Above: Our OXO Good Grips 3-Piece Slim POP Canister Set is the perfect compact coffee station companion.
One of the obvious facts of life is that almost none of us have the amount of time in the day we wished we had. Between the ever-present demands of work and life, we don't always have the luxury of spending half the day cleaning and organizing high-traffic areas like our kitchens, so sometimes we just need a quick fix to take care of the clutter. To make these types of projects as fast and painless as possible, we've put together a number of organization starter kits, and here are a few of our favorites to help you get started.
Pantry and Countertop
When it comes to storing dry ingredients (rice, pasta, sugar, coffee, etc.), there's nothing like a good, clear airtight canister. Not only do they keep your food fresh, but they also allow you to instantly see how much of a particular ingredient you have on hand. One of our most popular canister sets is the OXO Good Grips Baking Essentials POP Canister Set (above), which consists of five canisters, a brown sugar saver, and two convenient half-cup scoops. Other handy canister sets include our OXO Good Grips 3-Piece Slim POP Canisters (perfect for areas with limited counter or shelf space) and OXO Good Grips 4-Piece Mini POP Canisters (ideal for herbs, spices, and homemade mixes).
Drawers
While cooking, there are few things more annoying as a wayward kitchen utensil that prevents you from opening a drawer. (And few things as potentially embarrassing as finally yanking that pesky potato masher out and hurling it against the wall like a javelin.) But by purging your drawers of any unnecessary or rarely-used items and adding a few drawer organizers like our Acacia Drawer Organizers (above), you can save yourself a lot of time and frustration. Crafted from handsome, lightweight, and sustainably-sourced acacia wood, these modular and stackable trays can be easily lifted out and shuffled around as-needed. We even have several customizable starter kits--for drawers measuring 6" x 18", 9" x 18", and 12" x 18"--to help you get going quickly.
Fridge and Freezer
Though it may sound overly simplistic, it is true that one of the best methods of guarding against a stinky fridge is insure all of its contents are easily visible and accessible. The right fridge and freezer organizers allow you to easily check expiration dates, keep you from overbuying at the grocery store, and help remind you to eat your leftovers--thus preventing any potent perishable ingredients from overstaying their welcome. One of the best ways to complete this organization project is with The Home Edit by iDesign's Fridge Storage Solution (above). Featuring an array of bins suitable for berries, produce, eggs, condiments, beverages, and more, this starter kit can be customized to properly both fit your storage needs and your fridge's size. Pair these with a set of attractive, easy-to-read food labels, and you'll have a beautifully organized fridge in no time!
Of course, we don't only offer kitchen starter kits; we also have them for your closet, bathroom, office, and craft room! (Shop all of our starter kits here.) And for more helpful tips and organizational nuggets of wisdom, check out our Projects & Inspiration section.
