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Are Colored Pearls Less Valueable?

By Tara Andrews
December 31st, 2009







So which color pearls are on your wish list?

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How Can I Clean My String of Pearls?

By Tara Andrews
December 17th, 2009

One of the most common questions that I am always asked is: “How can I clean my pearls?” To understand how to safely clean your pearls, you need to remember what they are.

Pearls are organic in nature and porous which means that they are easily damaged by harsh chemicals and can be scratched easily by rough or abrasive materials. You should never clean your pearls with chemical dips or cleansers. This can damage the pearls and make them more susceptible to picking up more dirt.

To clean a strand of pearls:

  1. Get a clean soft cloth such as cotton or microfiber. Pick something that is not abrasive and has little to no lint.
  2. Dampen the cloth and gently roll the string of pearls in the cloth. Be gentle and do not rub too hard on the silk string. When silk is wet, it can be damaged easily by rubbing it too hard.
  3. Once the pearls are clean lay them on a flat surface and allow them to dry completely.

To prevent them from building up dirt from every day wear you can also keep a clean dry microfibre cloth close to your jewelry box and when you put them away use the dry cloth to gently run over the strand a few times. This removes any dirt or natural oils from the surface of the pearls which can attract dirt as it builds up over time.

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Why Should Pearls Be Hand Knotted?

By Tara Andrews
December 11th, 2009

Knotted Pearls

Knotted Pearls

Pearl necklaces can be bought with knots between each pearl or simply strung onto thread or beading wire. There are many advantages to buying hand knotted pearls.

When pearls are hand knotted, the knot between the pearls protects them from bumping into each other on the strand. As the pearls rub against each other, they can slowly develop scratches and fractures. Dirt and other pollutants like perfume, makeup, and hairspray can get into the fractures which can damage them over time.

Another advantage to knotted pearls is that they have much more movement than un-knotted pearls. Since there is more room between the pearls, the necklace or bracelet is able to hang more easily and can move when you move. Un-knotted pearls have less movement and when strung tightly can look more like a rigid necklace than a string of pearls. Many sellers these days are selling their pearls without having knots between them.

The biggest advantage of buying hand knotted pearls is if the strand breaks, you will only lose one pearl since there are knots between each one. Imagine an un-knotted pearl necklace breaking and all the pearls end up scattered all over the floor.

So if you want to keep your pearls safe and reduce their wear and tear, search for bracelets and necklaces that are hand knotted.


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