Comments on: Jewelry Travel Organizer

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Sun, 26 Nov 2017 19:24:05 +0000

In reply to Sandy West. Sandy, thanks for mentioning that! Great idea for a jewelry boutique in a bag. :)

By: Sandy West

Sandy West — Sun, 26 Nov 2017 18:51:27 +0000

I use the large binders with the Velcro closures and carry them in a nice tote bag (one of the online clothes stores I buy from often has “free” totes for the price of postage) and call it my “Boutique in a bag”.

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Tue, 25 Apr 2017 12:56:15 +0000

In reply to Colleen. Colleen, you're very welcome! I'm so glad to hear this idea will be helpful to you. :)

By: Colleen

Colleen — Tue, 25 Apr 2017 12:49:42 +0000

What a dummy I am!!!! I also dabble in scrap booking and have most of my materials in a binder using these pages. HELLO!! Great idea for jewelry shows Rena!! This will certainly be easier to carry and take up much less space than boxes. Yes, this was one of those smack in the forehead, duh, OMG,ideas. Thank you so much for waking me up Rena!!

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Sun, 24 Jul 2016 19:59:14 +0000

In reply to Marcia Dooly. Marcia, we'd love to see your displays at your first show! I think your idea for the revolving boho necklace display sounds very clever. Wishing you a wonderful, profitable first show!

By: Marcia Dooly

Marcia Dooly — Sun, 24 Jul 2016 19:51:43 +0000

I just found a revolving 3’high shoe tree. Has any one used one as a jewelry display? I’m thinking of displaying my long boho necklaces from it (my forte) and love the idea that it will revolve.

And for my earrings and pendants, I love the poly-pocket notebook pages idea. I’m assembling thoughts for my first jewelry show. I could take the assembled notebook to the show and lay it open, make two or three with themes, or take pages out and fan them across the table (if there’s room). I’m also thinking of color grouping or metal grouping.

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Mon, 16 May 2016 15:07:03 +0000

In reply to Carina Veling. Carina, I think that turning pages of an album-style jewelry style appeals to some people. And having the binder already open to an enticing "page" of jewelry invites them to start browsing through it to see what other treasures it holds! :)

By: Carina Veling

Carina Veling — Mon, 16 May 2016 15:01:46 +0000

I too have been using these to keep some of jewelry items organised.
I store my pieces in ziplock bags and then slide them in the pockets.
I keep them stored in the binder so I just have to take the binder when I have a show.

I have been thinking of putting the binder open on the table when I have shows, maybe it’s more inviting to have a look then.

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Sat, 20 Feb 2016 06:53:29 +0000

In reply to Marlene Wilkens. Thank you, Marlene! That's wonderful to hear. :)

By: Marlene Wilkens

Marlene Wilkens — Sat, 20 Feb 2016 03:09:41 +0000

Thanks Rena,
That is a very creative and cost effective way to travel with a lot of jewelry. I will add that to my list! I am grateful for your website it guides newcomers, like myself and seasoned jewelry artist with various ideas.
Thank You!

By: Anna

Anna — Sat, 26 Sep 2015 15:21:04 +0000

WOW! Thank you Rena! I’m with you on the organizing…When I do, it’s pretty inspiring for me.

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Sun, 30 Nov 2014 03:00:07 +0000

In reply to Darlene. Thanks for all the great feedback and additional ideas for this portable jewelry display! I love hearing how useful this display is for you, and how you add innovations to make it even better! :)

By: Darlene

Darlene — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 18:29:39 +0000

Thanks once again, Rena!! This article and the comments take this idea to a whole new level for me. This has worked well for me the last couple of years for backup inventory and inventory in different stages of completion at home and at shows. I can take a notebook full of pendants or earrings only to a show and then as I sell and need to refill my displays I can choose which pendant or earring to add a chain or ear wires to and easily restock that particular color or style. I always have pieces in different stages of completion and a lot of them.

By: Linda Blatchford

Linda Blatchford — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 13:45:41 +0000

The perfect solution to a transportation problem. I love this idea, Rena. While I thought plastic bags or a board were an answer, this is so much better.

Thanks so much.

