How To Care For Your Handmade Jewelry

Arte Designs guarantees quality handmade jewelry, but like any product; jewelry can be damaged and will not last long if proper care is not taken. Here is some information to help you care for your Arte Designs jewelry.

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- One good rule to always remember, jewelry should be the last thing you put on when you're getting dressed (this includes perfumes and lotions) and it should be the first thing you take off when you're getting undressed.

- When you're not wearing your jewelry, always store it in a cool, dry place. It should also be stored separately from your other jewelry to avoid scratching the pieces. (zip lock bags or jewelry boxes work great). Arte Designs includes a gift box with every order.

- It is natural for sterling silver to taint over time. Keeping your sterling silver jewelry stored in an airtight zip lock bag will help prevent some tarnishing. Sterling silver is meant to be worn and your body oils will also help prevent tarnishing. However, you will still need to polish your sterling silver.

- Never, never sleep, shower, do dishes, swim, or clean with your jewelry on. Chlorine, salt water, household cleaners, detergents, and lotions can cause discoloration. They can also loosen your gemstones and increase your risk of losing your jewelry down the drain.

- To clean sterling silver, we recommend polishing your pieces with a non-scratch micro-abrasive polishing cloth. You can purchase one here from Arte Designs for only $3.00.

- You may also use soap and water on your silver pieces, just remember to use a soft cloth to dry them off. Never use paper towels, tissue paper, or toilet paper to dry off jewelry. These things are abrasive and will scratch your jewelry.

- For gemstones and pearls, we recommend using a damp cloth (with water) to gently wipe the pieces. Never use ultrasonic cleaners and chemicals on gemstones and pearls. Never immerse them in water, especially if the gemstones are in a setting, they can become loose. Also, never use a silver polishing cloth on your gemstones and pearls.

- Feather jewelry should be stored separately from your other jewelry and either on a flat surface (the jewelry box we provide works great) or you may hang up your feather jewelry to prevent them from getting bent. If you need to clean them, we recommend using water only and let them air dry.

If you have any questions about caring for your jewelry, please don't hesitate to contact us. Thank you!

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