare latte and cappuccino with the swivel jet frother. Wake up to the aroma of fresh-brewed coffee with the programmable timer. Enjoy your coffee your way! 

Emeril™ Rotary Waffle and Panini Maker with Interchangeable Plates

Rock some hot waffles and panini with this versatile appliance. Its rotating plates help to evenly distribute batter to put some wow in your waffles. They also accommodate two waffles or panini at a time so you can prepare more food more quickly and satisfy your hungry guests – or yourself! 

Hamilton Beach® The Breakfast Master™ Skillet and Waffle Maker

Breakfast just got easier, simpler and more delicious with the compact, all-in-one Breakfast Master Skillet and Waffle Maker. With two sets of interchangeable, non-stick grids, this skillet and waffle maker lets you enjoy waffles, delicious sandwiches, eggs and bacon or a savory omelet any time you crave. 

Hurom® Premium Slow Juicer and Smoothie Maker

Easily make delicious juices, nutritious smoothies made with frozen fruit, mixed drinks and purees! Control how much pulp is in your juice with the Pulp Control Lever, mix ingredients inside the juicer bowl and clean up easily with the Juice Cap. Fine and Coarse strainers let you juice anything – even nuts! 

Royal Doulton® Gordon Ramsay Maze Teal 16-Piece Dinnerware Set

This tableware is contemporary and stylish, yet durable enough for everyday use. The 16-piece set includes four dinner plates, four salad plates, four all-purpose bowls and four mugs. All pieces are rendered in a beautiful subtle teal glaze and decorated with embossed concentric circles. 

Wine Enthusiast® Indoor/Outdoor Chardonnay Wine Glasses, Set of 4

Perfect for pool, patio, inside and outside, these everywhere glasses have such clarity you might mistake them for crystal. But they’re actually made from food-safe, shatter-resistant Eastman Tritan™ copolyester that won’t crack or break, making them ideal for entertaining anywhere without worry! 

Merchandise Monday: Hinda Hits the Housewares Show Floor

The 2014 International Home + Housewares Show landed at Chicago’s McCormick Place last month and show officials reported very high attendance by buyers and significant growth from the international markets. The show's 2,100 exhibitors included 435 new vendors and more than 10,000 new products were displayed this year. Hinda’s own buying team was on the show floor and reported back with some of the new items they’re most excited about this year.

New releases from KitchenAid®, Keurig® and Vitamix® have Hinda’s buyers buzzing. KitchenAid has entered the fast-growing home carbonation category with the introduction of the Sparkling Beverage Maker, a premium countertop soda maker developed in collaboration with SodaStream International, Ltd., the world’s leading manufacturer and distributor of home carbonation systems.

KitchenAid also showcased its Pour-over Coffee Brewer – elevating the traditional coffee maker to another level. Pour over brew technology staggers water flow to fully optimize flavor extraction, a technique that is becoming increasingly popular among coffee aficionados.

Rather than heating the water in increments as standard coffee makers do, the Pour-over Coffee Brewer heats all of the water in the tank to 200-degrees prior to releasing it into the brew basket. By intermittently pouring and pausing the water flow over the coffee grounds, just as a trained barista would, this new model extracts flavors at a more finely calibrated pace than traditional coffee makers.

Speaking of coffee, Green Mountain Coffee® and Keurig brewing technology announced their new K-Carafe capability for its Keurig 2.0 Brewing System, available in Fall 2014. Keurig 2.0 brewers will be the first system to brew both one cup using a single serve pack and a carafe of coffee using the new Keurig K-Carafe pack.

Vitamix is redefining the personal blender with its S30, featuring variable speed control and pulse. The S30 makes it easy to create individual servings and small family meals it its 20-ounce travel up or 40-ounce pitcher. Create small batches of soups, sauces, frozen desserts and more.

KitchenAid is also reinventing the blender with the introduction of an ultra-powerful, first-of-its-kind blender that replaces the manual locking system with an interlocking magnetic drive system to power its blades and safely secure its jar. A thoughtfully designed magnetic coupler connecting the motor to the pitcher powers the blades and allows for a flat, smooth base with a front-load design. Instead of a complicated locking system that requires twisting and turning to connect and remove the pitcher from the base, the magnetic system allows the pitcher to easily glide in and out from the base.

