Kitchen Organization Hacks That Just Make Sense
Look –I’m NOT a Type A person.
My brain doesn’t see a cabinet and automatically map out a perfect organization system.
Is that you too?
I can scroll TikTok for hours watching people fold fitted sheets and label bins with perfect vinyl decals—but ask me to organize my kitchen?
Maybe tomorrow.
But guess what? Now IS tomorrow. And I’ve got the itch to clean up my kitchen clutter—without spending my life savings at The Container Store.
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So, whether you have a full-sized pantry or you’re trying to make the most out of a two-cabinet situation, these hacks will help you:
Make your kitchen feel bigger
Actually find what you need when you need it
Create systems that last (and don’t require a label maker degree)
Ready? Let’s organize your kitchen like the domestic wizard I know you secretly are.
Cabinet Organization Hacks
Just because you can shut the door on a mess doesn’t mean you should.
Here are easy hacks to give everything inside your cabinets an actual home:
Use Dish Pans for Container Chaos
No more lid avalanches. Use cheap plastic dish pans to corral your food storage containers. Group lids and bottoms together, and stack them upright. Easy grab-and-go system.
Install Cork Board + Hooks for Measuring Cups
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Stick some peel-and-stick cork to the inside of your cabinet door and add small command hooks. Boom: instant spot for measuring cups and spoons.
Stackable Can Rack = Pantry Goals
No pantry? No problem. These racks stack cans neatly and make it so you can actually see your beans, soup, or pasta sauce.
Get a Pan Rack
No more scraping through loud piles of pans. A rack that separates your pans and their lids? Game-changer.
Add a Tension Rod Under the Sink
Slide a rod inside your under-sink cabinet to hang spray bottles. Frees up floor space for your trash bags, cleaning bins, or dish tabs.
Use Spice Jar Labels
Upgrade those mismatched jars with sleek, pre-made spice labels. It’s aesthetic and functional. Win-win.
Maximize Shelf Space with Clear Bins
Clear bins = visibility + structure. No more knocking things over to find the cinnamon.
Use a File Sorter for Flat Items
Repurpose an old file organizer to hold cutting boards, baking sheets, or pot lids. Perfect for that awkward cabinet near the stove.
Hang a Swivel Towel Bar Inside Cabinet Doors
Swivel towel bars are great for dishcloths, potholders, or even utensils. Instant drawer declutter.
Countertop Hacks That Aren’t Ugly
Okay, now let’s tackle your countertops.
Because if yours are anything like mine—they go from Pinterest to post-apocalyptic in 30 minutes.
Add a Lazy Susan
Perfect for oils, spices, or condiments. Non-skid ones are your best friend if you’re clumsy (hi, it’s me).
Magnetic Knife Strip
Free up drawer space and feel like a pro chef. Mount your knives on the wall with a magnetic strip.
Use Under-the-Shelf Storage
Use that weird space between the counter and upper cabinets! Under-shelf racks hold mugs, spices, or even utensils.
Stack Appliances with a Microwave Rack
No counter space? Stack it. Use a microwave rack to stash your toaster, kettle, or air fryer neatly.
Storage Hacks That Actually Work
Because your blender shouldn’t be roommates with your air fryer.
Labeled Bins = Instant Organization
Clear bins in your pantry, fridge, or cabinets keep everything in sight and in place. Label them if you’re feeling fancy.
Use a Slim 3-Tier Cart
These slide between appliances or beside the fridge. Fill with snacks, spices, cleaning gear—whatever needs a home.
Lid Organizer on Cabinet Doors
How many times have you cursed a missing lid? Stick an adhesive lid rack on the inside of a cabinet to end the chaos.
Use Your Fridge as Wall Space
Magnetic spice containers or small shelves on the side of your fridge add sneaky extra storage. Hooks for towels too!
DIY Kitchen Hacks (for the Crafty Ones)
DIY Drawer Dividers
Use cardboard or foam board to make custom utensil dividers. No more tangled tongs and ladles.
DIY Pegboard Wall
Great for small kitchens! Hang pots, pans, utensils, or baskets from a pegboard. Paint it to match your vibe.
Under-Cabinet Microwave Shelf
Build or install a microwave cubby under your upper cabinets to free up counter space.
DIY Tiered Cake Pan Organizer
Stack three cake pans using candle holders for a cute, tiered catch-all. Great for fruits, sponges, or even coffee supplies.
More Easy Kitchen Storage Hacks
- Create cabinet zones (coffee, baking, snacks)
- Hang measuring cups on adhesive key rails
- Use plastic bins for rarely used appliances
- Hang wine glasses with t-molding
- Add wire racks inside cabinet doors
- Stack like items: mugs, bowls, lids
- Use fridge sides for more magnetic storage
- Try over-the-door organizers for cabinets
- Transfer dry goods into clear containers
- Use shelf risers to double vertical space
- Store appliance attachments inside the appliance
- Repurpose dish racks for kids’ plastic dishes
- Keep your go-to appliances out and ready
- You Don’t Need to Be a Type A to Organize
You don’t have to drop a paycheck on bins or build custom cabinets to feel more organized. These simple kitchen organization hacks will:
- Give everything a home
- Clear your counters
- Make cooking (and cleaning) easier
Even if you’re not a naturally organized person, you can still create a space that works with your habits—not against them.
Which hack are you trying first?
Let me know in the comments or pin this post to save for later!
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