There is a law that goes goes into effect on Feb. 10, 2009 that will force Luckybug Boutique and almost every other small business that makes things for children (under 12) and babies to close up shop.
It is sad. I like what I do and I have just started to get a good customer base. And, unless congress makes changes, I will have to stop.
There are a ton of articles out there, but here is a link to a couple articles and blogs that discuss this topic.
http://www.etsy.com/storque/craftivism/handmade-childrens-items-unintended-consequences-consumer-pr-3056/
http://seekinggodknowswhat.com/2008/12/10/help-save-handmade-and-small-toy-manufacturers/
Please consider writing to your State Reps and Congressman asking them to make provisions for small businesses. Even if you don't make the products yourself, if you stop to think, you will most likely be directly affected by this law too by seeing a significant increase in prices (as competition will drop and the costs of the tests are high).
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