I have acquired quite a bit of new bling recently and my existing storage just wasn't cutting it. So, I added an earring holder to the tie-rack-re-purposed-as-a-necklace-rack and reorganized my main box o' bling. I've got another, smaller, travel box coming tomorrow that will also hold some stuff on a day to day basis. Worst case scenario has me adding an additional tie-rack for bracelets and letting the rings, pins, and non fish-hook earrings take over the main box, with the larger blingy necklaces going in the new box. I'm thinking ahead, you see? It makes it easier to stash stuff as soon as it comes in if I'm highly organized. I fear Justin already thinks my shoe-love has been replaced with bling-love. Temporarily, he may be right. This stuff is cheap! And it's pretty! And I haven't bought a pair of shoes in 20 days, now. (According to fellow shopping-dieters, using credits don't count.) Besides, the shoe world is between seasons right now so it's boring and uninspiring. Something has to keep me happy, no?UPDATE: The earring holder is simply lace fabric, doubled over and pulled tight over a 10" embroidery hoop. Then it's hung with ribbon that is tied around the screw on the hoop. Unbelievably easy and it works wonderfully. I got the idea from a fellow blogger who may wish to remain anonymous, so I'll let her claim credit if she wishes. ;)
You should post the steps on how you made the earring holder :-) and what items, size wise that you purchased ;-)
ReplyDeleteI updated and added it. It wasn't my idea so I didn't want to let anyone think I was claiming credit for it.
DeleteI'm anal about my jewelry, whether it's white gold, sterling or costume. They all have their individual mesh baggy which keeps them from scratching each other. And, I've been told that putting a piece of chalk in your jewelry box and it will help keep you pieces tarnish free. :-) #justalittleinfo
ReplyDeleteOh, goodness, I would go completely bonkers if everything wasn't as accessible as you see here. I may try on 4 different bracelets or rings every morning before I decide on something. You must have more patience than I. ;) I've never actually heard about the chalk but will definitely try it. Thank you!
DeleteI don't mind you sharing the idea! It's so easy and space saving! You can also spray stiffening spray on the fabric, so it's more sturdy. You don't have to use lace...just any fabric that has the ability to hang posts through w/o ripping it.
ReplyDeleteI doubled up the fabric to help with the sturdiness, but wish I'd thought of the spray. I'll bet that's a much better solution. I saw some fantastic metallic purple tulle at the fabric store that I considered too but didn't know how it would hold up. Maybe next time. Thank you millions for showing it to me!
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