Far less daunting than re-organizing your wardrobe, cleaning out and curating your jewelry collection is a fun and sparkling way to spend some time. It also often includes joyful trips down memory lane that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and happy. Here’s 5 tips for caring for and creating a jewelry collection that you’ll love and be proud to pass down through multiple generations.

A behind the scenes look at the Portraits of a Lady editorial featuring the Sylphide Collection by Michelle Pajak-Reynolds

Inspired by the legend of prima ballerina, Marie Taglioni, dancing under the stars on a winter’s night, the Sylphide collection is rich in mysterious geodes, shimmering sillimanite and clusters of twinkling raw diamonds and champagne zircons.  Graceful and elegant, these designs celebrate and re-imagine that magical moment as contemporary one-of-a-kind wearable works of art.

Take a look inside Squirrel City Jewelers, now featuring Michelle Pajak-Reynolds jewelry.

Spring-cleaning isn’t just for closets and junk drawers; it’s also great for your jewelry box.  Knowing how to properly care for your jewelry makes a significant difference in maintaining its beauty and heirloom quality for generations to come.  Here are my top 6 tips for how to care for your bejeweled treasures.