12 Clever Storage Ideas for Every Type of Jewelry You Own
Most jewelry is delicate and dainty, which means it requires an efficient yet convenient storage method. There are plenty of organizers that can keep your necklaces from tangling and keep earrings as a pair, but there are also clever and creative ways to store your pieces that don’t require the ubiquitous jewelry box.
From DIY holders to unique finds, these jewelry storage ideas will inspire you to rearrange your collection and admire it with new appreciation.
1. Repurpose a pegboard.
Pegboards are often used to store workshop tools or art supplies. However, this jewelry designer cleverly repurposed a pegboard as a jewelry holder. Whether you’re a designer yourself and want to use your jewelry pegboard as part of your workspace or home office, or you’re inspired to add this useful storage and display to your vanity space, I think it’s definitely worth a try.
SONGMICS Mirror Jewelry Cabinet
Amazon
$99.63 (was $105.99)
2. Conspicuously hide your jewelry in a mirror.
If you’d rather not display your jewelry and instead hide it in an inconspicuous yet convenient space, the SONGMICS Mirror Jewelry Cabinet is perfect for that. This wall-mounted mirror doubles as a cabinet so you can store all your jewelry, perfumes, makeup, and so much more while keeping it all stored in plain sight. Best of all, there is a free-standing version and an over-the-door cabinet version so you can optimize your space and storage needs.
3. Display your collection on a wall.
While a pegboard or something similar can be useful in displaying jewelry on the wall, you don’t need much to show off your collection. Use tacks, push pins, nails, or small hooks like this jewelry designer to keep necklaces neatly stored and easily accessible. Line them up in a straight line for a uniformed look, or create a zig-zag or diamond shape for a more artful display.
Yamazaki Home Tower Stacked Jewelry Box
Yamazaki Home
$22
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4. Stack and swivel your favorite pieces.
For those who like to have their staple jewelry pieces within their reach, this Yamazaki Home Tower Stacked Jewelry Box is the ultimate storage solution to keep on a dresser or bathroom counter. On its own, it looks like a container or perhaps a sleek diffuser, but when swiveled out, it reveals three tiered trays to hold your most precious items. I particularly like the option for sectioned compartments for some extra organization.
Cream Wall Mount Framed Jewelry Organizer
Etsy
$109
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5. Give new life to a picture frame.
If you prefer to go down the DIY route, a picture frame can be an elegant way to encase and display your jewelry — you can create a whole gallery wall of accessories! For the same handcrafted feel without the work of adding bars and hooks, I recommend this Wall Mount Jewelry Organizer from Etsy.
Macrame Jewelry Rack
Etsy
$28.65 (was $57.30)
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6. Make your jewelry part of your wall art.
Macrame wall hangings are the ultimate boho chic decor, so if you have one already it can double as a holder for your earrings without diminishing your earthy wall art. If you’re in the market for a similar piece, this Macrame Jewelry Rack from Etsy has a built-in bar for watches, bracelets, and necklaces in addition to the woven texture acting as a holder for earrings with hooks.
Umbra Tesora Jewelry Stand
Umbra
$40
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7. Use an award-winning organizer.
The Umbra Tesora Jewelry Stand is just as sleek and chic as it is functional, which is why it’s one of the award winners from Apartment Therapy’s 2024 Organization Awards. This organizer features three poles in varying heights so you can layer long necklaces and bracelets with ease while keeping them tangle-free, as well as double wire accents on each pole to hold cufflinks and earrings. It also has a built-in dish to neatly store smaller jewelry pieces such as earring studs, rings, and brooches.
8. Spruce up an unused hanger.
Instead of tossing that unused extra hanger, give it new life by turning it into a useful jewelry organizer. Add hooks along the bottom to keep your necklaces and bracelets separated and easy to spot. For an extra DIY touch, paint the entire hanger or cover it in stickers to truly make it one of a kind.
Wine Cork Jewelry Hanger
Etsy
$12
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9. Upcycle your wine corks.
There’s plenty you can do with wine bottle corks aside from collecting them. The porous material of a cork is perfect for holding earrings in place, but they’re also strong enough to hold hooks so you can hang necklaces, bracelets, and watches. You can DIY this or purchase an already made one on Etsy as a thoughtful gift for the wine-lover in your life.
10. Give a decorative bust a functional purpose.
Next time you’re antique shopping and see a ceramic bust, you may want to consider it as more than just a decorative accent for your home. Use it to hold your necklaces or headpieces for a glamorous look without compromising functionality.
11. Branch out to new materials.
If a new jewelry organizer isn’t in your budget, you might just find that nature has what you need to create your own. A simple branch or piece of reclaimed wood not only adds an organic modern touch to your home, but also neatly stores and displays your favorite jewelry in an unconventional way.
12. Repurpose old toys.
Got old toys lying around? You can repurpose them to serve as cute, functional jewelry storage pieces. Dinosaur figurines, especially long-neck species like brontosaurus, are great for stacking rings on top. Spray paint them for an extra stylish touch.
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