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Like most women, I love jewelry and I’ve collected a lot of it over the years. In my collection I’ve got estate pieces, one-of-a-kind artisan pieces, mass retail market pieces and everything in between. With that said, I’m extremely fond of artisan-crafted pieces that are …
Like most women, I love jewelry and I’m really passionate about wearing rings. I have over 70+ rings in my collection and I look at my jewelry collection as a financial investment that I will some day pass down to my daughter and grandchildren.
Even though I love rings and I buy a lot of them, I’m frugal about it and always looking for a bargain deal. I will wear white gold, yellow gold, rose gold, sterling silver, platinum, etc. If I like it and it’s a good deal, I will typically buy it!
With that said, sometimes when I come across a great deal on a ring it will be in the wrong size! In the past…if a ring was too big for the finger that I want to wear it on…I would cry about it and not purchase it or I would buy it and pay a lot of money to a jeweler to re-size it. Well, not anymore!
Recently I came across two different rings that I fell in-love with and both were on clearance for a great price! One ring was one-size too big and the other ring was two-sizes too big for my finger. I decided to purchase BOTH rings and re-size them myself at home. Yes, you read that right!
I went to the craft store and purchased myself a box of those foam adhesive-backed little squares that you use in scrapbooking to attach photos & embellishment to your pages. These squares are tiny and you can find them in 1/8″ and 1/4″ sizes.
I simply peel off the paper-backing from the squares and stick them inside the ring. For the one ring I used just one square and for the other ring I had to use two of them. By adding the squares inside them (underneath the gemstone part, not the band part)…I re-sized BOTH of my new rings to fit my fingers.
On top of that, these foam squares are comfortable to wear inside my rings and no-one can even see them! Last year I had purchase those plastic & silicone ring-sizers at a store and you could see them & they were uncomfortable to wear. If you’ve had the same issues, go out and buy yourself a box of those little foam adhesive-backed squares in the scrapbooking section at your local craft store.
Every time I’ve applied them inside my rings…they last for several weeks before I need to change them out. In addition, they’ve caused NO DAMAGE to the finish of my rings or to the gemstones. NO DAMAGE AT ALL.
Well, there you have it! My frugal tip for the week!
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Tungsten or tungsten carbide is known for its incredible strength. Its resistance to tarnishing and scratches makes it a suitable metal for people who have active lifestyles. Cleaning and maintaining such as durable metal is easy and involves removing dirt by using clean cloths, warm water and soap. Harsh chemical products should never be used to clean, polish or shine tungsten rings.
Keeping Tungsten Rings Clean
• Begin by creating a mild solution of warm water and soap. You do not require costly cleaning products to polish or shine your jewelry. A simple solution of soap and water is adequate for cleaning the scratch resistant and strong metal.
• You can add some drops of your favorite liquid soap to a bowl of warm water before mixing to create the solution of soapy water. It is important to note that washing your hands, shampooing your hair and scrubbing dishes all help to keep your ring clean.
• Use a soft and clean cloth to wipe your ring after dipping it in soapy water. The cloth should be damp, not wet and any excess water needs to be removed before rubbing the cloth over the tungsten ring to get rid of dirt and grime. Continue rubbing your ring until it becomes clean.
• After effectively cleaning the ring, rinse it in water and place it on a towel to dry. You also have the option of gently patting the ring with a clean towel until it dries. After it dries, store the ring safely and properly.
• Rubbing alcohol is recommended for removing oil that builds up on tungsten rings. If you use rubbing alcohol to clean your jewelry make sure you wipe it off with some soap and water. When you rinse your rings in a sink, ensure that they do not drop or go down the drain. Visit www.tungstenrings.com for more information.
Proper Care
• Although tungsten is durable and strong, this does not mean that you should subject it to unnecessary force. You should always handle your tungsten jewelry with the care it deserves. Avoid dropping of striking your jewelry with heavy objects intentionally. If you are involved in any activity that may expose your tungsten ring to the risk of shattering, remove it before you begin.
• The toughness of tungsten does not make it indestructible; it may still react negatively to harsh products or chemicals. When tungsten jewelry is exposed to such substances, blemishes may appear on the surface. If it makes contact with any harsh product, rinse it as soon as possible with soap and water before letting it air dry.
• There are different solutions for helping you slide off your ring in case it becomes a bit to snug, including using ice, soaking the hand briefly, using a lubricant such as lotion and easing it off the finger.
Storage
Since tungsten is very hard, it is resistant to scratches but it may end up damaging and scratching other jewelry items that are made from soft metals or materials. When you store your tungsten rings, place them in separate soft bags and store them safely http://www.tungstenrings.com/ .
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