Many brides want jewelry they can wear for years to come, to remind them of their special day.   Pearls are the oldest gemstone and were once considered the most valuable. They represent purity, and no two are alike.  They also make lovely pearl (30 year) wedding anniversary gifts.

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Many brides want jewelry they can wear for years to come, to remind them of their special day.   Pearls are the oldest gemstone and were once considered the most valuable. They represent purity, and no two are alike.  The Nicole Barr bridal collection will match any outfit and also make lovely pearl (30 year) wedding anniversary gifts. See the collection...

1st Year – Gold Jewelry

2^nd Year – Garnet

3^rd Year – Pearls

4^th Year – Blue Topaz

5^th Year – Sapphire

6^th Year – Amethyst

7^th Year – Onyx

8^th Year – Tourmaline

9^th Year – Lapis Lazuli

10^th Year – Diamond Jewelry

11^th Year – Turquoise

12^th Year – Jade

13^th Year – Citrine

14^th Year – Opal

15^th Year - Ruby

16^th Year – Peridot

17^th Year – Watches

18^th year – Cat’s Eye (Chrysoberyl)

19^th Year – Aquamarine

20^th Year – Emerald

21^st Year – Iolite

22^nd Year – Spinel

23^rd Year – Imperial Topaz

24^th Year – Tanzanite

25^th Year – Silver Jubilee

30^th Year – Pearl Jubilee

35^th Year – Emerald

40^th Year – Ruby

45^th Year - Sapphire

50^th Year – Golden Jubilee

55^th Year – Alexandrite

60^th Year – Diamond Jubilee

70^th Year – Sapphire Jubilee

80^th Year – Ruby Jubilee

Tools and Materials 

* Tissue paper

* Soft cloths

* A bowl

* A nylon stocking

* Liquid detergent

* A toothbrush

* A jewelry cloth 

Step 1 – Handling Your Enamel Jewelry

Be careful whenever you are handling your enamel jewelry. Accidentally dropping it could cause chips in the enamel.

Step 2 – Soaking Your Jewelry

Carefully place your jewelry in the nylon stocking. Set the stocking of jewelery in a large plastic bowl. Pour lukewarm water over the jewelry until it is covered. Add about three squirts of liquid detergent to the water. Gently agitate the water with the stocking. Allow the jewelry to sit in the warm, soapy water for about 10 minutes.

Step 3 – Cleaning Your Jewelry

Carefully remove the pieces from the nylon stocking. Place them on a soft cloth. Use the toothbrush to carefully and gently clean any stuck on dirt and residue. Be sure to clean all of the fine design work. Rinse the jewelry in cool, clear water. If you run them under the tap, be sure the sink stopper is securely in place. Do not use tap water if it is hard, as hard water can leave spots. If you have hard water, use bottled or distilled water instead.

Step 4 – Drying Your Jewelry

Place jewelry on the soft cloth to dry. Gently pat dry with another cloth. If possible, use a hair dryer to dry off any excess moisture. Be sure the hair dryer is set to low heat before you use it. This will prevent any heat damage.

Step 5 – Polishing Your Jewelry

Use a soft cloth to polish the enamel and gold and silver. Rub the jewelry in small circular motions until the enamel and the gold and silver begin to shine.

Step 6 – Wrapping Your Jewelry

Place jewelry on tissue paper and wrap it up before you put it way. The paper will protect the glass from accidental scratches and chips. Place the wrapped pieces of jewelery in a separate storage box. This will prevent them from being bumped against other items and becoming accidentally damaged.

Step 7 – Maintenance Between Cleanings

Use a jewelry cloth to wipe any residue from your jewellery after you take it off. Remove your jewelry if you are using household cleaners or applying hand cream or perfume. 

Caring for your enamel jewelry in this way will preserve its beauty for many years.

A charm bracelet, individual charms, earrings and pendants all retail from £30 - £200 in multiple colours per design.

The collection was created in response to requests from our customers on the eastern seaboard areas of the U.S. for more nautical themes. However, the designs have proved equally popular in the U.K.  See collection.

Create an event at your shop by hosting an Enamel Day.  It’s an easy way to attract new customers as well as educate and sell to your existing customers. Enamel is our speciality and we’d love to help make your event a success. Here are some ideas for how to organize it.

1. Contact your Nicole Barr sales representative as soon as possible.  We will do everything possible to support your Enamel Day. 

2. Choose your date as soon as possible – and send invitations to your database of customers, advertise in the local paper, hand out invitations to customers in your shop, post a notice on your website and also in the shop. Inform the local newspaper if there’s an opportunity for free publicity before or after the event. 

3. Offer free refreshments (e.g. wine and cheese, cold drinks, snacks) and a doorprize(s) for everyone attending. (an opportunity to collect names, addresses and email addresses for your next event!) Nicole Barr will donate a free jewellery item as a doorprize. Other enamel suppliers may also wish to participate. 

4. Goals for the day: Build Customer Relations – Inform – Sell 

5. Have enough enamel jewellery stock on hand to have a good display and choice. (Place your order 8 weeks before the event.) 

6. Your Nicole Barr representative may also be able to attend with their sample cases to offer more choice – and an opportunity for additional special orders. They can also answer questions about the Art of Enamelling. 

7. Nicole Barr Art of Enamelling brochures can be provided to give to each customer – explaining the techniques like plique-a-jour,  basse-taille and champleve.

8. One U.K. retailer who had a successful Enamel Day gave each customer a goodie bag with a jewellers loop. This was a big hit and emphasized the quality his customers have come to appreciate. 

9. Take photos on the day – of visitors and the door prize winners.  These can generate more free publicity after the event with the local paper and on your website. 

For more information or help with your event, contact us.