Materials + Care Information

Each piece is made start-to-finish with meticulous care and intention, using sustainable materials and practices.

The following information is a guide to commonly used materials. Please consult the individual listings for detailed materials information on each unique piece.

GOLD-FILLED

  • A solid layer of gold mechanically bonded to a core base metal. Provides durable wearability with proper care. Keep away from harsh chemicals and environments, and prolonged exposure to moisture.

  • To clean, use a soft brush and warm soapy water; taking care to avoid pearls, stones, and thread.

HAND-KNOTTED / BEADED STRANDS

  • All knotted pieces are constructed with a strong nylon blend thread, and longevity as the ultimate goal. Whether knotted or strung, take care to avoid stretching or snagging the strand - jewelry is not indestructible. All clasps and hardware are either gold-filled, or solid brass, sterling silver, or gold. Please consult the specific listing for details.

    Most importantly - avoid moisture, products and chemicals, as it will damage stones and thread. 

  • To clean the clasp and surrounding metal hardware periodically, use a soft brush and warm soapy water; taking care to avoid pearls, stones, and thread.

    With normal wear, some stretching of the thread is to be expected. After many years, you may wish to re-string your strand - please contact rbd for information.

Care + Keeping


While MP jewelry is made to last, regular care and cleaning is vitally important. Over its lifetime, all jewelry will show signs of regular wear.

If any damage occurs, please contact me and I will do my best to repair, refresh or repurpose your jewelry to get it back to life.