Michaels Recalls Ashland Brand Glass Vase

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission in cooperation with Michaels Stores Inc. of Irving, TX announced Nov. 15 a voluntary recall of the Ashland™ Glass Vase.

About 28,000 vases were sold in the United States exclusively at Michaels Arts & Crafts Stores from January 2008 through October 2011 for about $20. The glass vases can break or fracture when a consumer picks them up, posing a laceration hazard. Michaels has received four reports of the vase shattering, causing lacerations to the hands for all four. One person had surgery; two got stitches. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission did not provide any information about the fourth person.

The vase is rectangular and made of clear glass. It is 12 inches tall, 8 inches wide and 2.5 inches deep. The SKU number "425827" and UPC number "6-927619-661665" are printed on a label on the bottom of the vase, according to a press release issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The product was manufactured in China.

Consumers are being told to stop using the vase and return it to a Michaels Arts & Crafts store for a full refund. To avoid the risk of breakage and possible injury, consumers are instructed to handle the vase with care. For additional information, contact Michaels at (800) 642-4235 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday or visit the firm's website at michaels.com.

Michaels stores in the area are located in Downers Grove, Geneva and Naperville.

Consumers are advised to stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.