Below you will find the care instructions for your handmade items. Note: If you arrived here from a Randam Art link or care instructions card, you’re in the right place! I now create under my own name, Miranda Jordan, but all care instructions remain the same for pieces purchased under either name.
Care Instructions
Display: Hang or display your glass art where natural or ambient light can pass through it to showcase the translucent colors. Avoid placing in areas with extreme temperature fluctuations or high humidity (such as bathrooms).
Cleaning: Wipe with a soft, dry or damp cloth only. Do not soak or scrub. Do not use chemical cleaners, glass cleaners, or abrasives, as these can damage the painted surface. Do not immerse in water.
Handling: Always handle by the edges or frame. Avoid touching the painted surface directly, as oils from your hands can leave marks.
Storage: Some pieces are created with thick layers of paint to create a textured look. It is a normal property of this paint to be soft; this will harden over time but may always have some give to the paint. To store, wrap and pack carefully as you would for any breakable glass item. When wrapping or storing, ensure that hard or sharp objects do not press heavily onto the painted surface.
Indoor Use Only: Your painted glass art is intended for regular indoor use only and may be damaged if used outside for more than a short temporary period.
Your painting is a one-of-a-kind piece created with professional-grade paints on canvas or cradleboard and finished with a protective varnish or resin topcoat to preserve its beauty.
Display: Hang your artwork away from direct sunlight, as prolonged UV exposure can cause colors to fade over time. Avoid placing near heat sources such as radiators, fireplaces, or heating vents, as extreme temperature changes can damage the protective coating.
Cleaning: Dust gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth or feather duster as needed. For pieces with a resin topcoat, you may wipe with a slightly damp cloth if necessary, then immediately dry with a soft cloth. Do not use chemical cleaners, glass cleaners, or abrasive materials, as these can damage the protective finish.
Handling: Always handle your artwork by the edges or frame. Avoid touching the painted surface, as oils from your hands can leave marks over time.
Storage: If you need to store your artwork, wrap it in acid-free tissue paper or glassine paper, then place in a flat, dry location away from extreme temperatures and humidity. Do not lean heavy objects against the painted surface.
Environmental Conditions: Display in a climate-controlled environment when possible. Avoid areas with high humidity (such as bathrooms) or extreme temperature fluctuations, as these can affect the longevity of both the paint and protective coating.
To ensure the longevity and beauty of your art lamp, please follow these care instructions.
Cleaning: Wipe with a soft, dry or damp cloth only. Do not soak or scrub. Do not use chemical cleaners or abrasives. Do not immerse in water.
Indoor Use Only: Your lamp is intended for regular indoor use only and may be damaged if used outside for more than a short temporary period.
Storage: Improper care can cause damage to the painted surface of your lamp. Care should be taken to wrap and pack carefully as you would for any breakable item. Dimensional style lamps have additional care instructions below. Remember to remove batteries from battery-operated lamps before long term storage.
Dimensional Paint Style: Some lamps are created with thick layers of paint. It is a normal property of this acrylic paint to be soft; this will harden over time but may always have some give to the paint. When wrapping, ensure that no hard objects press into the paint, as this may cause damage. Make sure that the light plug (or any other hard or sharp object) does not press heavily onto the surface of the paint. Wrap the plug well in bubble wrap or other packaging that will shield the hard edges from the lamp. Do not store with heavy or sharp objects resting on top of the lamp. For long term storage, remove batteries (if battery powered) and wrap the light plug or base separately to prevent it from pressing against the painted surface.
Your handmade piece of wearable art is one of a kind. While it is made with care and attention using quality materials, it is not indestructible. Follow these suggestions to ensure the longevity and lasting beauty of your jewelry.
Daily Wear: Jewelry should be the last thing you put on as you prepare for the day and the first thing you remove at night. I recommend wiping down your jewelry before storing it to remove any dirt and oils.
Avoid Contact With:
- Personal care products like moisturizer, perfume, and hair spray, as these can make a piece look cloudy or dirty
- Household chemicals and cleaning products
- Salt water, chlorine, and pool or hot tub chemicals (these can damage even gold jewelry)
Water Exposure: While your jewelry may be water resistant or even waterproof, you should still remove it before swimming or bathing. Water chemicals can cause damage over time.
Cleaning: Avoid jewelry cleaning chemicals, as they might not be safe for all the materials in your handmade piece. The safest way to clean your jewelry is to wipe with a soft, damp cloth. You can add a small amount of mild detergent (such as Dawn) if needed. Rinse with clear, cool water and immediately pat dry with a soft, dry cloth. Do not soak or scrub. Items with resin should not be exposed to rubbing alcohol, as it will damage the protective surface.
LED Mini Lights: Ready-to-use LED string lights are inserted inside the lamp through a hole in the back of the bottle and can easily be replaced as needed. The plug is USB only (with on/off toggle switch) and will fit any USB outlet/plug. You will need a standard USB wall adapter to plug into a wall socket, or you can plug into a USB power bank.
To replace: Remove slowly from the back of the bottle. As with any light, use caution. Do not plug in if the cord becomes damaged.
USB Plug Wooden Bases: These detachable bases contain a single LED light inset to illuminate the lamp from below. The plug is USB (with on/off toggle switch) and will fit any USB outlet/plug. You will need a standard USB wall adapter to plug into a wall socket, or you can plug into a USB power bank. If the LED light stops working contact me for advice on a replacement.
Safety note: Per manufacturer instructions, do not leave the light on unattended. The light may get warm with prolonged use, especially in warm climates or near heat sources. As with any light, use caution. Do not plug in if the cord becomes damaged.
Battery Cork Stopper Lights: These lights operate with 3 LR44 batteries (included) and have an on/off switch on the cork top for easy control. The manufacturer states they will provide 52 continuous hours of light per set of batteries.
To replace batteries: Unscrew the screw on the battery cover, remove the cover, and access the battery compartment.
Older Style String Lights (No Longer Used): If you have a lamp with older incandescent string lights, these are removable but should be replaced with newer USB-style LED mini lights when needed.
To remove: Slowly pull out each bulb one at a time from the back of the bottle, being careful not to pull hard on the lights.
Safety note: Per manufacturer instructions, do not leave the light on unattended. The bottle may get warm with prolonged use, especially in warm climates or near heat sources. We do not recommend these lights be left unattended with children. If replacing, do not use more than 10-count incandescent or 20-count LED strings. I strongly recommend switching to USB-style mini lights, which are now readily available and safer.
To ensure the longevity and beauty of your candle holder, please follow these care instructions.
Cleaning: Wipe with a damp cloth. Do not soak or scrub. Do not use chemical cleaners or immerse in water.
Storage: Some candle holders are created with thick layers of paint to create a textured look. It is a normal property of this paint to be soft; this will harden over time but may always have some give to the paint. To store, wrap and pack carefully as you would for any breakable item. When wrapping or storing, ensure that hard or sharp objects do not press heavily onto the painted surface.
Tip: I recommend using only tea light candles, as these do not leave wax in the base of the holder.
Appropriate care should be taken to ensure longevity and beauty of this one of a kind handmade Art on Glass. Gentle hand wash only is advised. Soaking, scrubbing, chemical cleaners & dishwashers are NOT recommended. Not microwave safe.