Repurposed Jewelry Organizer

As a right-brained person, I need to see my junk treasures in order to remember to use them.  Previously, my jewelry box was tangled mess of necklaces, earrings, bangles, and other assorted accessories (with the few "nice" pieces stored properly away from the fray).  I knew I needed a better system.


I also had a wonderful mirror from my Great-Grandma that was carefully stored away.  I noticed that the lattice style frame would work perfectly as an earring hanger.  In one of those kismet thrifting moments, I found a tiny bookshelf discarded from a five-year-old's room for the oh-so-right price of $3 that fit perfectly around the frame.  With a little paint and a few hooks, here's what I now use:

There are lots of variations on this project around the internet; the take-home point is to look for potential in the junk treasures you already have and get inspired to turn them into something useful.  I used the existing knobs on the front of the shelf for frequently-used bangles, hammered tacks into each side for necklaces, and placed small catchalls (also handed down from different Grandmas) on top for rings and bracelets.  If you don't have an awesome vintage frame laying around, consider:


* Embroidery hoop plus doily, as shown here.
* Netting tacked to an old frame, like from a produce bag or basket (like this).
* Any sort of strainer...ok, you get the idea: anything with holes.


Note: I haven't had any issues with the frame tarnishing my earrings, but you may want to be mindful of this when selecting materials.


Do you have a favorite repurposed project to share?