Handcrafted Jewelry by Rachel Weaver
About
Welcome to Dirl Weaver Designs!
My name is Rachel "Dirl" Weaver.
Dirl is a nickname given to me by my husband of 33 years, Kenny Weaver, Jr.
I am mom to our two rescue pups
Gracie & Chewy Weaver.
I have always had a passion for seeking the natural beauty in things and enjoy working with my hands to create custom pieces of wearable art. I've worked with many mediums and materials. If it inspires me it will become a work of art.
I'm glad we have found each other and am grateful for your interest in my jewelry making journey!
Rachel "Dirl" Weaver
FAQ
Payments
I accept payments via Venmo, PayPal, and all major credit or debit cards. Payment must be made in full and have cleared before the item will be shipped.
You don't need a Paypal account to check out using Paypal. Once you are ready to purchase you will be taken to Paypal's website where you enter your name, shipping address and your choice of payment type. After reviewing your information you can choose to save by creating a Paypal account or continue without creating an account at all.
Returns/Exchanges
All of my items are handmade/forged. You should be aware that if beads or natural stones are used the colors on your monitor might be slightly different than color of the actual piece. I take all of my photographs with outdoor lighting to keep them as true as possible.
If for some reason you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can make an exchange for shop credit only. Your item must be sent back to Dirl Weaver Designs, LLC at your cost within 8 days of receiving it. The item must be received in the
same state and same packaging as it was
originally shipped.
If you have any question about an item please send a message prior to your purchase, thank you!
Shipping
Dirl Weaver Designs, LLC ships from Mandeville, Louisiana. I use a standard postage rate, insurance and tracking can be added upon request for an additional cost.
Your purchase will be shipped within 1-3 business days after the payment is complete.
Please allow up to 6 weeks, for shipments outside USA.
Dirl Weaver Designs, LLC is not responsible for any duty taxes or lost packages.
Your items will be shipped to the address you list at checkout.
Privacy
All information requested by Dirl Weaver Designs, LLC is used for our personal mail list and marketing. Your information will never be sold by Dirl Weaver Designs to third parties.
Security
All security on our Website is treated seriously. Where applicable, we undertake security steps, including use of SSL technology, on our back-end systems that store customer account information and to protect data transmissions. However, this is not a guarantee that such data transmissions cannot be accessed, altered or deleted due to firewall or other security software failures.
If you have any further concerns about security, please email our Customer Service team at dirlweaver@icloud.com
Caring for your 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry
Tarnish
Your silver will tarnish for a variety of reasons and it is unavoidable. Tarnish occurs as a result of silver reacting
with Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) and Sulphur Dioxide (SO2)
in the air. In some areas depending on where you live, your silver will tarnish much quicker because of humidity.
Avoid Exposure
The oils in your skin act as a natural polishing agent, but you should always remove your jewelry when doing house hold chores or cleaning tasks. Direct sunlight should also be avoided so remember to cover your jewelry when you take it off to sun bathe or to swim.
Exposure that should be avoided:
Hair products such as dyes and hairsprays
Swimming (chlorinated and salt water)
Perspiration during exercise
Detergents that may contain phosphates
Cosmetics, body lotions, perfumes, sunscreens, oils
Foods including onion, egg yolk, mustard, salt, vinegar, salad dressings and olives
Paint thinners and, nail polish remover (containing acetone), bleach, ammonia and alcohol
All of the above may cause damage to your silver.
Polishing
For general maintenance use a gentle polishing cloth to buff and rub away mild tarnish. Polishing cloths work well and they can be used over and over. Polishing regularly keeps the tarnish from building where it will be harder to remove later. Do not use tissue or paper towels to polish your silver. They contain fibers and can scratch your jewelry. A microfiber or silver polishing cloth will keep your jewelry from being scratched.
Cleaning
There are several commercial cleaners for silver on the market. These cleaners can be harsh and could cause damage to your jewelry. Please do not use any commercial cleaner on your silver jewelry if it has turquoise, opal, pearl, garnet or any other precisions stones. It may damage the finish of the stones.
Below is a homemade environmentally friendly and cost effective cleaning solution you can use to clean your jewelry.
Soap and water:
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Warm water and a mild, ammonia- and phosphate-free dishwashing soap
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Dip cloth in and gently wipe your jewelry
Storing Your Silver
Store silver in an area free from dust and dirt.
Add silica gel to the cabinet or drawer to keep humidity levels low.
Keep silver stored on wood that has been treated with polyurethane or lacquer. This will also keep tarnish down.
Limit the amount of exposure to air by storing silver pieces in bags pretreated with anti-tarnish material. You can also wrap silver in plastic kitchen wrap.
Put a piece of white chalk in your storage drawer or area to prevent tarnish.
Polish silver thoroughly with a polishing cloth before storage.