Jewelry Care
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Wear
Zanny’ s jewelry is made to be worn and lived in. That said, adopt a practice of consciously wearing your adornments. Take care of wearing your jewelry for strenuous tasks such as working out, hiking, etc. Sweat and oils can cause a PH reaction that may tarnish the skin. This is completely harmless and washes away easily.
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Cleaning
Clean jewelry with any metal polishing cloth. If tarnish buildup is too heavy to clean with the cloth, simply mix a paste of 2tsp white vinegar + 1 tsp baking soda. Rub the paste over the metal with a cotton swab, avoiding any stones, rinse and let dry. Follow up with a good rub of a polishing cloth over the dry metal.
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Luster
Most metals will naturally patina over time due to exposure to the elements. While oxidation gives metal its character, you may want your jewelry to attain its brilliant luster. Prevent tarnishing by storing jewelry in a sealed bag away from moisture. Apply any cosmetics before wearing your jewelry and don’t expose metals to chlorine pool water.
Textile Care
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Fiber Art
Tapestries are meant to hang permanently and should not be moved often. Aside from the occasional dusting, your tapestry will be very low maintenance. I suggest rolling a lint roller over the fabric occasionally to pick up any lint or dust. Fringe pieces may become tangled or wind blown from time to time. Simply comb out from top to bottom with fingers, a fork, or hair comb.
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Color
Avoid prolonged sun exposure for natural color dye. Plant dyed fabrics may fade over time, as this is the nature of botanical dyes. Be conscious of where you hang or display any woven pieces containing plant dyed fibers as these are more sensitive to chemical reactions and fading.
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Home Goods
Table runners, rugs, and any woven home goods should be dry cleaned only. If you accidentally spill a liquid on the fabric, blot clean immediately with a rag or paper towel to soak up the moisture. Then dab a bit of seltzer water on the stain to lift any discolorations. Lay flat to dry.