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Crate and Barrel Recalls Shag Rugs Due to Fire Hazard

tdsollog — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:22:34 -0700

Crate and Barrel Recalls Shag Rugs Due to Fire Hazard

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 10, 2008
Release #08-301

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 451-8217
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Firm's Media Contact: Harvey Silverstone, 847-239-6111

Crate and Barrel Recalls Shag Rugs Due to Fire Hazard

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: "Remy" Shag Rugs

Units: About 5,100

Importer: Crate and Barrel, of Northbrook, Ill.

Hazard: The large rugs fail to meet federal standards for flammability and could ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The small rugs fail to meet federal labeling requirements. Small rugs are not required to meet the federal flammability standard; however, they are required to be permanently labeled with the following statement: "FLAMMABLE
(FAILS U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE STANDARD FF 2-70): SHOULD NOT BE USED NEAR SOURCES OF IGNITION."

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves the "Remy" shag rugs with SKU numbers listed below. The rugs are made of cotton jersey. The large rugs measure 5' by 8' and 2.5' by 7'. The small rugs measure 5' round, 2' by 3', 4' by 6'. "Remy" and the SKU number can be found on the back of the product label.

Large Rugs

SKU Color Size
0303-550 Red 5x8
0304-301 Red 2.5x7
0245-860 White 5x8
0301-868 White 2.5x7

Small Rugs

SKU Color Size
0303-224 Red 4x6
0302-295 Red 2x3
0245-852 White 4x6
0245-801 White 2x3
481750 White 5' round

Sold at: Crate and Barrel retail stores nationwide, its online retailer, and through its catalogue from January 2007 through April 2008 for between $50 and $300.

Manufactured in: India

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rugs. Consumers with large rugs should contact Crate and Barrel to arrange pick up of their rugs and obtain a full refund. Consumers with small rugs should contact Crate and Barrel to obtain a new label including warning information or a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Crate and Barrel at (800) 451-8217 between 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT seven days a week, or visit the firm's Web site at www.crateandbarrel.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08301.html

Rugs From Crate & Barrel: Which do you like best? new views added

haze — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:18:01 -0700

I've been doing a little [okay - a lot] of pre-shopping on Crate & Barrel's website, focusing on a rug for our living room. The room has very odd dimensions, being 27' long and only 11' wide, so I've decided to go with an area rug. Sizes seem to be very limited in the styles that I find most attractive and so I've put Photoshop to work to see which would work best in my room.

This is probably the hardest of the decisions that I have to make in putting my prize money to work so I really appreciate your help. Below are the 3 front runners. Please let me know - which do you like best?

Andalou: 6x9: $299.00

Andalou: 6x9: View 2

Genesis: 4x6: $199.99

Genesis: 4x6: View 2

Kim also gave me the idea of possibly getting two. I could fix them together as Casa once suggested. This would give me a 4 x 12, which could also work very well.

Genesis: Take Two for $398

Genesis: Take Two: View 2

Stella: 4x6: $199.99

In addition to this rug, I am also planning on selecting a solid, off white rug (sixe 30 x 50") for our guest room and 2 new Euro-size pillows to fit the shams of our new bedding in the master bedroom.

Since we have so many stores in our mostly local area, I'm going to call ahead and make sure they have what I want in stock. We'll save gas and this should also make my husband happy - not having to drive from the outlet in Cranberry, NJ to Bridgewater Commons.

The Best Rest Ever

armyofrobots — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 15:03:25 -0800

Quoting my BF:

"Crate and Barrel catalogue image of Bento BedOur messed-up seven-year-old IKEA bed has finally bit the dust. The mattress springs were all shot and twisted, and the slats were either broken or fallen through. Point is, we've needed a new bed for a while, and I finally ponied up and bought one. We got a Crate and Barrel BENTO bed, which is a slat bed built eintirely of pressed cured bamboo--which will not break or splinter under us. And a nice Seaman's BeautyRest on top of it--so now Humfrey-Bear, the Ugly Dolls, and Paul and Emily have a nice new place to cuddle in. It's been a long job--getting rid of lots of old t shirts (donated eight bags to the Salvation Army today) and cleaning up the bedroom but it's mostly DONE."

CB2 coming to NY!

divagwendolyn — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 12:55:01 -0700

i love shopping at CB2, but it's always online. lucky me to be working on the road and running into a lady who works for Crate and Barrel. so during our conversation about business and the home market, i mention that i live in new york. then she says, "I'm going to be there next week to check on our new store opening in November."

I almost screamed right there! i am so excited about this store opening and i can't say enough about it. so here's the skinny for the new york peeps: November 6th at 451 Broadway and Grand St.

it's on my calendar!

