Spring cleaning starts to become addictive. As I start to deep clean my house it is refreshed for spring and I see things in the new light of spring’s sunshine as the winter clouds fade away. Freshly organized kitchen drawers, recently cleaned out closets and sparkling bathrooms are a satisfying site. But now I will admit that some kind of spring cleaning bug has bitten me. What else needs to be cleaned? This question is constantly running through my mind. (unfortunately there is no shortage of answers to this question) As look over what else I can clean I am drawn to my jewelry box.

Rings, necklaces and earrings that have sat tuck away have also begun to lose their luster. Over time metal will oxidize and gather a dingy and dirty appearance. Even my well wore wedding ring bears signs of dirt that has magnetized it’s self to the band and I am carrying it with me every where I go. (yuck!) So I set out to find a way to bring back their sparkle and luckily this is an easy fix!

DIY jewelry cleaner is a simple solution that you can mix up right in your kitchen. Most of these household ingredients you will have on hand. It’s safe and friendly toward the environment. Follow these simple step to bring the sparkle back to your accessories.

DIY Jewelry Cleaner

1 TBS Salt
1 TBS Baking Soda
1 TBS Liquid Dish Soap
1 Cup Water
1 Piece Aluminum Foil

Small bowl

Step 1 – Heat the water in the microwave for about 2 minutes.

Step 2 – Cover the bottom of a small bowl with the aluminum foil.

Step 3 – Pour the hot water into the bowl. Add the salt, baking soda, and liquid dish soap to the water. Stir together gently.

Step 4 – Place jewelry on the top of the foil and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse with cool water and dry with a soft cloth. Discard solution after each use.