During a trip to West Palm Beach, we stopped in a nautical salvage shop. I picked up a bunch of fun odds and ends, including this vintage cigar box. I had wanted a one for a while now so that I could upcycle it into a DIY ring holder, and this one seemed to be the perfect size and shape.
Upcycling this cigar box would be easy and it would be an excellent addition to my growing collection of jewelry organization projects! And to make it, I only needed a few more crafting supplies.
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Making the Cushions for a DIY Ring Holder
To transform this vintage cigar box into a DIY ring holder, I needed to make a set of ring cushions to fit inside.
First, I measured the interior of my vintage cigar box, which was roughly 6” x 6” inside. I cut out a strip of quilt batting (about 6¼” x 6½”), rolled it up, and pinned it in place.
Then I stitched it shut with a hasty running stitch (it didn’t need to be pretty). And wouldn’t you know it, but it looked like a fluffy cigar!
Before I went any further, though, I made sure that it fit inside the vintage cigar box.
Then, I made one fluffy cigar after another until the cigar box was pleasantly stuffed with ring cushions.
Because they’re soft and flexible, you can squeeze the ring cushions in pretty tight to make sure they fit inside your DIY ring holder.
Finishing the DIY Ring Holder
Next, I cut out squares from my bed sheet and rolled up the ring cushions like little burritos.
Same as before, I first pinned the fabric in place and then stitched it shut.
Also, I never did paint my cigar box because I liked the natural wood look. But you could certainly paint it and then coordinate the fabric you use on your ring cushions to match!
I placed all of the finished ring cushions in the vintage cigar box and my DIY ring holder was done!
While I elected not to do it, you could certainly hot glue your ring cushions inside the vintage cigar box. Mine were snug enough that I didn’t need to take that step. I would recommend gluing them in place, however, if you were giving this ring holder box as a gift.
DIY Ring Holder in a Vintage Cigar Box
Once my ring cushions were in place, I added my rings! It all came together so quickly. Gotta love that in a project!
And it’s the perfect addition to my ever-growing collection of jewelry organizers.
I didn’t have a jewelry box ring holder before (they just jangled around in a small porcelain dish), so this definitely solved that problem! And this will also keep my rings from getting dusty.
And a DIY ring holder is certainly not the only upcycling idea for a vintage cigar box when it comes to jewelry organization! I think it would be the perfect men’s jewelry box or men’s valet box if you lined the interior with flannel fabric.
You could stain the wood darker or even paint it black, dark blue, etc. Either way, there are lots of upcycling ideas for a cigar box, and a wooden jewelry box is just the tip of the iceberg!
If you enjoyed this upcycling idea for a DIY ring holder, then you’ll love this jewelry tree stand that I made from a silver candelabra!
AND I’m so excited to announce that my first book is now available! If you love working with flannel or fabric crafts in general (sewing and non-sewing), then you will LOVE “Crafting with Flannel”!
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.
Awesome! It looks fabulous. Great idea.
Charlotte – My Green Nook
This is a great project! Pinned! Thank you for sharing tutorial!
Hope you have a wonderful day!
Hugs and love from Portugal,
Ana Love Craft
http://www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com
This is adorable, & I have several old cigar boxes just sitting around. I also pinned this. Thanks
I love the fabric you picked! This is super cute!
This is so cute! I love cigar boxes, but I’ve never quite known what to do with them. I love the fabric you picked. Pinning!
Great idea…this would be a cute idea for a display box for the craft fair.
Cheers!
Lori in Atlanta
Absolutely, great idea!
Cute idea! I think I would go without the glue just so it would be easier to clean when the time came. Love the simplicity of this project. 🙂 Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty 🙂 We hope to see you again next week!
~Lorelai
Life With Lorelai
So pretty! I love the femininity of the fabric and jewelry paired with a masculine cigar box. It’s really gorgeous.
This is so cute and creative! Thanks for linking up with me!
Oooooh I think I could do this! I have a slight “problem” with rings, and they are laying around all over my dresser and nightstand, by my kitchen and bathroom sinks, and even in my car. I think I just might have an old cigar box of my Dad’s laying around the house too. Thanks for the inspiration – pinning to revisit after I wrangle all my rings together.
Great idea! I have a little empty box that I keep my rings in – all jumbled up. I’ll have to try this. Thank you for linking up at Merry Monday Linky. It’s always a pleasure to have you. 🙂 Julia (Oooh, and I like all of your rings)
Thank you so much, Julia!!
I really love this. It’s so simple but the character it adds is incredible! Pinning and sharing! Thanks for linking this up to Totally Terrific Tuesday last week. I can’t wait to see what you have this week! Party goes live tonight at 9pm CST!
Sharon
herorganizedchaos.com
I have a couple of cigar boxes and I was never sure what to use them for. Now I know! Thanks for the cute idea! I am visiting today from Friday Favorites.
Happy to help, Pamela!!
This is awesome! I love rings and yours are so cool, different, fun, love it! I gotta see if we have a cigar box hanging out around here somewhere, this is a project waiting to happen!!!
I love the transformation too Sadie! I have such fat knuckles that I don’t wear rings anymore, but love how cute this is! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
I have some old cigar boxes too. I am so doing this!! Thanks for the awesome idea!
Thank you!
I’ve always loved cigar box purses. Another great use — storage with personality!
Debra
Thanks, Debra!
I purchased a wonderful cigar box with the idea to make a purse! Alas, the box is somewhere – and when I find where I put it, will reconsider the ring box. Great idea … and if the rolls are removable (not glued) then a ring that slips through can be easily retrieved. Hmm, a few flat bangle bracelets might be stored under the rolls, too.
This is quite clever. I have been thinking of doing something like this for my own rings but just hadn’t started and now I have just the thing although mine will be a somewhat larger project. I have an old flatware case that I am going to use as my ring collection is quite extensive and even then it will only hold the latest “finds.” It’s still a great idea and can’t wait to try it. Thanks for a wonderful idea as I’m always open to new crafting projects!
Thanks, Candace!
I love this makeover. I’ve stold many cigar boxes in my antique booths, but the next time I find one, I think I’ll make a ring box. Then the question will be to sell or to keep:-)