Cupcakes and Cashmere

Sunglass Solution

November 2nd, 2011

I have quite a few sunglasses, but I can never keep track of them since they’re always strewn about in random spots throughout my place. Yesterday I created a more streamlined solution, while still adhering to the minimalist vibe of my bedroom. I used an extra frame from a recent project (that’s painted the same color as my wall) and used it to corral all of my eyewear. It took only a few minutes to complete, and the entire project cost $15 (vintage frame $7, paint $4, hooks $1.50, wire $2.50). Here’s how I did it:



{Figure out the general layout – I liked four frames per wire}

{Tools: steel wire, screw eyes, tape measure, ice pick, scissors, pencil}

{Measure where to make the first hole and mark with the pencil}

{Use the ice pick to create a small hole}

{Twist the screw eye into the hole until it’s in place}



{Secure the wire by twisting around the screw eye}



{Pull the wire so that it’s very taut and secure on the other end}



{Hang sunglasses and display}

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  • http://fashionistablogg.blogspot.com fashionista

    I love the idea
    I’ll ask my boyfriend to make me one :)

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  • http://lightscamerajessica.blogspot.com Jessica

    That’s amazing. And pretty creative!

  • http://sheissishi.blogspot.com Sishi Semet

    wow, this is a great idea!!! can’t wait to try it at home and make one on my own. thanks for sharing Emily. have a great weekend! :)

  • http://www.theTsaritsasez.com/ Alexandra the Tsaritsa

    What a nifty idea! I always lose my sunglasses around the house and this seems like a simple solution!

  • http://www.thesuburbandisaster.net/ Bentliegh Burger

    GREAT idea! I’m gonna try this next weekend.

  • http://blissfullylana.wordpress.com Lana

    Such a great and stylish idea! I shall borrow it for my own accessory storage.

  • http://www.construiredecorar.blogspot.com Vanessa Novva

    loved it! :)

  • http://www.savvyspice.net/ Dale Janee

    I absolutely love this idea. I have so many sunglasses and never know what to do with them so they usually break. I’m definitely going to make one of these. Great post
    xoDale
    http://www.savvyspice.net/

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  • http://victoriadiazs.wordpress.com/ victoria

    this is a GREAT idea, I never know what to do with my sunnies :D

  • http://stylesocietie.tumblr.com anon

    this is so smart! will be trying this out:)

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  • http://caramelandcocoa.blogspot.com/ gabriela

    You’ve inspired me. I made a jewelry tree.

    http://www.caramelandcocoa.blogspot.com/

  • http://niuniaschabunia.pinger.pl Angie

    Sheer genius! Or should I say: “shade genius” :D

  • http://www.gamedaystylist.com meg

    This is srsly genius. Who knew that hanging sunglasses could be so stylish!

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  • http://www.oohlalara.blogspot.com Lara

    How GENIUS!!! Totally want to try this! :) It’s now inspiring me with other ideas too! Thank you for posting!

  • http://sassysouthernliving.wordpress.com/ Lindsey

    What a great idea! I never would have thought about this!

  • http://foreverandarecipe.blogspot.com Sara

    Hey Emily! I loved this idea so much that I tried it myself and posted it on my blog! Thank you for the awesome idea! Love you, your blog and your style!

  • http://fromtheletters.blogspot.com Fran

    love this DIY proj! :D

  • http://forelyse.com Elyse

    I love this idea!! I have all of my sunglasses in a basket haha

    -Elyse
    For Elyse Clothing Online

  • http://purebelle.blogspot.com/ Samantha

    This is such an amazing idea! I’m definitely going to try this out. <3

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  • http://www.sunglasswarehouse.com Adam

    Really creative idea! You don’t need to rummage through all of your cases to find the pair you want to wear that day!

  • Lois

    I was looking for a way to display my sunglasses. Presently, ther are line off in a drawer. I will definatley adop this idea

  • Spence

    So genius! Love that I can do it myself, thank you so much!

  • http://fashionatitsfall.com Fashion at it’s Fall

    I love this idea. The best part is that you can match it to your interior. A fun and creative way to spice up a boring wall.
    Check out my blog. Fashionatitsfall.com

  • http://www.somethingaboutpatry.com Patrizia Chiarenza

    This is brilliant Emily!

    Thank you for sharing such an easy yet beautiful way to diplay all my sunglasses!
    Right now they are in a box under my bed, not the most convinient way to store them!

  • Cheryl Sparks

    This is just too clever! I am NOT a DIYer, and yet this looks perfect!!

  • Rosa

    Great idea!!!!

  • Lisa at eyeforpretty.com

    Great idea! I am all about organizational DIY ideas. And, I DEFINITELY need to get it together with my mess of sunglasses. Thanks for the inspiration.

  • http://www.facebook.com/richt.hamstra Raveling Richie

    Indeed a good nice looking solution thank you !

  • http://newbornfanatic.wordpress.com/ Newborn Fanatic

    beautiful idea!!! Definitley a must try if I ever have as many pair of sunglasses :)

    http://newbornfanatic.wordpress.com/

  • carly tati

    Love this idea! so clever!!! One to implement at home. Cheers carlytati.com

  • http://www.facebook.com/andrea.ryan.921 Andrea Ryan

    nice idea

  • Shelbs

    great idea, going to Lowes right now!!

  • Cristina

    This is how I have a lot of my jewelry organized/displayed! Love the idea for sunglasses…