Butterfly Ornaments from Crate and Barrel

RCLdesigngirl — Fri, 15 Dec 2006 08:45:49 -0800

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Butterfly Ornaments

I tried to post these cute ornaments as a Fab Find, but the picture wouldn't download from the Crate and Barrel site. FYI: Crate and Barrel and its sister company CB2 have really cute, fun decorations and ornaments for Christmas.
Butterfly Ornaments
$23.85

Beautiful handmade butterflies take wing to alight on your holiday tree. The natural shapes are embellished with a sophisticated gold and chocolate color palette and sparkling beads to rival nature's finery.

crate barrel glasses

bhustle — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 21:43:50 -0700

love crate and barrel but some of the glasses are not all that great they've been cracking just cuz lately (4)

Off to Market: Kitchen Island

partysugar — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 06:50:52 -0800

OK readers, I'm moving into my new kitchen this week, and I need your help finding the perfect kitchen island. There's a large space between the fridge and cabinets. If I leave it empty, it will be wasted space, but if I get a portable work station, it will be more counter space! Can you help me search the Internet for kitchen islands? Although I would love something with a chopping block on top, go ahead and bookmark everything you find. Save the islands in the Off to Market group in the YumSugar community - that way I can share them with everyone.

I appreciate your assistance and can't wait to check out your discoveries. Interested in learning more about bookmarking? Read the complete instructions here. Need shopping inspiration? See a list of my favorite online stores after the break.

Nice Christmas decorations but a little pricey

Monique Marie — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 06:53:41 -0800

If money is no object, here are some cool decorations but a little pricey. I prefer to either make my own decorations like the Penguin ornament that I put up or make something out of food so I can eat it later, LOL.

1. Cheers Stocking

Price: $24.95 at Crate & BarrelI love the bright, cheerful colors! Plus, this stocking looks big enough to hold all kinds of goodies! The Cheers collection has other co-ordinating pieces, too, like a tree skirt, toss pillow, and adorable ornaments.

2. Pickle Ornament

Price: $5.95 at Crate & BarrelIn keeping with the old German tradition, the first child to find the pickle ornament on the tree on Christmas morning earned a special extra gift. Start or continue this tradition with your own family with this sweet little green glass gherkin, imported from Germany (where else?).

3. Over-sized Twig Reindeer

Price: $99 at Pottery BarnAvailable in bronze or silver finish, these leggy, twiggy reindeer add a simple touch to your holiday décor. Add a pair to your hearth or foyer for subtle holiday joy!

4. Advent Calendar

Price: $149 at Pottery BarnAdd a touch of shabby, country-cottage charm while counting down the days to Christmas! I love the little doors, perfect for hiding a special holiday treat each day. The base is open, great for storing holiday cards, pens, and candy canes.

5. Vintage Hand-blown Glass Ornaments

Price: $16.49 – 21.99 at Restoration HardwareTwo sizes, two rich shades, four unique shapes, all kinds of elegance. I love the rich ruby red and golden topaz hues, ideal for display in a shallow dish or for hanging on the tree, balustrade, or mantle.

6. Eucalyptus Pepperberry Garland

Price: $39.49 at Restoration HardwareFaux pepperberries and silvery eucalyptus attached to flexible, long-lasting twigs for your mantle, balustrade, tree, table, or anywhere else you want a touch of the outdoors in the warmth of your home. Pair with ivory candles or your most elegant ornaments for a sumptuous, original decoration.

7. Magnolia Pomegranate Wreath

Price: $34.49 – 64.49 at Restoration HardwareAvailable in three convenient sizes for every decorating purpose, this wreath can hang on a door, in an entryway, above the fireplace, or sit on a table.

8. Nambe Christmas Sleight with Reindeer

Price: $225 at Macy’sSimple, elegant lines abound with these two grazing silver-alloy reindeer and their acacia-wood sleigh. Spare in detail but charming and sweet. A perfect centerpiece or a magnificent hostess gift!

9. Christmas on the Cape Wreath

Price: $53.99 at TargetDo you winter in Maine, or only wish you could? This pretty wreath features ocean creatures, like seashells and starfish, mingling with evergreen and other traditional Christmas greenery.

10. Sequin Wreath

Price: $35 at Pier OneGlitter and glamour! Sequins in every jewel hue, shining on and on all holiday long! Greet guests with the ultimate wreath to inspire giddy good cheer!

11. Pomegranate Feather Swag

Price: $46.99 at Pottery BarnHang it in the fall and keep it up all winter long. I love this swag, featuring real feather and pinecones, accented with faux pomegranates, leaves, and berries.
See? A little something for every décor.