These products are so new that they are not yet available at Hinda, but be sure to keep it tuned to Hinda Blog and our “Merchandise Monday” column for regular updates on these and other great new products arriving in our assortment!

Merchandise Monday: Shape Up for Summer!

We’re almost a week into spring, and while temps are still on the cool side, there’s no better time than now to start getting in shape for swimsuit season! From duffels to duds and footwear to fitness trackers, you’ll find all your workout necessities within Hinda’s ever-growing assortment!

adidas® Medium Duffel

Perfect for the gym, practice or even a weekend away, the Medium Duffel features four pockets – including a dry/wet storage compartment – a Velcro closure grab handle, padded airmesh shoulder strap and measures 11” W x 22.5” L x 13” H. Fit everything you need no matter where you work out!

adidas® 3-Stripes Piped 1/4-Zip Men's Pullover

This Men's Pullover features self-mock, contrast piping on shoulder and sleeve, contrast adidas® brandmark on bottom-right hem, contrast 3-Stripes tape on back neck and is made of 100 percent polyester French terry with hydrophilic finish. Stay comfortable and dry during your workout!

Escalade® Goalrilla GLR GS III Basketball System

The Goalrilla brings you some of the best components and construction available in the market. It features a sturdy 5” x 5” square steel pole, a height-adjustable 7.5-10’ rim and a 54” W x 34” H tempered glass backboard that provides a superior rebound compared to acrylic or other materials.

Fitbit® Flex™ Wireless Activity + Sleep Wristband

Wear this slim, stylish device all the time – even in the shower – and get the motivation you need to be more active. It tracks steps, distance and calories burned and shows you how you’re stacking up against your daily goals. At night, it tracks your sleep cycle and helps you learn how to sleep better.

Jawbone® UP™ Fitness Tracking Bracelet

Wearing UP captures a complete picture of your day so you don’t have to guess how active you are. UP tracks your steps, distance, calories burned and time spent active vs. idle. It also tracks your sleep, your mood and discovers hidden connections and patterns in your day-to-day activities.

Mizuno® Impermalite Hyper Rain Jacket

This soft-touch, ultra lightweight waterproof jacket features Japanese technology that delivers the ultimate in rain protection. A super thin membrane provides lightweight performance while a loose liner allows movement against bare arms when worn directly over a base layer. Don’t let the rain stop you!

Nike® Lunar Ascend Men's Golf Shoes

These men’s golf shoes feature Hyperfuse technology which combines synthetic leather, mesh and TPU, a Lunarlon cushioning in heel, full-length comfort sockliner, full-length TPU Integrated Traction and the Nike® Power Platform. Stand out on the course in this ultimate summer shoe!

Trek® Gary Fisher Collection Dual Sport Bike

This go-anywhere machine is road-bike fast, trail-bike capable and fun everywhere. It sports an aluminum frame, Bontrager wheels and multi-surface tires. A 63mm travel fork has on-the-fly suspension lockout, hydraulic disc brakes and the confidence of all-conditions stopping power!

Zume™ Flying Dizk™

This great-grip flying disc is super tough with a comfortable soft touch. The unique design allows the Dizk to fly, float and flex and the center hole creates more ways to catch. Dizk measures 10.5” L x 10.5” W x 1.5” H and is suitable for ages 6-plus. Great for the beach, family picnic or any open field!

Merchandise Monday: Spring Cleaning!

What could be better than cracking the windows on that first warmish spring day and letting the fresh air in for the first time in months? Only the latest selection of spring cleaning items currently available at Hinda! Time to turn off the binge TV, come out of hibernation and overhaul your home and backyard for the warmer months ahead.

Briggs & Stratton® 1700psi Electric Pressure Washer

Wash away winter with this pressure washer, featuring a 2-tank adjustable strength soap system, pressurized hose reel, soft-grip touch points, intuitive controls, adjustable spray wand, RotoScrub nozzle, long-life induction motor and axial cam pump. Salt, mud and other unseemly sidewalk and driveway dirty-ers don’t stand a chance against this powerful cleaner!

