[Jewelry making - Article 01139] - Re: [Orchid] Tarnish remover use aluminium foil

[Karen Trimble Shell]

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Kimberly and group,

    Richard is correct, wet silk stretches terribly. I ran into that
    problem with a zillion 2mm beads strung on multiple strands and a
    gigantic pendant. Even random knots didn't save the situation. The
    whole piece got longer and longer the more I tried to clean the clasp
    and pendant. But after many tears, and deep breathing exercises, I
    got my trusty hair drier, laid the piece on a towel, and blew a
    gentle warm flow of air back and forth and voila, the silk shrunk back
    to normal. I would recommend this in an emergency, but as Richard
    advised, avoid getting the silk wet. A polishing cloth, albeit not
    fun, is the best bet. 

Happy New and Prosperous Year to All!
Karen

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