This upcycled jewelry box project is from a couple of years ago and I wasn’t thinking about blogging about it so I didn’t take any before photos. (I’m learning. Now I’m trying to take before photos of EVERYTHING I buy at thrift stores. Just in case they end up on the blog!)
When I found it it was a dark reddish wood with a faux stained glass insert. It was just one of the many boring little wooden jewelry boxes that I see at thrift stores all the time. I think I paid $2.99 for it at Goodwill. Small jewelry boxes like this are super easy to work on so it was a quick project. I think it sold for either $12 or $15 at Treasure Island Flea.
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{{{ See other ways I’ve upcycled jewelry boxes HERE. }}}
Upcycled Jewelry Box Supplies
- CeCe Caldwell’s chalk and clay paint, Thompsonville Teal – Here’s a similar paint that I’ve been using that’s MUCH cheaper!
- walnut stain/finish
- paint brushes
- decorative metal sheet
- staple gun & short staples
The inside was clean so I didn’t do anything but wipe it out with a damp cloth. Don’t pass up boxes if they have a stain inside though. There are many ways you can also refinish the inside of a jewelry box. Check out my other jewelry box projects to see some of them.
I’ve paired up with 19 other talented bloggers to bring you a monthly Thrift Store Decor Upcycle Challenge. Each month we will create a new home decor piece from an item (or items) we’ve found at a thrift store, yard sale, resale shop etc. There is no budget or specific theme so we are free to let our creativity run wild! Take a look at this talent:
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Leave a comment and let me know if you’ve ever upcycled a jewelry box!
‘Til the next project,
Ann @ Duct Tape and Denim
Michelle James says
I love this jewelry box. Great update!
Paula says
I had no idea that this was a jewelry box until you showed us the insides. Paint really brightens it up.
Debrashoppeno5 says
This is very pretty. I like the addition of using the decorative sheet metal.
Erlene A says
I think I’ve walked by several jewelry boxes with stained glass, but this update is easy that I may just buy one. Great job!
ducttapeanddenim says
You should! Send me a picture if you do. I’d love to see what you come up with!!!
Pili says
Love the color you used, great upcycle!!
ducttapeanddenim says
Thanks! Turquoise is my favorite but teal comes in close!
Melissa D . says
I just bought 3 jewelry boxes at a thrift store and need ideas . Thank you for giving me ideas !!
ducttapeanddenim says
Great, Melissa! I’d love to see how they turn out!
Audra @ Renewed Projects says
I LOVE this color! Thanks for including the link to the color choice. I’ll be hunting it down!
Sarune says
I love your idea of using metal sheet, I’ll keep it in mind (and Pinterest) for future projects! Visiting from Totally Terrific Tuesday Link party
Cindy says
I have seen quite a few of your updated jewelry boxes and you have inspired me! I actually bought one at Goodwill and plan to work on it after the holidays after reading and watching you with all your tips. Thanks!
ducttapeanddenim says
Great! Thanks for letting me know.
Ruth Osborne says
I love all of your jewelry box makeovers. Would you believe i found one identica to the teal box. That was my largest find . They just arent available around here. I did find another very small one, but that is the extent of my finds. Right now i am woking on old suitcases that i have had around for a long time. I am going to use them for yarn storage. The yarn is now in plastic tubs which i want to get rid of.
Did i say i love the jewelry boxes and wish i could find some larger ones to upcycle.