So overjoyed to find your vid. Just watched one on another channel on TH-cam with a jeweler advising & demonstrating how to SCRUB vintage jewelry with a toothbrush, rinsing under running water. No mention of drying the piece. I even saved in my community file. I'd best go back & delete it! I even commented about how the technique scared me. The debunked info would ruin most of my collection... Listen to that inner voice, BookBwitched!! How many times have you denied your internal wisdom to your actual peril, let alone risking your beloved collection of foil backed rhinestone jewelry? Dumbazz, you even married him! Saved the jewelry but only just & it took a vid to stop you.
Thank You Dawn! Very helpful tips I learned the hard way about how to clean ab rhinestones 😢 I had never thought to use the rubber handle to re set prongs! That will definitely save some jewelry from accidentally getting scratched. Have a Great day 🤗
I thought I already knew the proper techniques and this would be a refresh, boy was I wrong - I have been using the wrong fabric textures, and completely killing my rolled gold! Amazing tip at the end re: keeping the dollar store cake tray/roll of Viva in the car for shopping adventures, and at home for storage. Thank you so much!
Another great tool is a CHILDREN'S toothbrush. I've used them to clean hundreds of pieces of jewelry without a single scratch. They're very soft, so with a light brushing they dislodge dirt or dust or fibers safely. The brushing motion also reveals any loose stones. A soft brushing, followed with a gentle rub using a really soft cotton cloth, is often all that's required. I often use eyeglass cleaning cloths from the optician. If a rhinestone piece still isn't sparkling enough to suit me, I take one final step. I have to preface this by saying that I've never read about this method, and it's possible that experts would shriek in horror over it. I can only say that I've been using it successfully for over 20 years. However, great care must be taken because there is risk of deadening a rhinestone if any moisture gets trapped under the foil backing. Rhinestones are glass, so Windex makes them really sparkle. However, do NOT spray the Windex anywhere near the jewelry. Spray a FINE mist onto a cotton cloth -- so fine that the cloth does not feel wet to the touch. Hold the piece of jewelry UPSIDE DOWN, gently smooth the cloth over the surface of the rhinestones, then place the jewelry, still upside down, on a soft surface and leave it until it's completely dry. (The purpose of keeping the piece upside down throughout the process is to ensure that no moisture drips down to the foil backing.)
I've done that in extreme cases but with the cotton swab. The eyeglass cloth is also great, I actually meant to include it in the video but by the time I sat under the camera I didn't feel like untangling myself to get it. THANK you for sharing with all of us! I must say though, work up to the windex as a last resort! Excellent comment M. Wallace! XO~Dawn
These were some great tips for cleaning jewelry! I've heard that the best way to store sterling silver jewelry to keep it from tarnishing is to store them in clear plastic bags, and also, wearing them keeps them from tarnishing. I have to confess, since I don't have a ton of jewelry, I keep each piece in an individual box or drawstring pouch. BTW, love that cake keeper idea! I already have a cake keeper, but I actually use it for its intended purpose, so will need to get one from the dollar store when I need to transport some jewelry ;) TFS!
Yes plastic bags are really good. You can also slip a little anti tarnish fabric into individual fabric pouches. Thanks for mentioning the cake keeper, it seems so simple but it really works. I used them to get my jewelry across country with no damage! XO~Dawn
Hi~ I shared in the Texas Gal Treasures with Margaret fun. Great video, I learned some tips I did not know. I also love the upside down cake carrier idea. Perfect! Looking forward to watching more videos!
I also store all of my jewelry in drawers lined with anti-tarnish cloth. I also keep silica gel packs in the drawers since I live in Houston and it is sooooo humid here!
