Keep your jewelry organized and clean at the same time, all in one easy step with this new product!
You have all heard me talk about how important it is to keep your jewelry safe and clean, but there are a number of new products that go a step further (or a step back, depending on how you look at it): prevention. That’s right! Instead of waiting for your jewelry to get scratched and tarnished and then have to deal with it, why not start by preventing the tarnishing in the first place? The Intercept Jewelry Anti-Tarnish Storage System does just that, and so much more! This jewelry organizer keeps jewelry neat and tidy, and tarnish free. You may not want to use this for everyday jewelry (or maybe you do), but it is a great choice for safe keeping of really special pieces (think Grandma’s earrings, mother in law’s necklace, that special present from your hubby), etc. Each bag is coated with special anti tarnish material that protects metals and other precious jewelry from damage from corrosive gases for 30 years. This is the same method used with keeping fine silverware tarnish free, but is now available for jewelry as well! The red bags are easy to spot, and easy to use. The folding bags are great for travel – simply toss them into your suitcase for safe jewelry travel anytime! Since you are preventing tarnish from happening in the first place, you won’t have to use any harsh chemicals later on to clean your jewelry, making this a non toxic, eco friendly option for jewelry storage – good for you and good for the earth! Works great for silver, gold, brass, copper and bronze. The set includes two divided, folding bags with separate compartments and two drawstring bags – a great investment for your jewelry collection!
This week’s featured product is great for clutter busting, as it mounts to the wall, allowing you to save space around the home.
The Wire Jewelry and Accessories Rack is great for all you lovers of accessories, particularly the hanging type! This jewelry organizer mounts right to the wall, allowing you to free up space on the bathroom counter, dresser top, or anywhere else you would normally place a jewelry box. Although it doesn’t have special places for earrings, this jewelry wall rack is great for hanging pieces, such as necklaces, bracelets, watches, and even clothing accessories like belts, scarves and purses. The notch necklace bar keeps each necklace from touching the next one, reducing the risk of tearing, tangling and breakage to your favorite necklaces and bracelets. One great idea I had for this wall rack is to use it as a sort of valet for the next day’s outfit. For example, if you mount it to the wall in the closet, you can then put whatever accessories you need for the next day (or the whole week) on this rack so that you don’t have to decide in the morning, shaving valuable time off of your morning primping routine. You can hang a necklace, bracelet or watch, plus any scarves or belts that you will be wearing with your next outfit. On the upper shelf, place perfumes, lip gloss, any makeup, notes, lists and reminders for that day. If you find that you skip out on accessorizing your outfit out of lack of time, it may be beneficial to mount this rack to a wall that is easily accessible on your way out the door, instead of in the closet, for easier access! Whatever you use it for, this jewelry organizer gets two thumbs up from me for its space-efficient and functional qualities.
Summer travel season is rapidly approaching – read on to see which travel jewelry organizer is right for you!
With summer just a stone’s throw away, many of us are getting ready for vacations. Vacations of all types, from fun in the sun beach getaways to fab European excursions to simple weekend road trips and other jaunts! Whatever type of traveler you are, and whatever your style, there IS a jewelry organizer designed to get your favorite gems from door to door in one piece! Here are some of my best finds for the season.
For Light Packers and Backpackers – This goes for anyone who will be carrying most of her travel belongings on her back. Whether you are backpacking through Europe or hiking into a friend’s wedding under a forest canopy, you still need to accessorize, whether you are in this camp-wedding or not! What you’ll need: Something compact, with just enough space for a few of each type of jewelry. Try a Jewelry Roll – these fit into even the smallest luggage (or day-pack, if it’s a hike-in wedding). They are similar size to an envelope, but meant for jewelry.
Medium Size Jewelry Collections on the GO! Go for a Purse Style Jewelry Box. Bonus – if you can fit your entire jewelry collection in one of these organizers – this one is very compact yet packs a punch in terms of storage, you don’t even have to pick what you want to take along – simply bring it all with you and decide at the hotel!
Diva Travel Goddess: You need choices. Many many choices while on the go, for dinner, beach, sightseeing – the possibilities are endless, and so should be your jewelry choices. My advice is to go as big and boxy as you want – it can’t hurt. Just make sure you use something that has an interior that can take rolling around with grace – think zippers, button closure ring rolls, and a lock or latch on the cover.
This new line of Jewelry Organizers has a European flair, a fun and effective way to store your jewelry!
