Tip - DIY Jewelry Board
I have long struggled with accessorizing my wardrobe, and have finally determined that I was born without that gene.(DANGIT!) Pulling myself together is something I have been trying to do more of after becoming addicted to the TLC show “What Not to Wear“. (BTW, I would be fine if someone wanted to nominate me…!) I realized that part of the reason I never varied in my necklaces was because I had no idea what I had and they were always jumbled together in a mess in my jewelry box. I typically would think of this at the last part of getting ready, as consequently would never bother because of the state of the mess.
I had been “racking” my brain, trying to come up with a reasonably inexpensive alternative that would work and I came up with this idea. A cork board attached to the back of your door (bedroom or closet) with all of your necklaces hanging on the back. I used push pins to hang the necklaces and bracelets, but I am thinking you could use it for other accessories as well. I haven’t figured out to hang my little earrings yet, but when I do, you will be the first to know. I hope you enjoy getting your jewelry organized! - Maja
July 8th, 2008 at 10:25 am
I found this cool site that tells you how to make your very own earring holder. Seemed pretty easy to me.
http://www.essortment.com/hobbies/earringholderw_tuel.htm
Supplies You’ll Need
Wooden picture frame, mesh screen, staple gun and staples, or nails.
How to Make Your Earring Holder
You’ll need a sturdy wooden picture frame to start. Choose a size that is large enough to accommodate your jewelry and will look attractive on your wall. 11×14 is a good size to begin with. Mesh screening is available at most local hardware stores and costs less that $4. To attach the screening, use a staple gun or small nails. Many art supply shops or frame shops offer raw frames without glass or fittings. These raw frames are ready to made into an organizer as is. If you find a pre-made frame you like, dismantle it by removing any glass and hardware.
Now you are ready to begin. If you plan to store only hanging earrings, simply stretch the screening against the back of the picture frame and attach with stapler or nails. The earrings can then be slipped in between the wire mesh.
For post of clip style earrings, you’ll need screening about three times the length of your frame. Make half- inch pleats at 2 or 3 inch intervals. Fold each pleat upwards to form a half-inch pocket. Flatten the screening by rolling it into a tube against the direction of the pleats you formed. If that has not flattened your screening enough, try rolling it lengthwise. Stretch the screen against the back of the frame with the pleats facing up and horizontally. Adhere with staple gun or small nails. The pleats will allow you to attach your clip or post earrings.
Add Your Own Style
This project is both functional and decorative. Let your creativity run wild when choosing a frame. You can complement any décor by picking out a coordinating frame to start with. Keep an eye out at garage sales and flea markets and thrift shops for interesting wooden frames. Simple remove any glass and hardware to convert your find into an organizer. Don’t forget, if you find a frame with great details, it is easy to customize it by painting or covering with a fabric you like. Consider stripping a used frame for a distressed, “Shabby Chic” look. Make sure the frame is wide enough and soft enough to get nails or staples into. As long as you can do that, there are no limits to what you choose.
July 8th, 2008 at 10:27 am
I found this cool site that tells you how to make your very own earring holder. Seemed pretty easy to me.
http://www.essortment.com/hobbies/earringholderw_tuel.htm
Supplies You’ll Need
Wooden picture frame, mesh screen, staple gun and staples, or nails.
How to Make Your Earring Holder
You’ll need a sturdy wooden picture frame to start. Choose a size that is large enough to accommodate your jewelry and will look attractive on your wall. 11×14 is a good size to begin with. Mesh screening is available at most local hardware stores and costs less that $4. To attach the screening, use a staple gun or small nails. Many art supply shops or frame shops offer raw frames without glass or fittings. These raw frames are ready to made into an organizer as is. If you find a pre-made frame you like, dismantle it by removing any glass and hardware.
Now you are ready to begin. If you plan to store only hanging earrings, simply stretch the screening against the back of the picture frame and attach with stapler or nails. The earrings can then be slipped in between the wire mesh.
For post of clip style earrings, you’ll need screening about three times the length of your frame. Make half- inch pleats at 2 or 3 inch intervals. Fold each pleat upwards to form a half-inch pocket. Flatten the screening by rolling it into a tube against the direction of the pleats you formed. If that has not flattened your screening enough, try rolling it lengthwise. Stretch the screen against the back of the frame with the pleats facing up and horizontally. Adhere with staple gun or small nails. The pleats will allow you to attach your clip or post earrings.
Add Your Own Style
This project is both functional and decorative. Let your creativity run wild when choosing a frame. You can complement any décor by picking out a coordinating frame to start with. Keep an eye out at garage sales and flea markets and thrift shops for interesting wooden frames. Simple remove any glass and hardware to convert your find into an organizer. Don’t forget, if you find a frame with great details, it is easy to customize it by painting or covering with a fabric you like. Consider stripping a used frame for a distressed, “Shabby Chic” look. Make sure the frame is wide enough and soft enough to get nails or staples into. As long as you can do that, there are no limits to what you choose.
August 1st, 2008 at 2:42 pm
I’ve had several jewelry organizers of the year. Finally I bought an armoire a few years ago, which I love. But I also love this idea. It’s very budget friendly, would be good for kids, and it’s versatile.
August 3rd, 2008 at 12:26 pm
My friend uses the cork board idea and for her earrings instead of push pins she uses sewing needles…they’re thin enough to hold your earrings.
August 19th, 2008 at 2:03 pm
If most of your earring are hooks, you can put them on your cork board too
Put eye screws into the board, or even around the frame, and your earring pairs can dangle from them.
The downside to storing your jewelry this way is that your sterling silver pieces will tarnish. I like to store all of my sterling in ziplock bags. That helps keep the tarnish at bay.
August 29th, 2008 at 9:45 pm
I need to go buy some necklaces so I can store them like this. I like it because it is flexible. It can change as my necklaces change.
You should wear your necklaces more, you have some pretty ones!
September 13th, 2008 at 8:08 pm
If you have the cardboard that your earrings came on, you could just use another pushpin to pin them onto your corkboard with your necklaces.
If you don’t have the cardboard, you could cut a small piece of paper about that size and poke your earrings through it and do the same thing.
September 14th, 2008 at 6:54 pm
Great idea Valerie - I loved hearing all the other ideas for this jewelry board as well. I swear by the time everyone is done putting their input in - this should be marketed!! Thanks everyone.