I’VE ALREADY ORDERED, CAN I CHANGE MY ORDER?
Once your item is purchased, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to alter your personalisations. Please read ALL information before purchasing including delivery information.
WHAT IF THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH MY ORDER?
If there are any issues with your order, or you have failed to provide us with the correct information, we will contact you via Etsy Conversation.
If we do require more information in order to make your piece & you have not replied by the maximum production time we will extend the dispatch estimate by 30 days & contact you again. If you still have not replied to our messages regarding your order by this extended 30 days, we will cancel & refund in full the items we are unable to create.
I CAN’T QUITE FIND WHAT I’M LOOKING FOR, DO YOU DO CUSTOM WORK?
Yes, I love custom work (time permitting), if you can't quite find what you are looking for please do message me & I will do my best to work with you to create the perfect item for you.
I DON’T KNOW WHAT MATERIAL TO CHOOSE, CAN YOU GIVE ME MORE INFORMATION?
ALUMINIUM: A soft, versitile and lightweight metal that is a great price alternative to Sterling Silver. Aside from being low in cost, aluminum does not tarnish - If the metal becomes dull or dirty it can be easily wiped away with a lint free cloth / silver cloth. This soft metal, however, is not as strong as Sterling Silver and continued bending and twisting will weaken the metal and inevitably break. Aluminium is perfect for bangles and bracelets because it's rare that it causes a reaction making it ideal for wearers with more sensitive skin.
COPPER: A hard metal that has a lovely earthy red colour. Known for it’s possible medicinal benefits. Copper can cause slight green discoloration of the skin, this is due to the metal reacting to the natural acids in your skin & the oxygen in the air. As Copper does oxidize quickly, it often has a darker appearance, which can be removed easily with a Copper cloth / Sunshine Cloth / Pro Polish Pad to reveal its beautiful red finish.
To care for your copper, a good tip is to use a very small mixture of water, vinegar and a tiny bit of salt to clean. Make sure you polish it regularly using a polishing cloth to remove any residue.
BRASS: An alloy metal with a small percentage of Copper. It is this small amount of copper that gives brass its deep golden colour, this can also cause slight skin discolouration however brass is one of the hardest metals we use for bracelets.
SILVER PLATED: Silver Plate is described as "covering something with a thin layer of silver" all of our silver plated items have a base metal of either either brass or steel which are then copper coated & then silver plated, these contain less then 5% nickle which is compliant with EU legislation.
To care for your silver plated cutlery, it's always best to hand wash and not use a dishwasher. Don’t let it come into contact with stainless steel as this can cause corrosion as the metals react. Ensure you dry each piece by hand and use a flannel cloth and specialised silver polish (or a silver polishing cloth) to maintain the lustrous shine.
STAINLESS STEEL: A super strong and hugely durable metal. Stainless steel is hypoallergenic making it ideal for people who tend to have a reaction to other metals.
Stainless steel will not rust, tarnish or stain and retains its high shine with little effort on your behalf.
To care for your stainless steel, all you need is warm water, a cloth and dish washing soap. After cleaning, simply polish it lightly with a dry cloth to remove any water spots.
***All our Metals comply with EU legislation. If you are concerned about Nickel allergies, or any other allergies, please contact us***
WILL MY PIECE RESIST TARNISHING?
All metals may mar or scratch with wear/friction & will age over time based on frequency of use. They may also tarnish or damage depending on the PH of the body & the circumstances of wear; in the shower, pool, prolonged sun exposure, during sleep etc.
I'VE ACCIDENTALLY SNAGGED MY CHAIN AND IT HAS BROKEN, WHAT CAN I DO?
Unfortunately small accidents happens, and even though our delicate pieces are designed to be worn everyday, they are not indestructible. If you'd like, you can send your piece in for repair and we will re-fit new jump rings and chain, if required, and send it straight back out to you. Please do contact me before sending out your piece, I can then help with instructions & the best way to send your piece to us along with a custom quote & timescale.
GENERAL JEWELRY CARE TIPS
- Polish your jewelry after wearing to remove oils, fingerprints & dust.
- Keep your jewelry as dry as possible. Do not store it in a humid environment.
- To keep your jewelry nice and shiny, store it in a re-sealable plastic bag with anti-tarnish paper. Make sure your jewelry is clean and moisture free before storing.
- Do not wear in the shower/ swimming pool /hot tub. Chlorinated water can react with the metals causing color changes and even structural damage.
- Remove jewelry before any vigorous activity, before sleeping & when performing manual tasks (kitchen work, gardening, cleaning the house) to prevent physical damage or exposure to chemicals or cleaning fluids.
- Put jewelry on after applying makeup – Cosmetics, hairspray, perfumes and lotion can contain chemicals that can often damage jewelry.
STERLING SILVER, COPPER, BRASS & BRONZE JEWELRY CARE TIPS
- These metals will naturally oxidize/tarnish over time, due to exposure to air and oils from our skin.
- If you want to restore the shine, remove LIGHT tarnish stains and build-up from your jewelry piece, use JUST a polishing pad (foam square with micro-abrasives already built in). Silver polishing cloth will not work on copper or brass.
HOW TO USE YOUR POLISHING PAD: Gently rub a pad across a piece of jewelry that is completely dry and store your piece in an air-tight plastic bag. When cleaning chains, hold by the clasp and do not tug at the chain or you risk breaking the clasp.
HAND-STAMPED JEWELRY CARE TIPS
-The "black" in your hand stamped items is patina, it may wear off over time and exposure to certain elements. However, you can take care of your items to prolong the life of the patina.
- To clean your handstamped jewelry, simply polish with a jewelry cleaning cloth.
- HAND STAMPED jewelry should NOT be cleaned with any jewelry cleaning solution, as the solution can rub off the oxidation (patina) that's in the letter indentions.
- Avoid submerging your jewelry in water, cleaning supplies or chlorine pools.
PLATED JEWELRY CARE TIPS
- Avoid exposing your jewelry to household chemicals when cleaning with bleach or ammonia, or when swimming in chlorinated water, as these chemicals can damage silver. Perfumes, hair sprays, and profuse sweating can also cause a quicker formation of tarnish.
- REMOVE AT NIGHT. Do not sleep with plated jewelry, night sweat and the extra rubbing against the skin will cause the plating to wear off faster.
- STORE LIKE ITEMS TOGETHER. Do not put away gold plating and silver plating together. The different metals will cause each other to tarnish, fade and/or turn colors. Store in a dry, dark area.
- DO NOT CLEAN WITH CHEMICALS. Plating is much more delicate than pure metals, chemicals will fade the plating.
Clean often to keep shine and remove sweat & dirt that will cause items to fade. Use a damp cloth and wipe down gently, use a clean towel to dry. When cleaning chains hold by the clasp and do not tug at the chain or you risk breaking the clasp.
MEASURING YOUR BRACELET SIZE
Measure your wrist with a flexible tape measure by wrapping it just below the wrist bone (SNUG fit), where you would normally place a bracelet or watch.
For a snug fit, add 1/2” to the size; for a looser fit, add 1” to the size.
This is not a guarantee for a perfect fit, but it is what most people recommend.
You assume full responsibility when giving jewellery to a child, as the jewellery may contain small parts that are not suitable for kids.
Please note that any custom work I do may be added to my shop at my discretion. This means names, dates, or quotes that are sent in may be photographed & listed.
Prices are subject to change without notice.
MY QUESTIONS STILL AREN’T ANSWERED, HOW CAN I CONTACT YOU?
If you have any questions or queries please do not hesitate to contact us via Etsy.
