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Jewelry Organization Ideas: 12 Tips for a Tangle-Free Setup
Published April 23, 2025 | By Sarah Ford

Original post: Jewelry Organization Ideas: 12 Tips for a Tangle-Free Setup | Redfin

When it comes to jewelry, organization often falls by the wayside. Necklaces tangle, earrings go missing, and your favorite pieces end up hidden at the bottom of a drawer. If you’ve ever found yourself untangling a necklace moments before heading out the door, you’re not alone. This is your invitation to rethink how you store, display, and care for your collection.

Whether you’re organizing a jewelry tray in your Harrisburg, PA home, refreshing your vanity in Los Angeles, or storing seasonal pieces in your Chilmark, MA rental, these expert-backed tips will help you create a beautiful and functional setup.

Tips to Consider Before Starting

Start by Decluttering
“You won’t wear what you can’t see,” says Jenn Mapp Bressan, personal style consultant at MappCraft in Virginia Beach, VA. She recommends rotating seasonal pieces using necklace busts and clear acrylic display boxes. “Skip the bulky armoire unless it holds fine jewelry. Otherwise, it becomes a graveyard for outdated costume pieces.”

Prioritize Efficiency
Kristin MacRae of Organized Energized Living! in Bonita Springs, FL, advises: “Don’t buy a jewelry organizer that makes you move five items just to get to one. Take inventory, then find a grab-and-go solution.”

Divide by Item Type
The team at Allure Pack in Garfield, NJ recommends using a jewelry roll or box with dedicated spaces for rings, necklaces, and bracelets to avoid tangles and keep items visible.

1. Use Velvet Compartments

Velvet-lined trays add a touch of luxury and help prevent tangling. Yamile and Johanna of Weco Home Organizers suggest separating everyday pieces into a smaller container to streamline your morning routine.

2. Add Pull-Out Drawers

Legacy Wardrobes in Philadelphia recommends velvet-lined pull-out drawers for visibility and protection.

3. Invest in a Jewelry Box

Look for one with thoughtful compartments, or consider a wall-mounted cabinet. Girl With A Truck in San Francisco suggests keeping jewelry in cool, dry spaces and using anti-tarnish strips.

4. Stackable Trays Save Space

Laura Yeh of Endlessly Organized loves them for drawers: “They’re customizable and compact — perfect for everything from dainty chains to statement cuffs.”

5. Use the Back of a Door

Betsy Tucker of Type A Lifestyle Co. and Anika Tarasiewicz of CRAFT by Anika recommend over-the-door organizers with velvet lining, removable trays, and flexible mounting options.

6. Clear Storage for Visibility

Dor Klein of urBin Smart Storage swears by clear boxes with dividers, grouped by type, for frustration-free mornings.

7. Let Necklaces Hang

Use decorative knobs or jewelry trees to store and display. Jessica Koczwara of Serene & Strategic Spaces and Melissa Greenberg of Curated Closets L.A. love this space-saving tip.

8. Stylish Ring & Earring Storage

Victoria Greene of Meet Your Neat suggests using pretty boxes or trays. Amare Wear stores their pieces in velvet-lined drawers sorted by tone and type — a chic visual display.

9. Get Creative

Z Smith of Bower Bird LLC uses pushpins, wine bottles, and driftwood for clever and artistic storage.

10. DIY Display Ideas

Kim Tottori of Spark Joy with Aloha recommends using small boxes lined with fabric. Cheryl Wright of Simple Order suggests repurposing towel holders for hanging bracelets and necklaces.

11. Personalize Your System

Sarah Sailors of The Wave by Sarah Sailors uses a 3-part method:

  • Display favorites on a mirrored tray

  • Store the rest in divided compartments

  • Hang necklaces by type or length

12. Combine Tips for the Perfect Setup

New Beginnings Pro Cleaning Services suggests layering solutions: divided boxes, drawer trays, and wall organizers. Even ice cube trays can work in a pinch.

Jewelry Care Tips
From Moody’s Jewelry:

  • Store by type (don’t mix delicate and heavy metals)

  • Use anti-tarnish strips

  • Avoid moisture and sunlight

  • Rotate pieces to avoid over-wear

Jewelry Organization for Every Home

Whether you’re in Virginia Beach, Northern Virginia, or Washington DC, a well-thought-out jewelry organization system can make your mornings smoother and your accessories more accessible. From velvet trays to clever DIY solutions, the goal is the same: a tangle-free, beautiful setup that reflects your personal style.

Jennifer Bressan