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Barry’s Bedside Good Luck Charm

Did you watch the Emmy Awards on Sunday night? If you did, then you likely saw the show’s touching tribute in honor of the legendary Dick Clark. As a part of the tribute to Clark, singer (and pop culture icon) Barry Manilow performed “Bandstand Boogie,” the theme from Dick Clark’s “American Bandstand.” Shortly after Manilow finished his song he embraced Clark and they exited the stage. But, only a few minutes later Manilow was back front and center to accept an Emmy for outstanding individual performance in a variety or music program for a show he did on PBS. Manilow’s … Continue reading →

Reebok Recalls Bracelet Linked to Child’s Lead Poisoning Death

March 23, 2006 Release #06-119 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 994-6260 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Reebok Heart-Shaped Charm Bracelets There are approximately 300,000 units They have been imported by Reebok International Ltd., of Canton, Mass. Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead, posing a … Continue reading →

Metal Charms Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard to Children

February 21, 2006 Release #06-093 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 955-9490 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Art Accentz(tm) Changlz(tm) Metal Charms There are approximately 29,000 units Importer: Provo Craft & Novelty Inc., of Spanish Fork, Utah. Hazard: The recalled charms contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of … Continue reading →

A New Look at Stenciling

While some people find stenciling tired or overdone, the key is subtlety. Subtle designs and very subtle colors will give your items a custom touch without that overdone feel. While ivy all over everything has been done to death, there are some nice contemporary stencils available. There are also many different types and colors of fabric paint offered that you can use to give plain fabric treatments some sparkle. You can also add an interesting design to furniture pieces, cabinetry, and walls. Stenciling is a great way to help tie pieces together even if they wouldn’t otherwise go together. While … Continue reading →

Decorating with Placemats

Placemats don’t exactly seem exciting, do they? Wait until you learn about all the decor elements you can create from them and you might change your mind. Using placemats is a fun, low-cost way to perk up almost any room. Placemats are fairly inexpensive, yet there are many varieties that are made from beautiful, luxurious fabrics. Since they don’t require much fabric to make, they can be sold at reasonable prices. You get more than great stuff for your home; you also get a good deal. Remember that many department stores and home decorating shops offer complete lines of coordinating … Continue reading →