For plain silver jewelry you can use water with baking soda to polish it..mix the baking soda with water to make a paste, then rub it on the silver piece as if your a scrubbing it..leave it to stay for a while and then rinse it under running water..it gets shiny as new..😊 Love your videos Dawn..I thought initially that your pony tail is a big fluffy brush with which you will dust some of your jewelry pieces..😃 I love your authenticity and sense of humor and I cannot believe that you are 53..you look amazing..🌹
Yeah, you are definitely one of my new favorite channels!!! It's like you read my mind. I actually have been wondering about the cleaning of my collection. BTW, what is your thoughts about keeping pieces in those little plastic bags? I've seen a lot of sellers do that?? Thank you again for sharing your knowledge!!! Lori
Welcome aboard! Those bags are good for moving things so they don't scratch each other, but bad for foiled stones or hand painted things, etc. Also you don't want to cram big statement necklaces into little bags, the wire or chains in some of them don't like that. Use discretion! (Or break down and get the trays and the anti-tarnish fabric, you'll thank me later) XO~Dawn
Hi Dawn,this is such a great video to watch with some great advice. I'm not sure why I haven't watched this yet? I use the proper cleaning clothes but always unsure of what to do with pearls. I have all my mummys pearls which I have cleaned professionally as I would hate to do the wrong thing by them. Thank you for all the tips! ✌💜xx
Great info. I just bought a beautiful pair of vintage gold plated Kenneth Jay Lane rhinestone earrings that need cleaned. What is your opinion on using rubbing alcohol with a q-tip to clean and/or brighten the rhinestones? Thank you in advance if you decide to answer! 😃
Hi p.r. Sadly no, they are goners.. If they have glass bases you can wash them in hot water and then just peal all the coating off. The base is kind of a transparent white glass that could be interesting depending on the piece. Or harvest the findings XO~Dawn
I HAVE SOME FAKE PEARLS THAT ARE EXTREMELY YELLOW, SHOULD I CLEAN THEM THE SAME WAY, HOW DO I GET THEM LOOKING ALMOST NEW AGAIN? THANK YOU, BLESSINGS TO YOU.
So overjoyed to find your vid. Just watched one on another channel on TH-cam with a jeweler advising & demonstrating how to SCRUB vintage jewelry with a toothbrush, rinsing under running water. No mention of drying the piece. I even saved in my community file. I'd best go back & delete it! I even commented about how the technique scared me. The debunked info would ruin most of my collection... Listen to that inner voice, BookBwitched!! How many times have you denied your internal wisdom to your actual peril, let alone risking your beloved collection of foil backed rhinestone jewelry? Dumbazz, you even married him! Saved the jewelry but only just & it took a vid to stop you.
LOVE this so much!!! Thanks for watching and commenting BookBWitched! xo~D
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Don't feel bad @bookbwitched because I married him too!!! 😂😂😂 At least we always have the jewelry 🎉
@@nikkiflippy007😂😂😂🎉woohoo . Glad you stuck up for Dawn she's a sweetheart.
I've been binge watching your videos and this is another great one thanks Dawn. Peace, love and light always be with you sister.
And to you miss Candy
@@HUDSONVINTAGE Thank you
Thank You Dawn! Very helpful tips I learned the hard way about how to clean ab rhinestones 😢
I had never thought to use the rubber handle to re set prongs! That will definitely save some jewelry from accidentally getting scratched.
Have a Great day 🤗
Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for watching XO~Dawn
Really good tips. I know I need to clean some of my old pieces but was afraid to clean it. With your tips I think I’ll tackle it. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful! I love to hear that! Thank you so much for watching Jackie! XO~Dawn
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I thought I already knew the proper techniques and this would be a refresh, boy was I wrong - I have been using the wrong fabric textures, and completely killing my rolled gold! Amazing tip at the end re: keeping the dollar store cake tray/roll of Viva in the car for shopping adventures, and at home for storage. Thank you so much!
