The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show

March 2–4, 2025 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show
March 2—4 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

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Recent News from The Inspired Home Show!

Making Homes Warm and Cozy

Whether it involves well-loved items like candles or incorporating the recent trend of textured walls, shoppers are sure to appreciate inspiration.

Warming Up to Hot Beverages

Home and housewares retailers can help encourage shoppers with in-store tastings, clever recipes and tips for trying out new products or techniques.

At-Home Holiday Baking: Joyful Ideas for Retailers

The holiday season is steeped in nostalgia, drawing people to baked goods and baking tools that evoke memories of childhood and Grandma.

Eco-Friendly Materials Matter

Eco-Friendly Materials Matter

As technology propels innovation, the use of new eco-friendly materials in housewares is expected to attract attention and drive purchases.

Housewares Charity Foundation Supports Maui Wildfire Relief

To help support the people of Maui after the recent wildfire tragedy, the Housewares Charity Foundation (HCF) has established a fund for donations and will match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to $100,000 in total. Donations will go to support the Maui Strong Fund and Team Rubicon Disaster Relief.

Connecting with Shoppers on Back-to-School

Connecting with Shoppers on Back-to-School

School is almost back in session—for an estimated 50 million U.S. schoolchildren in grades K-12 alone. This back-to-school time of year is a terrific opportunity for those in home and housewares to connect with shoppers.

Raising Visibility with Timely Tie-Ins

Raising Visibility with Timely Tie-Ins

Taking advantage of a timely tie-in is a solid strategy for retailers. It can help attract attention and spur purchases. It’s also a way to connect with current and potential customers and demonstrate your relevance.

Splurging on Some Little Indulgences

Splurging on Some Little Indulgences

Read any number of headlines, and you’ll see many consumers are hesitant to spend on non-essential items. But there’s also growing evidence that those same consumers are looking for little indulgences.

Taking a Deeper Look at Generation Z

Taking a Deeper Look at Generation Z

As Generation Z (anyone born 1997-2012) gains more purchasing power, it’s important to learn more about what this group of consumers value in products, brands and shopping experiences.