Michaels Stores Recalls Ashland Brand Glass Vase Due to Laceration Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #12040
Recall Date
2011-11-15
Manufacturer
Michaels Stores Inc. of Irving, Tex.
Units Affected
About 28,000 in the U.S. and 1,800 in Canada
Products Involved
Ashland™ Glass Vase
Hazard
The glass vases can break or fracture when a consumer picks them up, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should 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, handle the vase with care.
Reported Injuries
The firm has received four reports of the vase shattering, causing lacerations to the hands for all four. One person had surgery, two got stitches.
Sold At
Michaels Arts & Crafts Stores from January 2008 through October 2011 for about $20.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
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.
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