How did we get here again so fast?
My goodness, even though the days are longer in the summer, I feel like they fly by so much quicker.
Probably because it's my all time favorite season.
Yes, I know it's not officially summer yet, but it was 90 hazy, hot and humid degrees here all week long.
And I loved every sweltering minute of it.
Of course, I spent a lot of time outside, dipping my toes in the pool for the first time this season.
But. I also spent a lot of time inside, working on my pantry. And I have to say, I've had THE MOST FUN time shopping for supplies.
Is that wrong?
I mean the DIY part was fun, as well.
The peel and stick wallpaper went up easily, it looks fabulous.
However, for this Food, Fashion and Fun Finds Friday, let's take a peek at what I'm putting inside, shall we?
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First up are these fabulously large farmhouse style wire baskets.
I knew I wanted baskets to help organize the shelves, but they had to be lightweight, see through, easy to clean and inexpensive. These were perfect.
So perfect, the I ordered a second set of the large ones and a set of smaller wire baskets, as well.
I figured what doesn't fit in the pantry can go in other closets. Everything is so easy to see now, they make me want to reorganize all the closets in the house.
The cereal and snack bags fit inside, exactly what I was hoping for, and to make sure they stay closed in style, I found these stainless steel chip clips.
Plus, they don't break and snap like my plastic ones did.
Next up, I wanted a way to store my flour, but glass didn't seem to be the right choice. After looking for a long time, I ended up with these awesome plastic storage containers.
Not only do they fit the entire 5 pound bag of flour inside easily, they come with really cute labels and a measuring cup set to boot. I may need two more for sugar.
Right now we're buying the Domino brand sugar in a plastic tub, but it's pricier than the bag. Although it is reusable...just not as attractive.
Spoiler...I did buy another set for sugars and when we had a small ant issue this summer they kept them out and safe!
Ok, are you ready for something totally frivolous?
I bought the most adorable, clear plastic pantry or cabinet sized, lazy Susan. And I love it!
I can't tell you how many little salt grinders or bouillon cube jars I have simply because they were jammed in a dark corner and no one knew they existed.
Now, everything is just a quick spin away.
So. With the shelves very organized, I set my sites on the pantry floor. It's just a big open space where larger items disappeared into the dark, dusty void.
Not anymore though, I grabbed these stackable wire shelves, that not coincidentally, coordinate with my wire baskets.
They give me the ability to stack items and make the most of the space I have. Game changer.
Now the last two items have nothing to do with pantry storage. Instead, I'd like to call them necessary impulse purchases.
You see, I was thinking about buying some new plates and cups for the patio. Glass around a pool with a vinyl liner is not advisable.
Actually, glass outside in general is not advisable and all of our outdoor tableware got tossed at the end of last season. They'd seen their day.
Anyway, somehow, some way, Amazon must've read my mind...kind of scary the way that happens, isn't it...and these beauties showed up in that recommended for you bar.
And I was hooked.
I'd recently shared my new love for teal (apparently Amazon reads my blog, as well as my mind) and this pattern was hard to resist.
The set of melamine dinnerware comes with 4 of each, dinner, dessert plates and bowls. I'm not sure it's still available in this pattern, but there were several others to choose from...including a darling yellow.
They also recommended these tall acrylic glasses. They get 5 star reviews so I took the chance and again, a total win.
So now I'm set with an organized pantry so I can cook up something amazing and eat it al fresco in style.
Beauty inside and out.
During summer.
My favorite season of all.
What do you think of my fun finds?
If you want to continue your journey you can take a peek at these 11 Simple Organizing Tips...
Happy Organizing, Friends!
Organizing always means I know what I have so I won't buy it again at the store. Good job!
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Yes, Brenda!! That's such a big deal. I'm so tired of buying the same things over and over. Hopefully, clearly seeing what I have will be the solution.
DeleteNothing better than an organized pantry! Love your new dishes.
ReplyDeleteThanks Penny! That blue just tugged at my heart!!
DeleteI like all of the organizing items you bought for your pantry Kim. The baskets and the containers are great for storing all of your items. I love the plates and the glasses you have for outdoors too with no worries of anything breaking. It looks like you are all set for the summer.
ReplyDeleteThanks Julie! I'm feeling so organized now it's crazy!! I love those new cups and plates, too. We're using them inside on rainy days now, since they're so pretty. Summer here we come!
DeleteI love organizing so much my Hubby says stay away from my garage. HA! HA! The pantry sounds great.
ReplyDeleteOh Betty, we need to chat. I would love to get my hands on my husband's garage, but it's off limits. It really could use some serious organization though!! Haha!!
DeleteWell done!! I had to chuckle about Amazon.. that has happened to me too. ;-)
ReplyDeleteA little scary, isn't it Carla?? But they know what they're doing, because I shopped!! Haha!!
DeleteYes, Amazon has a way of knowing what we need before we decide we need it! LOL. I love the plates! Can't wait to see the pantry.
ReplyDeleteThat recommended for you tab is dangerous, Cara!! Although, I do love those dishes!!
DeleteGreat!!! And you gave me direction for my NEW pantry!!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the help!! Blessings, J
Thanks J!! So glad you were able to find some inspiration in my new pantry! It's worked out really well for us so far. Blessings to you my friend!!
