Merchandise Monday: Cyber Monday Gadget Gifts!

With the biggest shopping day of the year behind us, it's time for the biggest online shopping day of the year - Cyber Monday! To honor the "cyber" part of Cyber Monday, we're focusing on a selection of great new electronic gadgets that have recently been added to Hinda's assortment. From tablets to music to GPS and photography, Hinda's got the gamut of tech your whole family wants!

Amazon Fire HD 8-inch 8GB Tablet

This powerful, full-featured HD tablet features a beautiful 8" HD display with over a million pixels, fast quad-core processor up to 1.5 GHz, rear-facing 5 MP camera and front-facing HD camera and Amazon Underground, a one-of-a-kind app store experience for apps, games and even in-app items that are actually free. Who wouldn’t want to unwrap this?

Amazon Kindle eReader

As a dedicated e-reader, Kindle lets you indulge your love of reading without interruptions like email alerts and push notifications. A glare-free, touchscreen interface makes it easier to use features like Goodreads, Dictionary, highlighting and more on a screen that looks like real paper.

Bosch® Power Box™ 360 Jobsite AM/FM Stereo with Digital Media Bay

Power through your busy workday with 360-degree stereo sound featuring digital signal processing, an integrated subwoofer and digital media bay. Other features include USB port, rugged aluminum roll cage and charger/battery bay that charges Bosch® 14.4V-18V li-ion battery packs.

Brookstone® 3-in-1 USB Stylus

Sometimes you need a pen. Other times, a stylus or a flash drive. Why carry all three? This 3-in-1 tablet stylus lets you jot notes, navigate touch screens or store pictures and documents effortlessly. You’ll always have the right tool for any job without carrying extra gear. Makes a great stocking stuffer!

Garmin® Nuvi® 55LM GPS Bundle

For driving directions on the road, put away the smartphone and power on your nüvi®. nüvi is an easy-to-use, dedicated GPS navigator that does not rely on cellular signals and is unaffected by cellular dead zones. nüvi provides easy-to-follow, spoken turn-by-turn directions with street names and features a bright, 5” dual-orientation display for use horizontally or vertically. 

GoPro® Head Strap + QuickClip Mount for GoPro® Camera

Fully adjustable to fit all sizes, the head strap can be worn over a helmet or directly on your head to capture footage from a headlamp-like perspective. The QuickClip enables ultra compact, low-profile mounting – attach your GoPro® to a backwards baseball cap for use during non-impact activities.

iHome® On-Ear Foldable Headphones with Pouch

Enjoy great sound and style anywhere thanks to these headphones. They fold up and fit into the included travel pouch for added portability. Features include detailed, dynamic sound with enhanced bass response, padded ear cushions and a padded and adjustable headband for custom fit.

Sony® PS4™/PS3™ Gold Wireless Stereo Headset

Elevate your gaming experience with customizable game modes created by developers exclusively for PlayStation®. Experience everything from big booms to whisper-quiet warnings in stunning 7.1 virtual surround sound and chat with friends through the hidden noise cancelling microphone.

Vivitar® Digital Video Camcorder Kit

The Digital Video Camcorder Kit features 4x digital zoom, 2” LCD screen and 720p HD recording. The kit includes a padded case, 4GB SD card, SD card reader, tripod, rechargeable lithium battery with charger and Vivitar® Experience software package. Accepts SD and SDHC memory card formats.

Wagan® iOnBoost™ V6

The iOnBoost™ V6 jump starter utilizes lithium-polymer battery technology, offers up to 200 cranking amps (400 peak amps) and can start a 3.5-liter V6 engine, yet is small enough to fit in a purse or glove compartment. No roadside assistance needed! It can also charge your mobile devices on the go.

Merchandise Midweek: It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Shopping Season!

We know you’re not quite recovered from your sugar coma, but the end of Halloween signals the three Ss of the holiday season - shopping, shopping and shopping! Before you head out in the cold and snow to hit the hot and crowded malls, take a peek at what we’re anticipating being some of the most popular items and categories of the 2014 season.

From fashion and fragrances to fitness and fun (yes, there are a lot of Fs) you’ll find something great for everyone on your list – all ages, interests and price points! And remember – while you’re busy running around, making lists and shopping ‘til you drop, there’s no harm in picking up a little something special for yourself! Hey, you earned it!

FASHION

Citizen® Ladies' Two-Tone Stainless Steel with Swarovski® Bezel Watch

Add some sparkle this season with the Swarovski® Bezel Watch. It features a two-tone stainless steel bracelet, a round 26mm case with Swarovski crystal bezel, mother-of-pearl dial with gold-tone stick indices, minute track, day and date window and luminous hands.

Citizen® Men's Black Dial Stainless Steel Watch

Industrial detailing sets a masculine tone on this watch by Citizen®. It features a stainless steel bracelet, round 38mm case, black textured dial with silver-tone Roman numerals, date window, stick indices, three hands and logo, quartz movement and is water resistant to 100m.

