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Diy Jewelry Organizer - Free Sewing Pattern

Feb 19, 2020

Super practical and cute! Sew an easy diy jewelry organizer using my latest pattern that's free for all newsletter subscribers. No more searching for your earrings and a matching necklace - and no more tangled mess!

diy jewelry organizer

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Diy Jewelry organizer

I have a confession to make: I hardly ever take my jewelry with me on vacation. Why? Because I always get a tangled mess trying to keep them in my old cosmetic pouch. While I have a pretty much well-working solution for necklace storage in my home (THIS super simple necklace hanger - works perfectly!), I honestly needed a sound travel-proof jewelry storage solution.

Now I'm showing off what I made, and showing you how to make a diy jewelry organizer. You know, just in case you need one. Or know someone who'd need one.

diy jewelry organizer
It can be a perfect Mother's Day gift, too!

Now back to sewing your diy jewelry organizer. It makes a perfect jewelry storage pouch for travel.

How To make a Jewelry Organizer

You only need two fat quarters of fabric and 2 yards of cord. I used these colorful prints from the Sweet Honey Kisses collection I got from Riley Blake Designs (thank you!) and added matching aqua fabric from their Kisses and Confetti Cotton collections. Super happy about how it turned out!

fabric used for diy jewelry organizer

Features

  • a padded center storage area to stash larger pieces of jewelry, such as watches and bracelets,
  • eight inner pockets provide convenient storage for rings and smaller items
  • the satin cord cinches the top closed and prevents tangling
  • cuteness factor plus easier closure: hexie pulls!

Finished Size of the jewelry Holder

What I also love about this diy jewelry holder is the size. So handy - it's something like a 5" ball, you can safely throw it into your purse and carry it anywhere with you!

Finished size: closed 5" x 5" x 6" (13 x 13 x 15 cm), open flat: 12" (30cm)

diy jewelry organizer
No time to sew it now? Save this project on Pinterest for later!

But first, I'd like to mention that this pattern has been tested by my trusted pattern testers, so make sure to check out their beautiful jewelry organizers too - some of their photos are in the shop.

diy jewlry organizer
Some of the pattern testers' makes, so pretty!

Now, let me give you a full supplies list so you've got everything ready to start:

Supplies

  • two fat quarters of quilting fabric (I used prints from the Sweet Honey Kisses collection)
  • a 3" scrap piece of fusible fleece
  • 2.2 yards or 2 meters of ⅛"-width (3mm) satin cording
  • sewing machine or needle, pins or sewing clips,
  • iron, scissors, or rotary cutter plus cutting mat (I use this one by Olfa)
  • the free template

DIY JEWELRY ORGANIZER sewing steps

Step 1 - Get the pattern

Join our mailing list and get the jewelry organizer pattern emailed to you:

OR do you want a printable copy of the WHOLE tutorial? Scroll to the bottom of this tutorial for more details!

Step 2 - Print the pattern and Cut The Fabric

Print it out at no scaling (=100% size) and tape the paper pieces where necessary. Then cut out the fabric pieces:

  • 2 large circles (Pattern Piece #1)
  • 2 smaller circles (Pattern Piece #2)
  • 1 piece of fusible fleece (Pattern Piece #3)
  • 4 squares the size of 3" (7.5 cm) for hexies (optional, no pattern piece)
cutting fabric for diy jewelry organizer

Step 3 - Make 2 buttonholes

Once you've cut out the 2 large circle pieces (from pattern piece #1), grab the one that's planned to become the outer and make 2 buttonholes on opposite sides of the circle, each the size of half an inch, and placed between 1 ¾" and 2 ¼" (4.5 and 5.7cm) away from the outer edge. See image below:

measurements for diy jewelry organizer

Use a buttonhole foot if you have one, it makes it so easy to sew buttonholes! Also, a useful tip: when you've finished sewing the buttonhole and you're ready to cut the slit using your seam ripper, place a pin to the spot where the slit should end - this way, you won't cut too far! See photo below:

buttonhole sewing on blue fabric

BONUS TIP: Alternative To Buttonholes

If you aren't a fan of sewing buttonholes you'll love what Ulrike (find her on Etsy here) suggested when pattern testing: use 2 grommets instead - here's how to add grommets the easy way. Eyelets are an option too.

