Jewellery care
We all need a little love every now and then, you're jewellery is no exception.
EVERYDAY CARE
Metal and stones are tough, but they aren't indestructible, so it's best to take care of them.
Some chemicals like perfumes, make up, chlorine and cleaning products can damage the finish on your jewellery. It's best to put your jewellery on as the last step in your routine and to take it off when doing the dishes, swimming, showering, working out etc.
This will ensure it keeps it's sparkle for the long run.
CLEANING YOUR JEWELLERY
The best way to clean your jewellery - and the method I use in the workshop - is warm soapy water and a soft toothbrush.
Let your piece soak for a few minutes in warm water with a *little* dish washing detergent and then give it a light scrub with a toothbrush - particularly behind the stones.
Dry it off with a soft towel or polishing cloth.
CARING FOR YOUR OPAL
Ethiopian opals are very porous and can change colour when submerged in water.
If this has happened, take a hair dryer on a low setting and gently hover it over the stone (about 10-15cm distance) until the opal has come back to it's original vibrancy.