9. Velvet-Lined Accessory Tray
For older children who have begun to collect jewelry, watches, or small trinkets, a simple tray placed on a closet shelf is a must. Instead of letting these items scatter on the dresser, creating a dedicated velvet-lined tray in the closet ensures they stay safe and organized. It teaches your child to care for their belongings and establishes a routine of putting away jewelry when they take it off. You can easily make this look expensive and professional with just a few basic materials from a craft store, and it adds a touch of grown-up style to their closet organization.
How to Make
Find a shallow wooden or cardboard tray that fits on a closet shelf. Buy a piece of self-adhesive velvet or felt. Cut the fabric to fit the bottom and sides of the tray. Carefully press the velvet into place, smoothing out any bubbles as you go. For added organization, use thin strips of foam or cardboard, also wrapped in velvet, to create internal compartments for different types of jewelry. Place the tray on an eye-level shelf. This creates a “special place” for your child’s treasures and prevents those small items from getting lost in larger bins.
Things Needed
- Shallow wooden or cardboard tray
- Self-adhesive velvet or felt
- Foam strips for dividers
- Scissors
- Glue (if the fabric is not self-adhesive)
