I was at Ikea the other day looking for a clothing rack (random, I know) and I had some extra time to kill, so I did the full loop and picked up random stuff along the way.
When I saw these cork coasters, I picked up a few sets (only $1.49-1.99 for a set of two) and came up with two DIYs. The first of which is up today, for a two tiered ring dish / jewelry stand. And I’ll share the other project next week.
What I love about DIYs like this one is that they’re super affordable, practical, and don’t take long to make. Start to finish, this project took me about 20 minutes (and that’s including the cuts and drilling I had to do). So easy!
Here’s how to make your own DIY jewelry stand in 20 minutes or less (for under $10)…
Materials and Tools:
- Ikea cork coasters (1 set of the larger size and 1 set of small)
- dowel rod (3/4 inch in diameter)
- saw (hand saw or compact circular saw is fine)
- drill and 3/4 inch spade bit
- sandpaper (optional)
- scrap wood (optional)
Instructions:
Start by cutting the dowel rod down to size with a saw. I found somewhere between 6 and 8 inches long is a great length. Use sandpaper to smooth the cut edge if necessary.
Next, drill a 3/4 inch spade bit through the center of each of the two coasters (one large and one small). I’d recommend putting a board underneath the cork coaster, so that when the drill goes through it doesn’t damage your table.
Push the cut dowel rod carefully through the smaller coaster first, continuing to push it down, so the longer end is underneath the small coaster. I found that going through the top and pulling it through that way helps a lot to not damage the cork surrounding the hole.
Then poke the bottom of the dowel rod through the hole in the larger base coaster and make sure the dowel rod is secure. You can add a bead of hot glue at this time if desired, though I didn’t find it to be necessary.
Add jewelry and you’re done!
Photography and styling by Brittni Mehlhoff
Think you’ll give this DIY a try? What other DIY ideas could you use those little Ikea coasters for?
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7 DIY's guaranteed to get you more organised at home - Your DIY FamilyI really like this idea, however, I’m just not a fan of cork. I wonder if there’s something else I can use instead…
I made bracelet and watch displays but need something for my bedside http://www.shehlagrr.com/2015/04/diy-braceletwatch-display-and.html
Shehla AhmedWahh I love this! I deliberated over these coasters last week as they’re just such a pleasing shape, but we never use coasters and I couldn’t think if a different use quickly enough!
Love it! x
Eleanor Nickerson-SmithGreat idea! Thank you for sharing such amazing idea through this we can keep our jewelry organized. I will surely make this stand so that I can keep my jewelry at one place.
JeniferThis is such a quirky idea, I love ikea you can find so much in there so need to take a visit soon!
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How perfect Michelle. Love that!
BrittniThis is so funny because I picked up the exact same items to do a DIY with them, I just didn’t know what up until now. This idea is so cool!
Michellehttps://www.makeandmess.com/
Glad to hear that Melanie. 🙂 Thank you.
BrittniWow you’d never know these were coasters!! Wow!
Melanie@Toots + DillExactly Dani. The softness of the cork will make it less likely to scratch. But it’s also sturdy enough to hold a decent amount of jewelry.
BrittniThis is very cute! I also agree with the above comment about adding some paint color – it’s very customizable! I’m also guessing the cork would be a good surface for jewelry… less likely to scratch it, etc.
Dani @ Danielle and Co.Thanks Kim. It really couldn’t be any easier! Definitely give this one a try, if you have time. You can also use an Xacto knife to cut the holes, if you don’t have a spade bit for your drill, just FYI. 🙂
BrittniThis is brilliant and looks super easy (which is always a must for this clumsy girl!) I definitely want to give this a go…great post! XO -Kim
Kimhttp://www.thethirtysomethinglife.com
Aw, thanks Dawn. What a kind thing to say. Much appreciated. 🙂
BrittniThis idea is precious. I’ll try it with a little color on the cork and distress the dowel for my office paper clips, etc. Thanks for the tutorial! Also, I just have to take a moment and compliment the graphics & appearance of your site! A pleasure to scan theough!
Dawn MooreThanks Kimberly. Yes – a pop of color on the dowel rod would be fun too.
BrittniLove this DIY idea. I have much of my jewelry scattered on my dresser, so this would help to organize things a bit. I think it would also be fun to paint the dowel to add a pop of color.
Kimberly