Discover 30+ unique DIY ring holders, ring dishes, and displays that keep jewelry organized while adding style to your space.
I have a confession.
Actually, I have two confessions.
First, I take my rings off everywhere.
The kitchen counter. My desk. The bathroom sink. The nightstand. Sometimes I even set them down somewhere “safe” and then immediately forget where that safe place was. If you’ve ever spent ten panicked minutes searching for a favorite ring, welcome to the club.
My second confession? I love rings.
Apparently a little too much.
At some point, my collection grew large enough that I found a ring in a drawer and genuinely couldn’t remember buying it. That’s probably a sign that I need some better organization.
The good news is that ring holders are one of the easiest things to make yourself. They’re useful, decorative, and often much cuter than the expensive versions you’ll find in stores. Some of these look like they belong in Anthropologie. Others make a perfect handmade gift for birthdays, weddings, Mother’s Day, or anyone who loves jewelry.
I also love that many of these projects are a good use for supplies you already have around the house. Leftover clay? Use it. Wood scraps from another project? Perfect. Random decorative boxes collecting dust? Let’s turn them into something useful.
Whether you’re looking for a ring dish for your kitchen, a travel case for vacations, a display for your growing collection, or a unique gift idea, you’ll find plenty of inspiration below.
Some are modern. Some are quirky. Some are elegant. A few are downright weird in the best possible way.
And honestly? That’s what makes them so much fun.
Take a look and see which one belongs on your nightstand, vanity, or kitchen counter.
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When I first saw this I thought that it would definitely be something I might see in an Anthropologie! Such a cute little clay ring holder, and I love the polka dots.
Inspired by a ring dish from Oliver Bonas, Isoscella created this clay ring holder of her own. Moon lovers will adore this celestial design that adds a little magic to a bedside table.
Diana made this gold antler ring holder after seeing something similar in a store. A chic project that feels equal parts glamorous and woodland-inspired, making it perfect for cabin lovers.
Already have a pretty box? See how easy it is to turn any existing box into a ring holder and jewelry storage! Laura shows you with one of her many decorative boxes.
Roll out white clay and cut out hexagon shapes. You then lay them over the bottom of a bowl and bake them. The gold detail was added using a gold leaf pen!
A handprint art ring dish or jewelry bowl made with polymer clay is a unique homemade gift idea that kids can make! I love it when craft ideas are useful, and this is a great example of that.
Turn an old frame into a stunning jewelry display that's a good use for thrift store finds. If you sell jewelry, you can make these as large as you need by getting bigger frames!
Caitlin loves to wear numerous rings at once and needed something to put her rings on at night. She came up with this simple pine board design that displays the rings nicely!
This DIY ring holder reminds me of the bracelet displays you see in stores, just smaller! The brass and wood combination gives this project serious high-end boutique vibes without the designer price.
This ring display would look great hanging on a bedroom wall! Part wall art, part jewelry display, this creative project shows off rings while highlighting embroidery skills.
A wood slice and some cup hooks look great as a ring holder! You could hang it on the wall or attach something on the back so it sits upright on your dresser.
Nature provides the design here, creating an organic display that's unlike anything you'll find in stores. This holds rings, necklaces, and any other jewelry you can imagine.
A clever upcycled project that provides storage for dozens of rings while showing off your collection beautifully! Hang it (as shown) or leave the legs on it so it can stand on your vanity.
If you love industrial style, these bowls offer an easy introduction to working with concrete at home. You can make them any size to accommodate your ring collection.
This tutorial shows you how to make a ring dish by disguising a store-bought dipping bowl and a simple wooden dowel with metallic spray paint – a touch of gold is just what your jewelry deserves!
Equal parts spooky and hilarious, this holder is perfect for Halloween lovers who embrace year-round weirdness. You can use it as-is or spray paint it and then add rings to the fingers!
See how to use a jasmine star stitch to create these beautiful ring dishes or valet trays. This stitch creates a very thick and sturdy piece that looks great!
