HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE / ADVERTISING SECTION
Select safe toys for children
Children look forward to opening
their holiday presents all year . However , there are some things to keep in mind to make sure gifts are safe and appropriate . PlaySafe . org from The Toy Association is offering the following guidance :
Avoid shady sellers . That low priced toy may not actually be “ a good deal .” A recent survey commissioned by The Toy Association of U . S . parents who are their household ’ s primary toy purchaser revealed that 71 percent of parents whose kids get holiday gifts from grandparents who shop online aren ’ t completely confident that their elders know how to ensure that toys are from verified sellers . In the same survey , 19 percent of parents report that their child has received a knock-off toy that was bought online .
Parents should talk to gift purchasers about sticking with verified sellers . This includes buying directly from brand websites or by following provided links to official retailers selling a brand ’ s products .
Follow age recommendations . Playing with toys above a child ’ s age grade can lead to misuse and possible injury . However , 26 percent of parents in The Toy Association survey report that their kid has received a toy which was meant for kids who were older . Pay special attention to age grading on product labels and encourage family members who are also toy shopping to do the same . These are not suggestions , they ’ re firm recommendations made by safety experts based on childhood developmental stages . Find this information on labels and in product descriptions . If it ’ s not available , it could mean the toy is illicit . Pay attention to toys labeled 3 +. Toys labeled 3 + may contain small parts that can be a choking hazard for children under 3 or kids who still mouth toys . While these items often make great gifts for older kids , they should be stowed away after playtime to keep younger siblings safe . Not sure if a toy is small enough to be hazardous ? Consider getting a Small Parts Tester to test toys and other small household objects .
Monitor playtime . Kids find ways to play with things that are not toys , including objects that can be very dangerous if accidentally swallowed . The holiday season may introduce new curiosities to the house ( e . g . batteries , high-powered magnets , decorations , medications from visiting family members ). On the other hand , there is a federal law that requires batteries in toys to be kept inaccessible , thanks to the use of a locking mechanism . ( StatePointMedia )
Add lighting to holiday wish list
Spending more time at home working , learning and simply living ? The holiday season is the perfect opportunity to gift your household with lighting that enhances the feel and function of your spaces .
To take advantage of the best deals of the season , create your “ lighting wishlist ” in advance of Cyber Monday .
Bath & Vanity : Create a serene bathroom oasis capturing the old and the new . Featuring a clean , precise design , the Hansford Collection ’ s four-light bath and vanity bracket with an Antique Bronze finish lends itself to farmhouse , coastal or industrial interiors . For a modern , yet timeless look , consider the Carisa Collection ’ s three-light Vintage Gold Bath light . Its metallic finish supports glossy white glass globes .
Ceiling Fans : Add expansive design to great rooms , living rooms and bedrooms with statement-making ceiling fans . The Springer Collection 60-inch 12-Blade Distressed Walnut Coastal Windmill fan , inspired by the form and function of a windmill , has an architectural bronze finish ideal for farmhouse , industrial and transitional interior settings . For sophisticated , modern design , consider the Glandon Collection 60-inch fan , which has full-range dimming and reversible blades in driftwood and walnut .
Chandeliers : Complement rustic and modern farmhouse home décor in hallways , foyers and great rooms , as well as urban industrial and coastal interior settings , with the four-light linear chandelier of the Gulliver Collection . Its three circular bands wrap together for an open design . Dual-toned frame color combinations of graphite feature weathered gray accents . Or , create a soft , muted glow with the four-light black chandelier in the Durrell Collection . Inside the sailcloth linen shade nestle light bases on gently curved arms coated in a beautiful finish .
Close-to-Ceiling : A new category of vintage modern fixtures takes center stage with this convertible fixture in the Debut Collection . Delicate details in a graphite finish create a statement-making focal piece for a variety of interiors -- whether mounted flush to the ceiling or chain-hung -- for a fitting stage to feature nostalgic , vintage lamps . For rustic flair , consider a close-to-ceiling fixture in the Durrell Collection featuring a round opencage frame coated in a farmhouse-style matte black finish . ( StatePointMedia )
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