Posted on April 07, 2016 by Mary Hood | 1 Comment
The most prominent features of Navajo jewelry include turquoise, semi-precious stone, and sterling silver, a precious metal.
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Posted on February 06, 2016 by Mary Hood | 0 Comments
Posted in cufflinks, eco-friendly, gifts, green beauty, holidays, necklace, skincare, sterling silver, valentine's day
Posted on February 04, 2016 by Mary Hood | 0 Comments
Stylish individuals combine pieces made with different metals for a “collected” look—a look that suggests the wearer has gathered several cool pieces over time.Posted in mixed metals, necklaces, rose gold, sterling silver, trend watch, yellow gold
Posted on April 21, 2014 by Mary Hood | 0 Comments
Oxidized silver is sterling silver that’s been purposely tarnished using a controlled method. While effective, chemical oxidation solutions like Silver Black, Black Max, Win-Ox, and Liver of Sulfur are hazardous and must be used with caution and appropriate, protective equipment.
To save your kitchen from toxic fumes, we’ll explore a safer, simpler method of silver oxidation you can do with a hard-boiled egg and a little patience.
Why Oxidized Silver?
Oxidizing sterling silver emphasizes the details of the design and setting. This extra step gives an organic, natural look to a piece, and depending on the style of the jewelry, an oxidized finish can make it look rustic, antique, earthy, or even edgy.
Posted in antiquing, DIY, jewelry, jewelrymaking, oxidized silver, oxidizing, silver, sterling silver