At Connie’s Crystals, I make pieces to be worn, displayed and enjoyed. A little care goes a long way, whether you’re looking after a wire wrapped pendant, a crystal cluster or a sun catcher. If your piece came with a care card, follow the instructions for that piece first.
Can I use water or salt on my crystals?
For my wire wrapped jewellery and pieces made with several materials, start with a soft, dry cloth. The stone, wire, finish, cord and any glued details can all react differently to moisture. Skip salt, salt water and soaking. If you’re unsure what your piece is made from, dry cleaning by hand is the best place to start.
Looking after your jewellery
- Take your jewellery off before showering, swimming or exercising. Let perfume, sunscreen and lotions dry before putting it on.
- Wipe the piece gently with a soft, dry cloth after wearing and store it separately so the wire and stones don’t rub against other jewellery.
- Copper can darken naturally over time. Use the supplied polishing cloth only as directed on your care card. Leave deliberate dark accents alone and avoid abrasive polishes on plated or sealed finishes.
- Keep wire wrapped and mixed material pieces out of ultrasonic and steam cleaners.
A quick guide by stone
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Amethyst and kunzite — Display away from prolonged direct sunlight, which can fade their colour.
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Selenite — Keep dry and dust gently with a soft brush. This is especially helpful for selenite wands and carved pieces.
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Malachite and chrysocolla in malachite — Stick to a soft, dry cloth. Avoid soaking, salt and acidic cleaners such as vinegar.
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Labradorite and moonstone — Store separately and protect from knocks. Give wrapped pieces a gentle wipe with a soft cloth.
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Opal — Keep away from high heat and sudden temperature changes. Check the care instructions before using water, as solid opals, doublets and triplets can need different care.
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Pearls — Put them on after perfume and makeup, then wipe gently with a soft cloth after wearing. Avoid soaking pearl strands.
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Clear quartz and Herkimer diamonds — Dust loose pieces gently and take care around the points. For wrapped pieces, follow the jewellery care above.
Raw crystals, clusters and sun catchers
Use a clean, soft brush to lift dust from the crevices of a cluster or geode. Support the piece from underneath when moving it, especially if it has delicate points. Hang sun catchers securely indoors. If yours includes a stone that can fade, such as amethyst, choose a spot with bright, indirect light.
Gentle cleansing rituals
If crystal cleansing is part of your personal practice, you can use a dry ritual such as sound from a bell or singing bowl, or place your piece on a dry surface indoors by a window in the moonlight. For removing dust or fingerprints, use the care steps above.
Unsure about a particular piece? Get in touch with me at Connie’s Crystals and I’ll help you choose the gentlest way to care for it.