MILLER DESIGNS
Gail Barker Miller
Chebeague Island, Maine
Miller Designs jewelry is as beautiful and simple as the Maine island where it is created. The love of favorite animals, hobbies, symbols, and seasonal specialties are formed in your choice of copper, nickel, or brass. A great gift for someone with a special passion or a way to show your favorite things.
Barrettes - Beautiful and functional accessories for your hair. Each design is available in your choice of brass, nickel or copper
These butterflies are delicately designed and detailed, giving that feeling that butterflies are free even if you don‘t always want your hair to be.
Three cats are too many for some households but just right to comfortably hold back long hair.
Three Cats Barrette: 3-1/8" long $15.00
Just in time for fall, a great seasonal look to celebrate the harvest.
Three Pumpkins Barrette: 2-3/4" long $15.00
Everyone loves hearts, and this arrangement shows them off beautifully.
Pigs are just plain fun. What a great gift for the many pig collectors out there.
Three Hearts Barrette: 3-1/8" long $14.00
Three Pigs Barrette: 3-1/8" long $13.00
We always like to hear from our customers. Please contact us any time you have a question, suggestion, or comment. We'll listen!
Please choose the metal you want at checkout time.
Cleaning your Jewelry
If using a mild jewelry cleaning solution, pour the solution into a clean bowl. You can also make your own solution by combining lukewarm water and mild dish washing liquid. (2 tablespoons of dish washing liquid to 1 quart of water.)
...For items with gemstones, place the piece in a strainer and set the strainer on top of the bowl so that the solution comes through the strainer and completely surrounds the piece. (The strainer will catch any stones that might possibly fall out.) For other items, simply place the piece in the bowl.
...Soak the item for 10 to 20 minutes. (It is important to soak the piece long enough to soften and loosen any residue and dirt.)
...For items with gemstones, remove the strainer to a large towel and inspect your jewelry to make sure that all the stones are in place.
...Thoroughly, but gently, brush the top, sides and bottom of the piece with a soft brush to remove the softened residue. For gemstones, you should also brush the underside of the stone. Use a toothpick to reach crevices and other hard to reach areas
...Rinse with clean water.
...Thoroughly dry with a cloth that is soft, dry and clean. If you are to store the piece immediately after cleaning, you should leave the piece on a towel for an extended period of time to ensure that it is completely dry.
...If all the residue has not been removed, repeat the above steps as needed.
Excerpt from Jewlery Care Tips, Winter Branch Jewelry
When cleaning your jewelry, it’s satisfying to watch your cherished items turn from dull and drab to shiny and bright. And it takes just a few easy steps to restore your jewelry’s brilliance and luster. This section provides you with a simple method that will help you clean your jewelry as effectively and safely as possible.
Lukewarm water
Mild dish washing liquid or a mild jewelry cleaning solution
Fine mesh plastic or stainless steel strainer (for items with gemstones)
Very soft, clean, dry cloth (Any dust or dirt on the cloth may scratch the piece.)
If you are using a commercial jewelry cleaner, always follow the directions for that particular cleaning product. It is also very important to maintain the freshness of the cleaner by storing it in a tightly sealed container. A stale or contaminated cleaner may be ineffective or even damage your jewelry. Check to see if your jewelry cleaner indicates a shelf life or expiration date.
