Skacel Collection Recalls FlipStix Knitting Needles Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8692.
This recall involves US 6 (4.0mm diameter) FlipStix in 6" and 8" long knitting needles. The knitting needles have aluminum shafts that are tapered at both ends. The long shaft holds the active (unsecured) stitches of the fabric, to prevent them from unravelling, whereas the tapered ends are used to form new stitches. The knitting needles were sold in blue, red and yellow combination packages. There are five needles per pack.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8692.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knitting needles and contact the store where purchased for a full refund in the form of a store voucher.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Independent Yarn Stores Nationwide From November 2018 Through August 2019 For About $20. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8692.
Skacel Collection at 800-255-1278 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recall@skacelknitting.com or online at www.skacelknitting.com/FlipStix_US6_Recall_Info for more information.
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Independent Yarn Stores Nationwide From November 2018 Through August 2019 For About $20. Recall FAQ
Independent Yarn Stores Nationwide From November 2018 Through August 2019 For About $20. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Skacel Collection Recalls FlipStix Knitting Needles Due to Laceration Hazard. The notice was published on November 6, 2019 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 270 units are potentially affected.