The Valuable '50s Jewelry Box Find You Can Use As Gorgeous Decor In Your Home

The jewelry section of the thrift store probably isn't your go-to when searching for new home decor, but you might want to reconsider. That's because a valuable jewelry box find that was popular in the 50s is now having a resurgence. Brooches were considered a must-have fashion accessory back then, but today not many people wear them. Instead, they're making a comeback as a home decor accent. From adding glittery pins to table runners to transforming old picture frames into elegant wall art with thrifted brooches, there are many ways to use this fashion accessory around the home. 

Hunting for them is also part of the fun. You can pick them up cheap in thrift stores, or maybe it's time to rummage through your jewelry box and repurpose old heirlooms that, let's face it, you're never going to wear. With so many clever ways to use them, you'll be inspired to dig out Grandma's old jewelry box or head out this weekend on a thrifting excursion to find special pieces to turn into original home decor.

There are no rules when it comes to using brooches as a decor idea, but soft textiles and furnishings are a good place to start. This is because you can easily jazz up your decor in seconds by just attaching the pin to the material. For example, take inspiration from home content creator Jaharn Quinn who used a variety of gold-toned brooches to customize a lampshade. Similarly, you can use brooches to embellish a table runner or pin back drapes in place of curtain ties. Sarah Teresinski, a content creator focusing on sustainable styling ideas, even used classic brooches with colorful jewels to add an accent to tufted cushions, placing the pin over the button in the pillows' center. In just a few seconds you'll have a beautiful new decor idea made from a thrift store find that's easily reversible if you change your mind. 

You don't have to limit your customization to textiles, either. If you have a collection of brooches that you love but aren't keen on wearing as a fashion statement, why not arrange them in a shadow box frame for some eye-catching wall art? If the brooch you're using has a pin rather than a clasp, you can also push the pin into a pillar candle to add a pretty metallic accent. It's a brilliant way to add something unique and personal to a tablescape, and it makes a great addition to vintage-inspired living rooms where you want to dial up the decorative accents.