Month-By-Month Storage Plan

I came across a fabulous 12-month storage plan for those of us who need organizational help overhauling our home's storage systems.  If you're at all like me, you've probably started a major storage project with the best of intentions only to throw in the towel shortly there after. Have you resigned yourself to living with a less than organized closet, cabinet, room, or house?

Well, join the club, dear reader! However, I believe I have found a website that can help us break down our goal into smaller, do-able bits and pieces.

Things are broken down and spread out over a 12 month success plan.  Here, we will focus on improving the storage in just one space each month.  We'll start with February below:

You can obtain a printable version of the 12-month storage plan by going to remodelingcenter.com/storageideas

February ----KITCHEN

  • Evaluate all pantry items. Toss anything that's expired and give away everything you didn't use in the last year. (Write today's date on every item so you can easily keep track)
  • Double a cabinet's storage capacity by adding freestanding expandable wire shelves. Include riser-style inserts for smaller items.
  • Evaluate the interior of every cabinet door to identify spots for shelves, racks, pouches, and bulletin boards. Use the new setups for organizing spices, loose recipes, paper towels, or utensils.
  • Install a utensil bar or grid above or beside your stove. Dangle frequently used tools from S hooks and include a small wire basket for salt, pepper, cooking spray, and oil

See you back here again in March!