By: Lynn

Lynn — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 18:22:52 +0000

Do these come with pockets for thicker things? If so where do I find them. My stuff wont fit in the regular stuff. Maybe you have some suggestions. Thanks Lynn

By: Carol

Carol — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 00:46:45 +0000

Rena and all who participated in this discussion – I’ve gotten lots of great ideas from this newsletter, but I think this has got to be the best!

By: Claireta Thomas

Claireta Thomas — Sun, 16 Mar 2014 15:06:18 +0000

This is a great idea. I will use it to show to prospective buyers at retail stores.

By: Arline Janison

Arline Janison — Sat, 21 Dec 2013 01:43:42 +0000

I thought of one more thing to share, I use clips on my earring cards to keep them from flying off my earring stands. That way my cards have all my information as well as holes for my earrings.
Thanks again for all the great ideas.

By: Arline

Arline — Sat, 21 Dec 2013 01:31:32 +0000

What type of material do you use for your tables? And where did you buy it? Thank you so much for all your ideas and for sharing them!

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Fri, 13 Sep 2013 21:24:24 +0000

I’m so glad to hear how helpful this idea is for everyone! And thanks for sharing all the additional tips. 🙂

Karen, I love your idea of using this system to also bring crystal color samples along – great thinking!

By: Karen Watson

Karen Watson — Fri, 13 Sep 2013 19:10:12 +0000

I got a jewelry roll that I was going to use, and wound up using it for my own jewelry. I have a binder that I keep samples of crystal colors in, and have wondered how it would work for at least part of the jewelry I sell. It is definitely true that seeing the actual piece is better than a picture. Thank you again for your wonderful ideas!

By: Rose Barden/ A Jewel In the Making

Rose Barden/ A Jewel In the Making — Mon, 09 Sep 2013 15:04:21 +0000

I took Rena’s advise and made a jewelry roll out of poly plastic and nice decorative fabric, and when I go out I show what’s in the roll to curious wanderers.

By: HannahsGems

HannahsGems — Fri, 30 Aug 2013 17:54:30 +0000

Great idea, neat and professional. This will definetly boost my confidence when showing my jewelry. Thanks.

By: MD Handfield

MD Handfield — Mon, 15 Jul 2013 04:38:31 +0000

i love this idea! Today I purchased a 12×12 leatherbound scrapbook and pocket inserts for that size. I like the fact that there are 5 large pocket inserts on one page so I can keep jewelry collections together.

By: Kathy Szmolke

Kathy Szmolke — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 12:23:35 +0000

Another way to keep moisture from ruining your jewelry in the notebooks would be to start saving the “Do Not Eat” dessicant packs that come in so many products that we purchase every day…shoes, vitamins, etc. They absorb the moisture and many are small enough to fit into the pockets of the poly pages. Just a suggestion!

By: carole

carole — Fri, 31 May 2013 00:00:27 +0000

I love this idea! Rena, thank you for inspiring me to be more organized.

By: Judy

Judy — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 01:34:09 +0000

Wonderful idea! Thanks so much for sharing it with us.
Judy

By: Gina

Gina — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 00:11:28 +0000

This is an awesome idea. I will be visiting my daughter in another state and she is having a jewelry party for me. I now have 4 zipped binders going in my carry on suitcase. I used full page card stock for my necklace sets – 2 pages back to back slide inside full size page protectors.

By: WillieMae

WillieMae — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 02:52:19 +0000

That is a wonderful idea. When I saw it I said to myself, why didn’t I think of that. I am always looking for ways to be organized. I will go and buy some this weekend.

Thank you.

By: Vicki Entrekin, Vicki E's Designs

Vicki Entrekin, Vicki E's Designs — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 04:15:58 +0000

Absolutely wonderful ideas! I would have never thought of such a fantastic display. I will be doing my first craft fair in a week and this will be a fantastic thing to try. Rena, thank you so VERY much for your blogs and newsletters. I have learned so much from you and all the artisans out there. I have shared your tips will all of my friends and they find you as wonderful and as informative as I do. This will be another tip to share.
Everyone that contributed, THANK YOU! Mary Ann (with the museum), thank you for sharing all the thoughts about mold, etc. Very helpful!

By: Felicia

Felicia — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 14:30:53 +0000

Another twist on this concept. I keep all my half finished projects and repairs in the clear pencil/pen holders in a three ring binder. The pencil holder has a nice secure zipper and a plastic window so i can quickly find a project or repair. Best part is they come in many colors so I can color code my binder.