Thanks Maureen XO~Dawn
Another great tool is a CHILDREN'S toothbrush. I've used them to clean hundreds of pieces of jewelry without a single scratch. They're very soft, so with a light brushing they dislodge dirt or dust or fibers safely. The brushing motion also reveals any loose stones. A soft brushing, followed with a gentle rub using a really soft cotton cloth, is often all that's required. I often use eyeglass cleaning cloths from the optician. If a rhinestone piece still isn't sparkling enough to suit me, I take one final step. I have to preface this by saying that I've never read about this method, and it's possible that experts would shriek in horror over it. I can only say that I've been using it successfully for over 20 years. However, great care must be taken because there is risk of deadening a rhinestone if any moisture gets trapped under the foil backing. Rhinestones are glass, so Windex makes them really sparkle. However, do NOT spray the Windex anywhere near the jewelry. Spray a FINE mist onto a cotton cloth -- so fine that the cloth does not feel wet to the touch. Hold the piece of jewelry UPSIDE DOWN, gently smooth the cloth over the surface of the rhinestones, then place the jewelry, still upside down, on a soft surface and leave it until it's completely dry. (The purpose of keeping the piece upside down throughout the process is to ensure that no moisture drips down to the foil backing.)
I've done that in extreme cases but with the cotton swab. The eyeglass cloth is also great, I actually meant to include it in the video but by the time I sat under the camera I didn't feel like untangling myself to get it. THANK you for sharing with all of us! I must say though, work up to the windex as a last resort! Excellent comment M. Wallace! XO~Dawn
Good tips, thank you
I also use a baby's first toothbrush nice n soft or even a super soft/fine artist paint brush what I like about that is the longer bristles
Super helpful. I am just beginning my collection and would have thought submerging everything was the way to go!!!! Thank goodness I found you first.
OMG Yes I'm glad too XO~Dawn
Thank you so much for this video. Super helpful and well-presented. Your time and effort is most appreciated!
These were some great tips for cleaning jewelry! I've heard that the best way to store sterling silver jewelry to keep it from tarnishing is to store them in clear plastic bags, and also, wearing them keeps them from tarnishing. I have to confess, since I don't have a ton of jewelry, I keep each piece in an individual box or drawstring pouch. BTW, love that cake keeper idea! I already have a cake keeper, but I actually use it for its intended purpose, so will need to get one from the dollar store when I need to transport some jewelry ;) TFS!
Yes plastic bags are really good. You can also slip a little anti tarnish fabric into individual fabric pouches. Thanks for mentioning the cake keeper, it seems so simple but it really works. I used them to get my jewelry across country with no damage! XO~Dawn
Hi~ I shared in the Texas Gal Treasures with Margaret fun. Great video, I learned some tips I did not know. I also love the upside down cake carrier idea. Perfect! Looking forward to watching more videos!
COOL! I'm heading over to your channel now!
I also store all of my jewelry in drawers lined with anti-tarnish cloth. I also keep silica gel packs in the drawers since I live in Houston and it is sooooo humid here!
Yes it's good to be aware of that especially with rhinestones and prong set pearls and such. Thank you so very much for watching! xo~Dawn
You're awesome Dawn. I know this is an older video but I learned a lot❣️
Thanks for watching and commenting @elizabethandiosa4579!
love this video
Cool I have some vertigree on some vintage jewelry..
Cool! The video is coming up THANK you so much for watching! XO~Dawn
Thanks Dawn. So helpful I learned a lot. Love every video I’ve seen.
Wow thank you Donna that is so nice to hear XO~Dawn
I have that 1970s Monet bangle. I have not cleaned it bc of the texture. Now I can. Ty!
Salutations sister of the "I have that" tribe!! 🤣
Those are the craziest big faux pearls! Love it. Great video.
Yes they are! Thanks for watching Carla XO~Dawn
I believe you said there would be other videos on cleaning jewelry? I looked through the lists and didn't see any. Did I miss some? Thank you
❤️ I'm not sure?
