Jewellery Care Guide

Each piece I create is handmade with love and care, crafted to last—but like anything special, it deserves a little TLC from time to time.

All jewellery may lose its sparkle or tarnish over time—hopefully because you love it and wear it so much! This is totally natural and happens from contact with lotions, potions, sweat, and our skin’s unique chemistry.  Every now and then, your piece just needs a little freshen-up.

In no way do I claim to be an expert, but these are the methods I personally use (and recommend!) to care for my jewellery:

Method 1: Soapy Water & Polishing Cloth...

Soak your piece gently in warm, soapy water to loosen any debris.

Use a soft toothbrush with light strokes if needed.

Pat dry with a soft cloth and finish with your polishing cloth to bring back the shine.

Method 2: Bicarb & Alfoil (Nan’s Favourite!)

A tried-and-true method passed down through generations:

• Line a small bowl with aluminium foil, shiny side up.

• Add your jewellery, sprinkle with a teaspoon of bicarb soda, and pour hot (not boiling) water over it until submerged.

• Watch the fizz do its magic as it lifts the tarnish away.

• Sprinkle a little extra bicarb as needed.

• Rinse well, pat dry, and finish with your polishing cloth.

Method 3: Jewellery Pin Polisher

This is the method I use in the studio before packaging each piece.

A tumbling process with tiny stainless-steel pins gently smooths and polishes the silver, giving it that soft glow and sparkle you see when it arrives in your gift box.

Polishing Cloth

You’ll receive a polishing cloth with every purchase—my way of saying thank you for all your support.

Lightly rub over the silver, being careful not to bend or move any fine wires or delicate details—too much movement may cause breakage, and we don’t want that!

Do not wash the cloth—just keep using it until it’s fully darkened.

 

Now pop on your favourite piece and brighten up your day all over again.

Cheers, D.

My Final Tip:

If you treat your jewellery with a little care and love, it will journey with you for many years to come—becoming more meaningful with time.