Hot Gadgets At Biggest Housewares Show
Every year, thousands of new products, from cooking to cleaning, are showcased at the International Home and Housewares Show at McCormick Place in Chicago.
It's the biggest such show anywhere, and is in the middle of its three-day run.
Lifestyle expert Sissy Biggers scouted the aisles to find some of her favorites, and showcased them on The Early Show Monday.
She said going green is a big theme this year: "We have it in bio-degradable, renewable, re-useable cleaning products, of course, and even cookware."
Among the products that caught Biggers' eye:
The following product descriptions include information provided by the manufacturers
CUISINART CLEANWATER COUNTERTOP FILTRATION SYSTEM (MODEL WCH-950)
Enjoy clean fresh-tasting water anytime from this countertop-worthy appliance! This compact filtration system, designed in an attractive brushed stainless steel housing, sits directly on the counter dispensing clean water that is either chilled or at room temperature (from a two-gallon tank) -- significantly reducing contaminants such as chlorine, mercury and copper. There's even a hot water option for tea or instant hot chocolate. The unit is also designed to encourage consumers to lower their use of single-serve bottled water, thereby reducing waste and production of plastic water bottles. Includes a three-year warranty.
MSRP: $149; www.cuisinart.com
HAMILTON BEACH DUAL-WAVE BLENDER (MODEL 521470 with stainless steel accents)
The new Hamilton Beach DualWave Blender with dual blades and motors enables fast blending in an 80 ounce pitcher (double the size of typical blending jars) or in one or two individual 16 ounce travel cups. The powerful 1000-watt dual-motor, dual-blade blender is also equipped with dual-speed controls, each with two speeds plus pulse. The 80 ounce jar has a convenient spout for easy dispensing right into glasses while blending. The spout is removable and dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. With the spout cap cover in place, contents can be poured from the pitcher just like a standard blender. Easy cleanup, and dishwasher-safe parts. A three-year limited warranty is included.
MSRP: $89.99; Now on sale at frontgate.com for $79.50.
HANDPRESSO
Handpresso is the first portable Espresso machine. It makes a premium quality coffee anywhere, whether traveling for business or pleasure, in the mountains, the country or the city. This small and light mobile gadget is easy to use. Pump the hand presso until the pressure rises to 16 bars, add hot water in the small water reserve, insert an e.s.e (easy serving espresso), and obtain a frothy espresso. No electricity needed. Accessories sold separately include thermo-hyphem insulated bottle, case, polycarbonate cups, and outdoor kit.
MSRP: $150; www.handpresso.com.
HOMZ EVOLUTION 360 IRONING BOARD
Homz introduces a revolutionary dual-sided ironing board. The board's surface rotates 360 degrees, eliminating the need to move and adjust shirts by hand. Its perimeter follows the contours of the human body, holding clothing taut for a quick and thorough process. Additional features include a safety iron rest, a convenient inset for ironing collars, cuffs and pockets, and handy pant clips to make ironing and creasing pants easier.
MSRP: 119.99