ARAMSE ARAMSE

Caring for your pieces

Nothing we sell was made to be thrown away. With a little care, these pieces will keep their character for decades, and gather more of it along the way.

Brass jewellery

Brass is a living metal. Over time it deepens from bright gold to a warm, honeyed glow, and that patina is part of its beauty.

Take it off before swimming, showering or exercise.
Put perfume and lotion on first, then your jewellery.
Store each piece in a soft pouch or a sealed bag, away from damp.
To bring back the shine, polish gently with a soft cloth and a little brass cleaner.

Brass can leave a faint green mark on some skin. It's harmless and washes straight off. A thin coat of clear nail varnish on the inside of a ring or cuff will stop it.

Brass padlocks and decorative brass

Dust with a soft, dry cloth. Many collectors leave the patina exactly as it is, because it tells the story of the piece. If you prefer a brighter finish, use a brass polish sparingly and keep it away from any painted or enamelled detail. Our padlocks are decorative pieces, not rated security locks.

Wall hangings and embroidered textiles

Many of our textiles are pieced together from reclaimed fabric, and every scrap has had a life before.

Hang them away from direct sunlight, which fades even the strongest colours.
Shake out dust gently, or use a low-suction vacuum through a fine mesh.
Spot clean with cool water. For a deeper clean, choose a specialist dry cleaner.
Folding creases soften within days of hanging, or steam gently from the back.

Wool shawls

Hand wash in cool water with a gentle wool wash, or dry clean. Press out water in a towel, never wring, and dry flat. Store folded with cedar or lavender to keep moths away.

Leather

Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and let it dry naturally, away from radiators and sun. Feed it with a leather conditioner a few times a year and it will only grow richer.