DeleteOoooh! Don't you just love organizing? Especially with such fun products? Everything looks so cute. I love the new dishes and glasses too. And yes, Amazon can read your mind. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Mari! This was a long time coming and thanks to Amazon's mind reading ability I have some new pretty dishes!
DeleteGreat way to organize. Having an organized pantry is so nice. I bought those clear different sizes containers for my needs. No more pesky moths.mi love using melamine. Those plates are so pretty. I am loving teal. Enjoy your summer.
ReplyDeleteIt really is so great to get organized, Linda! I love the way we can see everything now and all the boxes and bags have a place!
DeleteI just love it when everything is organized. It's a big job, but so rewarding when it's all done. Now let's talk about those dishes.....I've starting searching for new ones myself and you know how I love all shades of blue!
ReplyDeleteAnn...that blue love is real. Teal is making its way into my decor and it's been a fun change!
DeleteI really need to work on freshening up my pantry, too, and I love that melamine stuff - perfect if you have tile floors, too, since Corelle shatters in a glass dust! I love the baskets - I think those would work well for us, too. Can't wait to see the "reveal".
ReplyDeleteGina, thanks for that tip about Corelle. I have been considering it thinking it wouldn't shatter. Glad to hear that tidbit now, because it's in my cart. I'll stick with the melamine.
DeleteOh gosh, I neeeeeeeed one of those cute plastic lazy Susan's. What a perfect little contraption. Our kitchen cupboards are really deep/wide and things get lost in side them all the time. We even had a tin can of pineapple rings exploding on us. What a mess.
ReplyDeleteThat little lazy Susan has become my favorite little toy in that pantry! I really love the way it's organized the tiny items...easy to see and fun to spin and watch them come into view!
DeleteGorgeous finds, Kim! Those plates are melamine?? They don't look like it at all! All of your pantry finds are going to make you one beautiful pantry! Happy Saturday!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kim!! And they are melamine. Can you believe it?? They don't look like it in real life either. We've been using them inside...too pretty to wait for a sunny day.
DeleteKim, your pantry is going to be so well organized and look so pretty. I can't wait to see. Love your new dishes. I wouldn't know that they weren't china. So pretty..Happy June..xxoJudy
ReplyDeleteThanks Judy! Those dishes are my favorite new kitchen find. I love them and I'm using them every chance I get!! xoox
DeleteI can’t wait to see the finished pantry!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Susan!!
DeleteI love when things are organized. Love the new dishes. Those glasses look like glass. You're set for summer
ReplyDeleteThanks Cindy!! I am loving those new dishes and cups. They both look amazing in real life.
DeleteI love a good organized pantry! Your dishes look good too!
ReplyDeleteThanks Deanna! I'm loving both!
DeleteYour posts are always so fun and informative, Kim! Super tips! I have the carousels in my lower cabinets and used those sticky lights you can tap on to see the items better. Don't know how I lived without them!
ReplyDeleteStay cool!
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Hi Jane! Always fun to find you in the comments. Hoping you're well and yes, love the lazy Susan. My favorite, favorite new pantry accessory!!
DeleteLoving this post! I love to organized! and then watch my honey trying to find something. LOL!
ReplyDeleteHahaha! My family was a little thrown at first, but I have to say now they're just as excited about the changes as I am!
DeleteSome great ideas here. I find I am constantly organizing. Maybe I'm just a really disorganized person who wants to be organized or maybe it's just that I am really organized. I haven't figured that one out yet. Great tips. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI hear you! I think about this all the time. I'm sure I'm organized until I get into spaces and organize them again. At this point, I'm just sure it's a process!! A never-ending one!! Haha.
DeleteWow. Great job Kim. I love the wire shelves and baskets. I have a pantry cabinet. So it’s always a challenge. Regina
ReplyDeleteThanks Regina! It's been 20 minutes in the making...I love the way it turned out.
DeleteI love a good lazy Susan! Great organizational items here!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Libbie...that's my favorite little new pantry toy!
DeleteI've been working on mine and about the time I think I have it planned, it just doesn't work for me.
ReplyDeleteThis pantry has been just sitting as a disorganized mess for way too long. I'm glad I finally dug in and the system seems to be working.
DeleteI love your finds, Kim, those plates are gorgeous. I've also been working on my pantry (great minds...). I've been collecting glass jars for years and my system is that I move all the dry goods into glass jars. Ours is a hot and humid climate and I hope it keeps them fresh longer. Then I put a strip of washi tape on the jar and write the content and expiration date. Of course, I mix and match the washi, I am a blogger after all.
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Thanks Amalia!! I love the plates. They were a very smile inducing impulse purchase. I love your pantry organization idea. So charming...and yes, blogger style indeed!!
DeleteWe don't have a pantry, but I do love your storage ideas! We're looking for upper cabinets for our laundry room to give us much more storage we desperately need!
ReplyDeleteOh Ricki, our laundry room is seriously in need of some organization. I hope you'll share your after. I could use inspiration.
DeleteMy friend and I were just talking about lazy susan organizers for spices sauces! The plates are very pretty.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! And the lazy Susan love is real!!
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