I was wondering if you have ever heard of using a pink pearl eraser for cleaning around prong jewelry ❤️❤️
Hi Annette! I would not do that.. I like more control of what I use XO~Dawn
For plain silver jewelry you can use water with baking soda to polish it..mix the baking soda with water to make a paste, then rub it on the silver piece as if your a scrubbing it..leave it to stay for a while and then rinse it under running water..it gets shiny as new..😊 Love your videos Dawn..I thought initially that your pony tail is a big fluffy brush with which you will dust some of your jewelry pieces..😃 I love your authenticity and sense of humor and I cannot believe that you are 53..you look amazing..🌹
Hi Krasimira, Thank you for sharing! I llove that advice and appreciate you writing, and watching! Thank you so much XO~Dawn
Yeah, you are definitely one of my new favorite channels!!! It's like you read my mind. I actually have been wondering about the cleaning of my collection. BTW, what is your thoughts about keeping pieces in those little plastic bags? I've seen a lot of sellers do that?? Thank you again for sharing your knowledge!!! Lori
Welcome aboard! Those bags are good for moving things so they don't scratch each other, but bad for foiled stones or hand painted things, etc. Also you don't want to cram big statement necklaces into little bags, the wire or chains in some of them don't like that. Use discretion! (Or break down and get the trays and the anti-tarnish fabric, you'll thank me later) XO~Dawn
Thank you so much for the helpful tips and tricks. 👌👍
Thanks so much for watching Josh Prado!
Hi Dawn,this is such a great video to watch with some great advice. I'm not sure why I haven't watched this yet? I use the proper cleaning clothes but always unsure of what to do with pearls. I have all my mummys pearls which I have cleaned professionally as I would hate to do the wrong thing by them. Thank you for all the tips! ✌💜xx
Hi! We all have our things that work for us XO ~ Dawn
Great info. I just bought a beautiful pair of vintage gold plated Kenneth Jay Lane rhinestone earrings that need cleaned. What is your opinion on using rubbing alcohol with a q-tip to clean and/or brighten the rhinestones?
Thank you in advance if you decide to answer! 😃
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@@HUDSONVINTAGE is that your answer or??? I also asked if rubbing alcohol was okay to clean rhinestone stones with...or is a heart emoji the answer? 🙃
Just awesome Dawn. Thanks for passing on your knowledge. Now go get the phone ☎️!! 😂🤪🤣😜
😁 LOL! Thank you so much for watching xo ~Dawn
How would you clean ciggerret smoke of of pearls? I have found them in grab bags . Do I need to toss 😟 or is there a way to save. 😊
That I do not know! Smoke is tricky XO~Dawn
Are they real pearls or faux?
Such helpful information!!
Thanks so much!!!!
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I like collecting vintage stuff .
Thank you for watching! Xo~Dawn
Nice video! I really appreciate it! P.s. How do you restore faux pearls with chipped paint ? There is any solution ?
Hi p.r. Sadly no, they are goners.. If they have glass bases you can wash them in hot water and then just peal all the coating off. The base is kind of a transparent white glass that could be interesting depending on the piece. Or harvest the findings XO~Dawn
@@HUDSONVINTAGE Thank you for your reply! You are the best!
Wonderful and informative video, thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Now I have and Idea and how to clean my jewelries.thankbyou ma'am Dawn you are lucky...
My pleasure 😊
I used tobuse this pink liqued cleaner to clean everything. Im surprised i didnt destroy any pieces
Those pearls are just delicious 😍
Really helpful 💎✨
Glad it was helpful!
How do you keep the rhinestones from peppering I have some old stuff that foiled I find some is starting to pepper ugh
Hi I did a video on Caring for vintage jewelry, the answer is no moisture,! Thank you so much for watching Xo~Dawn
HUDSON VINTAGE your most welcome
How do you clean silver
It depends :)
H found you on Margaret’s channel
WOO HOO!! Texas Gal Treasures is the best!! XO~Dawn
How do you clean real pearls
Never submerge them! A lightly damp cloth, almost dry :)
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I HAVE SOME FAKE PEARLS THAT ARE EXTREMELY YELLOW, SHOULD I CLEAN THEM THE SAME WAY, HOW DO I GET THEM LOOKING ALMOST NEW AGAIN? THANK YOU, BLESSINGS TO YOU.
Hi! Try the least invsive first and then move up from there. XO~Dawn
A big thank you from your new subscriber :)
Welcome! Thank you so much for watching xo~Dawn
Those are Wilma pearls.
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