We all likely own some gold and/or silver plated jewelry. The cost of plated jewelry is just plain attractive and plated jewelry appears no different then gold or silver pieces. If you're like me (and even if you aren't) then eventually the plated jewelry starts to smell which totally turns you off to ever wanting to wear the piece again. If you're also like the teenage me, you've probably tried...

  Ever noticed that over time your pearls start to lose their luster and can start looking a bit yellow?  Pearls can be very delicate compared to other gemstones because they're porous and soft.  They're prone to being scratched and damaged much more easily because of that.  But with the right care, you can keep your pearls looking absolutely stunning and ensure they last a long time. Don't. Once pearls...

  Let's face it, there's a lot of how to guides on the internet but how can you know if they work or they're legitimate?  We created a simple do and don't guide to help you know which methods works best and what to avoid. Fashion jewelry unlike gold or silver jewelry is often made with metals such as copper, brass, aluminum, nickel silver, and tin.  These metals react with...