EU Safety Information:

Manufacturer: Miriam Hamilton, 22a Crossbost, Lochs, Isle of Lewis, HS29NP

Safety Warnings:

(for full technical details please visit https://www.westernislesdesigns.co.uk/eusafetyinformation)

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Jewellery and buttons can be stylish and fun, but they do come with some potential hazards. Here are a few to be aware of:

1. Allergic Reactions: Nickel is a common allergen found in many earrings. Allergic reactions can cause itching, redness, swelling, and even blisters. Our earrings and other jewellery findings are 925 sterling silver or silver plated and nickel, cadmium and lead free 

2. Physical Trauma: Earrings can get caught on clothing, hair, or other objects, causing pain or even tearing of the earlobe. Take care when wearing earrings that they do not catch on scarves, hair or other loose items 

3. Embedded Earrings: Heavy or improperly fitted earrings can cause the piercing to migrate, leading to the earring becoming embedded in the skin. Ensure you only wear earrings that are a comfortable weight for your ears

4. Toxic Substances: Some jewellery may contain harmful substances like lead or cadmium, which can be toxic if they come into contact with your skin or if ingested. We only use sterling silver or silver plated jewellery findings which do not contain any toxic substances 

5. Choking risk: small children and babies could choke on small parts, ensure children and babies do not have access to jewellery. Buttons should be sewn on securely so they do not come off and pose a choking risk. Buttons should be stored out of the reach of children 

6. Ceramic Shards: ceramic pieces can break and create sharp shards, due care should be taken when handling my pieces to ensure they are not dropped to reduce this risk