Care and Cleaning of Hand Stamped Jewelry:
* Solid .925 Sterling Silver and 14K gold fill materials are used in creating Tickle Bug Jewelry. Our latest Expandable Bracelets are hypoallergenic Stainless Steel and feature Sterling Silver components and charms. Our Tickle Bug Kidz line uses lightweight aluminum along with Sterling Silver chains. Finally, the Men's line uses rugged Stainless Steel for a beautiful finish. With care, your treasured piece should last a lifetime!
Our Materials:
Sterling Silver:
* Our Sterling Silver pieces are solid 925 Sterling Silver. We never use "plated" metals, and you can be sure that the jewelry made for you is created with the highest quality components.
* Hypoallergenic for most people
* Valuable and High Quality
14K Gold-filled:
* Gold fill is permanent layers of gold pressure bonded to another metal, usually brass or copper. It is hundreds of times thicker than “gold-plated”, more valuable, and will not flake off, rub off, or turn colors! It will last as long as 14K gold!
* Anyone who can wear gold can also wear gold-filled without worries of an allergic reaction.
* Use polishing cloths to shine up your beautiful gold-filled jewelry. Please do not use chemical cleaners, as they will remove the oxidization that darkens your lettering.
Rose Gold-filled:
* Rose Gold fill is permanent layers of rose gold pressure bonded to another metal, usually brass or copper. It is hundreds of times thicker than “gold-plated”, more valuable, and will not flake off, rub off, or turn colors! It will last as long as rose gold!
* Anyone who can wear Rose Gold can also wear Rose Gold-filled without worries of an allergic reaction.
* Use polishing cloths to shine up your beautiful Rose Gold-filled jewelry. Please do not use chemical cleaners, as they will remove the oxidization that darkens your lettering.
Stainless Steel:
* Extremely durable
* Hypoallergenic
* Does Not Tarnish
Pewter:
* Our USA-Made Pewter is lead and cadmium free.
* Beautiful alternative to the more expensive Sterling Silver.
* Hand Casted and Rustic-Chic
* Ages beautifully with a darkened patina. Want to keep it shiny and bright? Just simply wipe with our Pro-Polish pads found here: http://www.ticklebugjewelry.com/store/p301/Pro_Polish_Pads-_Add_to_your_order_to_keep_your_Sterling_Silver_shining_like_new%21.html
Brass/NuGold:
* We have added a new line of beautiful personalized NuGold/Jewelers Brass cuff bracelets as an economical and versatile choice! Brass may tarnish sooner than sterling silver, however cleans up very easily with our white Pro-Polish pads and is very durable! Are you getting a color change on your skin? This is a chemical reaction to the salts in your skin. Please clean your bracelet using our Pro-Polish pads. Good as new! Find our Pro-Polish pads for purchase here: http://www.ticklebugjewelry.com/store/p301/Pro_Polish_Pads-_Add_to_your_order_to_keep_your_Sterling_Silver_shining_like_new%21.html
Tickle Bug Kidz Aluminum pendants:
* Created with the same love and care as the original line, Tickle Bug Kidz features strong 18” sterling silver ball chains, hand-stamped personalization, Swarovski crystal birthstones, and lightweight aluminum pendants. Aluminum is a great economical and kid-friendly way to get the look of a high-end piece!
* Aluminum is tarnish resistant and allergy friendly!
* Design shapes feature guitar picks, hearts and dog tags…perfect for that special boy or girl!
Tarnish Information:
* Please understand that quality metals such as Sterling Silver, Brass, and Pewter naturally tarnish over time, but there are some ways to keep your heirloom quality pieces looking like new!
* Never use chemical jewelry cleaners, especially with hand-stamped oxidized pieces. It is too harsh and will remove the darkened lettering.
* Instead, Pro Polish pads, available here: http://www.ticklebugjewelry.com/store/p301/Pro_Polish_Pads-_Add_to_your_order_to_keep_your_Sterling_Silver_shining_like_new%21.html are the best way to rub off that surface tarnish.
* Tarnish is caused by air, oils, makeup, perfume, and moisture. Jewelry should be the first thing you take off at night and the last thing you put on in the morning. The more you wear your jewelry, the more your body naturally polishes and prevents tarnish from forming!
* Your Tickle Bug Jewelry comes with a beautiful gift box and purple jewelry cleaning cloth. Wipe your piece to clean before storing jewelry in an airtight bag. Use the Pro-Polish pads available for purchase to remove any tarnish and small scratches.
