2013年1月24日星期四

What to notice wearing gold jewelry


Gold jewelry is beautiful and many people like to wear them, besides, they have value function. However, the gold jewelry will fade its luster after wearing for a period of time, so, in order to maintain their original luster. You need to take care of your gold jewelry. here are things you should notice when wearing gold jewelry.
When you are wearing a gold jewelry, try to avoid contact with chemicals such as perfume, bleach, cosmetics, etc., to prevent chemical reaction, so the gold faded. If you have to contact with those things, you’d better take your gold jewelry off and wear them when you do not need to touch them.
Gold jewelry is easy to have a chemical reaction with mercury, silver and lead. They make gold jewelry have white points, so, do not wear gold jewelry with mercury, silver and lead jewelry. Especially when store your gold jewelry, do not store them together.
Gold jewelry should avoid put together with other jewelry, especially diamonds, because they have different hardness, and it is easy to cause fiction between them, then it can cause your gold jewelry scratches. Just keep them from different jewelry box.
What is more, it is easy for your gold jewelry to get dirty, so you need to clean them regularly. You can use neutral detergent or special jewelry cleaner to soak and then take the jewelry out to wipe clean. Besides, you can also take your gold jewelry to a professional gold cleaning store for cleaning. It all depends on you.
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A brief history of jewelry boxes

Jewelry buying guide


2013年1月21日星期一

A brief history of jewelry boxes



Jewelry has been worn by humans since the Stone Age, thus, jewelry boxes are used after the jewelry. So, the history of the jewelry box dates back centuries. Throughout the ages, jewelry boxes have been designed and crafted by skilled craftsmen. Mass production fostered by the Industrial Revolution reduced the prices and made jewelry boxes an affordable commodity for the masses. Hence, everyone started purchasing jewelry boxes.
Jewelry Boxes were only purchased by the super rich before the Industrial Revolution because no other than the rich could afford to commission expert craftsmen to generate such items. The lower classes would not use such frivolous methods of storage.
Since then even the middle class population could purchase jewelry boxes. This happened due to the reduction in cost enabled by mass production. In the beginning of or in the first quarter of the 1800s, there was an overwhelming mass production of jewelry boxes. In this period of time, gold and silver boxes were very common. Silver-plated boxes are considered as antique jewelry boxes and are very rare. Besides, Jewel boxes among this period were available in all sizes, from the smallest ring box to handkerchief and even glove sized boxes. The bottom parts of these boxes were as beautiful as the top design.
Today, almost everyone can afford a jewelry box. Now, jewelry boxes are of different types and materials, they are made of wood, carved stone, or cast metal. They may sit on a dresser or bureau or stand alone in the case of the jewelry armoire, which resembles a small cabinet on legs. But some of the older Jewelry Boxes became very rare though some of them have been inherited within families and passed on to subsequent generations.

2013年1月19日星期六

Jewelry buying guide



Are you going to buy any jewelry but just do not know how to choose. then you are at the right page. Here, we are learning some tips about buying jewelry.
First of all, you need to decide who is the jewelry given to, if it is buy for yourself, then it is easy. You can buy them according to your love and budget; if you are buying a jewelry for your girlfriend, then you can learn her loves and buy one for her, the best choice is a fashion jewelry; while if you are getting one for your mother, it is better for a gold jewelry, old people always like gold things.
Secondly, you need to learn whether the jewelry is real, and here are tips about How to tell if your silver jewelry is fake or real, besides learning how to identify by yourself, you can also let an expert to judge for you, but you have to pay for him. And now, it is some basic knowledge about jewelry.
Natural gemstones
Natural gemstones come from the earth and are mined worldwide. Some natural gemstones can be enhanced, which means sometimes they are treated in some way such as heat to improve their color.
Imitation gemstones
Imitation stones look like natural gemstones in appearance only. This includes tinted glass, cubic zirconia or other material that resembles natural stones when treated. It is hard for common people to identify whether it is a natural gemstone or an imitation gemstones, when buying it, you’d better ask a expert for help.
Enhanced gemstone
Enhanced gemstone also called treated gemstone. They are refer to the way some gemstones are treated to improve their appearance or durability, or even change their color. Many gemstones are treated in some way. The effects of some treatments may lessen or change over time and some treated gemstones may require special care.
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2013年1月16日星期三