Please note:

  • before starting, fuse a 1" square piece of strong interfacing on the back side of the fabric where a grommet or an eyelet will be installed
  • grommet's or eyelet's outer diameter must be a bit smaller than ½", or it won't fit into the channel.
  • Caution when sewing: make sure the needle never runs into the grommet/eyelet, or it will break!

Step 4 - sew the large piece

We're still with pattern piece #1 - Now it's time to stitch the two large circles together: Place the two large circle pieces RST and stitch around using a ¼" (7mm) seam allowance and make sure to leave a 2" (5cm) gap for turning. The arrows in the photo below show where the two buttonholes are placed. (SAME POSITION FOR EYELETS, NOT PICTURED)

diy jewelry organizer sewing

Step 5 - Turn Right side out

Use pinking shears to trim the edges or make small notches all around the circle for easier turning. (I really, really love using pinking shears here, it goes so much faster!) Do not trim on the gap for turning.

trim the seam allowance on diy organizer using pinking shears

Step 6 - Edgestitch around

Once turned right-side-out, press and then edgestitch all the way around. The seam will also close the gap for turning.

diy jewelry organizer

Step 7 - Make Pockets

Start working on pattern piece #2, the Pocket. First, apply the small 3-inch circle of fusible fleece (#3) to the backside of what you want to become the pocket lining (not visible!).

how to sew teh pockets for diy jewelry organizer

Step 8 - Stitch The Pocket Circles

Place the two pocket pieces RST and stitch around using a ¼" (7mm) seam allowance and make sure to leave a 2" (5cm) gap for turning.

diy jewelry organizer

Step 9 - Turn right Side out

Press to set the seam and trim the edge using pinking shears (do not trim on the gap for turning), turn right-side-out, press and edgestitch, just like you did with the larger circles.

TIP: Pressing makes the edge stitching so much easier!

diy jewelry organizer

Step 10 - Trace And Sew Slip Pockets

  • Use pattern pieces #3 and #2 to trace the central 3" circle and the dividers onto the sewn pocket piece (#2).
  • Center the pocket circle on the large (shell) circle, like this: large circle (#1) with LINING facing UP and the pocket circle (#2) with the LINING facing DOWN. (In other words, the inside of the larger circle and the inside of the smaller circle should be touching.)
  • Topstitch through ALL the layers - both the small center circle and all straight pocket dividers, as marked by the blue lines in the photo below:
diy jewelry organizer sewing step

Step 11 - Make A Casing For the Cording

Remember the two buttonholes you made when starting the project? These are on the outer side of the large circle. Now, we'll make the casing - two circular seams that will align with the buttonholes - see the two red circles in the below photo.

  1. The buttonholes will end up between the two seams, and these seams will just barely touch the edges of the buttonholes.
  2. The INNER LINE of stitching will be super close to the edge of the smaller circle - just make sure not to stitch over it. If you love measuring, it should be exactly 2" (5.1cm) away from the finished edge of the large circle. This is the place where the buttonhole edge is.
  3. The OUTER LINE of stitching should be ½" (1.3cm) away from the inner line. Measuring from the outer edge, it's 1 ½" (3.8cm) from the large circle's outer edge.
sewing casing for pockets

IMPORTANT: the two seams should be ½" (1.3cm) apart, as the drawstring casing needs to be exactly this width. Here's a detailed view of the two casing lines on the inner side of the jewelry pouch:

diy jewelry organizer detail

...and on the outside. The two stitching lines 'encase' the buttonholes, and voila! the drawstring casing is finalized.

buttonhole for diy jewelry organizer

Step 12 - insert the cording

Now we'll need to insert the two 40" (1m) satin cords into the casing. Here's how:

  1. Attach your first cord to a safety pin and guide it through one buttonhole opening all the way around. Yep, you've read that right, both cord tails will peek out from the SAME buttonhole.
  2. Guide the other cord through the other buttonhole, all the way around. See below:
how to insert drawstring

Step 13 - Add Drawstring Pulls

Tie off a knot on each end of the drawstring. You've finished your diy jewelry organizer - unless you want your drawstring pulls to be extra cute. I added two cute hexie pulls to make the drawstring pouch even easier to use. Perfect!

pulls on diy jewelry organizer

Here is how to baste the hexies, my latest tutorial.

If you want a detailed step-by-step on how to insert these pretty hexie pulls, I've got you covered, too:

diy hexie drawstring pull instructions

Check out the detailed how-to for adding hexie drawstring pulls - TUTORIAL HERE.

