There are myriad kitchen organization ideas to suit any lifestylefrom large tosmall kitchensand from professional chefs to casual cooks.

Here are some practical and stylish kitchen organizing ideas to get you started.

Install brass railings to keep storage jars securely in place.

labeled glass canisters for storing bulk items in the kitchen

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Most Lovely Thingsmixed free-standing IKEA shelves to house large glass storage jars with narrow custom-built corner shelving above.

A chalkboard for keeping a grocery list adds a practical and homey touch.

Implement a design that will function in an organizational capacity but also act as decor for your kitchen.

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That way, you don’t have to take up space with supplemental decor.

Next, print some fun and inspirational quotes.

Finally, tack up important notes,shopping lists, and reminders to keep you on task.

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Organize Dish Towels

Stackdish towelsvertically using a divider to store potholders and other kitchen linens.

Label Canisters

Using bold, simple pantrylabelsis an effective way to keep dry goods organized.

Keep the labels consistent.

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And label everything, even the items you don’t think require a label.

That creates a uniform look and ensures that everything will stay in its place.

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Under-sink storagecan easily go from under control to chaotic.

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Create a DIY storage solution forplastic bagsusing an empty oatmeal container.

Keep your tea, coffee cartridge pods, and other necessities organized inside a drawer instead.

Narrow plastic bins will work well to keep your tea in full view.

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Add Wall Storage

Utilizing every square inch of space is important in a small kitchen.

If this aesthetic doesn’t appeal to you, change out the containers to better fit your style.

Organize the Fridge

Organizing the fridgewill allow you to scan the contents and avoid food waste.

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Keep items that you use often at eye level.

Store meat on the lowest shelf, which is the coolest.

Keep everything organized and out of sight until you need it bystationing the centerinside a kitchen cabinet.

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Use magnetic chalkboard paint to get started.

It can serve to keep grocery lists and meal plans organized.

And it can keep young children distracted while you cook.

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You’ll often find them in awkward corner cabinets.

This idea will help prevent things from falling over and getting lost when you dig through the cabinet.

Even if you stack them neatly, opening and closing the drawer will eventually cause them to become disorderly.

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Prevent this mess by sectioning off the inside of your drawer and organizing the containers by size usingdrawer dividers.

Keepcoffee mugs organizedand within reach by adding hooks to the bottom of open shelving or kitchen cabinets.

confirm you position this DIY project close to the coffee pot.

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That bang out of stacking makes them hard to reach, too.

Fix this common problem with inexpensive cabinet risers.

These kitchen helpers create valuable extra shelf space forcabinet organization.

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Hang Paper Towels

Many paper towel holders sit directly on the countertop wasting valuable space.

Hang paper towels underneath your kitchen cabinets or open shelving instead.

If you might’t find a holder that matches your decor it’s easy enough to make your own.

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Use a Door Storage Rack

Use the backs of your kitchen cabinet orpantry doorsfor storage.

Specially designed door racks hold more than shelves in some cases.

Use this area to store food that you want readily accessible, such as snacks for the kids.

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Try a Freestanding Pantry

Storage and organizing become much trickier when a kitchen lacks a pantry.

To make up for the lost space, opt for afreestanding pantry.

It might be more practical to store coffee-related items on a smallrolling cart.

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you could roll the cart to guests and return it to the kitchen when finished.

Plus, adding labels can ensure that everything is in its place.

It prevents little items from becoming clutter, and it makes good use of vertical space.

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Display Everyday Items

There are pros and cons to havingopen kitchen shelving.

The benefits include quick and easy access to items and a place to show off your prettiest kitchenware.

One big con: dust.

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Avoid the problem by using open shelves for items you use frequently.

Make this setup even more useful by adding common measuring conversion graphics to the door.

It looks cute, and you’ll have the correct measurements at your fingertips.

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Fix the issue by adding dividers to the utensil drawer, just as you have in the silverware drawer.

You’ll have an easier time reaching for what you need in the middle of cooking.

Items you might keep nearby include olive oil, salt and pepper, vinegar, and common cooking utensils.

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Arrange them all tidy and grouped on a tray.

And designate a space in your fridge for the refrigerated items you typically grab.

Use Stacking Baskets

There are many ways to maximize vertical space in the pantry.

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And one is simply to add a set of baskets that stack neatly on top of one another.

And sometimes that might mean the food expires or you end up buying more than you need.

Thats where can risers come in.

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They elevate your cans in tiers to allow you to see every single one.

As a bonus: Theyre inexpensive and easy to fit on most shelves.

These simple clips can be attached to most types of bins.

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Store frequently used spices and seasonings in the cabinets nearest to your stove.

Consider an Open Pantry

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Consider using open shelving for your pantry items.

Youll still be able to easily take inventory of whats in the pantry.

DIY pantry labels on several containers

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Add Lower Pantry Cabinets

Walk-in pantries often only come equipped with shelving.

And add drawer dividers as necessary.

Products stored under a kitchen sink.

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Plastic bag storage container with blue and cream pattern

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Tea organization drawer

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Vertical kitchen storage containers

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A well-organized refrigerator

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Hidden organized kitchen command center

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Chalkboard kitchen wall with grocery list on it

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Organized kitchen counter top and shelves

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An organized lazy Susan with dry food products

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Organized food storage containers inside kitchen drawers

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Coffee mugs hanging from hooks in kitchen

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Kitchen sink with dish washing brushes in a vase

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Mugs organized in a kitchen cabinet

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DIY copper paper towel holder

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DIY organized spice rack

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storage on pantry door

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lockers as a kitchen pantry

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Baking pan and utensil storage

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DIY coffee cart idea

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Storing fresh produce in file holders

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DIY organized tea caddy

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Organized open shelving in a kitchen

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Organized measuring cups

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Drawer of organized kitchen utensils

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Kitchen turntable with utensil holders

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Lunch and snack station

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Clear drawers for garbage bags

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Vertical pantry storage using baskets

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Canned goods on risers

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Label clips on baskets

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Under cabinet jar storage

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Spices and seasonings by the stove

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Open pantry shelving

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Glass pantry doors

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Lower pantry cabinets

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Cutting utensil drawer

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