How to Straighten Kinked Jewelry Wire Without Damaging the Surface

You pull out your favorite necklace after months in storage. A sharp kink twists the chain right in the middle. It happened from tight coiling or daily wear that caused unnoticed bends. Kinks form easily in jewelry wire. Twisting during use or poor storage leads to these problems. Fixing them keeps the shine and value … Read more

Beginner’s Guide to Restringing a Broken Pearl Necklace

You pull out that old pearl necklace from a drawer. It’s in pieces after years of storage. The clasp broke long ago, and pearls scatter everywhere. Don’t toss it. You can fix it yourself and save money over a jeweler’s fee. Restringing at home keeps the sentimental value intact. It costs under $20 in supplies. … Read more