Merchandise Monday: Weathering the Storm

Mid-July means long hot and humid days, which make for some interesting weather situations. From sun showers to lightning storms to full-on torrential downpours, you never really know what’s in the forecast when you head out the door. Prepare for anything with our collection of tracking devices and weather-resistant gadgets.

Whether you’re watching the storms roll in from the comfort of your backyard or trying to entertain with an iffy forecast, you don’t have to let the rain spoil your parade when you put your trust in these great items!

Acu-Rite® Digital Weather Station with Forecast/Temperature/Clock/Moon Phase

Plan the day with confidence with your own weather and weather prediction information. The Digital Weather Station uses patented Self-Calibrating Technology to provide your personal forecast of 12- to 24-hour weather conditions, giving you the most accurate forecast available for your exact location.

Acu-Rite® Emergency Weather Alert NOAA Radio with S.A.M.E.

Tune in to emergency alerts, storm alerts, tornadoes, floods, disasters, Amber alerts and public announcements. Digitally tuned to NOAA Weather Radio (NWR), this radio provides continuous weather information including warnings, watches, forecasts and all hazards 24/7.

Acu-Rite® Sportsman's Hunting and Fishing Activity Meter and Weather Forecaster

Don't miss out on favorable weather and wildlife conditions! This handy device predicts wildlife activity levels by combining weather observations with lunar positioning data. Receive outdoor temperature, barometric pressure, moon phase and Intelli-Time clock readings on the bold LCD display.

Brookstone® Weather-Resistant Indoor/Outdoor Wireless Speaker with Dock

Weather-resistant and portable, the wireless speaker booms out rich, omni-directional sound in yards, patios or anywhere within 150’ of your docked MP3 player or stereo. Volume controls on the speaker mean you don’t have to leave the party and the speaker dock rocks inside the house, too. 

Bulova® Indoor/Outdoor Weather Clock

The outdoor wall clock illuminates at dusk, shuts off at dawn and features a metal case in oil-rubbed bronze finish. Arabic numerals and instrument graphics are printed in a light-reflective ink, covered with a clear acrylic diffusing overlay and sealed with a gasket for protection from the elements.

FUJIFILM FinePix All-Weather Proof 16MP Digital Camera Bundle

Capture and share extreme scenes in places a tablet or smartphone can't go and optically zoom in tight – even for movies. This is FUJIFILM’s toughest camera yet for extreme weather protection in extreme places, whether sea, sand, snow or time with kids.

Howard Miller® Weather Sentinel Clock

The Weather Sentinel features a crescendo alarm with snooze, removable stand for wall mounting, 12/24 hour time format and shows month, date, day of the week and moon phase. A weather trend RF sensor transmits outdoor temperature and humidity wirelessly to the clock.

Kaito NOAA Weather/AM/FM Radio with Cell Charger

The Radio/Cell Charger delivers up-to-date weather reports in every county and in all 50 states. It features a 5-LED flashlight/14-LED reading lamp, 4-way power – hand-crank, solar, AA batteries or AC adapter (not included) –,siren, rechargeable battery, DC jack and USB phone charger jack.

Merchandise Monday: April Showers Bring May Flowers

Spring is finally here, and although nobody likes a rainy day, they are a must if we’re going to see flowers bloom and trees turn green! Don’t let a little sprinkle rain on your parade. We’ve got a great assortment of gardening gear and outdoor accessories to get you through the storm and excited for nicer weather when you can be outside. Whether you have a green thumb or just like to enjoy the outdoors without getting your hands dirty, we’ve got something for everyone in our assortment!

Acu-Rite® Digital Indoor/Outdoor Temperature and Humidity Monitor

Before you head outdoors, make sure conditions are “Rite!” The bold, easy to read LCD screen displays the current indoor and outdoor temperatures and humidity with trend indicator arrows, daily high/low information, moon phase, time and date and more.

Diane Katzman Designs Garden Hat

Keep the sun out of your face with this stylish and functional gardening hat. This natural woven garden hat features a charming cluster of pink and peach flowers and is a delightful way to look great while getting down and dirty in your garden!

Picnictime® Large Garden Tool Set

Attractive and durable polyester canvas with stain-resistant interior make this tote the perfect gift for those who love to garden. The tote includes a digging trowel, planting trowel and garden cultivator, all with wooden handles secured in an accessible exterior pocket.

Ray-Ban® New Wayfarer Classic Black Unisex Sunglasses

Go back to where it all began with the updated version of the classic Wayfarer. This unisex style features a smaller black frame and slightly softer eye shape with crystal green lenses that provide remarkable color contrast for more natural vision.

Smart Solar Ashbourne Solar Birdbath

Create a relaxing atmosphere in your garden, patio or balcony. Water recycles from a hidden reservoir and low maintenance resin is easy to keep clean. The fountain operates in direct sunlight with no wiring or operating costs.

Yamaha® All-Weather Speakers

Stay outside longer with this durable, all-weather model that maintains audio performance up to Yamaha® standards. The woofer uses a highly responsive cone and fluid-cooled soft dome tweeter, both specifically processed for water resistance.

