Jewelry Care

I’ve always been fascinated by how much a finish can change the personality of a piece. Give me the exact same sterling silver or solid gold design in matte and shiny finishes, and suddenly they can feel like two completely different pieces of jewelry. I definitely have a favorite, but there really isn’t a right answer. [...]

One of the questions I get asked most is how I clean my jewelry at home, and my answer is surprisingly simple: good old dish soap. Jewelry naturally collects oils, lotion, sunscreen and everyday grime, and sometimes a gentle wash is all it needs to look bright again. Here's the method I've used for years, plus a few [...]

Pull-through earrings are beautifully simple once you know the trick. The key is opening them in the right direction so you don't distort their shape over time. Watch Colleen demonstrate how to put on, wear and care for your pull-through earrings. The most important thing to remember is don't pull the [...]

Oxidized sterling silver is one of my favorite ways to create contrast in mixed-metal jewelry, but that dark finish naturally changes as you wear it. If you want to bring some of that depth back, you can re-oxidize sterling silver at home with a few simple supplies. I'm walking you through the process we use [...]

How often should you actually clean your jewelry? For pieces you wear regularly, a little maintenance every month or so is usually plenty, but cleaning and polishing aren't quite the same thing. Here's how to know when your jewelry needs some attention, how to use a polishing cloth and the one finish you don't [...]

Oxidized silver won't stay black forever. Friction, water, oils and everyday wear can gradually reveal the brighter silver underneath, especially on rings and bracelets. The good news? Fading is completely normal, and there are ways to care for your jewelry, preserve the finish and even bring the black [...]

I’m all about quality, durability, and style. When I began designing, my goal was to create classic, elegant jewelry that would be long-lasting and affordable. But what exactly is the difference between gold-filled, gold-plated and gold vermeil jewelry? And why do I choose to use gold-fill in my designs? [...]