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Packing Your Jewellery For Long-Term Storage

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When it comes to packing jewellery away, there are a few things you need to know before you begin doing so. Many people assume all you need to do is throw your treasured items into a box and seal it up with packing tape. The thing is, packing jewellery is a bit more involved than that!

It doesn’t matter whether you are packing jewellery away to keep safe at storage units in Staples Corner or some other part of the country like Birmingham or Bristol. Nor does it matter what type of jewellery you wish to store, whether it is made of gold, silver, or any other precious metals.

What does matter is that you don’t damage anything during the packing process! The last thing you want to do is open the box up and find that some of your prized possessions got damaged! So, to avoid such a nightmare scenario from happening, it’s worth taking the time to pack everything properly. With that in mind, here is what you need to know:

Have the right materials to hand

Before you do any packing, make sure you have everything you need to pack your valuable jewellery away safely and securely. The materials you will need may vary from this list, but generally speaking here is what you should have to hand:

  • Boxes. You may find that you’ll need some specialist jewellery boxes, depending on the size and metals used to create your valuables;
  • Bubble Wrap. It’s lightweight yet offers a protective buffer between each item in your box, and creates a cushion effect;
  • Foam or Void Fill. Adding foam or loose-fill material adds a second layer of protection to the bubble wrap;
  • Packing Tape. Be sure to choose a premium tape that won’t come undone or tear easily;
  • Scissors. A good quality pair of scissors will make your life easier for cutting strips of packing tape or bubble wrap;
  • Permanent Marker Pen. Useful for noting what’s in each box or writing a reference down that means something only to yourself.

How to pack each item of jewellery

When it comes to packing away earrings, consider using thick pieces of card for them. All you have to do is pierce holes through them and then store your earrings on the card. Be sure to wrap each ‘stored’ set of earrings around a soft cloth, and put them in resealable plastic bags.

For necklaces, it makes sense to store them in dedicated necklace storage boxes lined with velvet or some other soft material. Doing so keeps them presentable and stored in a way where tangles are unlikely to occur.

Are you planning to store some rings? If so, you could buy a lined display case that jewellery shops use. Again, they will be kept in a presentable and safe manner. Plus, they aren’t likely to cause damage to each other because they are some distance away from each other.

Once each item of jewellery is individually packed, you can pack them in a cardboard box using layers of bubble wrap and foam or void fill.

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Popular Holiday Plants That Are Dangerous To Pets

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Holiday plants can enhance the overall feel of your home this Christmas, but you need to make sure that you are not doing this at the risk of your furry friend. A lot of the season specific plants are dangerous for pets, so you need to ensure that you are taking extra care when decorating this year. If you don’t already know what some of these plants are, then it’s a good thing that you have come across this article because we are going to be looking at some of them down below.

Holly

You should really keep your pets away from all types of holly, but English and Christmas are the worst possible options. Your pet could start experiencing vomiting, diarrhoea and gastrointestinal distress if they consume any of the holly. The leaves can also cause your pet a lot of issues as they can irritate the mouth, causing high levels of discomfort and lead to your pet violently shaking their head trying to get rid of the leaf. This in itself is dangerous, so it’s just best to avoid holly altogether.

Mistletoe

The good thing about this is that it is usually hung high up so there is little chance that your pet will even be able to access it. However, if they do get it, then they could be in for a bad time. The mixture of toxalbumin and phoratoxin viscumin is extremely harmful to pets, especially cats and dogs. Some of the signs to look out for that suggest your dog has had mistletoe are problems with breathing, hallucinations and a drop in blood pressure. However, it has been thought that high levels of this can lead to seizures and even death, so do be careful.

Amaryllis

The bulb is the most dangerous part of this flower rather than the petals or leaves. This part of the plant contains toxins like Lycorine and phenanthridine alkaloids. These are extremely dangerous for your pet and can cause drooling, abdominal pain, vomiting and a decrease in appetite. Tremors have also been linked to this plant. It’s probably best to keep all of these plants out of reach of your pets, and instead let them enjoy the best dry puppy food UK pet owners know and love. You know they won’t be ingesting harmful toxins, and they get a tasty treat.

Pine

Finally, pine is bad for your pets. Fir trees contain particular oils that can irritate your dog’s mouth and stomach, which can cause vomiting and pain. Because of the shape of the needles, your pet could also experience a puncture or obstruction in their digestive tract, which is not going to be a very pleasant experience for them. Also make sure that you aren’t letting your pet ingest the water from this plant because even in small doses, it can do a lot of harm.

We hope that you have found this article helpful, and now know some of the popular holiday plants that are dangerous to pets.

 

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Pet Clothes To Try This Holidays    

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With the holiday season virtually on top of us, you’ve no doubt thought long and hard about what you are going to buy your pets. While treats and toys are obvious stocking fillers, clothes should also be on the list. Not only is your pet naked (ahem!), but it’s chilly outside at this time of year – making it the perfect season to get them clothes for wrapping up warm.

Take a look at the following pet clothes to try this time of year.

Chic Sweater

Even with their thick layer of fur, it’s not uncommon for pets to feel a little chilly this time of year. Some owners, therefore, like to try and get their furry friends to slip into sweaters. These jumpers can look as plain or as detailed as you like. Some come with stripes, others with fake-fur trim. Don’t forget the full-blown Santa variety, either.

Dog Tutu

Putting a pit bull in a tutu might sound a little strange, but don’t knock it unless you’ve tried it. A brand new holiday tutu can help your pooch explore its feminine side. Well, that’s the hope, at least.

You can buy tutus from online stores or make one yourself using tulle fabric. If you buy one online, make sure to get one with an elasticated band that holds it onto your dog’s midriff. If you decide to DIY, then keep it short. If it’s too long, it’ll get caught in the hind legs when they run.

A Bow Tie

Of course, you don’t have to stick with proper garments – a bow tie attached to the collar makes a beautiful addition. Never will your pooch look underdressed at a dinner party again.

What’s more, there’s nothing like donning a bow tie before eating the best wet dog food of the year. Just like everyone else, your dog can dress up, look super smart, and enjoy the experience with everyone else.

A Dog Diaper

We’re not saying that your dog necessarily needs a diaper. Your toilet-training skills are not in doubt. What we are saying, however, is that getting your dog to wear a diaper over the holidays can add massively to the cuteness factor.

Dog Coat

You might think that dog jumpers and dog coats are interchangeable, but they’re not. A dog coat is a garment that has a collar that sticks up around the neckline, leaving a gap. A jumper does not.

Dog coats give you all kinds of opportunities to experiment with different doggy looks over the holiday break. You could try experimenting with coats that make your dog look like an inspector, a police officer or a security guard. It’s a lot of fun and helps them feel like a part of the action.

A Scarf

Did you know that you can buy scarves for pets now? Well, it turns out that you can. Pet scarves aren’t like you imagine. They’re not just long pieces of material with frilly ends like human scarves. Instead, they’re more like head sweatbands that tennis players use.

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