Pinterest Challenge #34 - Jewelry Cleaner

My engagement ring and wedding band go through a lot during the typical day.  They are exposed to paint, soap, shampoo, cleaning materials, and a fair share of 'kid boogers'.  So to say the least, they were in desperate need of cleaning.  After finding a recipe on Pinterest from food.com (yes a strange place to put a jewelry cleaner recipe), I decided to give my rings the good cleaning they deserved.   Here's what I used to clean them:

• 1 small piece of foil
• 1 tablespoon of salt
• 1 tablespoon of dish detergent
• 1 tablespoon of baking soda
• 1 cup of water
• An old toothbrush

1. Heat the water in the microwave for 2 minutes.
2. Put the small piece of foil at the bottom of that bowl once you take it out of the microwave.
3. Mix the salt, dish detergent, and baking soda into the bowl.
4. Place the jewelry on top of the foil and let it sit for 10 minutes. 
5. Remove rings and clean with a toothbrush.

This is my before picture.

Here is after.  I know it is hard to tell the difference, but I really noticed a difference.  I will definitely do this again rather than spend money on store bought cleaners.