Zings & Thingz Botanical Garden Planter Trio

These delightful planters will really make your plants pop! Decorated with the splendor of a busy garden, each piece features a vintage-inspired botanical illustration of butterflies, birds and blooms in striking colors that will multiply the beauty of your growing greenery. 

Merchandise Monday: A Nightmare on 34th Street

Colorful leaves are scattered all over the ground, the sky is gray and there’s a chill in the air. That can only mean one thing: it’s time for Hinda’s annual round-up of Halloween(ish) merchandise! The only nightmare here is the thought of having to pick which of these items is the best – they’re all so great! Treat yourself to a few of these and have a happy and spooky Halloween!

Acu-Rite® Digital Weather Station with Forecast/Temperature/Clock/Moon Phase

Plan your trick-or-treating with confidence using this handy tool! Keep track of moon phases, weather forecast, temperature and more with the wireless weather station. Using patented Self-Calibrating Technology, the weather station provides your personal forecast of 12- to 24-hour weather conditions generated from a wireless sensor in your backyard, giving you the most accurate weather forecast available for your exact location. 

Eureka® Lady Bug Girls 30-degree Sleeping Bag

No creepy-crawlies here! She’ll be snug as a bug in a rug this fall when she cozies up in the Lady Bug sleeping bag! It’s constructed of a durable polyester taffeta shell and liner with a Number 5 non-locking self-repairing zipper. It features a double layer off-set multi needle quilt construction and is rated for a temperature of 30-degrees F. Includes a stuff sack. 

LEGO® Duplo® Super Heroes Batcave Adventure

Everyone’s favorite superhero, Batman™, is always ready for Halloween! Enter the Batcave and get ready for some exciting adventures! Park the Batwing and get to work with all of the amazing Batman gadgets, but watch out – Catwoman is sneaking about! Kids will develop creativity and building skills with this iconic, easy-to-build set featuring lots of extra bricks for extended play.

Namco Bandai Games Pac-Man™ and The Ghostly Adventures for PS3® and Xbox® 360

Pac is back in an all-new experience for a whole new generation of fans. The story begins as the menacing ghosts escape from the creepy Netherworld to invade PacWorld. These frightening ghosts cause nothing but trouble wherever they go! Pac and his two best friends, Spiral and Cylindria, rise to the challenge of protecting their home in a big, bustling, bonkers world of action, adventure and just plain wackiness! 

Razor® Jr. Monster Kix™ Scooter

Turn your little tyke into a little monster with the spook-tacular new Razor® Jr. Monster Kix™. The extra wide deck and 3-wheel frame help young riders stay on their feet as they build coordination and balance, while the detailed hand grips kick start young imaginations for some monster role play! 

Razor® Jr. Zombie Kix™ Scooter

Get ready for an outbreak of infectious fun and laughter with the all-new Razor® Jr. Zombie Kix™. Designed for little monsters still building their coordination and balance, this awesomely spooky ride lets kids play the starring role in their very own park or playground zombie invasion. But beware – this scary scooter is tons of fun long after Halloween is over!

Merchandise Monday: It’s Finally Fall!

Fall starts today – at 10:29 p.m. Eastern, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac – and while many of us (including this blogger) couldn’t wait for summer to start, others have had visions of pumpkin spice dancing in their heads since early August! So how about a little reading material while you sip that long-awaited latte? Hinda’s gearing up for the change of seasons and, as always, this is just a small sample of the abundance of fall-related (and otherwise) items in our ever-growing assortment!

ACU-RITE® Digital Weather Station

Plan the day with confidence with this weather predictor – pinpoint accuracy right from your own backyard. Patented Self-Calibrating Technology provides your personal forecast of 12- to 24-hour weather conditions generated from weather data measured by a sensor in your yard, giving you the most accurate forecast available.

Buck® Small Lock Back Folding Knife

The MiniBuck is so lightweight you won't even realize it is in your pocket. Made of durable materials and sized for convenience, it’s perfect for hunting, fishing, camping or just for everyday carry. Made of 420HC blade steel and features a drop point, razor edge and Valox handle. Blade length: 1.9", closed length: 2.9" and weighs 1-ounce.

Chilly Dog Handmade Wool Cable Knit Dog Sweater

Chilly Dog sweaters are extremely warm, thick and 100 percent plant-dyed wool. They are handmade by Inca Artisans in South America using fair trade guidelines, therefore they may vary slightly in color and style. Available for every dog from a tea cup to a Great Dane!

Diane Katzman Designs Metallic Rose or Tan Sparkle Scarf

These beautiful scarves by Diane Katzman feature fashionable pink or neutral tan lightweight fabric consisting of 80 percent cotton and 20 percent viscose. A lovely, delicate metallic pattern adds just the right amount of sparkle! The scarf measures 29.5" W x 75" L.  Each sold separately.

Dreambean Candles Recycled Wine Bottle Soy Candle

A recycled green or blue wine bottle is handsomely transformed into a 12-ounce eco-friendly soy candle.  Available scents include Vanilla Honey, Pacific Redwood, Aloe Lily, Lemon Tea, Yuzu Coconut and Lavender Milk.  Proceeds support a job-development training program for homeless and at-risk young mothers.