Care Guide

Care for Your DOTŁ'IZHI

Every piece has its own nature. Leather softens. Beadwork holds the work of patient hands. Silver develops a patina, and natural stones carry their own individual character.

Caring for your piece helps preserve its beauty, character, and life. Use the guide below to give each material the attention it deserves.

LEATHER

Made to be worn. Made to age.

Leather is a natural material that softens and develops character over time. With the right care, those changes become part of its story.

How to care for your leather:

• Keep leather away from excessive moisture, prolonged direct sunlight, and extreme heat.

• If it gets wet, gently blot with a clean, dry cloth and allow it to air-dry naturally.

• Avoid perfumes, lotions, oils, and harsh cleaning products, which can stain or damage the surface.

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

• Avoid folding, crushing, or storing leather under heavy objects.

A note on leather: Natural variations in color, texture, and markings are part of the material's character. Over time, leather may soften, darken, or develop a patina. This is a natural part of its aging process.

BEADWORK

Made by hand. Handle with care.

Beadwork takes time, patience, and intention. Protecting the threads, beads, and structure helps preserve the craftsmanship that makes each piece unique.

How to care for your beadwork:

• Keep beadwork dry and away from prolonged exposure to moisture.

• Remove gently, avoiding pulling, twisting, or stretching the piece.

• Keep away from perfumes, lotions, hairspray, and cleaning products.

• Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid soaking or scrubbing.

• Store flat or in its original packaging to prevent tangling, crushing, and unnecessary tension on the threads.

• Keep away from sharp objects and rough surfaces that may snag or damage the beadwork.

A note on beadwork: Handmade pieces deserve gentle handling. Avoid pulling on threads or individual beads. If a piece becomes damaged or a thread loosens, discontinue wearing it until it can be properly assessed.

SILVER, COPPER & NATURAL STONES

Materials that change with time.

Sterling silver, copper, and natural stones each have their own characteristics. Metals may develop a patina, while natural stones can vary in color, pattern, and texture. These qualities are part of what makes each piece individual.

Sterling Silver

• Gently polish with a clean, soft silver-polishing cloth.

• Avoid household cleaners, abrasive materials, and chemical dips, especially on pieces with stones or intentional darkened details.

• Keep away from chlorine, bleach, and other harsh chemicals.

• Store in a dry place, ideally in an individual pouch or airtight jewelry bag, to help slow tarnishing.

Copper

• Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after wearing.

• Avoid harsh cleaners and abrasive polishing products.

• Store in a dry place away from moisture.

• Understand that copper naturally darkens and develops a patina over time. Skin contact may also leave a temporary green or dark mark, which is a normal reaction to copper and is not necessarily a sign of damage.

Natural Stones

• Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after wearing.

• Avoid prolonged exposure to water, extreme temperatures, and harsh chemicals.

• Protect stones from hard impacts, scratches, and sudden temperature changes.

• Avoid ultrasonic cleaners and steam cleaning, as some stones may be damaged by these methods.

• Store separately from other jewelry to prevent scratches.

A note on natural materials: No two natural stones are exactly alike. Variations in color, pattern, inclusions, and texture are part of their individual character. Some stones are more delicate than others, so gentle care is always best.

A FINAL NOTE

DOTŁ'IZHI pieces are made to be worn, lived in, and kept close. They are not meant to remain untouched in a box, but they do deserve care.

Treat your piece with intention. Let it age naturally. Let it become part of your story.

Wear it like you mean it.