"Was Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations recalled?"

Q: "Was Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations recalled?"

"Yes. CPSC recall #16186 was issued on 2016-06-02. The \"Slider Bracelet\" in the jewelry making kit contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues."

LaRose Industries Recalls Cra-Z-Jewelz Ultimate Gem Jewelry Machine Due to Violation of Lead Standard

Source: CPSC Recall #16186

Recall Date

2016-06-02

Manufacturer

LaRose Industries, of Randolph, N.J.

Units Affected

About 175,000

Products Involved

Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations

Hazard

The "Slider Bracelet" in the jewelry making kit contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take these recalled products away from children and contact LaRose for instructions to receive a full refund.

Reported Injuries

None reported

Sold At

Kmart, Toys R Us, Walmart and other retailers sold the Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine from August 2015 through April 2016 for $30. Toys R Us, Walmart and other retailers sold the Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Gem Charm and Slider Bracelets from August 2015 through April 2016 for $10. Target stores sold the My Look Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine from August 2015 through April 2016 for $30.

Manufactured In

China

Full Recall Description

This recall involves two models of LaRose's Jewelz Gem Creations jewelry making kit and one refill product. The UPC code is printed on the outside of the product box and on the bottom of the "Gem Machine." Product Name Item# - UPC Code Purpose Sold at Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine UPC #884920174504 Jewelry Making Kit Retailers, including Kmart, Toys R Us and Walmart Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Gem Charm and Slider Bracelets UPC #884920174849 Refill Components for the Jewelry Making Kit Retailers, including Toys R Us and Walmart My Look Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine UPC #884920466340 Jewelry Making Kit Target

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Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28