By: Wanda G. Robinson

Wanda G. Robinson — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:37:09 +0000

This is an excellent idea.

By: Naomi Fron

Naomi Fron — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 17:41:46 +0000

An after thought after I posted my last. I attach my jewelry to the cards that I insert into the pockets with black twist ties available from Rio Grande if pendants or poke holes in the cards for earrings, that way I can take the piece out to hand to the customer, and it allows them to hold it without getting fingerprints on the jewelry. Cuts down on cleaning : )

By: Naomi Fron

Naomi Fron — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 17:27:54 +0000

Rena, I have been using this system for about 3 years now and yes it does work great. For the person who works with Freshwater Pearls-I do too- and the pockets are open so unless you put them in plastic bags, they can breath. I have not had any ill effects on my pearl jewelry from using this system. Also, I make my own cards for my jewelry and make them all the same size that will fit “snugly” in the pockets, this will keep them from flying out as the pages are turned. Appreciate your books, and all your information. It is obvious how much time you invest in getting the best info out to those who read it. Thanks.

By: Mary Anne

Mary Anne — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 15:10:51 +0000

Excellent idea Rena!

As far as “plastic pockets go…you want to keep your items in polypropylene pockets…NOT vinyl. Vinyl pages will yellow or grey up and harden over time, and they are not good for keeping anything in (I have taken museum conservation courses in the past). You also might be able to purchase mylar “archival” pocket pages from a museum supply company like “Light Impressions.” These of course are the best – museums use them, thinnest, clearest, and impart a wonderful shine unmatched by polypropelene pages. Poly pages are easy to find, and cheapest though…you can find them in comic shops, coin and collectable stores, online, and in office supply stores in different weights .

If you buy the heaviest poly pages, you might consider making your own pages…buy sewing the pockets on a sewing machine. and idea I have heard of doing, but never tried myself.

Here is one word of advice though…if you store your jewelry in a “zip up binder”…please make sure to open it occasionally so moisture/ humidity doesn’t get trapped inside the pages and cause mold to ruin your jewelry and the cards themselves. better to keep the binder open at home and occasionally flip the pages to make sure all get some air circulation.

Make sure, if you do a damp outdoor show…when you come home to check on the earring cards…if they absorbed any moisture from the air…they all need to come out of the pockets and dry a few days. Otherwise you are creating an encapsulated environment. This advice is especially warranted if you live in a high humidity region….don’t trap your items in non breathable plastics.

By: Cyreathia Reyer

Cyreathia Reyer — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 12:43:16 +0000

Awesome idea – Perfect idea to use as a portfolio if you are talking to a shop owner for consignment.

By: Ann Nolen

Ann Nolen — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 06:22:57 +0000

Rena,
Great idea for my coin jewelry that is pretty flat anyway! I am heading to Office Depot that have the nice zippered binders for planner systems. I think I will also look for a 3-ring zipper pencil pouch to hold a few blank invoices, organza bags, etc. Then I am also equipped to sell, all in the same binder. Nice, and thanks for thinking outside the box (once again).
Ann

By: Bev

Bev — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 17:51:38 +0000

In a tight spot? Can’t get anti-tarnish strips fast enough? I discovered that if you put about a half inch of chalk — just buy regular kids chalk or like the teachers used to use — break pieces off and put them in with your jewelry. Chalk absorbs moisture and I live in Florida — lots of moisture here! 🙂 I put the dust from them in a piece of cotton (like those round things quilters make) to keep from wasting material and it’s not all over the place.

By: Rena Klingenberg

Rena Klingenberg — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 17:04:04 +0000

Fantastic chalk tips, Bev! Thanks so much for sharing! 🙂

By: Adriana

Adriana — Wed, 16 May 2012 17:28:08 +0000

Hi Rena, I was wondering if you can give me an idea for a travel-organizer for necklaces and bracelets too. I am a wholesaler of Eco-friendly jewelry from Colombia, South America. Since the jewelry is made of vegetable ivory (Tagua), seeds, coconut and gourd, they are very thick and plastic pages in a binder wouldn’t work. Right now I’m carrying them in individuals plastic bags in a Tote. Thanks in advance for your response. Adriana