What tools should used when making jewelry



We all know that jewelry is expensive and precious, they can make women look more beautiful and attractive, but do you know how jewelry is made of? What tools will be used when making jewelry? If you do not know, then let us learn together in this article.
Knives
Knives are important when selecting jewelry and watch repair tools. They help to shape and carve metals, metal clays and wax during the jewelry making process. There are also certain style knives specifically made for opening watch backs. Bench knives are a great and handy tool for any jewelry or watch repair professional.
Scissors
Scissors are used to cut threads, paper patterns, lengths of leather, tread and other material you might use to make your adornments. It is better to have a good sturdy pair on hand at all times.
Pliers
Pliers are a necessity for basic jewelry projects such as beading and wire wrapping. And there are many different types of piles, there are Chain-nose pliers , Bent-nose pliers, Round-nose pliers, Flat-nose pliers, Crimping pliers and Nylon jaw pliers. When you first start jewelry making, you need good pairs of round-nose pliers and chain-nose pliers for making loops, opening and closing jump rings and other basic jewelry-making techniques.
Cutters
These are used to cut wire, and the cutters you used must of high quality. When they cut, they leave one side of the wire with a flat surface, but the other one is slanted. This may be a problem if you are cutting jump rings with cutters instead of sawing. So get one that cuts as flat and neat as possible. It will save you a lot of filing.
Files
Files are used to remove sharp edges, small burs and for rough finishing when working with metal. There are small sets that come in an assortment of styles for working with jewelry. These are designed to fit the job at hand. Sometimes you might need to file a certain shape and so they have invented files for all different shapes to be worked.
Other Jewelry-Making Tools
Aside from these basic jewelry-making tools, there are others that are a little more costly but that can help you with more advanced projects, and specialty tools that make certain techniques simpler. Consider adding a jig, ring mandrel, crimping tool, bead knotter, bead reamer, jump ring maker and bead gauge to your jewelry-making supplies.

2013年1月14日星期一

Tips for choosing jewelry for a bride



Choices in the wedding party’s dress and jewelry help to set the tone and mood of a wedding day. Accessories such as jewelry should add dimension to the party’s ensemble – not distract from it. While the bride’s dress and jewelry selection are high profile on the big day, the bridesmaid’s selection is important in the overall look or effect. So, how to choose a perfect jewelry for a bride? There are some tips for choosing jewelry for a wedding day.
1. Determine your wedding dress and veil first! It is the best standard to the style of your dress. In some case, you may not really need any adornment if the dress itself is too garish.
2. The pieces should compliment the look the bride it trying to achieve, so consider the gown, shoes, hair and makeup when selecting the jewelry. The jewelry should not be the focal point of the outfit; rather, it should enhance the overall look.
3. Choose only the pieces that make you feel glamorous and leave the rest for someone else. If your dress is very plain, like a sheath dress, you’ve got the perfect canvas to start with. A necklace that shines and sparkles is perfect. All the attention will be drawn up to your face.
4. Be careful not to get caught up in the excitement so much that you lose your personal style in the process. Every unique bride should add her own touches to her bridal ensemble; bridal jewelry makes it easy to personalize your gown. Consider a long beaded necklace, a pair of novelty earrings or layers of bracelets to set your wedding day outfit apart from the crowd. You’ll appreciate looking like yourself in your wedding photos.
5. Nowadays, pearls are very popular with brides because they are classy, elegant and beautiful. Whether the bride chooses a simple pair of pearl earrings, a necklace or bracelet, or all three, pearls will compliment just about any style of wedding gown, even if the pieces are costume jewelry. Besides, diamonds are another good choice. From simple diamond stud earrings and a diamond pendant to a crystal tiara, diamonds will dress up any gown and make the bride look radiant.
By choosing a perfect jewelry for your wedding day, I am sure you will have a forgettable wedding! And you will show your beauty to all of your friends and families. What a happiness thing!

