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We all have an inner Marie Kondo hiding somewhere deep under the piles of laundry and overstacked dishes. As the plates from my takeaway dinner still patiently wait in the sink, I realize we all need some inspiration. And where’s a better place to look for it than to see some real-life examples from people who have their organizational skills up and running like a nuclear power plant? Get ready to browse through the soothing images of perfectly ordered pantries and shelves, through meticulous layouts and wonderfully neat rooms, and wardrobes, and storage boxes... and indulge in the calming effect...

Spice racks, like knife blocks or fruit bowls, are a luxury often associated with large kitchens, where free countertop and cabinet space is in abundance. Achieving the same level of organization in cramped quarters requires some outside-the-box thinking (and a few smart purchases). Read on for six creative—and totally recreatable—spice rack ideas for small kitchens. The one rule: whatever you do, get that thing off the counter.   Show Off Your Collection Photography by Taylor Kitto In a small kitchen, everything is within arm’s reach. If your coriander and sesame seeds are no exception, make them part of the decor. Taylor...

I'm not "officially" back until Monday, so today I'm sharing a guest post from organization expert with Modular Closets, Marty Basher. I hope you enjoy her insightful ideas and tips on how to get all the storage spaces in your home organized during National Homeowners Month. Even if you aren't a home owner yet, this will help you get your space organized.  Let's Get Organized! My thanks to Marty Basher,  the design and organization expert with Modular Closets for sharing her tips with us today. No compensation was given.  June is National Homeowners Month- By Marty Basher: From the Kitchen Pantry, Linen...

Most of us have loads of utensils, like wooden spoons, whisks, and more. And if you’re anything like me, they’re a jumbled mess in the drawer… or several drawers. I really had no idea how to organize utensils, until now. Get your utensils in order once and for all with these easy and pretty organization ideas. Decorative Ways to Organize Utensils 1. Organization Ideas for Inside Cabinet Doors Have you ever wondered how to use all that vertical (unused) space in your kitchen? Store your utensils inside the cabinet door to avoid taking up valuable drawer space. This is really...

Ignored for too long, pantries become like junk drawers; items end up there only to never leave. Short bursts of organization will tidy things in the short-term, but keeping your space in order for the long run requires a solid pantry organization system. To help, we tapped six experts for their best strategies on how to straighten up a pantry, and they all agreed on one principle: The key is to create a home for every ingredient and tool, from baking goods to cooking oils. “Having a place for everything and everything in its place will save your sanity,” says...