I have to show you the jewelry tree that Mark built for me using old doorknobs and an old porch post we salvaged from one of the old houses we dismantled in Jacksonville. (The porch posts supported the old carport.)
I knew one of them was destined to become a jewelry tree when I spotted this inspirational idea on Pinterest.
The first thing I did after buying several orphaned, old knobs at an antique store was clean the old porch post.
Then, Mark made a wooden stand for the post since it needed to sturdily stand upright.
After that was done, we drilled multiple holes in the porch column. We staggered the holes so that my necklaces would hang freely.
Also, we chose a drill bit that was slightly smaller than the doorknob hardware. After the holes were drilled, we gently forced the knob hardware into the holes. It was such a snug fit, we didn’t even have to glue them.
Next, I had an old round finial that I thought would look pretty on top of the post so that was nailed to the top of the post.
After that, I liberally painted oil-based polyurethane to the entire jewelry tree and allowed it to dry throughly.
We brought it into the house the next day, and I had fun arranging my jewelry on it.
I’m delighted how it turned out!
Oh, and if you like my mosaic wall, you can read about it here.
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Winner! Super cute, Kim, and I love it.
Oh how fun – What a great idea. I love it
I always enjoy seeing people’s creativity, Keep that creative mind going
I have never seen or think of such an unique jewelry “tree”. It looks really fantastic but I think it is possible to paint it like a real tree. What do you think?
That would certainly be a unique way to make one. Heck, you could even use a big branch from a real tree, in my opinion.
That’s really pretty, and just the right height, too. I love displayed baubles and such.
This is so cool. I love it.
Love your jewelry tree, that is so incredible. Took some work and patience too it looks like. Love also it’s one of a kind, nobody else will have one. Will you keep it do you think or eventually sell it. Wish we could find a porch post. Glad you shared this awesome idea. Enjoy seeing your pretties displayed, can find them all now.
Happy week
I will probably keep the one shown in the photos, but we’re planning to make more for sale.
Love your baubles tree! Very unique! Love the old chipper look. Wish I could find an old post like that, and some old knobs. Can’t believe how much they sell for nowadays. Thank for sharing your wonderful baubles tree!
I love your jewelry tree. What a great idea.
I love this idea. How fun and what a creative idea. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me.
This is just perfect! I love the door knobs and the chippy post! I’m featuring it this week on Shabbilicous Friday~ xo
visiting from project parade linky..what a cool idea! I wish I could make something like that and have it turn out looking as good as yours! I love what you have done!
Cheri
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I love projects that incorporate vintage doorknobs. This is so clever! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Inspiration Party.
Congrats! You were featured on Friday’s Five Features over on DIY Vintage Chic. Stop by and grab yourself a button! http://diy-vintage-chic.blogspot.com/2015/03/fridays-five-features-no-80.html
what a fabulous idea…. love this so much…. in so many ways.
xo, Kim
Thank you so much, Kim!
Love it! So creative and useful…great idea!
Thanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY!
Blessings,
Cindy
Kim, love this idea! The chippiness of the pillar and the doorknobs are fabulous! Thanks for sharing with SYC. I will be featuring you this week.
hugs,
Jann
Brilliant! I love this idea. Best I’ve seen in a long time for jewelry displays. Thank you for sharing it at What We Accomplished Wednesdays. Blessings, Deborah
I have collected some interesting door knobs and thought that one day I would have enough to make a coat rack using the knobs. I didn’t figure out how I was going to get the square rod into the round hole. You gave me the solution. Thanks.
I just adore this repurpose, Kim, and am featuring your prodigal pieces today! :o)
Sweet!
Kim….I love your blog and your style!
This tree is ADORABLE!!!!
Thank you so much, Holly . . . and thanks for dropping by!
I was trying to think of a thrifty way to add a coat rack to my bedroom for towels n random clothes that are pulled out during the week. I’m going to make a bigger version of your post. With the different doorknobs I love the rustic boho effect. Thank u for sharing!!
That’s a great idea! Glad I could help!