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Sunday, August 20, 2006
Sunday, August 06, 2006
Lead in Jewelry
Another good reason to buy quality handcrafted artisan jewelry......
"SACRAMENTO – California sued 13 major retailers yesterday, alleging they broke state law by failing to warn customers some of the jewelry they sell contains lead.
Named in the state's suit were Macy's, Target, Wal-Mart, Kmart, J.C. Penney, Mervyn's, Nordstrom, Ross, Sears, Express, Claire's, Toys "R" Us and Burlington Coat Factory, along with some of their affiliates and parent companies.
State tests showed high levels of lead in costume jewelry the retailers market primarily to teenagers and younger children, Attorney General Bill Lockyer alleged in the suit. The levels were "well above" that which requires a warning to consumers under California law, he alleged.
Jeffrey Margulies, a lawyer representing six of the retailers, said his clients are concerned they are the targets of lawsuits aimed at products they don't manufacture and are trying to cooperate with Lockyer to determine which products are a problem and what can be done.
"As retailers, obviously the companies are deeply concerned about the welfare of their customers, but they are not currently aware of any hazard posed by the jewelry," Margulies said.
The jewelry is sold under brand names including Nine West (Macy's), Orion (Burlington), Claire's, Worthington (J.C. Penney), Juststyle (Kmart), Thalia (Kmart), Nadri (Nordstrom), Eitenne V (Nordstrom), Apostrophe (Sears), Mainframe (Sears), No Boundaries (Wal-Mart), French Laundry (Mervyn's) and Xhilaration (Target).
Lockyer's suit was spurred by the Oakland-based Center for Environmental Health, which said it planned to sue 43 retailers for inadequate lead warnings. State law requires the attorney general and county prosecutors must first decline to act before a private lawsuit can be filed.
The jewelry includes necklaces made with plastic cords and metal jewelry made with low-grade tin, both containing lead, the center said. It said lead contamination is a particular concern if women or children chew on the cords or metal parts.
The suit asks a judge to prohibit the stores from selling the jewelry in California without providing the required warning about lead exposure, and asks for civil penalties of up to $2,500 for each violation."
Fourteen Carrots Handcrafted Jewelry
"SACRAMENTO – California sued 13 major retailers yesterday, alleging they broke state law by failing to warn customers some of the jewelry they sell contains lead.
Named in the state's suit were Macy's, Target, Wal-Mart, Kmart, J.C. Penney, Mervyn's, Nordstrom, Ross, Sears, Express, Claire's, Toys "R" Us and Burlington Coat Factory, along with some of their affiliates and parent companies.
State tests showed high levels of lead in costume jewelry the retailers market primarily to teenagers and younger children, Attorney General Bill Lockyer alleged in the suit. The levels were "well above" that which requires a warning to consumers under California law, he alleged.
Jeffrey Margulies, a lawyer representing six of the retailers, said his clients are concerned they are the targets of lawsuits aimed at products they don't manufacture and are trying to cooperate with Lockyer to determine which products are a problem and what can be done.
"As retailers, obviously the companies are deeply concerned about the welfare of their customers, but they are not currently aware of any hazard posed by the jewelry," Margulies said.
The jewelry is sold under brand names including Nine West (Macy's), Orion (Burlington), Claire's, Worthington (J.C. Penney), Juststyle (Kmart), Thalia (Kmart), Nadri (Nordstrom), Eitenne V (Nordstrom), Apostrophe (Sears), Mainframe (Sears), No Boundaries (Wal-Mart), French Laundry (Mervyn's) and Xhilaration (Target).
Lockyer's suit was spurred by the Oakland-based Center for Environmental Health, which said it planned to sue 43 retailers for inadequate lead warnings. State law requires the attorney general and county prosecutors must first decline to act before a private lawsuit can be filed.
The jewelry includes necklaces made with plastic cords and metal jewelry made with low-grade tin, both containing lead, the center said. It said lead contamination is a particular concern if women or children chew on the cords or metal parts.
The suit asks a judge to prohibit the stores from selling the jewelry in California without providing the required warning about lead exposure, and asks for civil penalties of up to $2,500 for each violation."
Fourteen Carrots Handcrafted Jewelry
Thursday, August 03, 2006
Celebrity Jewelry - Kristin Kreuk
Actress Kristin Kreuk who plays Lana Lang on The WB's television show Smallville is wearing Smokey Quartz Ear Thread Earrings by Fourteen Carrots Jewelry. As seen on TV promotional trailers and in the show's opening credits. Click Here to see pictures of Kristin Kreuk wearing Fourteen Carrots Jewelry.
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
Celebrity Jewelry - Emily VanCamp
Actress Emily VanCamp who plays Amy Abbott on The WB's television show Everwood is wearing Indian Red Swarovski Crystal Hoop Earrings by Fourteen Carrots Jewelry. As seen in People Magazine and TV Guide Magazine 2005. Click Here to see pictures of Emily VanCamp wearing Fourteen Carrots Jewelry.
Tuesday, August 01, 2006
July '06 Drawing Winner!
Congratulations to Dani who won this pair of handcrafted earrings in the Fourteen Carrots Jewelry July '06 drawing.
If you would like to enter my monthly drawing to win a pair of handcrafted earrings click here for details.
Please visit my website at www.14carrotsjewelry.com for more handcrafted artisan jewelry.
If you would like to enter my monthly drawing to win a pair of handcrafted earrings click here for details.
Please visit my website at www.14carrotsjewelry.com for more handcrafted artisan jewelry.
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