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  • New Products ~ See What's New at Charming Chick!

    Posted on February 2, 2012 by Christie

    Have you seen the new products at Charming Chick. We are constantly adding fabulous and fashionable items to our website. Today we are going to be introducing you to some exciting products on the blog. Sit back, enjoy and don't forget that if you are following us on Twitter @Charming_Chick we have a FREE Saver Shipping Twitter-Only coupon code going on now, so hop on over there and take advantage before it expires on February 5th, 2012. Since Valentine's Day is just around the corner these new products make ideal gifts for the holiday.

     

     

     

     

    These earrings are a gorgeous new product. The Antiqued Bronze Heart Hoop earrings are stunning and stylish. Their light weight design makes them easy and comfortable to wear. Bronze adds an eye-catching element to this classic design. Great as a Valentine's Day gift or for any other time of the year.

     

     

     

     

    This Valentine's Day Swarovski Crystal Sterling Silver Heart Bracelet is so beautiful and dainty. The whimsical sterling silver heart charm dangles sweetly from the hand-beaded bracelet. This bracelet features 8mm pink and red Swarovski crystal beads, silver beads, and a sterling silver heart charm. Measures 7 inches long.

     

     

    Another new product here at Charming Chick is this stunning Sterling Silver Floating Heart Pendant. Heart necklaces and the floating heart style is also a hot trend right now in jewelry fashion. It's different than a traditional pendant that uses a bail; instead the chain is threaded right through the middle of the pendant -- the heart floats effortlessly along the chain.

     

     

     

     

    This is one of our sweetest new products. Our Sterling Silver Love Daughter Multi-Charm necklace makes a loving statement to your darling daughter. Multi-charm pendants are very popular trend right now and this one is especially beautiful with the contrast of the two-toned finish. The sterling silver is 14k gold plated.

     

     

    The last new product that we are featuring today is for the 2012 Graduate in your family. This charm is crafted of genuine sterling silver and may be attached to a bracelet, anklet, chain, or earrings. The charm measures 17mm.

     

    We hope you enjoy these new items and don't forget to take advantage of our super low prices on our Clearance Items as well.


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  • How to Care for Your Sterling Silver Jewelry

    Posted on January 21, 2012 by Christie

     

     

    Hopefully you were one of the lucky people to receive a fine quality piece of Charming Chick sterling silver jewelry over the holiday. If you were - or you already own, love and enjoy this gorgeous metal - we have some tips on how to keep it looking it's best. There are just a few things you need to know about silver before we talk about how to care for it.

     

     

     

    Sterling Silver consists of 92.5% silver and 7.5% of another metal, which is usually copper or some other alloy. You can tell if a piece of jewelry is Sterling silver because it is commonly stamped with -- 925 or sterling. Silver is much more abundant than gold and platinum, so the price of the piece is largely determined by the craftsmanship and labor involved in its creation.

     

    As some of you may know, over time sterling silver reacts with the sulfur or hydrogen sulfide in the air and the metal can become tarnished. Tarnish (which appears as black patches) occurs when the compound silver sulfide if formed. It is important to note that silver can react poorly when it comes in contact with other things like; rubber gloves, cleaning products, chlorinated water, perfumes, hairsprays, etc.

     

    How to Reduce Tarnishing:

    To reduce tarnishing, we recommend keeping your sterling silver jewelry in an air-tight protective bag made of tarnish proof cloth or a plastic zip lock bag made of Mylar or polyethylene. Charming Chick stores and ships our jewelry in small zip-lock style bags for this reason. You can continue to store your jewelry in this bag if you wish, or purchase another larger bag for storing your sterling silver collection. If you properly store your sterling silver charms, bracelets, necklaces, anklets, rings, brooches, etc., they will require minimal cleaning to keep that beautiful shine. We also recommend storing it away from other articles that might rub against it and causes scratches. Sometimes wood finishes can contain chemicals that are not good for sterling silver, so avoid storing on wood surfaces.

     

    Cleaning Sterling Silver Jewelry:
    Often you can simply rub your sterling silver jewelry gently with a 100% cotton cloth to remove excess dirt and restore shine. Be sure not to rub too hard, because sterling silver is a soft metal that can be bent and scratched. Also, make sure that the cloth is very clean. Rub in a lengthwise motion, not circular since this can scratch the surfaces. You can use a very soft toothbrush to remove debris in hard to reach crevasses.

    If you would prefer to soak your jewelry to remove dirt that seems to be stuck to the surfaces, add a small amount of very mild detergent to warm water. Do not use a detergent with bleach. You can also use a silver paste cleaner, silver dip polishers or silver polishing spray. Often these cleaners can damage gemstones and crystals (especially Swarovski crystal), so we do not recommend using these methods if your jewelry item is not entirely composed of sterling silver.

     

     

    Helpful tips:

    1. Always remove your jewelry before using abrasive chemicals such as bleach, alcohol, etc.

    2. Clean your jewelry before storing it

    3. Prevent tarnishing by cleaning before the silver becomes tarnished

    4. Lotions can wear away at the finish on your sterling silver, so avoid wearing them on surfaces that come in contact with your jewelry

    5. Remove your sterling silver jewelry when doing household chores

     

    Following these tips will elp to ensure that you will be able to love and enjoy your sterling silver jewelry for many years to come@

     


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  • Personalized Jewelry ~ Classic and Elegant

    Posted on August 19, 2011 by Christie

    At Charming Chick we carry a fantastic selection of personalized jewelry. The items we carry are finely crafted, stylish, versatile and make outstanding gifts. Monogram jewelry is a terrific way to let that special someone know that you are thinking of them. Sterling silver pieces of monogram jewelry are classic, elegant and can be worn and enjoyed for many years to come. We will be featuring just a few of these stylish pieces -- be sure to browse our website to view the our collection.

      


     

    This elegant monogram black onyx pendant on 5-strand seed bead necklace is the perfect accessory to add to your fall wardrobe. This super chic necklace adjusts from 18-20 inches to fit with most necklines. The personalization is a fabulous touch to this piece and is available in four font styles.

     

     

     

    This gorgeous sterling silver toggle bracelet is a wonderful piece of jewelry. It is sure to become a signature piece of jewelry to anyone who receives this. This finely crafted heavy-link bracelet fits in perfectly with any attire. It can be worn daily and the toggle clasp is secure but also stylish as well. The round charm can be personalized for an extra special touch.

     

     

     

     

    Our sterling silver square ring with black lettering is a dramatic and stylish look. It is available in a variety of sizes and the personalization comes in three font styles. This ring definitely makes a statement and will be worn and enjoyed for many wonderful years.

    These beautiful diamond-shaped copper monogram earrings are simply stunning. The euro-wires give the monogram plates perfect amount of movement. The hammered finish adds interest and an artistic touch. Of course the monogram makes these earring especially yours.

    The last item we will feature on the blog today is this sterling silver monogram bangle bracelet. The delicate filigree design is exquisite. It is a true heirloom piece which will be worn for generations to come. The bracelet is oval to keep the filigree monogram on top. The bangle opens easily on the side with and open hook clasp and it is available in 7 or 8 inch.


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