Homemade Jewelry Cleaner Recipes

JEWELRY CLEANER

Steps:

• Heat water in the microwave for 1 or 2 minutes.
• Cut a piece of aluminum foil that roughly covers the bottom of a small bowl (like a cereal bowl).
• Pour hot water into bowl. Place salt, soda, and dishwashing liquid into bowl. Place jewelry on top of foil and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse jewelry in cool water and dry jewelry completely with soft cloth. Discard solution after use and make a new batch next time.
• According to wire-sculpture.com, "this works well for gold-filled, brass, german (nickel) silver, and sterling silver. I have even cleaned jewelry with freshwater pearls, shell cameos and mother of pearl with no problem.".

ALLIE'S HOMEMADE JEWELRY CLEANER

Steps:

• Pour water into a microwave-safe mug or bowl. Heat in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes.
• Line the bottom of a cereal bowl with aluminum foil. Pour hot water into the bowl. Add salt, baking soda, and dish detergent; do not stir. Place jewelry on top of foil. Let soak for 5 to 10 minutes.
• Rinse jewelry in cool water and dry well with a soft cloth.

HOMEMADE JEWELRY CLEANER

Steps:

• Gather your ingredients and equipment together.
• Heat water in microwave for one minute.Add in salt, baking soda, and castile soap.Mix thoroughly.
• Pour in small containers.Place jewelry into mixture for 10-15 minutes.
• Remove from mixture, run under warm water, and gently scrub and clean with soft bristled brush (I often use a soft toothbrush), if desired.Rinse well with hot water and thoroughly dry the jewelry pieces.Discard mixture leftovers.

HOMEMADE JEWELRY CLEANER

Steps:

• Add hot water and baking soda to a small bowl, and stir. Add pieces of jewelry to the water/baking soda mixture, and allow to sit for several minutes. If there are any crevices, you can use an old toothbrush to remove any debris. Remove, and rub off any spots with a clean towel.