October 25, 2007
Jo-Ann Stores is expanding its recall of children's toy garden tools. Surface paint on the handle of the toy gardening tools can contain excessive levels of lead paint, violating the federal lead paint standard.
This recall involves the Robbie Ducky children's leaf rake, hoe, broom and spade. 'Robbie Ducky Garden Collection' is printed on a tag attached to the handle. The rake has a yellow handle with the head of a tortoise and green prongs.
The hoe has an orange handle with a caterpillar and a blue blade. The broom has a purple handle with a duck and an orange brush. The spade has a yellow handle with the head of a frog and a red blade. The tools measure between 27 and 29 inches long.
The toys were sold at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores nationwide from January 2007 through September 2007 for about $7. They were made in China.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return them to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Jo-Ann Stores toll-free at (888) 739-4120 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.joann.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
