Forget Traditional Boxes: Organize And Hang Jewelry With Cabinet Knobs

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Tossing necklaces haphazardly into a jewelry box quickly leads to knots and tangles, and sorting through stacks of bracelets in a drawer is just as much of a hassle. For a stylish, well-organized display, look no further than this clever hack from DIY Everywhere, which shows you how to turn cabinet knobs into the perfect necklace rack. With just an old picture frame and a few decorative knobs, this DIY creates an intentional, elegant look that is also extremely simple and inexpensive to replicate. The look also works well for kids' rooms and playrooms, as TikTok creator Sean- Home DIYer shows by adapting this hack to create low-hanging access to costume jewelry. In this instance the creator uses a wood board instead of a frame, but either can work depending on the look you're going for.

To try out this adorable DIY, you'll need a wooden picture frame, such as the Wood Side Orbis rustic barnwood picture frames, and a set of small cabinet knobs. These khtmeware antique brass knobs give a classic look, while the DIY Decor Hub Store oval ceramic knobs lean a little more vintage. To hang your display, you'll need a picture hanging kit with D-rings and wire, a drill with a bit that's compatible with your knob screws, a screwdriver, a pencil, and fine-grit sandpaper. If you're feeling crafty and want to change the color of your frame, you can add a can of chalk paint in your preferred shade to the list.

To create this jewelry storage solution, your first step is to dismantle the frame (skip this step if you're opting for a wood board), removing the glass and backing so only the wood remains. Take your sandpaper and lightly sand down the surface, then apply a coat of the chalk paint if that's the route you're taking. While the frame dries, determine the arrangement of the knobs, and mark their placement along the lower portion of the frame using your pencil and ruler to ensure even spacing. Next, use your drill to make a hole at each marked spot, and twist in each knob until it sits flush with the wood. Flip the frame over and attach a D-ring to each side near the top, then thread picture wire between the two so it can hang. Hang the frame at eye level, and then you're ready to load it up with jewelry.

Hanging necklaces separately makes them less likely to tangle, so avoid putting more than two necklaces on any one knob. If you're keen to protect your jewelry, brass hangers are gentle on delicate chains, making antique brass knobs a particularly good choice. To customize your layout, you can stagger the knobs into rows, with long chains on the bottom and short chains on top to avoid pendants overlapping. To make this look more child-friendly, choose chunky, colorful knobs, and hang the entire rack lower on the wall, so it's within easy reach of smaller hands.