We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you haven’t caught on yet, crochet is having a major moment right now — practically everyone seems to have jumped on this relaxing craft, and maybe you have too. There’s something special about crochet because it blurs the line between fine art, creative hobby, and functional home stuff. If you’re tired of the usual jewelry storage solutions and want to put that cute practice placemat you just whipped up to good use, here’s a fun idea: hang a small, flat crochet piece on the wall and use it to organize your jewelry. Simply hook your earrings, slip your brooches, or weave your necklaces right through the stitches. Looking for a fresh approach to jewelry storage? This wall-mounted crochet organizer could be your answer. It’s a smart way to clear up space in your drawers or on your vanity, looks quirky and charming, and gives you the chance to show off your favorite pieces. Plus, it adds that personal touch to your space that makes a house feel like home. Now, here’s the catch — not every piece of jewelry will work with this setup. It’s perfect for earrings, which hang nicely through the gaps in the yarn, and brooches too. Necklaces are fair game as well since you can just open the clasp. Rings and chunky bracelets are trickier though. But you’re not limited to just jewelry! This trick works great for lightweight accessories like sunglasses, delicate watches, silk scarves, and hair clips — basically anything that can fit through the crochet holes is fair game.
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Ways to organize your jewelry using a crochet blanket
Trading in your old jewelry box for a crochet piece is totally doable and budget-friendly. You can easily find secondhand crochet blankets for cheap — or even grab them for free from family and friends who’ve got extras lying around. If you know your way around a crochet hook, you can make your own wall-mounted jewelry organizer for just a skein or two of yarn, depending on how fancy you want to get. Grab a size I-9 hook and pick your favorite color of medium-weight yarn. Start with a chain as long as you want your organizer to be, then work single crochet stitches for however many rows feel right. Mix things up with different patterns and techniques to create a bunch of different spots to hang your stuff.
Once you’ve got your crochet piece ready — whether you made it from scratch, pulled out your grandma’s old potholders, or found a cute thrifted doily — it’s time to hang it up. Use wall hooks (or removable hooks if you’re renting) to secure it. These options are super subtle and won’t mess with your walls. If you want something that really stands out, check out some bold hooks instead.
One thing you might run into is the crochet piece drooping over time. No worries, though — there are a few easy fixes. The simplest solution is sliding a bamboo skewer or ⅛ inch dowel rod through the stitches to give it extra support. Another idea is taking the backing out of a decorative frame and gluing your crochet piece inside with super glue. We’re fans of this option for around $22, but honestly, you could score a frame at a thrift store for way less. You can also add a chunky yarn border to give it more structure — do this when you’re making it, or add it to a thrifted piece later.
