Your Apache Junction, AZ home is relatively organized. Your clothes and shoes are neatly displayed in your custom closet , but your jewelry collection is a real mess! Tangled necklaces, missing earring backs, the whole nine yards. What can you do?
Don't worry, here are five easy ways to untangle & reorganize the jewelry in your closet:
- Closet Drawers
- Jewelry Trays
- Jewelry Trees
- Tie Hangers
- Vintage Boxes and Bottles
Discover how to transform your jewelry collection into an organized masterpiece below!
Closet Drawers
First, try built-in drawers. You can select ones that are either lined with velvet or silk to give your jewelry additional protection and cushion. No more worrying about moisture or rust ruining your precious gems. Keep in mind that shallow drawers are the way to go. All you have to do is open up the drawers and voila, full access to your lovely collection!
Most jewelry drawers are also going to have compartments that you can utilize for additional storage. If built-in drawers aren't an option, use stackable jewelry trays instead. Remember, accessories such as sunglasses and broaches can be stacked right along with your jewelry!
Jewelry Trays
Next, try jewelry trays. When storing jewelry in your closet, you can pick a shelf and organize it with a cute mirror and a set or two of jewelry trays. This option still allows for quick access while you are getting ready for work in the morning or for a big night out on the town.
You can have some fun with this option as well. Combine a jewelry tray with a small dish to keep your rings on or that cute ring holder you’ve been eyeing in the store for weeks. There's no set rule on how to arrange the trays and what to put on them, so use your imagination and let it reflect your style!
Jewelry Trees
Jewelry trees provide another unique way to both organize & display your shiny treasures. Set up one, two, or even four trees, a mirror, and maybe a velvet cloth on a shelf. Place all of your earrings on one tree and use the other for displaying neckwear. Mix it up and try one or two jewelry trees with a jewelry tray. The possibilities are endless!
Tie Hangers
Does your husband have a tie hanger that he never uses? If so, grab it immediately! You can use it to store necklaces & bracelets in a way that will prevent them from becoming tangled & hard to access. Take it one step further by using the hanger to show off your collection of scarf rings or buckles.
Vintage Boxes and Bottles
If you are looking for a super creative way to organize your jewelry, this option is for you! Find some vintage boxes & bottles that speak to your style. Flea markets & antique stores are great places to hunt for these items.
You are going to want to line the boxes with velvet or silk to protect your jewelry. Sort your jewelry by type or occasion and arrange your boxes with your bottles on a shelf that is easily accessible. Use the bottles to display your most worn pieces or maybe your favorites and add a mirror or two and your jewelry organization area will be complete!
Tips Before You Begin
Better Homes Gardens suggests culling through your jewelry before you begin the organization process. Odds are you have jewelry that you haven’t worn for long periods of time, for a multitude of reasons. Decide what you want to keep, donate, and/or trash. Then, sort your pieces by type or length.
Final Thoughts
However you decide to organize your lovely treasures, remember to have fun! This doesn't have to be a boring process. Evaluate your space and see what would make the most sense. Mix and match ideas or come up with your own! Above all, make it something you’ll enjoy using every day.