Upcycle projects are always some of my favorites. Finding ways to use inexpensive items from thrift stores is both fun and challenging. This upcycled thread rack into an earring holder was an easy project for the craft room destash challenge this month!
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How to Make an Earring Holder from a Thread Rack
Supplies Used:
- Thread Rack
- White Chalk Paint
- Peach Paint
- Brushes
- Decorative Tape
- Spray Protective Finish
I found this thread rack at my local Goodwill last year. Since I don’t sew, I don’t have spools of thread for it, but I thought it might work to hold loose ribbon. It didn’t work well for that, so I put it away and didn’t give it any more thought until recently as I was sorting through my craft stash. My husband happened to be in the room with me when I pulled it out. I mentioned that I didn’t know what I was going to do with it. His reply: “Looks like it would hold jewelry.” Ah! Of course it does! So, the credit for this upcycle goes to Dave! I paid $1.99 for it and I’ve seen these at JoAnn Fabric and Craft for $9.99, so it was a good buy at Goodwill.
It didn’t appear as though the rack had ever been used. I wiped it off with a cloth just to make sure any dust was gone. I gave it two coats of Waverly Chalk Paint in Ivory, allowing it to dry between each coat. I already had this paint in my craft stash. Once it was dry, I sprayed it with MinWax Polycrylic Finish.
I looked through my assortment of decorative tape and found this copper colored tape with a diamond pattern. I added two strips to each rung of the rack and also along the outer wood pieces. I painted the tips of each post with Apple Barrel Sunkissed Peach Acrylic Paint.
Since I’m using this on my Peach Painted Vanity, the copper tape and the peach painted tips work with the vanity color.
I have a lot of earrings and my rotating earring stand is full. Adding another earring holder lets me keep them in an easy to access spot. Finding a practical use for this Goodwill find and clearing out a spot in my craft stash was great!
It’s great to find ways to use items in my craft stash. For this project, I didn’t purchase anything new, so that’s always a bonus!
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Debra says
Kudos to dave! It looks so pretty on the vanity.
Beverly says
Thank you! I was glad that he sparked the idea!
Deborah Sommerlot says
Be still my upcycle heart!!!
Beverly says
Thanks, Deborah!
Roseann Hampton says
What a great way to display your earrings! I always forget to put some in because they are put away in drawers. This display would certainly help!
Beverly says
Thanks, Roseann! It’s great to have them close at hand.
Marci says
What a wonderful idea from Dave! I really like the paint color you chose and the tape adds a nice pattern. I love your earrings, too! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
Beverly says
It was! Thank you, Marci!
Carol says
This is such a cute idea Beverly. Lovely! Pinned and shared
Beverly says
Thanks, Carol. I appreciate the shares!
Donna @ Modern on Monticello says
This is such a great find and a very useful project. I will be looking for something like this the next time I shop. Thanks for sharing.
Beverly says
I was happy to have found a way to use it that fits a need. Thank you, Donna.
Kippi says
wow! This is a great idea I think i will do this craft. earrings are everywhere. Happy crafting, Kippi #kippiathome
Beverly says
Thanks! It’s an easy way to keep up with earrings!
Megan says
Very very clever plan, and one I wish I’d thought of! My earrings are a hot mess and I could soooo use this! Nice job!
Beverly says
Thanks, Megan! I was pleased to have found a good use for the rack.
Rita Harder says
What a brilliant and creative idea! Thank you so much for sharing it at the Homestyle Gathering Link party!:)
Beverly says
Thank you, Rita! Thanks for the party, too.
Katherines Corner says
great new uses for old things, pinned! Hugs
Beverly says
Thanks, Katherine. I appreciate the pin!
Kristin's Peppermints and Cherries says
The copper tape really enhances the sparkly effect with the jewelry. The rack gorgeously displays all your pretty earrings, and I’m sure it’s helpful for quick access. I store most of my earrings in a clear box that has dividers, but most of mine are small to medium in size. Pinning!
Beverly says
I like the copper tape, too. Thank you, Kristin. It is coming in handy to have them close at hand. Thanks for pinning!
Julie Briones says
Such a smart idea, Beverly! Love the washi tape accents, too! Could you hang this on a wall, as well, to save counter space? Thanks for sharing at Homestyle Gathering! Pinned!
Beverly says
Thanks! Washi Tape is such an easy way to add accents. It could probably be placed on a wall since the legs fold down to make it flat, but I’m not sure that it would look very good that way. Thanks for the party, Julie!
Erlene says
Ahh…this is perfect for jewelry and it definitely was a great buy.
Beverly says
Thanks, Erlene. It is a useful item to have. I’m always happy when I spot a good buy at the thrift store!
Alexandra says
What an excellent idea! I have seen quite a few of those, and while I do sew, I don’t have a collection big enough (or need as I don’t sew that much) for one, but I love that you turned it into a jewelry holder! Gives it a completely different look, and matches so well with your other piece. Going to have to keep my eye out for a sale, or hopefully, a thrift store find.
Beverly says
Thanks, Alexandra! I was happy to have found a way to use it that works for me. Finding it at a thrift store made it even better!
Amy says
This is so cute, and a perfect way to organize your earrings! I love the tape that you added and the colors work perfectly with your vanity. Thanks so much for sharing at Sweet Inspiration!
Beverly says
Thanks, Amy. I was pleased with having a good match on hand with the tape. Thanks for the party!
Lidia says
What a beautiful and smart upcycle!! Thanks so much for sharing on “SWeet Inspiration”!
Beverly says
Thank you, Lidia. I love finding ways to upcycle items to make them practical for me.
Emily says
What a clever idea! I have a few of those racks… but they are holding lots of thread! I would definitely snag one from a thrift store at that price. pinned!
Beverly says
It was a great price and I’m happy with how it turned out. Thanks for the pin!
Clearissa Coward says
Very nice transformation. I know you are going to enjoy using this. TFS with #BloggingGrandmothersLinkPart.
Beverly says
Thank you, Clearissa. I am. It’s great to have some of my earrings close at hand. I appreciate the party.