Dyson DC58 Handheld Vacuum

Powered by the Dyson digital motor V6, this handheld vacuum features a 350W motor, two Tier Radial™ cyclones and a re-engineered nickel manganese cobalt battery combined to provide powerful suction. With a higher wattage than other Dysons, the V6 motor contributes to the ability of the machine to produce powerful suction power.

Dyson DC59 Digital Slim Animal Cordless Vacuum

With more suction power than any other cordless vacuum, the DC59 brings you the combination of Dyson’s digital motor V6, Tier Radial™ cyclones and a re-engineered nickel manganese cobalt battery – making this amount of suction power possible. A re-engineered floor tool helps the vacuum suck up as much dust as a corded version.

Poulan Pro® 21-inch 3-in-1 Push Mower

Poulan Pro offers push and front drive self-propelled units as well as high rear wheels models for better maneuverability. The push mower features a Briggs & Stratton® 550 Series 140cc engine with auto-choke, 21” deck, 3-in-1 mulch, bag and discharge, push drive, 8” front and 12” rear wheels and 5-position height adjust.

Poulan Pro® 22-inch 2-in-1 Front Wheel Self Propelled Mower

With Poulan Pro’s multi-function deck designs, you can quickly and easily switch between mulching, bagging and discharge modes without tools. The front wheel self propelled mower features a Briggs & Stratton® 625 Series 150cc engine with auto-choke, 22” deck, 2-in-1 mulch and bag, 8” front and rear wheels, 9-position height adjust and deck wash.

Poulan Pro® 22-inch Cut Wheeled Trimmer

Poulan Pro lawn mowers ensure there is a unit perfect for all mowing needs, boast industry-leading engines with the power to tackle the toughest jobs. The wheeled trimmer features a Briggs & Stratton® 625 Series engine, 22” cutting width, 1.6-3.04” cutting height, dual exit fixed line advance, .155” line diameter and 12” wheels. Let Poulan Pro polish up your yard this spring!

Wagan® Euro Waxer

The Euro Waxer features random orbital action that provides a swirl-free finish with 2900 orbits per minute. The 10” orbital polisher features an applicator and buffing bonnet and contoured, over-sized handles provide for multi-position hand placement. Permanent magnet motor helps maintain OPM under load. Your car will shine in the spring sun!

Worx 12-inch Grass Trimmer 120V, 4.0 Amp

This trimmer features a 180-degree rotating shaft that instantly converts to an edging function. The telescoping shaft adjusts to a user’s height and posture and the handle adjusts for maximum comfort and control. A steel wire edging guard protects flowers and garden gnomes. Other features include twin automatic line feed, a 12” cutting diameter and 4-position tilting shaft.

Worx 15-inch Grass Trimmer 120V, 6.0 Amp

This corded electric trimmer features a tool-less conversion to in-line edger. Its innovative, 2-in-1 design also includes built-in edging wheels. It also features a telescoping shaft, a pivoting head with a foldable spacer guard to prevent damage to foliage or lawn ornaments, a 15” cutting diameter and 6-amp motor. Package includes a dual-line spool of WORX trimmer line.

Worx 10-inch 20V Li-ion Battery Powered Trimmer

The cordless lithium-ion trimmer converts into edge function with a 90-degree tilting shaft and adjustable handle for maximum comfort and control. It features automatic line feed, twin wheel guide for edging, a telescopic shaft that adjusts to user’s height and posture, a steel wire edging guard that protects flowers, two wheel positions and is Energy Star® certified.

Worx 24-inch Hedge Trimmer, 120V, 4.0 Amp

The electric hedge trimmer features dual-action blades, soft-grip handle, a slim body design for easy maneuverability and comfort and is lightweight and ergonomically balanced to easily operate with one hand. The 120V/60Hz trimmer also features .75” max cutting diameter, 24” max cutting length and weighs 5.7-pounds. Show your backyard who’s boss with the latest from the Worx line!