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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1989-02-15, Page 32Page 26 ct: Decorate your new home together with that Special touch Let us co-ordinate with quality furnishings & flooring & window fashions at affordable prices BRJDES' 89 Travel with fine jewellery Your fine jewellery should be enjoyed both at home and when you travel. A lit- tle thought and careful planning will enable you to keep it safe and in the best condition while having the fun of wearing it on any type of excursion. Jewellery care is especially important when you travel since there is greater risk of scratching precious metal sur- faces and chipping gemstones. To keep your precious jewels safe and in tact, take some precautionary measures. Purchase a carry -all especially design- ed for jewellery travel. These are available in all price ranges and come in a variety of sizes, materials and shapes. In addition, many have velvet pads in- side to attach pins and earrings, and special compartments for bracelets, necklaces and rings. Most styles, like the popular jewellery roll or circular zippered "drum" case, are compact and convenient enough to carry in a pocketbook or suitcase. To keep your gold jewellery looking lustrous, it's a good idea to clean them every few days. This is easy if you pack a small plastic bottle of prepared jewellery cleaner in with your cosmetics. However, a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water will do an efficient job in out-of-town situations where cleaner is not readily available. First, dip in solu- tion, rinse with water, then use a soft buf- fing pad, chamois or tissue to wipe off any residue. To keep your gold jewellery in top con- dition, avoid exposure to chlorinated water for extended periods of time. Chlorine may pit and discolour gold, as well as wear clown the alloys used in I4kt and 18kt jewellery. It can also weaken gold chain links and ring prong settings. Unless the degree of water resistance was clearly specified when you bought your gold watch, don't risk wearing it in- to the shower, swimming pool or ocean. When participating in vigorous ac- tivities such as tennis, volleyball, golf or jogging, wear a choker -length chain and simple earrings, such as classic knots or thin wire hoops, rather than fine pieces such as long chains, intricate cuffs or rings with high settings. Due to their fragile nature such items may become loose within their prong set- tings and, depending on their durability, will be subject to chipping and scratching if roughly treated. When staying at a hotel, keep the jewellery you're not wearing in its vault. There is generally no charge for this service. Also check with your insurance agent to see if there are other precautions you should take. Bon voyage!" _cried ift Interior Decorating consulting available wig _WAR' LOVE THE N E W -44 PRODUCTS. Fine Furniture and Flooring furniture & flooring ELORA MILL Second Plate $55,00 467 Main St., Exeter 235-0173 THE PUMP - 41/2"x 63/4" FRAMED REPRODUCTION $40.00 12"x 18" $170.00 AUTHORIZED DEALER "a"Specialit i g i, Linitet3l; jtiort'>lector plates,rFrames,: 411eolible vas, Clowns,gfits,;etc. 116URAI:lotortAlt. 10, titn.-S !' 36A tkiNGATEST.,GODLRICH,424-0 45 R`t T., <1:12NTON 4624211