How to Properly Organize Jewelry
Sort Your Jewelry Before You Shop for a Jewelry Organizer
Most people buy a new jewelry box and then try to organize their jewelry into it. This is the wrong approach. Instead you should sort your jewelry first, so you’ll know whether you need more necklace drawers or ring slots, more small compartments or large ones.
To organize jewelry efficiently, first sort the jewelry by type: necklaces, rings, brooches, bracelets, and earrings. Create separate piles for any other unusual items like hatpins, jeweled barrettes, or anklets. Now sort the individual piles. Put small earrings in one pile and large earrings in another. Chunky necklaces should be separated from delicate strands.
Separate out valuable pieces or important family heirlooms. These should be kept in a home safe or safe-deposit box. You don’t want to risk losing these precious items. Sterling silver pieces should be cleaned and polished, and then kept in velvet pouches to prevent tarnish.
As you sort, toss out any mismatches or hopelessly broken pieces. Reconsider keeping anything out-of-date or that you haven’t worn in years. If a broken piece of jewelry can be repaired and you still want it, then set it aside to fix later. Finally, count how many pieces you have left of each style and type.
Simple Steps to Keep Jewelry Organized
Once you have gone through the initial process of organizing your jewelry, it is easy to keep your collection in excellent condition. Put your jewelry away when you take it off at night, taking care to return it to its proper compartment. A little time now will save you extra time in the morning when you are scrambling to find the earrings that go with your outfit.