Archive for November, 2009
How to Get that Tarnish to Vanish
While nothing compares to the eminent gleam of new sterling silver jewelry, over time the substance can tarnish and fade. Believe it or not, the best techniques for dealing with that problem have been developed in average households and passed on through generations. While a fancy, specialized silver cleaner might work just as well, you might prefer to try the following free alternative first.
Place a layer of tinfoil over the bottom of a glass dish and put the sterling silver rings on top. The silver should touch the aluminum. Sprinkle baking soda over the jewelry and top it off with enough boiling water to submerge the rings. Don’t be alarmed if you smell the sulfuric odor of rotten eggs – that means the proper chemical reaction is taking place. Allow water to cool, then rinse the jewelry with tap water. The tarnish has vanished.
Ravishing in Red
What can you say about the color Red. Red typically symbolizes passion, strength, bravery, energy, fire, sex, love, romance, excitement, speed, heat, ambition, leadership, courage, power, respect, and many other things.
In fashion red represents power and sex appeal. Take the Red Power tie for example. And I think most of us are familiar with The Lady in Red song.
When a woman wears red it shows she is confident, very self aware, not afraid to be noticed and commands respect.
If you’re not sure about wearing that red shirt or jacket, but want to add a little kick to an outfit then a Red Necklace can be fun and exciting to wear and will certainly get noticed.
Remember Red can be worn with White, cream , chocolate brown, khaki, tan and many other colors. So have fun with your Red Accessories!
Handmade Jewelry Changes with the Times
Attending arts and crafts fairs with my grandmother remains a fond memory of childhood. When I was very small, she would enlist me to help her set up her tent, get the wares out of storage containers and line them up along the display tables. I would also conduct cash transactions from the time I learned to count. Still, my favorite part of the fairs was walking through the rows of unfamiliar crafts and curios. There I would find exotic jewelry and accessories that were entirely unique.
While such fairs still exist in this day and age, they have been relegated to the ranks of anachronism. Online retailers have carved out niches of their own, offering a one-of-a-kind bracelet or a handmade necklace to more potential customers than ever before. The same level of effort and craftsmanship is devoted to the creation of the jewelry, but the business model has truly changed over time.
Everyone looks good In Purple
What can you say about the color Purple? Well,we all know it was a very good movie, for one thing. But did you know that Purple is a popular color in fashion and accessories for Fall 2009 and moving forward into 2010?
Purple is also the one color that looks good on anyone ! Purple is a combination of Red, a warm color, and Blue , a cool color. Combine the two and you have Purple! Can you say Neutral?
Take a Purple Necklace for instance, It can be worn with a Purple Shirt, white, red, blue, cream, turquoise( purple and turquoise is a fantastic combination, try it for yourself) and so much more.
If you’re just not sure about buying a purple blouse or shirt, but want to add the trendy color to your wardrobe, try purple accessories, like necklaces, bracelets and earrings.
Affordable Jewelry for the Holidays
What wife wouldn’t like to receive a beautiful necklace, ring, or bracelet as a holiday gift? The difficulty in accommodating your spouse comes from choosing a fine piece of jewelry, and also knowing that you are getting a good deal for your money. Here are a few options to consider for providing your wife with a wonderful gift of jewelry that she will treasure forever.
~A fine silver handmade necklace can be just as beautiful as gold, and also cost a fraction of the price.
~Pearl accessories often cost less than those containing precious gemstones, and still succeed at showing your love and affection.
~Man-made diamonds, they’re beautiful, real diamonds that cost about half the price of regular diamonds. You can also be sure that they came from conflict free sources.
What’s the Difference between Karats and Carats?
If you’re anything like me, you appreciate fine jewelry for its visual splendor and not so much because of the technical details. Still, it’s nice to have some background knowledge about precious metals and gemstones so that you can make informed purchasing decisions. One hurdle that occasionally trips up jewelry enthusiasts is the difference between karats and carats.
When spelled with a “k,” the word denotes a measure of purity in precious metals – especially gold. For instance, 14k gold earrings are roughly 59 percent pure. Gold jewelry can never be 100 percent pure because it requires an alloy to achieve its form. Carats, on the other hand, are units of mass that are useful for measuring gems and pearls. Since the unit was standardized in the early 20th century, one carat has been considered the equivalent of 200 mg.