The Tuscany Jewelry Organizer looks like a little leather purse, but packs a punch in terms of jewelry storage. Made of genuine leather with a beautiful brown finish, this jewelry box has beautiful style. Natural crackling patterns are visible on each part of the exterior of the box, with the patterns differing in sizes and shapes throughout. The interior is fully lined to protect your gorgeous gems, keeping tarnish at bay and scratching virtually impossible. Storage options include a ring tray that can hold your favorite finger decorations or earring studs, holding each one upright for beautiful viewing. The tray lifts out to reveal a compartment for necklaces, pendants, and any other loose jewelry you have. On the right side, there is an additional open compartment for jewels, and this organizer comes complete with a bonus travel jewelry box, great for taking on long weekends away or full length summer vacations. The interior of the lid contains a flap with an oval mirror, great for clasping necklaces, putting on earrings or applying makeup with ease. The flap folds down to reveal a hidden storage area with hooks for hanging pieces. This beautiful jewelry organizer is a welcome addition to any woman’s collection, and makes a great gift for holidays, birthdays and Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother’s Day to all you moms out there!
This Jewelry Organizer is just for your little princess!
The Princess Jewelry Cabinet is a very popular item this year. And why not? Why shouldn’t every little girl get to pretend she’s all grown up just like mom? Plus, it might keep her out of your real grown up jewelry, saving you time and money from lost and damaged gems. Most little girls, at one time or another, go through the imagination play stage. First they start off playing animals, then family, and then, one day, before you know it, your little girl wants to play with makeup and jewelry! What better gift is there for a princess than her very own jewelry organizer? I love this one because it is of a really high quality wood construction, with lots of drawers and secret storage areas. The superior quality also allows it to have a great resale value once she grows out of it, although many will keep it into their “tween” years. This jewelry cabinet is just like a grown up’s jewelry armoire, but sized down and painted just for her. Side cabinets hold necklaces and bracelets and other long hang items, and the middle features divided drawers so she can practice organizing and taking good care of her jewels. A large center section with a magnetic door has a hidden jewelry storage drawer within it, and, of course, the whole thing is painted purple and pink, with a crown on top, making your little one feel like a true princess when she p lays dress up! You will be surprised and thankful when you see how much time your princess can amuse herself with this beautiful armoire. For an alternate DIY project, cover a shoe box, plastic box or other container in princess wrapping paper so that she has a special place to keep her gems.
This Jewelry Organizer is an all in one primping center, perfect for last minute getting ready in the morning or night!
The Wall Mount Accessory and Jewelry Organizer is an open style jewelry armoire that offers maximum jewelry storage at a great price, and so much more! Underneath the jewelry rack is a separate bar for hanging scarves, purses, and any other type of hanging accessory you can think of. Now there is no excuse for leaving the house un-accessorized. One of the things that I like best about this jewelry rack, besides the accessory hanger, which is my favorite, is that it has a separate hook for all of your gems so that they are all laid out in front of you, ready to go. Seven wire rows are perfect for earrings of all types, from small dangling earrings to large loops and more. Below that are fifteen pegs for hanging bracelets (or more earrings, if that’s your thing). And underneath that are nine more pegs for long hanging necklaces. Hanging necklaces is much better for them than shoving them in a drawer, it reduces tangling, snags and breakage, so that they will be around a lot longer to accessorize you. A tray with three divided sections is perfect for watches, rings, brooches and more. And, underneath that is the oh so useful accessory bar, for scarves, belts or headbands. Made of wood and lined to protect your jewelry for years to come. Use this jewelry wall rack wherever you are likely to do your primping in the morning, including the bathroom, bedroom, near the closet or even by the front door if you live in a studio!
Did you score any jewelry for Valentine’s Day? I didn’t, but there’s something about this day of celebrating love that makes you want to bring out your best, or at least look at what you’ve collected over the years! We all have different preferred styles. Some of us love modern, some of us love traditional, and these preferences carry throughout every aspect of our lives, including fashion, home décor, jewelry and more! Here are some great choices of jewelry boxes that represent different styles – something for everyone!
Modern and Contemporary – If you are a gal who loves modern home décor (think black, white, chrome and bold “accent walls”), then there is certainly a jewelry organizer that will suit you. Look for modern materials including faux leather, and soft, subdued appearances that include lots of right angles (squares and rectangles) as opposed to ornately carved woods, for example. The Delaney Jewelry Box is a great choice. It packs a punch in terms of capacity, with a tray for every type of jewelry, and when closed, it looks like an attaché, the perfect complement to your European style furnishings.
