Ball Chain Necklace

All precious metals used by Little Fingers ’n’ Toes are sourced from a leading UK bullion supplier and are of the highest quality.

Like all fine jewellery, silver and gold pieces require a little care to keep them looking their best. Sterling silver, in particular, is naturally susceptible to tarnishing over time.

The rate at which tarnish appears can vary from person to person. Some individuals can wear silver for months with minimal dulling, while others may notice changes within days. This is influenced by factors such as exposure to moisture, sulphides, and individual body chemistry.

However, it is easy to keep your jewellery looking bright and shiny - you simply need to clean it regularly, so your jewellery is no different to your clothes or your car in this respect. The best approach is to wipe an anti-tarnish silver polish cloth over your jewellery after each wear. This will stop tarnish getting a grip. The following steps will help keep tarnish at bay and your jewellery beautifully shiny. 

Take care when cleaning your memorial ashes jewellery. Clean resin pieces using mild soap, warm water, and a soft, lint-free cloth. Resin is durable but water-resistant rather than fully waterproof, so avoid soaking the jewellery. Gently remove oils and dirt, dry immediately, and keep away from acetone, harsh chemicals, perfume, and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.

If your silver jewellery becomes heavily tarnished and dull, there are some simple steps you can take to restore its shine.

• Clean the piece in warm soapy water. Use a cocktail stick or a soft baby toothbrush to gently clean within the print or engraving. Dry the piece with kitchen towel or tissue.
• Use a Heavy Tarnish Polish Pad to give the piece a good rub. Don’t be shy - give it some elbow grease. This should remove heavy tarnish like magic. Avoid rubbing the ashes resin area, focus on the silver.
• Finish by wiping gently with an Anti-Tarnish Polishing Cloth, to add luster and to help prevent against tarnish reoccurring. Prevention is better than cure - clean your jewellery after each wear with the ‘Anti-Tarnish Polishing Cloth’ to stop tarnish getting a grip, avoid polishing the ashes resin area.
• If you are struggling to re-gain your jewellery’s sparkle then we can professionally clean and re-polish your jewellery for a small charge, please contact us to find out more.