Maggie the Bear Jewelry Care

Hello!

Thank you so much for supporting my jewelry practice! It means the world to me! I hope that the jewelry you purchased from me will last you a lifetime. Please keep in mind that you are purchasing art and it should be treated as such, meaning all my jewelry requires care. This is page contains necessary information for how to maintain the quality of your jewelry from the moment it arrives.

Firstly, I recommend taking off your jewelry before operating heavy equipment or participating in any rigorous activity. Jewelry can get caught on clothes, hair or machinery so avoid wearing your pieces for the safety of yourself and the jewelry. 

To ensure the longevity of your jewelry, avoid contact with water while wearing it. Be sure to remove your pieces before hand washing, swimming and showering. Avoid wearing it in a hot spring, as the silver will turn black. Do not wear your jewelry in the ocean as it will tarnish significantly from saltwater. 

When not wearing your jewelry, store your pieces in a dry place, away from any source of moisture. Do not store your jewelry in the bathroom, especially when taking a shower. Sterling silver tarnishes when exposed to humidity, which in turn creates a yellow or dull effect on the surface. 

If your jewelry does tarnish (it happens!), I recommend polishing your pieces with either of these cloths:

• Selvyt polishing cloth (my favorite cloth)
• Sunshine polishing cloth

If you experience tarnishing, gently rub your polishing cloth onto the surface of your silver until it is shiny and no longer dull. Do not put your polishing cloth in the washing machine or it will lose its efficacy. 

The natural oils of your skin will create a patina to your jewelry that is normal. If you do not like the way the patina looks, be sure to polish your jewelry regularly.

If you have any other questions, please refer back to my FAQ.