Journal

Do Perfume and Hand Sanitiser Damage Jewellery? What Everyday Products Do
How perfume, hand sanitiser, hairspray, lotion and sunscreen affect your jewellery, and the simple routine that keeps it shining. Read more...
How to Clean Cubic Zirconia Jewellery and Make It Sparkle Again
Why cubic zirconia jewellery looks cloudy, how to clean it safely so it sparkles again, and simple habits that keep it bright. Read more...
How to Clean Earrings and Earring Backs (The Hygienic Way)
How to clean earring posts and butterfly backs, how often to do it, and safe methods for plated, silver, pearl and stone earrings. Read more...
How to Care for Natural Stone Jewellery: Turquoise, Tiger Eye, Mother-of-Pearl and Agate
How to care for turquoise, mother-of-pearl, tiger eye, agate and amazonite jewellery, with a hardness chart and simple rules for every stone. Read more...
Can You Shower, Sleep or Work Out in Your Jewellery?
Should you take jewellery off to shower, sleep or work out? A quick guide to what damages jewellery, plus simple habits that keep it looking new. Read more...
Viral Jewellery Cleaning Hacks: Which Work and Which Damage Your Jewellery
Foil and baking soda, toothpaste, lemon juice and more: which viral jewellery cleaning hacks are safe, which cause damage, and the gentle method to use instead. Read more...
How to Untangle a Necklace (and Stop Chains Tangling)
A gentle, step-by-step way to untangle a necklace without breaking it, plus storage tricks to stop chains tangling again. Read more...
Why Does Jewellery Turn Your Skin Green? Causes and How to Prevent It
Why some jewellery leaves a green mark on skin, whether it's harmful, how to remove it, and simple habits to prevent it. Read more...
Summer Jewellery Care in Australia: Sunscreen, Sweat, Salt Water and Heat
How to protect your jewellery in an Australian summer: sunscreen, sweat, salt water, chlorine and heat, plus how to store pieces at the beach and on holiday. Read more...
How to Clean Pearls: A Gentle Guide to Keeping Them Glowing
How to clean pearls safely at home: the last-on, first-off rule, a quick wipe after wearing, a gentle deeper clean, what never to use, when to restring and how to... Read more...
Gold-Plated vs Gold Vermeil vs Gold-Filled vs Solid Gold: What's the Difference?
Gold-plated, gold vermeil, gold-filled or solid gold? A clear guide to what each term means, how they compare on durability and price, what "18K gold plated" really means, and how... Read more...
How to Clean Silver Jewellery and Prevent Tarnish
Why silver tarnishes, how to clean sterling silver safely at home, what to avoid with plated and pearl pieces, and simple ways to keep silver jewellery bright. Read more...
How to Travel With Jewellery: Pack, Organise and Keep It Safe
How to organise and travel with jewellery: packing necklaces without tangles, keeping earrings in pairs, choosing a jewellery roll size, a five-piece capsule and smart travel tips. Read more...
Can You Swim in Gold-Plated Jewellery? Your Summer Jewellery Care Guide
Can you swim in gold-plated jewellery? How chlorine, salt water and sunscreen affect jewellery, how to protect pearls and turquoise, and simple summer care rules. Read more...
925 Sterling Silver Earrings: What to Check Before You Buy
A practical Australian buying guide to 925 sterling silver earrings—what the stamp means, how sterling differs from silver plating, and which details matter for comfort, care and value. Read more...
Pearl Necklace FAQ: Answers to the Most Common Questions
Answers to common pearl necklace questions about pearl types, authenticity, value, sizing, daily wear, showering, storage, care and gifting. Read more...
Pearl Earrings FAQ: Answers to the Most Common Questions
Answers to common pearl earring questions about pearl type, natural variation, sizing, everyday wear, care, authenticity, gifting and return conditions. Read more...
How to Store Pearl Jewellery (Necklaces & Earrings)?
Learn how to store pearl necklaces and earrings away from scratches, moisture and product residue while allowing natural pearl surfaces to remain protected. Read more...
Do Gold Plated Earrings Tarnish?
Learn why gold-plated earrings can tarnish, which habits accelerate wear, and how cleaning, drying and separate storage can help protect the finish. Read more...
How to Clean Gold Jewellery at Home: Necklaces, Earrings, Rings and Bracelets
How to clean gold jewellery at home: the difference between cleaning solid gold and gold-plated pieces, step-by-step care for necklaces, earrings, rings and bracelets, and how to keep gold shining. Read more...
Are Gold Plated Earrings Good? A Practical Guide to Style, Value & Everyday Wear
A practical guide to the benefits, limits, durability and care of gold-plated earrings, including who they suit and what to check before buying. Read more...