Here is a photo of what this tiny pantry looked like before:


... And here is the after:


Tips for Organizing your Pantry:

Remove Everything and Clean
To start remove everything from your pantry (even if you know you're going to keep it). Throw out or donate unwanted food, consolidate snacks and only keep the essentials. Clean the shelves thoroughly and perhaps think about painting or wallpapering the inside of the panty.


Take Measurements and Plan
Measure the depth, length and height of your shelves. Visit the Kitchen Stuff Plus website and determine which container sizes correspond with your needs. Do you need containers for pasta? spices? Baking confections? Cereal? Other food? Keep in mind not everything will require a new container.


Purchase and Layout Containers
Once you've confirmed your plan it's time to put it into action.  Purchase your containers. Give them a rinse. Place them in your empty pantry as a trial run. Test out different locations. Step back and take a look. Once you've confirmed their placement you can fill them and start setting up your pantry.


Finalize your Pantry and Enjoy
Place the rest of your food back into the pantry. Again adjusting as you go to ensure optimal space is used and it is pleasing to the eye. Enjoy your pantry and have fun cooking!



I'm really happy with the way this turned out. It reminds me of a tiny store in my kitchen. Be sure to check out the other bloggers in the Modern Handmade Home Series Thalita from The Learner Observer, Lindi from Love Create Celebrate and Colleen from Lemon Thistle.  



This post is in partnership with Kitchen Stuff Plus. All expressed opinions are my own.
 

First things first, I'd like to thank our Modern Handmade home series partner Kitchen Stuff Plus for all the organizational storage required for this laundry routine. Specifically the 3-drawer fabric carts which are at the center of the idea.


Disclaimers:
- I don't separate based on colour or fabric. Most of my kids clothes are dark (I rarely buy anything white for my boys).
- I do laundry by person rather than by a big family basket.
- If the clothes are really soiled I wash them completely separate.
- I do not fold pjamamas (and never will).

Okay, so here's the gist, I used two sets of these fabric drawer units from Kitchen Stuff Plus. I assigned one drawer for underwear/socks, one drawer for pjamamas and one for dirty clothes. The rest of the drawers are for folded clean clothes. I told my kids to always place their dirty clothes in the bottom left drawer (the one for dirty clothes). Then once it is filled I simply grab the drawer full of dirty clothes, wash them on a quick cycle, fold the clothes (or don't fold, whatever floats your boat), put them back into the drawer I brought them down in and insert it back into the top of the unit. Then I insert an empty drawer in the bottom left as the new dirty laundry drawer.


I know this sound complicated so I've put together a video to help explain this laundry routine a bit better:
By removing the traditional laundry basket I am able to skip a step and it prevents me from getting lazy. And, in a pinch, I can always just place the unfolded clean clothes drawer directly back into the unit (and live with a few wrinkles). I hope this makes sense. Please feel free to ask any questions below.

Be sure to check out the other bloggers in the Modern Handmade Home Series Thalita from The Learner Observer, Lindi from Love Create Celebrate and Colleen from Lemon Thistle. 

This post is in partnership with Kitchen Stuff Plus. All expressed opinions are my own.

Well the decade has come to an end. It seems like yesterday I was sitting with my parents watching 2020 and now we're here. The 2010's brought us white kitchens, grey, grey and more grey, buffalo plaid and herringbone. I can't wait to see what the 2020's have in store. Today I'm sharing some 2020 Interior Design Trends that could potentially make their mark on the next decade.

1. Rounded Edges:
This trend begin making waves in 2019 and we will really see it reach it’s rounded peak in 2020. Curved edges evoke a sense of calmness to any space which is why we will see these curves in built-ins, doors, furniture and even on island counter tops. Curves and arches are a great way to add calmness and warmth to a space.


2. Textured Wall Treatments:
In 2020 we will see a resurgence of faux wall treatments, yikes I know, but they will come back more subtle and refined less spongy and blotted. We'll see Venetian plaster and stucco skim coats. These frescos will add texture, depth and give any room old world charm.


3. Hickory and Other Brown Tones:
The dark muted tones of the Hickory stain will be a big hit in 2020. Serving as the anti-thesis to the popular light wood of late, the earthy browns of Hickory in a matte finish will add drama and help ground any space.


4. Sustainability:
This will continue to be a big theme in 2020 and beyond. It could be the biggest trend of the next decade. The options and price points for sustainable pieces and textiles have come down in the past few years allowing the most budget conscious consumer to search out sustainable pieces. In 2020, to combat the growing popularity of fast-fashion in interior design, sustainability and reuse will be an increasingly important consideration in home furniture purchase decisions. We will be seeing the popularity of used furniture and accessories, and not just antiques, growing each year.

5. Zellige TerraCotta Tiles:
We caught these tiles making a mark in 2019 and we will continue to see this trend soar in 2020. Zellige TerraCotta Tiles (also known as Moroccan Tiles) have popped up in bathrooms and backsplashes. Their nonuniform shape and colour are the perfectly imperfect compliment to the wabi sabi fad.

Like many people I was in awe of the viral gift wrapping hack going around online. I couldn't believe I had been wrapping gifts wrong this whole time. I attempted the seemingly simple task the other night.  The verdict? It's not so simple. Apparently it's all based on geometry and while I always appreciate a perfectly wrapped Christmas gift I don't have time to break out my protractor. After attempting the viral gift wrapping trick a few times I decided to go back to my old way of wrapping, perfectly imperfect.

Luckily I have my own Viral Gift Wrapping Hack to pass along. Keep reading to find out more.