Delilicious: Sweet Inspiration For Your Halloween Bash

LilSugar — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 06:00:34 -0700

Double, double toil and trouble...If you're preparing for a household Halloween bash get some sweet backup and inspiration from gourmet mixes and cookie cutters. Stores like Williams-Sonoma, Crate & Barrel, Target and drugstores are fully stocked with scary and silly Halloween shapers that will add that extra pizzazz to your kiddie soiree spread.

I adore this Halloween cookie cutter set ($20 for 5), which can be used year after year. Even if you don't purchase dessert makings, a quick trip in the store can be great inspiration for your own homemade Halloween treats.

Christmas came early this year -- Thanks so much, CasaSugar!

haze — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 08:00:44 -0700

Back on August 21, 2008 I was one of two lucky winners in CasaSugar's Summer Style Contest. The prize was a $500.00 gift card to Crate & Barrel and I was practically torturing myself by pre-shoppping on the Crate & Barrel website since then.

Well the gift card arrived, via FedEx, on Tuesday, September 2, and it was almost like it was burning a hole in my pocket. So yesterday I took a trip to the store in King of Prussia.

Let me tell you it was almost like Christmas. The staff at the store was very cordial and interested so it really was a lot of fun. Here are the pics of my loot. Yes - I'm still stoked!!!

Details. Details.
My biggest and bestest prize has to be the Genesis rug! I chose a single 4x6 after unrolling a bolt of fabric in the room and truly experiencing the lengthening effects of a longer area rug in the space. Seriously, the room does not need to be any longer. Too: I LOVE the colors of the rug and the circle pattern repeats throughout the room. I'm currently adjusting the placement by inches but both my husband and I adore the look and feel.

I also picked up a 2x3' Kiran rug for our guest room. I adore the color and the texture of the woven jute. I'm just not thrilled with the size. Honestly, a 30x50" would have been the perfect fit but those are rather hard to come by.

More prezzies...

Not Shown
2 Euro pillows that are being shipped out of the warehouse in Cranberry, NJ.

My favorites out of all of this are the appetizer spoons and the Helsinki platter. That is totally gorgeous. It reminds me of ice.

More
I'm frequently disappointed by the merchandise carried by other retailers, similar to Crate & Barrel. In most cases it all looks wonderful and just so but I am often left down by the quality after closer in-home inspection and repeated use of the purchased goods. I don't find that to be the case with the wonderful goodies that I got from Crate & Barrel. The quality is very good, considering the price point, and in the case of most of my purchases, exceeds my expectations.

If I had to focus on one factor that made this shopping trip more of a fun adventure, I would have to point to the staff. Their comittment to customer service is evident and each and every person on the floor was willing to stop their task and take the time to assist me in my search for the perfect prizes. More they were intrigued and did not seem suspicious of my rather odd sort of shopping behavior that normally would have set off bells, potentially marking me as a possible shoplifter.

Picture this:
I have my hierarchical list in hand and I am eager to take care of the big things first. The two rugs and two pillows amounted to $310.00 which left me with an additional $190.00 to spend. Of course the bottom of my list was peppered with possibilities - the appetizer spoons and Helsinki platter, being among them. So I'm more or less twittering back and forth between aisles of merchandise: from serving pieces to kitchen gadgets to utensils and tools. Anyone in retail will tell you that this is a behavior that is usually indicative of a problem.

After spending 12 years in retail I am very much aware of this so I was not surprised when an associate approached me and engaged me in a bit of conversation. But the difference that sets this sales person apart from the pack is that he was interested in hearing what I had to say and I was not prejudged on the basis of my flitting about. Once he found out that I had won this fabulous prize, he promptly issued me an invitation to ask him for any assitance and informed all other sales people in his area that I was "having fun" with my prize.

I'm telling you, if Crate & Barrel could bottle this formula for making a potentially "difficult customer" happy they could sell it by the case and make a fortune.

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crate barrel glasses

Off to Market: Kitchen Island

Nice Christmas decorations but a little pricey

If money is no object, here are some cool decorations but a little pricey. I prefer to either make my own decorations like the Penguin ornament that I put up or make something out of food so I can eat it later, LOL.

1. Cheers Stocking

2. Pickle Ornament

3. Over-sized Twig Reindeer

4. Advent Calendar

5. Vintage Hand-blown Glass Ornaments

6. Eucalyptus Pepperberry Garland

7. Magnolia Pomegranate Wreath

8. Nambe Christmas Sleight with Reindeer

9. Christmas on the Cape Wreath

10. Sequin Wreath

11. Pomegranate Feather Swag

Delilicious: Sweet Inspiration For Your Halloween Bash

Christmas came early this year -- Thanks so much, CasaSugar!

Rugs From Crate & Barrel: Which do you like best? new views added