FITNESS

Fitbit® Flex™ Wireless Activity + Sleep Wristband

Drop those holiday pounds with Fitbit® Flex™. Wear this slim, stylish device all the time and get the motivation you need to get out and be more active. It tracks steps, distance and calories burned and shows you how you’re stacking up against your daily goals.

Garmin vívofit™ Fitness Bracelet

vívofit™ learns your current activity level, then assigns an attainable daily goal. As you meet your milestones, vívofit will adjust your goal for the next day, gradually nudging you toward a healthier lifestyle. Earn virtual badges and view your progress at the Garmin Connect™ online community.

FRAGRANCE

Georgio Armani Acqua Di Gio 1.7-oz. Men's

This fragrance for men is a scent of freedom, full of wind and water – perfect harmony of salty sea water and sunny Mediterranean warmth play on the skin. Bitter citrus, rosemary and spices are softened by a woody base with a warm, musky trail.

Marc Jacobs Daisy

Always elegant, always enchanting, but not too serious, Daisy is a sparkling floral bouquet, spirited and fresh, wrapped in comfort and warmth with vintage edge. Sophisticated with a touch of whimsy, violet captures the eclectic, timeless flavor of Marc Jacobs' groundbreaking feminine designs.

FUN!

Bose® QuietComfort® 25 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® Headphones

Enjoy your favorite holiday tunes like never before with Bose®. Proprietary Active EQ and TriPort® technologies give the music you love a deep, clear sound. At the same time, noise cancelling technology monitors the noise around you and cancels it out, helping you focus on what matters.

iLive™ Bluetooth® DUO Wireless Headphones + Speaker

Fill your head – and the world – with music. With the flip of a switch, Duo transforms from headphones into a portable speaker system. Listen wirelessly with Bluetooth® or attach the included audio cable to listen to non-wireless devices, offering amazing versatility.

LG 49/55-inch Smart 3D LED UHDTV with WebOS, 2160p

Watch your favorite holiday classics on the 49” or 55” Smart 3D LED UHDTV, which pairs the stunning clarity of ULTRA High Definition with elegant Cinema Screen design. Witness the breathtaking quality of both 4K and near-4K: the Tru-ULTRA HD Engine converts your SD/HD video to near-4K resolution.

Loopdeedoo™ Spinning Loom Kit

Design friendship bracelets and make them in minutes with the Loopdedoo™ spinning loom. It's fast, easy and fun. Just wrap the threads around the Loopdedoo device, turn the knob, guide the thread and minutes later it’s done! Make necklaces, anklets, belts and more for almost instant holiday gifts!

Playvisions® Sands Alive! Deluxe Set

Consisting of all-natural ingredients, the sensation of Sands Alive! is similar to cookie dough yet totally dry to the touch. Pack it hard to make roads, then lift it up and watch it flow. Mold it into hard, durable shapes and with a soft touch, it will break apart and appear to move, almost as if it were alive!

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: 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!

Merchandise Monday: The Season of Love

The Big Day is just around the corner – do you have your gifts lined up for your loved ones? Hinda is here with an assortment of Valentine’s Day goodies for the special gal or guy in your life.

Alex and Ani Love Russian Silver Bracelet

Designed to wear alone or to layer for a customized look (additional bracelets sold separately), Alex and Ani's patented expandable wire bangle is the most innovative concept in jewelry, allowing the wearer, with the slide of a hand, to adjust the bangle for a perfect fit. Alex and Ani bracelets are made entirely in the United States from recycled materials.

Brighton® Lotta Love 16" Adjustable Necklace

The Lotta Love 16” adjustable necklace features a Swarovski® crystal heart surrounded by hand-painted pink, red and orange enamel hearts and the word “Love.” What better way to show your love to someone special? The Lotta Love collection also includes matching earrings, bracelets and key fob (each sold separately). 

Caravelle® by Bulova Men's Silver Bracelet Watch

The Men's Silver Bracelet Watch features stainless steel with serrated-edge bezel, luminous hands, calendar, second hand, double-press fold-over clasp and water resistance to 30m. This classic style is made for daily wear and will look great with any ensemble.

Coach® Love Women's 1.7-oz.

This captivating, floral woody fragrance intimately embraces the romantic, desirable and sensual spirit within the Coach® woman. A fragrance of the heart, Coach Love is all that is modern, enviable and chic.

Dolce and Gabbana Light Blue Men's 2.5-oz.

Drawing upon their native home of Italy, the innovative design team of Dolce and Gabbana has captured the sensuality of the Mediterranean. A refreshing blend of citrus notes combines perfectly with masculine woods and subtle spice to create a distinctive fragrance that epitomizes relaxed sophistication.

Godiva Valentine's Day Bear

On your mark, get set, snuggle! Exclusive to Godiva, this soft and plush bear made by Gund® holds a bag of milk and dark chocolate foil-wrapped solid hearts. Kosher. 8-pieces. Weighs 1.5-ounces. This is just one item in our assortment of Godiva gifts!

Nambe Mini Love Bowl

As a symbol of endearment, this lustrous heart-shaped bowl makes an ideal gift any day of the year. Designed by Sean O'Hara, this bowl measures 4.5” in diameter and is made of lustrous Nambé alloy.