The Most Aesthetically Pleasing Hack For Organizing Matches Is Finally Here

Maybe you drop your boxes of matches in a junk drawer. Maybe you leave matchbooks in a dish on a counter. Or maybe you misplace them entirely. Whatever the case, your match storage setup could probably use a little revamp that not only keeps your matches close to your candles but also works with whatever aesthetic you've established in the room. If you're a fan of the match cloche look, you can instead use anything from store-bought jars and decanters to thrifted votives and beyond. It not only looks nice, but keeps your matches accessible.  

Keep in mind that you can get as creative as you want with your matchstick vessel, but you can also keep it very understated and simple. The point is to create a that fits in with your decor without making something that ends up looking like added clutter. You can even find items around the house for this trick, offering a way to upcycle glass jars as home decor for example. Size does make a difference, as you want the matches and their container to be to scale; if you put the small sticks inside a jar that's too big, it can look sloppy instead of intentional.

If you're thrifting for your matchstick organizer, try finding small glass vessels, ceramic pots, and even metal dispensers or decanters. Antique or vintage tea accessories may be good for keeping these small items, and the style of your holder doesn't matter as long as it fits in with your home aesthetic. There is always the option to upgrade, paint, or upcycle secondhand finds, so if you think the size and shape will work, don't pass it up just because the color or material is off brand from what you want. If you can source it, this is also a great way to use and style thrifted vintage milk glass. 

Hobby Lobby and other craft stores are also good places to find jars and containers for your matches. Opt for clear glass jars or bottles, or create an apothecary vibe with amber glass like this Hobby Lobby Tapered Glass Bottle. Make sure you're choosing matches that are aesthetic as well, picking the larger, sturdier versions that will complement their holder. Don't just rip out matches from the book and pop them in your jars, as the torn matches could look a little messy. However, you could grab a slightly larger jar and drop whole matchbooks in it. (This is also a tidy and creative way to arrange and display an old matchbook collection.) Lastly, grab some matchstick strike pads and adhere them to the sides or bottom of your vessel so you can light a match whenever you need it. Place these decorative containers near your candles on shelves, tables, in bathrooms, or anywhere else.