Our Materials:
Sterling Silver:
* Our Sterling Silver pieces are solid 925 Sterling Silver. We never use "plated" metals, and you can be sure that the jewelry made for you is created with the highest quality components.
* Hypoallergenic for most people
* Valuable and High Quality
14K Gold-filled:
* Gold fill is permanent layers of gold pressure bonded to another metal, usually brass or copper. It is hundreds of times thicker than “gold-plated”, more valuable, and will not flake off, rub off, or turn colors! It will last as long as 14K gold!
* Anyone who can wear gold can also wear gold-filled without worries of an allergic reaction.
* Use polishing cloths to shine up your beautiful gold-filled jewelry. Please do not use chemical cleaners, as they will remove the oxidization that darkens your lettering.
Rose Gold-filled:
* Rose Gold fill is permanent layers of rose gold pressure bonded to another metal, usually brass or copper. It is hundreds of times thicker than “gold-plated”, more valuable, and will not flake off, rub off, or turn colors! It will last as long as rose gold!
* Anyone who can wear Rose Gold can also wear Rose Gold-filled without worries of an allergic reaction.
* Use polishing cloths to shine up your beautiful Rose Gold-filled jewelry. Please do not use chemical cleaners, as they will remove the oxidization that darkens your lettering.
Stainless Steel:
* Extremely durable
* Hypoallergenic
* Does Not Tarnish
Pewter:
* Our USA-Made Pewter is lead and cadmium free.
* Beautiful alternative to the more expensive Sterling Silver.
* Hand Casted and Rustic-Chic
* Ages beautifully with a darkened patina. Want to keep it shiny and bright? Just simply wipe with our Pro-Polish pads found here: http://www.ticklebugjewelry.com/store/p301/Pro_Polish_Pads-_Add_to_your_order_to_keep_your_Sterling_Silver_shining_like_new%21.html
Brass/NuGold:
* We have added a new line of beautiful personalized NuGold/Jewelers Brass cuff bracelets as an economical and versatile choice! Brass may tarnish sooner than sterling silver, however cleans up very easily with our white Pro-Polish pads and is very durable! Are you getting a color change on your skin? This is a chemical reaction to the salts in your skin. Please clean your bracelet using our Pro-Polish pads. Good as new! Find our Pro-Polish pads for purchase here: http://www.ticklebugjewelry.com/store/p301/Pro_Polish_Pads-_Add_to_your_order_to_keep_your_Sterling_Silver_shining_like_new%21.html
Tickle Bug Kidz Aluminum pendants:
* Created with the same love and care as the original line, Tickle Bug Kidz features strong 18” sterling silver ball chains, hand-stamped personalization, Swarovski crystal birthstones, and lightweight aluminum pendants. Aluminum is a great economical and kid-friendly way to get the look of a high-end piece!
* Aluminum is tarnish resistant and allergy friendly!
* Design shapes feature guitar picks, hearts and dog tags…perfect for that special boy or girl!
Tarnish Information:
* Please understand that quality metals such as Sterling Silver, Brass, and Pewter naturally tarnish over time, but there are some ways to keep your heirloom quality pieces looking like new!
* Never use chemical jewelry cleaners, especially with hand-stamped oxidized pieces. It is too harsh and will remove the darkened lettering.
* Instead, Pro Polish pads, available here: http://www.ticklebugjewelry.com/store/p301/Pro_Polish_Pads-_Add_to_your_order_to_keep_your_Sterling_Silver_shining_like_new%21.html are the best way to rub off that surface tarnish.
* Tarnish is caused by air, oils, makeup, perfume, and moisture. Jewelry should be the first thing you take off at night and the last thing you put on in the morning. The more you wear your jewelry, the more your body naturally polishes and prevents tarnish from forming!
* Your Tickle Bug Jewelry comes with a beautiful gift box and purple jewelry cleaning cloth. Wipe your piece to clean before storing jewelry in an airtight bag. Use the Pro-Polish pads available for purchase to remove any tarnish and small scratches.
I will take every opportunity to make sure that you are absolutely satisfied, however due to the personalization of the pieces, I cannot offer refunds. Any problems or questions should be directed to me immediately so we can resolve any issues quickly. I treasure my customers and vow to make it right! Thank you for supporting handmade!
