The boxes the jewelry came in.

Silverware tray.

Clear shoe bag (use a different pocket for each category of jewelry, such as blue earrings).

Ice-cube tray (for rings and earrings).

Bulletin board (tack necklaces and bracelets to it).

Cake decorating tips (upend and display rings on them).

Colander (upend and attach earrings through the holes).

Vase with fluted lip (hang earring hooks from it).

Mesh pen holder (for earrings).

Film canisters (use as mini travel cases).

Create an Earring Organizer from a Picture Frame

A frame lets you see the big picture when choosing which pair goes best with an outfit. Besides, isn’t it a shame to keep pretty baubles tucked away when they could be adorning your dresser every day?

1. Gather a wooden frame (without the backing and the glass), piano wire, small eyelet hooks (two for each wire), pliers, and a ruler.

2. Mark where you want each wire to hang. Screw in the eyelet hooks. Using the pliers, pull the wire taut and twist it around the hooks.

3. Hang your earrings from the wires. Either mount the display on a wall or place it on a dresser.

Tip: Make over an old frame that’s either too glitzy or too drab with a quick coat or two of paint. Use white enamel for a fuss-free look or any color to add more drama.