And, finished! You've just made a beautiful diy jewelry organizer. Congrats!

Oh, and I have not yet shown how the inside looks like when you pull on those drawstrings! Beautiful tiny pockets just popping out of from a previously flat piece of fabric:

diy jewelry organizer with pockets

or when in action, full of my necklaces, bracelets and rings:

diy jewelry organizer filled with necklaces

Make sure to check out the photos in the shop too, there are more beautiful jewelry organizers sewn by pattern testers!

Safely store all your jewelry in separate pockets while traveling to prevent tangling in this adorable pouch! Perfect for carrying cosmetics too, and add a stylish touch to your overnight travel routine.

Save this project on Pinterest for later:

diy jewelry organizer

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Comments

  1. Nancy DeVelde

    March 07, 2023 at 9:43 pm

    I love your patterns!

    Reply
  2. Joyce

    November 09, 2021 at 7:49 pm

    So much cuter than I thought it would be. So much so that when I shared pictures with family they all wanted one. I would recommend the interfacing on one of each sized circles. It really does make a difference. Makes it look very professional..This is a very easy to follow tutorial, a beginner sewer will have not problem following the very well written tutorial. Thank you for offering this sewing pattern.

    Reply
  3. Malène

    October 03, 2021 at 6:51 am

    Thank you so much for this very nice purse which will be a nice gift for christmas

    Reply
  4. Lisa

    July 28, 2020 at 7:16 pm

    This is so beautiful, Damjana! I am always blown away by your attention to detail! Love it!

    Reply
    • Damjana

      July 28, 2020 at 7:35 pm

      Lisa,

      thank you so much, dear friend! <3 Sending hugs (e-hugs are a thing, right? 🙂
      Damjana

      Reply
      • vlatka

        September 14, 2022 at 2:24 pm

        Hello Damjana,
        I was preparing myself in making this beautiful and useful pouch for some time...and finaly made it. It is indeed very good looking and to a none-sewer an extremely precious item. Thank you sooo much for sharing.
        Greetings from Croatia

        Reply
  5. Dani P

    April 07, 2020 at 8:10 pm

    Made some as a gift for sons' girlfriends for when they travel.
    Easy, beautiful, useful.
    I showed it around my sewing class and gave everyone the link. Everyone was impressed.
    Used colored twine I had at home that matched the fabrics. Not the really scratchy type, but a silkier one. I think it came from a dollar store.
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Damjana

      April 07, 2020 at 8:13 pm

      Dani that's so kind of you, thank you!

      Reply
  6. Rose4

    February 27, 2020 at 4:59 am

    Outstanding use of fabric ! Loving this so much , can hardly wait to make it 👍🏼Love your creativity 💕

    Reply
  7. Cherease

    February 25, 2020 at 3:37 pm

    Thank you so much! What an awesome bag for jewelry! Can't wait to try it. Thanks again! ~Cherease

    Reply
  8. Momo G

    February 25, 2020 at 2:48 pm

    You are so right, and yours is beautiful! I made these as gifts years ago with silver cloth as the lining. It prevents tarnish of silver jewelry and other metals. I store my silver necklaces in an extra silver cloth pouch with pockets for silverware that I have had for over 50 years. No tarnish ever happens! 😀 It can be bought by the yard. It is a nice, very soft flannel that is treated to protect fine silver, and perfect for jewelry. Look for Pacific Silver Cloth or Hagerty. It is expensive, but it is 58 inches wide and goes a long way in small projects. You can line a drawer with it, too. It is always seen inside silver chests because it works so well. I guarantee: a jewelry pouch made with it will become a cherished heirloom! (Great bridal shower gift she won’t receive duplicates of!). You’re welcome. Love, Grandma, LOL! 😆

    Reply
    • Damjana

      February 25, 2020 at 3:06 pm

      Barbara hi,
      this is an awesome idea! Thank you for dropping by, happy to hear from you. xoxo,

      Reply
  9. Dawn

    February 25, 2020 at 2:00 pm

    Great idea! One way to make it even better would be to use cross stitch fabric (aida cloth) so that you can secure your ear rings directly on the fabric so they don't fall out if the bag gets turned upside down.

    Reply
    • Damjana

      February 25, 2020 at 3:09 pm

      Dawn hi,

      what a great idea! I think I have some of the aida cloth somewhere at the bottom of my stash...I'm terrible with cross-stitch so this might be a way better use of it!

      Reply

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