2013年1月9日星期三

Buy jewelry for your dog


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If you love your dog, you would want to adorn it with beautiful pieces of jewelry. Dog jewelry has gained massive popularity in recent years because of a number of skillful designers entering this business. It is also because more and more people raise a dog as a child. Dogs with beautiful collars and harnesses look adorable and lovely. Some people also like to buy personalized jewelry for their dogs to show how much they love them. If you are going to buy a jewelry for your dog, then you must learn about some knowledge of dog jewelry.
Dog jewelry is a lot like the jewelry we buy ourselves as humans, it can come in gold, silver or other precious metals or it can also be beaded with fake or even real stones. For bracelets and anklets it is highly recommended to use an elastic type string so it can fit against your dog’s fur and will not easily fall off.
It is also recommended to never fit your pooch with earrings on your own, please take to your local dog groomer that is licensed or your pet’s veterinarian. However it is perfectly safe to put earring in your dog’s ears. Earrings, necklaces, charms and rings can all be bought in sets or sold separately. The different types of charms are typically pet friendly in style like a dog bone, a likeness of its breed, maybe for a sense of fun, even a shape of the dogs arch nemesis, the cat!
If you want to spend extravagantly for your pet, then go for high-value precious stones and pearls. Necklace made of pearl would add to the overall appeal of your dog. Silver or platinum chain with a pendant (engraved with precious stone) would look attractive for your dog.
As to where you can buy jewelry for your dog, you can go to the mall and find dog collectible items. In major department stores it is almost a guarantee that you can find dog jewelry in the jewelry department. If you do not go to the mall often, the internet is also an excellent way of finding great quality dog jewelry.
Studies have shown how important pets are to the lives of many and the loss of a pet is as devastating in most cases as the loss of any other family members. Dog is just our friend, people always try their best to make their friends look beautiful. So, there is the need of dog jewelry.

2013年1月7日星期一

How to display jewelry successfully with jewelry displays



On a jewelry show, except the jewelry pieces, the other necessary jewelry supply is jewelry display. When you start looking at jewelry display cases, you will notice that there are many different styles available. However, does everyone know how to use those jewelry displays to enlarge the beauty of your jewelry pieces? Effective jewelry displays fade into the background while the jewelry itself entices customers to come take a closer look. Here I would love to share some ideas about that with you.
One feature of good jewelry displays is that they reflect the style and personality of the jewelry line – and the taste of the targeted customer! So, when choosing a good jewelry displays to display your jewelry, you should always remember that the jewelry displays should reflect the personality of the jewelry you are sold.
Besides, they should be creative with the props, backgrounds, and textures you use in your jewelry displays. For example, if you are flipping through catalogs that feature women’s fashions and jewelry, you must want to see some jewelry display stands which are also fashion and beautiful.
Thirdly, when choose a jewelry display, it is better to choose no more than 3 colors for your display elements and tablecloths, for example gray, white, and blue. Each item you use for your jewelry displays would be one of your 3 colors. Also choose no more than 3 textures, for instance stone, lace, and linen; each display element would be one of these textures. Now your jewelry will stand out in your professional-looking display, and everything will flow together.
What is more, if you are selling jewelry at a jewelry store, it is important to place a very beautiful jewelry before the windows. Whether a customer is looking to buy for themselves or searching for that perfect gift or simply window shopping, it is the display in the window that attracts the passerby into the shop and the ambience inside, along with the way each piece of jewelry has been displayed, that makes a window shopper let loose the purse strings and become a customer.