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How to Care for Delicate Glass Jewelry
Jewelry enthusiasts might be surprised to learn that thereâs a science behind keeping your gemstones, baubles and precious metals scratch- and dent-free. By consulting the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, you can get an idea for which pieces of jewelry should be stored together. For instance, diamonds rank a 10 out of 10 on the scale, meaning that they are hard enough to scratch just about any other gemstone or metallic band.
Itâs advisable to store your hand crafted jewelry in a separate drawer or box, so that it doesnât mingle with diamonds. You might occasionally decide to clean the glass jewelry, in which case Iâd recommend liquid dish soap and warm water. Once the surface is scrubbed, dry the jewelry gently with a cotton cloth and allow it to air dry fully before replacing it in an airtight container.
Hand Made Jewelry
Being able to create beautiful hand made jewelry requires a lot of labor and creativity. But once the hand-crafted items have been made they are considered top class in all regards and can be proudly worn by both men and women. The unique designs will always get attention and thus, you are sure that only you have that distinct piece.
There are wonderful artists creating and offering handmade jewelry such as handmade bracelets, necklaces and handcrafted earrings. So getting exclusive and trendy accessories for you or for someone else is easy and there is nothing more special than receiving a personally crafted piece of jewelry.
Cultivating a Unique Look
Over the years, Iâve amassed an impressive collection of handmade arts and crafts. Though Iâm fond of any unique knickknack or bauble that happens to catch my eye, thereâs a special place in my heart for homemade jewelry. These accessories are good for more than just collecting dust on some high shelf in the living room â they can be shown off on a daily basis.
In my book, artisan necklaces are pieces of wearable art. Every womanâs body is a canvas and itâs up to her to make a statement with the accessories she has at her disposal. I like to pick out a striking ensemble of dress, shoes and handbag first, then I choose one of my many glass necklaces to complement the look. Since every piece of jewelry in my collection is unique, Iâm never concerned about matching another woman at the party by mistake.