To care for your seed bead earrings, keep them dry, avoiding water and humidity to prevent thread shrinkage and fading. Store them in a dry, flat, or hanging position away from direct sunlight to maintain bead color and thread shape. Avoid chemicals like perfumes and lotions that can damage beads. For cleaning, gently use a soft, dry cloth or a specialized jewelry polishing cloth to clean the beads and metal findings.

Storage & Handling
• Keep them dry: Avoid wearing them in water (shower, pool, bath) and in humid environments.
• Store away from sunlight: Direct sun can fade bead colors over time.
• Store flat or hung: Laying them flat or hanging them helps the thread stay straight and prevents the fringe from wrinkling. Use a jewelry bag or box for protection.
• Handle with care: Be gentle and avoid pulling the fringe.

Cleaning & Maintenance
• Clean with a dry cloth: For dust, use a dry, soft cloth or Q-tips to gently wipe the beads.
• Spot clean backings: For Ultra Suede backing, use a small amount of rubbing alcohol on a clean cloth.
• Use a polishing cloth for metal: Gently rub any tarnished metal findings with a jewelry polishing cloth.
• Avoid chemicals: Keep earrings away from perfumes, lotions, hairspray, and other beauty products, as they can contain harsh chemicals that damage the beads.

Dealing with Issues
• Wet fringe:
If the fringe gets wet, hang the earrings to dry, or gently roll them on a clean, flat cloth to help the fringe dry straight.
•Kinked fringe:
To straighten a kinked fringe, carefully tape the earring to a flat surface with the fringe straightened, using a tape that won't leave residue, such as Washi tape.
• Broken thread:
Do not cut loose thread. Contact the original maker for repair, as they often offer this service for handmade earrings.