Traditional and Classic – If you are more into the antique style, then you can stick with woods, which can stand out easily on your dresser or counter top. Choose from a variety of finishes and wooden carvings, and extras that include mirrors, music boxes, velvet interiors, and more. One of my favorite ways to get this traditional look are with the jewelry boxes that look like tiny pieces of furniture. For example, a little dresser style box, complete with metal drawer pulls, or the adorable armoire style jewelry boxes that look like a little closet, such as the Layla Jewelry Box. Whatever your preferred style is, don’t settle - keep looking until you find the right box to match your home décor!
The Product of the Week this week fits right into your purse, jewelry organizer or suitcase, and comes in multiple forms!
Happy New Year! Ahead of us we have a whole year of fun. Fun traveling, fun with jewelry and much more. Many of us like to polish our jewelry. What can I say? It’s just fun to watch it get a little brighter, shinier and more beautiful every time! And it’s certainly more gratifying than most other types of cleaning. For travel, there are many options for jewelry cleaners on the go. Obviously you don’t want to bring a big jar of paste or (worse) liquid and have it spill all over your suitcase or car, so what can you do to make sure that your jewelry looks its best anywhere you go? Here are some tips and great products for achieving this:
1. Polishing Cloths – this is a great one to keep in your purse or in the glove box. Next time you are in a waiting room, or picking up the kids from school, you can whip out this cloth and shine your rings, for a start. It’s hard to believe how well these actually work until you give it a try – it is truly phenomenal when you see the tarnish on the cloth after using it on what you thought were your clean rings. Note: since these cloths are coated with a cleaner, you will want to put them in a ziplock bag before sticking them in your purse.
2. Gel and Brush Jewelry Cleaner – This one is great for travel, not so much for the purse, though, as it requires rinsing. You can polish many jewelry pieces with the handy cleaner and brush set, and then rinse to perfection. The cap screws on tight, but I would recommend putting this in a ziplock bag just in case.
A Jewelry Stand gets a facelift with Victorian Style and convenient Jewelry Storage concepts!
You’ve all heard me rave about Jewelry Trees, I’ve blogged about them at least once before. This is a new take (actually not new at all, but definitely a come back piece) on the jewelry tree. Instead of a tree, it is a beautiful Victorian lady. Her name is Cherie, and she is an elegant choice for a jewelry organizer. These jewelry stands have been around forever, a favorite during Victorian times and ever since. She looks like a porcelain doll (actually resin) and has your choice of two different colored dresses, pale blue and tan. Eight metal hooks hold necklaces, bracelets, watches, rings and some hanging earrings - that’s right, pretty much all types of jewelry! The best thing about a jewelry stand is that is that it’s a great alternative to jewelry boxes and drawer jewelry dividers in some cases. One benefit to a jewelry stand is that it keeps necklaces and chains from tangling and breaking. When they are hanging, as opposed to coiled in a little divided box, they simply can’t get tangled with themselves or other pieces. But, the reason that I like jewelry stands the most is that you can keep some of your favorite everyday pieces handy and ready to go at a moment’s notice. If you’re like me, you don’t have time to look through a jewelry box every morning, night, etc. I’m very busy, so the only hope for me to accessorize myself is to have everything laid out, easy to see and easy to access, tangle free and just enough choices to take me through the week. So give this beautiful lady, Cherie the Victorian Lady Jewelry Stand a try! She just might convince you to look your best every day!
An All Purpose Box or Container makes a great jewelry organizer!
A jewelry organizer doesn’t have to be fancy! In fact, most of us find that while we go through life we are accumulating so much jewelry that, by the time we are adults, we probably have more than one jewelry organizer anyway! It’s nice to have a really nice jewelry box for special items. This is the kind of investment piece jewelry organizer that you will spend a good amount of money on probably. Some people like an ornate, hardwood box with carved details. Some like the little armoire type glass jewelry boxes for with lights for displaying jewelry on the dresser top. But, for everyday jewelry, a great place to start is with a simple box on the counter of the bathroom. Keeping a small selection of jewelry in the bathroom where you get ready is a great way to remember to accessorize your outfits properly. I know that if I don’t see the jewelry staring me in the face, (by that I mean reminding me that it’s there), I simply will forget or feel to lazy to put any on. My life is so busy that I’ve found that keeping two or three pairs of earrings, two necklaces and a bracelet or anklet right on the counter, with the box open, is easy enough for me to accomplish a finished look when I leave the house. Every couple of months, I switch up the selection of what is in there to so that I’m not over wearing the same pieces. Any type of box can serve this purpose. These Faux Leather Boxes make a great jewelry organizer. I actually have a folding box that I got at Christmas with an array of Victoria’s Secret perfumes – I simply put a square piece of cotton in there to protect the jewelry. But, I’m thinking of upgrading…