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Your kitchen is a mess. Here's how to organize your spice cabinet with these easy tips.

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If searching through your spice cabinet means playing a game of dominoes every time you reach for the oregano, you’re not alone. We’ve all fallen prey to spice cabinet chaos! Luckily, organizing your spice collection is easier than you think, no matter how much space you have. 

In this day and age, there are so many creative, affordable storage systems and organizational solutions to keep your spice cabinet neat and functional. There's simply no excuse for having it look like a parade of drunken soldiers.

From maximizing storage space to categorizing your spices for easy access, we’re helping you create a well-organized spice cabinet that streamlines your cooking routine and saves the stress of clumsily hunting for the right ingredient. Here's how to organize your spice cabinet with ease.

Watch the video above to learn how to easily organize your spice cabinet.

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How to easily organize your spice cabinet 

  • Clear and Measure: Start by clearing everything out of the cabinet and cleaning the shelves. Then, take accurate measurements to plan your organization effectively.
  • Organizational Solutions: Nowadays, you don't have to sacrifice style for function. Explore various organizational solutions that match both your style and cabinet space.
  • Vertical Space Utilization: Make the most of vertical space using tiered organizers and systems.
  • Check Fit Before Use: Ensure all chosen organizational items fit properly before removing any tags, making returns or exchanges hassle-free.
  • Bin for Higher Shelves: Use a bin to store spices on higher shelves for quick and easy access, eliminating the need to reach far back. Just take down the bin when you need it.
  • Group by Type: Instead of organizing spices alphabetically, try grouping them by type, such as spice blends, peppers, or dried herbs, to make identifying what you need a breeze.
  • Turntable Convenience: Use a turntable for easy access to spices without the risk of knocking over other containers on your way to the one you need.
  • Store Bulk Spices Higher: Reserve higher shelves for bulk spices, which you won't need to access as frequently as your everyday spices.

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