We’re only clear on one thing, we still can’t sell used items that exceed the lead limitations effective February 10, 2009, only now it is solely our responsibility to discern which items qualify. Nothing has changed. Thanks so much CPSC and Congress for responding to our industry’s call for help. I’m so glad you’re on my payroll. Now if the media could just lay off the stories saying everything is fine and really read the “clarification,” we could continue seeking real answers. Don’t believe everything you read. The Feds have not cleared up anything, only clouded it further. There has been NO change to the law, no exception, no exemption, no ruling, No Kidding.
Reusing Does Not Trash The Planet! April 18, 2008
Thanks to all our customers for doing their part!
Living Green is all over the media… well that and impending recession. We all want what is best for our children’s future. So… here’s a few more things to think about in our daily lives as we putter along.
- Give Blood! According to the Florida Blood Services current blood supplies are LOW. Visit FBS for information on where to donate.
- Donate used eyeglasses. I contacted Vision Works and they have a drop off box for used eyeglasses and I believe Lens Crafters does also.
- Recycle your old cell phone. Here are a few links for donating cell phones, although most cell phone stores have drop off places.
- This one is for my husband : ) Stop the styrofoam coffee cup addiction! Bring your own coffee mug and reuse it!
- Skimp on the plastic bags… This one is my pet peeves! When grocery shopping I really have to stress to please fill my bags full. There is nothing I hate more than just one or two things in a plastic bag!
- I’m still working on this one and it’s a hard habit for me to break. Maybe I’m just preoccupied when I’m paying, but NO, I don’t need a plastic bag for a book and a bottle of children’s Tylenol. Silly me.
Don’t forget… We’re giving our fabulous green Wallabies Kids totes free with any purchase on Earth Day, April 22!
Going Green this Spring! March 31, 2008
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More Recalls Announced October 26, 2007
At Wallabies Kids we receive daily email updates from the Consumer Product Safety Commission regarding product recalls. In the past few days there have been several more toy recalls due to lead paint and the announcement of a voluntary recall of Bumbo seats due to reports of head injuries. These accidents have apparently happened when the caregivers of the injured children put the seats on raised surfaces such as counter tops and tables. According to the company, the seat may be safely used as stated in the manual, on the ground (but should also not be used in the bath).
Consumers can contact Bumbo International at (877) 932-8626 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. eastern time, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.bumbosafety.com. The company will send you a label for your Bumbo and a new instruction sheet.
NOTE: We will not be taking Bumbo seats without the new label. If you need assistance in obtaining a label, please contact us.
Recalls from CPSC can be accessed from the government website at www.cpsc.gov or directly from our website, under RECALLS, at www.wallabieskids.com.
The safety of your child is our main priority! Please let us know if we can assist you in looking up any item for recall information.
Camping…or something like it August 30, 2007
All my son wanted for his 10th birthday party was to go camping with some friends. We chose the perfect spot, Starkey Park, where you have a choice of tent camping or renting a cabin for $15.00 a night. Hey, we’ve tent camped plenty of times, this time we’re going upscale. Each cabin can sleep 8, if you opt for the bunks; however, we brought our own air mattresses. I have to say, the cabins were so clean and roomy. Yes, it’s Florida, so it’s hot, there are bugs, and the racoons are just waiting for you to finish dinner so they can have your leftovers. At least there was some rain prior to our weekend, so we were able to have a small fire and roast marshmallows. Every year local businesses set up haunted houses in these cabins around Halloween and although I’d never dare go, my now 10 year old has been. As soon as it started getting dark, the memories of those haunted houses started creeping in and all we heard for hours was, “Can we go home now?” Sure, we’ll just pack these TWO CARLOADS of stuff back up real quick and head home. Not much could appease him, not the fact that there is a lock on the door, or that mom and dad are protecting him, even that the ranger drove by about every twenty minutes. All he could think of were visions of someone from the Jaycees in a Jason mask yielding a chainsaw. Ah, well, at least we scored our first two Geocaches! That was the best part of the trip. If your family is looking for something fun to do together and at least one of you in the family can figure out how to work a handheld GPS unit, we highly recommend it! http://www.geocaching.com
Happy Birthday Baby! Next year we’ll do a hotel!
Fashion it for Safety, the awww factor! July 27, 2007
When You have 15 kids lined up show off their stuff in front of a crowd, should you worry? Apparently not! What an amazing group of kids! These little ones, and not so little, ranged from just 18 months to 11 years old and they acted like pros. There were some pretty special moments, like little 4 year old Evan, who blew mom a kiss and said the classic, “Hi, Mom!,” then later helped another little girl, whom he had never met, on and off the stage. You can imagine his mom must be pretty proud. We had little ones who should have been totally freaked about being up in that window, but I think they could have stayed up there all day. Sweet little Chloe made the cutest little shoulder shrugs. You just wanted to scoop her up. Honestly, they all looked like model material. Those older boys looked cool as cucumbers and could give any runway model a run for their money.
Our Baby Legs were a huge hit. If you didn’t get to see them on the runway, you need to stop in and check them out. They have many uses, from the legs to the arms, as seen on Amber, who demonstrated how to wear them with short sleeved shirts to keep your arms warm when you get cold (especially in the cold classrooms, easier to toss in your backpack than a jacket). They are not just for babies! We’ll post more pictures and uses here very soon. Visit www.babylegs.net to have a look.
If you missed our Fashion Show, you can still help support our charity while getting some great back to school outfits! There are a few outfits available, the proceeds from which will go to the charity. Just stop by the store and have a look!
A huge ThAnK YoU! to all the families that participated in the show and to all our generous friends who helped make it possible! We thank you and we look forward to having Safe Kids Coalition as part of our community!
Chick lit, anyone? July 27, 2007
So, I’m just dying to reading Sophie Kinsella’s newest, Shopaholic & Baby, but I’m too frugal to go out and buy a copy. If you know the series, then you can imagine that the main character, Becky, has spent a fortune getting ready for the new baby, when she could be shopping RESALE! I wonder if they even have resale shops in London? Yes, these are the questions that keep me up at night. That and a lot of caffeine. Anyway, I found a link on the author’s website for a chance to win an autographed copy of the book! How cool would that be? Everyone, go right now and sign up. If you win, you have to let me know. I signed up, but, repeat after me, “I never win anything.” Trust me, if I win, you’ll all hear about it! http://www.randomhouse.com/bantamdell/kinsella/index.html
Welcome friends! July 27, 2007
If you know me, then you know I rarely run out of things to say. I will talk to anyone who will talk back, or those who won’t, for that matter. I just love to have conversation and the thoughts don’t stop when I’m not talking either. Don’t laugh now…if you’re reading this, you are probably like me too. You have a best friend you can yammer on the phone with about NOTHING and suddenly an hour has gone by. Whoever thought up blogging must be a talker too! I’m really enjoying reading all those mommy blogs out there and those of a few of my online friends who have resale stores too.
Check back often for news about what’s happening at Wallabies Kids! And don’t forget to leave a comment. It’ll feel almost like we’ve gotten to have a chat.
