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    Home » Repurposed Items » Repurposed Drawer Jewelry Organizer

    Repurposed Drawer Jewelry Organizer

    Published by Gail | Published March 3, 2020 | Updated February 3, 2022
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    How to make your own repurposed drawer jewelry organizer. I used an old drawer, but you could easily customize this project by making a box out of 1x4's. This jewelry organizer can hang on the wall or rest on a dresser. The small white dishes are perfect for holding smaller items such as earrings or bracelets. #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #furniture #drawer #jewelry #organizer #diy #project via @repurposedlife

    My repurposed drawer jewelry organizer was inspired by a project my friend Laurel from The North End Loft made for her daughter. I found it on pinterest while I was looking for a way to use one of the old drawers in my stash. I recently used it’s mate to make a Repurposed Drawer Shadow Box.

    Let’s see how this easy repurposed drawer jewelry organizer came together:

    How To: Repurposed Drawer Jewelry Organizer

    make a jewelry organizer using an old drawer

    If you saw my drawer shadow box, you know the history with this old drawer. Years ago I used them to make shelving for my daughter Jamie. After hanging around in the basement shop for years, it’s time for it’s makeover using some paint, fabric and more.

    Sand & Clean old Drawer

    sand old drawer

    Because the drawer was so shiny with several coats of paint, I began by sanding it with a rough grit sand paper.

    If you don't have any old drawers, you could easily make a box using 1x4's.

    Patch Holes with Drywall Mud

    patch old screw holes

    The old drawer had many holes in it from being connected to the other drawers for shelving. I patched the holes with drywall mud.

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    Chalk Spray Paint

    chalk paint spray paint old drawer

    I chose this pretty Chalk Spray Paint from Behr, knowing it would be a quick and easy makeover. The holes were patched twice in a two day period to remove any sinking of the mud.

    More Sanding of Rough Spots

    smooth rough areas of drawer

    After the first coat of chalk paint, the rough edges of the dovetail joints were bothering me. So, I got out my orbital sander and a medium grit (150) sandpaper to smooth out the rough edges on all four corners.

    More Spray Painting

    spray paint repurposed drawer jewelry organizer

    Then it was back outside to do another quick couple of coats of the chalk paint spray paint. It was COLD! Much colder than it should have been to spray paint, but this project was supposed to be done last week.

    Note: I turned the drawer over before I started painting. I did not paint the back of the drawer for this project.

    Cut Cardboard to Fit Drawer Jewelry Organizer

    cut cardboard to fit drawer jewelry organizer

    I measured and cut a piece of cardboard to fit the bottom of the drawer snuggly.

    Iron Fabric

    iron fabric

    Don’t skip this step! Even if you don’t want to drag out the iron and ironing board. What? That’s just me? Seriously, the neatness of your project depends on getting the wrinkles out of your fabric.

    Add Fabric Backer Board

    white gorilla tape

    I chose to use Gorilla Tape for holding my fabric in place. You may find it better to use hot glue. It’s sort of like wrapping a present or upholstery. It’s important to get it smooth and tight.

    snip corners add tape

    After snipping the corners, I added the tape to the opposite side. Then I pulled the fabric tight as I put in in place on the cardboard.

    tape corners down

    Lastly, I taped down the corners.

    Add C-Hooks for Necklaces

    measure for necklace hooks

    I measured and marked the drawer for the c-hooks.

    broken c hook

    Because I tried to install the c-hooks without pre-drilling pilot holes, the first one broke.

    Not shown: I drilled pilot holes for each of the hooks, moving them forward slightly so they would line up with the first hook.

    Apply Hot Glue to Hold Fabric Backer Board

    add fabric to repurposed drawer jewelry organizer using hot glue

    Working very quickly, so the hot glue wouldn’t set up, I applied it all over the back of the drawer. I immediately placed the cardboard on the back of the drawer, pressing down the cardboard until the hot glue set up.

    Add D-Rings for Hanging

    add d-rings for hanging

    I prefer using d rings for 90% of my projects. This repurposed drawer jewelry organizer can hang on the wall or rest on a dresser.

    Repurposed Drawer Jewelry Organizer

    diy repurposed drawer jewelry organizer MyRepurposedLife

    The small white dish pieces were found at a bargain store. I bought a bunch of them, and I’ve been waiting for just the right purpose for them. They are perfect for earrings and bracelets!

    I chose to orient my repurposed drawer jewelry organizer in a horizontal position. If you have long necklaces, you may want to use your drawer in a vertical position.

    repurposed drawer jewelry organizer MyRepurposedLife

    Please share and save on Pinterest!

    If you make your own repurposed drawer jewelry organizer, you could add fancier hooks, put hooks on the side, either inside or outside. That’s the beauty of making your own projects. YOU get to add what you want. I’m just hear to get you started!

    If you can’t find the small white dishes, check out these small white bowls on Amazon.

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    1. Joann

      August 23, 2022 at 9:14 pm

      Photo collage inside would be cute too!

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      • Gail Wilson

        August 23, 2022 at 9:23 pm

        Joann,

        That's a great idea!!!

        gail

    2. Laurel

      March 20, 2020 at 11:56 pm

      Hi, Gail! Sure love your jewelry organizer. xo

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      • Gail Wilson

        March 24, 2020 at 3:21 pm

        Thank you for being my inspiration Laurel! 🙂

        gail

    3. christinafayerepurposed

      March 03, 2020 at 4:48 pm

      This is adorable Gail! The fabric choice is perfect 🙂

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    4. Susan

      March 03, 2020 at 10:40 am

      So pretty Gail! I love the fabric idea!

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    5. Jennie Wallick

      March 03, 2020 at 8:24 am

      Oh, this is so cute. I had to laugh about the iron never being used. Mine gets worn out. I sew and quilt a lot. It’s what you can do when your inside space is the size of a postage stamp. It’s the only thing I didn’t like about downsizing. The up side is I have both grandsons all day now and I’m too tired to think about how small my space is.

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