Keep your favorite wedding earrings beautifully displayed before the ceremony and safely stored afterward with this elegant DIY velvet bridal earring holder! Inspired by classic and editorial jewelry displays, this beginner-friendly project transforms velvet ribbon into a timeless keepsake that showcases your bridal accessories while protecting them between wears.
Whether you hang it from your wardrobe, wedding dress hanger, or bedroom wall — or style it alongside your invitation suite for morning-of wedding flat lay photos — this simple DIY doubles as both functional storage and meaningful decor. It also makes a thoughtful handmade gift for brides, bridesmaids, or anyone who loves displaying their favorite jewelry in style.
✎ Updated for 2026: Refreshed with styling information, supplies, and helpful tips.
How to DIY a Velvet Earring Display for Wedding Photos & Keepsakes
Skill Level: Beginner
Color Inspiration: Black, beige, and cream
Supplies for Your DIY Velvet Earring Holder
• 1.5" wide velvet ribbon (at least 6" in length)
• Fabric glue
• 1.5" wide metal D-ring
• Fabric scissors
• Copper spray paint (optional)
• Gold spray paint (optional)
DIY Note on D-Rings
The most commonly available D-rings are silver and can be found in the sewing section of any craft store. What if silver isn't your thing? That's why we have three different metallic colors here to inspire you: silver, rose gold/copper, and yellow gold! We used the spray paints listed above. For the copper spray paint, we did find it can scratch easily, so try priming your D-ring by sanding it with fine grit sandpaper and then use a white primer spray paint. After spray painting with the metallic color you prefer, allow to dry and cure for 48 hours before crafting.
Step by Step Instructions
1. Loop your velvet ribbon onto the D-ring. On the back side of your velvet ribbon, take your fabric glue and draw a small line on one end. Fold over the straight edge of the D-ring and press to dry. Allow to fully dry for a couple of hours before handling.
ALTERNATIVE STEP: If you don't have access to fabric glue or want a no-dry time craft, you can also use a trimmed down Velcro adhesive dot.
2. Using your fabric scissors, cut your velvet ribbon with an interesting edge like a diagonal, a point, or a fork. Possibilities are endless for this one!
3. Hang your bridal earrings on your ribbon tag and voilà! That's it! You have yourself a lovely keepsake for the wedding day and after!
How to Style Your Velvet Earring Display for Wedding Morning Flat Lays
As a former wedding photographer, flat lay detail shots were always some of my absolute favorite images to create. They capture the quiet, beautiful details of your morning prep and just feel like they help tell the wedding day story. Here are my favorite insider tips for styling this velvet tag so your photographer can capture magazine-worthy shots:
✦ Anchor with Texture: Place your velvet display on a neutral or complementary styling board (linen, raw silk, or painted canvas work best). The contrast between the soft velvet and a subtle texture brings your jewelry to life.
✦ Layer Your Elements: Don't let your display sit alone! Nestle it alongside your invitation suite, vintage stamps, silk ribbon, and ring box. The D-ring on this holder allows ribbon to thread through naturally, creating organic visual lines across your flat lay.
✦ Mind the Lighting: Set up your styling surface near natural, indirect light (like a large window if available) and turn off any overhead lights that might cast blue- or orange-tinted tones. Sunlight reflecting off the gold D-rings and soft velvet will make your bridal accessories pop without unwanted yellow glows. Or if your style is more of the popular modern direct flash photography, lean into that, too.
✦ Prep the Night Before: Put your earrings into the display the evening before the wedding and hand it to your wedding planner or bridesmaid/helper along with all your detail items. Having your jewelry pre-mounted on this display saves your photographer precious time during morning prep!
How to Care for Your Wedding Earrings
Your wedding earrings are often one of the few accessories you'll keep long after your celebration, making proper storage just as important as choosing the perfect pair! A velvet display like this one helps keep earrings organized, visible, and protected from scratches while giving you a beautiful way to remember your wedding day.
Pearls: Wipe cultured pearls gently with a soft, lint-free cloth after wearing them to remove natural oils, perfumes, and cosmetics. Store them away from direct sunlight and avoid airtight plastic bags, which can dry them out over time.
Crystal and gemstone earrings: Clean with a soft microfiber cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleaners unless recommended by the manufacturer. Store pairs separately to help prevent scratches.
Gold, silver, and plated jewelry: Moisture, hairspray, perfume, and lotions can all dull metal finishes over time. Allow beauty products to dry before putting on your earrings, and keep them in a dry place when they're not being worn.
Whether you wear your bridal earrings again for anniversaries or simply enjoy displaying them as a keepsake, storing them with care will help preserve their sparkle for years to come.
WRITTEN BY
Chelsea Barton
Founder & Wedding DIY Expert
A former wedding photographer, the founder of Tidewater and Tulle, and author of Cricut Weddings, Chelsea Barton has been helping couples bring their dream weddings to life through creative, approachable ideas since 2009. Her insight and work have been featured in Martha Stewart Weddings, Southern Living, and other top publications around the world. She combines editorial expertise and real-world insight to inspire meaningful celebrations.
TUTORIAL CREDITS
Photography, Tutorial, and Styling: Chelsea Barton | Velvet Ribbon: Such Good Supply via Etsy | Earrings: Anthropologie
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