We've all been there: You go to pull out a necklace that you haven't worn in quite some time, only to find it's become enmeshed with other necklaces in your jewelry box or tangled up around itself.

Dear Heloise: Here’s a hint for those who have more jewelry than storage space and end up with tangled necklaces or earrings that get separated from their matching “mates.” This took a bit of time, ...