Sometimes I am flush with project ideas, but then there are the scary droughts. And you guys, I was in a drought recently- all sorts of self-doubt crept in, my thrifting luck dried up, and I just needed to step back for a bit. But, thankfully I felt the gears in my head start to turn again when I stepped into a thrift store and found this kitchen memo board. I knew right away that it could be easily transformed into a DIY jewelry hanger, perfect for a teen or tween’s room, a dorm room, or any small space, like an apartment.
I’ve certainly made jewelry hanger-type projects before! Remember this necklace rack that I made with old thread spools?
But back to the memo board! All I needed to do was remove a few things from the memo board, give the entire thing a makeover, and re-awaken it as a DIY jewelry hanger in just a few steps.
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Transforming a Kitchen Memo Board
First things first, let me explain my plans for this memo board:
- The cubbies will hold small jewelry boxes or chunky cuff bracelets.
- The bars will be perfect for clasp bracelets.
- The pegs underneath the cubbies will hold bangles or short necklaces.
- The memo pad holder will be removed and replaced with individual cup hooks for necklace; and
- The “Home Sweet Home” label will be replaced with a mirror decal.
Next, I removed the existing hardware (bolts and wingnuts). Then, I peeled off the “Home Sweet Home” sticker from the front of the memo board.
However, I was left with two pencil-eraser sized holes from the bolts to deal with.
So, I used some wood filler to fill up the holes, and when that was dry, I sanded down the excess. Then, I sanded down the entire memo board.
I didn’t do a thorough every-nook-and-cranny sanding. Just enough to remove some of the old finish which would allow my paint to adhere better.
Creating a DIY Jewelry Hanger
When the kitchen memo board was sanded down to my liking, I chose a lilac spray paint to give it a thorough makeover.
Next, I gave it a couple of coats of my lilac purple spray paint.
Then, I lightly sanded it for a mildly distressed vintage look before buffing it with clear wax to protect the paint.
Following that, I measured out an even line for three large cup hooks, and pre-drilled pilot holes to make screwing them in a breeze. My idea for a DIY jewelry hanger was really coming to life now!
Lastly, I purchased an inexpensive set of acrylic mirrors (from Walmart.com, of all places) that I could glue onto the DIY jewelry hanger.
I didn’t want to deal with actual glass for fear of breaking or making the jewelry hanger extra heavy.
And that was it! My wall hanging jewelry organizer was complete!
DIY Jewelry Hanger from a Kitchen Memo Board
What a transformation, eh? Would you even know it was the same memo board I found at Goodwill?
Finally, I hung it up on my wall and filled with all of my jewelry. And everything worked and looked EXACTLY how I had hoped it would.
In small homes and living spaces (like a dorm room or an apartment), the walls are the only place to add additional storage. So this DIY jewelry hanger would be absolutely perfect as dorm room storage or similar.
And, guess what today is?? Thrift Store Decor Team day, which means my friends have been repurposing their thrift store finds, too!
Easy Patriotic Decorations – Domestically Speaking
Small Wooden DIY Pedestal Planter Made with a Spindle – My Repurposed Life
Thrift Store Tray Makeover – Refresh Restyle
Basket Wreath Makeover – Our Southern Home
DIY Painted Flower Pots – My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
Jewelry Hanger from a Refreshed Memo Board – Sadie Seasongoods
1960’s Wooden Salad Bowl Repurpose – House of Hawthornes
Vintage Tea Towel Calendar – Petticoat Junktion
And if you enjoyed this upcycling idea for a wall hanging jewelry organizer, then you may also be interested in this ring holder made from a cigar box, as well!
Craft on!
S
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Sarah Ramberg is the owner of Sadie Seasongoods, a website that celebrates all things secondhand. From upcycling ideas and thrifted decor to vintage-centric travel itineraries, Sadie Seasongoods is a one-stop shop for anyone who loves thrifting and approachable repurposing ideas. Sarah is also the author of “Crafting with Flannel” and has been featured in numerous media outlets and magazines.
As always your projects are beautiful and classy. Please don’t ever get discouraged. Your creativity is amazing. I love your ideas.
Thank you, Amanda- I so rarely fall into ruts like that, but it’s just awful when I do. Happy to say I’m climbing back out of this one, though!
Love this jewelry holder. You could transform and sell these for those of us (me) who are unfortunately, not crafty. Fabulous.
Thank you so very much, Sutzi!
Great repurposing!
Thank you, Lynn!
This is such a fabulous idea! I am crushing on your jewelry!
Thank you- can you tell I’m a quirky, non-fancy, one-of-a-kind jewelry girl? LOL
Rustoleum has a French Lilac color? How did I miss that – so pretty! Girl, tell that self doubt to take a hike because you are one crazy talented lady who so deserves to be part of the blogging community. I’m happy to see you got your creative juices flowing again with another fab thrift store reimagine 🙂 Pinned
It sure does!!! Thank you, my friend…it was a long scary rut, that’s for sure. Happy to be climbing out of it, though! 🙂
This turned out super cute and I love that fun color you used on it!
Thank you, Kristin!! Purple is a good change of pace for me- I rarely use it!
that is really beautiful!
Thank you so very much!
So clever & I love that purple!!! So pretty!
Thank you so much, Maryann- it’s a great color!!! I just so rarely use it, LOL.
What a great project for a tween who is just beginning to appreciate jewelry. Around here it would have to be pink for Al’s grand, or teal for mine! Another thing to add to my “look for list.” Hey, I bet your creativity was fine; the thrifts were having a dry spell! NOW I have a shower caddy to paint to turn into a small pot rack; it’s your fault!!!
I love this!! I also love your jewelry!
Thank you!!! Can you tell that I am a funky jewelry gal and not a fine-gemstone gal? LOL 😉
My hubby used to be the manager of a large thrift superstore and,as his spouse, I got a 50% discount off of the already inexpensive items. I wish I had your vision and followed you back then when it comes to repurposing!! But on the other hand, if I did I’d probably not be able to walk through my house with all the treasures I’d pick up!! Lol
That discount would have been DANGEROUS for sure!!!
Stillllllll amaaaaaazed at the eye you have which allows you to see potential in ordinary items like the memo board! LoveLoveLove the color too!
Thank you so very much, Theresa!!
Such a sweet transformation Sarah! I love what you did with the old memo board. Pinned, and shared on Facebook!
gail
Thank you, Gail!!
Once again you amaze me with your awesome upcycle. I never would of thought of turning a memo board into a jewelry organizer, but it’s perfect. I couldn’t see you going for long without your creative juices flowing and so happy it didn’t take long for them to come back.
Brillant!!!! I love it!!!