Merchandise Monday: Home for the Holidays

There is nothing better than coming home – whether home is where you grew up, or your grandparents’ house, being with your best friend or even a place you don’t get to too often. The definition of “home” is different for everyone but it evokes that same feeling of comfort, nostalgia – and longing to be there when you’re anywhere but. We’ve got a few things to make you feel right at home this holiday season and all winter long.

 Brookstone® Nap™ Robe

Step aside, pajamas. There’s a new favorite for lounging around at home. The Nap™ Robe is made of the softest fabric you’ll ever feel. Cozy, warm and irresistibly soft, this robe is perfect for lounging, cuddling or napping. You’ll want to wrap up in it first thing in the morning and at the close of every day.

CordaRoys Coduroy Beanbag Chair / Full Sleeper

It’s the chair that converts to a full-size bed. It comes with one changeable, washable and dryable chair cover and one full bed insert and is filled with premium super soft shredded foam. Seats one adult and sleeps two. A great night's sleep is in the bag.

Down Inc.® 12-inch Sewn-Thru Boxstitch Down Comforter – Twin; Full/Queen, Super Queen, King

Almost like sleeping on a cloud, the traditional design of this 12” comforter makes it a timeless treasure. The box stitch construction keeps fill in place while allowing for maximum lofting. The shell is a 230-thread count cambric cotton with cording at the edges. You’ll never want to get out of bed.

Everlasting Glow 3-Piece Flameless Candle Set – Medium

You will love the soft glow flicker of these candles. Turn them on and off with the included remote or use the timer feature. Includes 4.5”, 6” and 8” H candles. For use indoors or outdoors. Smoke-free and worry-free candles let you enjoy the ambiance of candlelight safely. Weather-resistant resin.

Fire Sense® Fox Hill Electric Fireplace Stove

The antique-looking Fireplace Stove features a durable composite construction, built-in heater with internal safety shut-off sensor and plugs into any household outlet. Its 3D patented flame provides 1350W of forced fan heat and 40W x 2 light power. Stay warm and cozy all winter!

Fire Sense® Wood Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace

This electric fireplace features medium-density fiberboard construction with glass front, natural stained wood and a soft touch control panel that offer elegant styling. Extending 6" from any wall, the fireplace also features a built-in 1400W heater with internal safety shut-off sensor and 3D patented flame.

Smart Solar San Nicola Triple LED Candle Lantern – Bronze

This battery-powered triple pillar LED candle lantern in Antique Bronze finish is suitable for both outdoor and indoor use. It features durable poly construction with real glass and metal hanging loop. Set the timer for six hours on/18 hours off so the lantern lights up at the same time each day.

Yankee Candle® Classic Jar Medium Candle - Home Sweet Home

Home Sweet Home is a heartwarming blend of cinnamon, baking spices and a hint of freshly poured tea. The Medium Classic Large Jar is 4" in diameter and will burn 65-90 hours and is perfect in smaller homes with 2-3 rooms to be fragranced. Welcome them home with this familiar fragrance.

Yankee Candle® Crimson Flurries Easy Melt Warmer - Balsam & Cedar

Stylish and so easy to use, the Scenterpiece™ warmer lets you change fragrances without ever touching the wax. The electric warmer features a flameless heater to quickly melt the wax and a recessed heating dish that enhances any décor. Change scents in seconds! For use only with Scenterpiece warmers.

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Merchandise Monday: Keep the Cold Out!

The official start of winter is merely a week away and there’s no better time to start working on those winter projects and hobbies that will help warm you up and keep the cold where it belongs – outside! Hinda’s got everything you need to do just that. Whether you prefer to snuggle on the couch or spring into activity our assortment of items to keep out the cold is sure to please everyone in your household this winter!

Anchor Bay Entertainment Bob Harper: Beginner's Weight Loss DVD

Warm up with a great workout - drop pounds and renovate your body to its best form. Push yourself and punch-up your heart rate to annihilate calories, attack fat and reconstruct your body completely with this beginner’s DVD.

GLD Products® Mainstreet Classics Micro Bag Toss Game

Don’t let the cold keep you from playing your favorite outdoor party game – with the Micro Bag Toss you can play inside or out! It features two portable boards with carrying handles and eight micro bags. Stir up some friendly competition year round!

KidKraft® Play Teepee

It might be too cold for camping, but your kids will have fun pretending with this teepee. These toys stand at over 3.5’ H and were built to last. Mesh window allows parents to look in and kids to look out. Quick assembly – just a few easy steps and you’re ready!

The North Face® Thermoball™ Full Zip Jacket

Designed to imitate down, Thermoball™ is constructed with low-weight, high-loft clusters that retain heat even when wet. Just as compressible as down, Thermoball insulation provides phenomenal warmth in cold and wet conditions.

Waring Pro® Belgian Waffle Maker

Nothing warms the soul and starts your day off right like a hot, hearty breakfast. Professional quality lets you create extra-deep, 1” restaurant-style waffles that are crispy on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside. Delicious!

Yankee Candle®Perfect Pillar Candle – Sparkling Cinnamon

There’s something about the smell of cinnamon and other spices that warms you right up! This slim, contemporary style fits easily with pillar holders and candle accessories. It is made with a smooth wax blend, has a wider flame for quicker fragrance release and burns up to 95 hours. 

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Frames and Candles Help Make Rewards More Socially Responsible

So how can a picture frame or candles make a rewards collection more socially responsible? It all comes down to where these to products come from.

The picture frame is a really unique way to dip your toe in the CSR water. Even though it's a rustic brown color, it's certainly a great example of a "green" product. The 4x6 inch frame is made from recycled bicycle chain. What's more remarkable about it is how it's made. The Bicycle Chain Frame is created by a social enterprise group out of India called Noah's Ark. Artisans working for Noah's Ark receive benefits such as training, education and medical treatment for artisans and for their families. Money made from frame sales goes back towards making the artisan communities more self-sufficient.

In the same way, Dreambean Candles also help those less fortunate more self sufficient. The Deeper Dreambean collection offers candles made from a high quality soy wax and fragrant oils. Poured into round, three-inch tins, the candles can be easily packed for a weekend getaway and has a burn time of around 45 hours. Made by Bright Endeavors, each candle sale goes to help support training, mentoring and eventual job placement for homeless or other at-risk women in the Chicago area.

 Sometimes the smallest things - like candles and picture frames - are the ones that make the biggest difference.

**Both Noah's Ark and Bright Endeavors are partners of Helping Hand Rewards. Learn more about Helping Hand Rewards' parteners by visiting www.helpinghandrewards.org

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