OUt with the old in with the new…..we don’t keep lights over 5 years old and even then hubby double checks every plug, bulb and connection, can’t be too cautious

Since the kids moved out, we haven’t bothered with Xmas decorations. We had our grandson fir Xmas 2018 and I did purchase some cheap decorations for the occasion. No dramas had

I refuse to buy anything with button batteries except a watch….all of them have them. I was going to buy a gorgeous toddler toy but couldn’t read some of the tiny printing on the packing. I took it to a staff member and asked what size batteries it took. It went back on the shelf. Toys in this household have to be at least AAA, preferably AA and the backs very tight fitting, preferably with small screws that need a philips head screwdriver.

yes our standards are high for a good reason! spend that extra money and be safe

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  • • mom93821 replied
    • 22 Dec 2017 , 1:40 pm

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  I agree – it is just not worth the risk to cut corners and save dollars.

Definitely a situation where Australian made is best.

We don’t use Christmas lights because of the fire danger.

When in doubt just avoid decorations that need electricity or fire 😉

For several years I haven’t had a Christmas tree as I don’t trust my youngest around it. But the years I did do a Christmas tree I always chose not to add lights and wires at all.

We are very careful and always buy only quality decorations and only one extra addition for the Christmas tree every year.

ban them from sale here, simple

Always ensure any products meet the Australian safety standards!

Better to spend a little bit more for items that are safe and secure.