As the start of another school year approaches, I’ve been thinking about how to store all the stuff I need to take to school, especially my large jewelry collection. One pair of earrings may be small, but it’s amazing how much space you need for all your earrings, and necklaces, and bracelets, and…the list goes on!

I like to be able to see everything at one time so I can grab what I need and go on busy mornings, so easy viewing has always been a priority for me. Jewelry boxes are great, but when’s the last time you took the time to dig through yours when you’re almost late for class?

True to my DIY spirit, I’ve never splurged on any formal jewelry holders, but I’ve crafted and re-purposed some of my own quite effectively, mostly from thrifted items. I have also spent the last six years selling handmade jewelry at craft fairs, so I’ve really put these ideas to the test on the road! Below, I’ll show you 4 creative methods to both store and display your jewelry collection at college.

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1. Basket Earring Displays

Thrift stores are notoriously great for finding baskets, so when I saw this shallow metal one at my favorite thrift shop, I couldn’t pass it up. All it took to make it into my favorite earring holder was looking at it in a new way! (Details below.)

When you’re shopping for baskets to use as earring holders, look for regular holes and sturdy construction. You don’t want it to buckle under the weight of your earrings!

I use this thrifted easel to hold up my earring basket, but you could also put two nails in the wall and hang the basket from them. You can also just prop it against a wall on the top of a bookcase or dresser. The important thing to keep in mind is having enough space for the backs of the earrings to hang without being pressed up against something.