Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Roll-Up Blinds

DATE: September 9, 2010

CATEGORY: Cribs, Beds & Furniture

COMPANY/BRAND: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores

THE DANGER: Strangulation can occur when the lifting loop slides off the side of the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop, or if a child places his/her neck between the lifting loop and the roll-up blind material.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves about 1,800 bamboo roll-up blinds with valances. The blinds were sold in two sizes: 36"x72" and 48"x72."

SOLD AT: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores nationwide between April 2009 and December 2009. The 36"x72" blinds were sold for $25 and the 48"x72" blinds for $30.

WHAT TO DO: Immediately stop using the roll-up blinds and return the product to the nearest Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores for a full refund. For more information, contact Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores toll-free at (888) 739-4120 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email guest.services@Jo-Ann.com or visit Jo-Ann.com