First Birthday Party Hats Recalled by Creative Expressions 

Name of Product: Children’s Party Hats

Units: About 43,100

Distributor: Creative Expressions, of Indianapolis, Ind.

Hazard: Foil fringe glued to the bottom edge of the party hats can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Description: The paper party hats involved in this recall measure 6.5-inches high by 4.5-inches wide and are cone shaped. The blue paper hats have “1st” printed on the front and blue foil fringe glued to the bottom.

Sold at: Party and discount department stores nationwide from February 2005 through May 2007 for about $4.

Remedy: Consumers should discard the hats immediately and contact Creative Expressions to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Creative Expressions at (800) 428-5017 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at http://www.ceg4party.com/recall.html