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  • Person towel-drying a bowl
    By Aspen Oblewski

    Say Goodbye To Boring Dish Drying Mats And Hello To This Stylish Alternative

    It's time to ditch those boring and not so sanitary dish drying mats in your kitchen. Instead, go for one made of this stylish and sturdy natural ingredient.

    By Aspen Oblewski Read More
  • Kitchen cabinet with pantry foods
    By Eloise Rollins-Fife

    One Of The Best Pantry Upgrades You Can Make Is Also One Of The Cheapest

    The kitchen pantry can often end up a dark void of disorganization where you don't know exactly what you have. Here's a cheap upgrade with huge payoff.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife Read More
  • Pool noodles of various colors
    By Maggie Peña

    A Simple Pool Noodle Is The Kitchen Organization Tool You Probably Never Thought To Use

    Pool noodles can be a fun addition to time spent playing in the water, but surprisingly, they can also be of use when organizing your kitchen.

    By Maggie Peña Read More
  • A modern kitchen
    By Emmy Schneider-Green

    When Designing Your Kitchen, Overlooking This Key Detail Is A Massive Mistake

    Whether you're renovating your kitchen or want to learn more about design, this rule is essential for creating a space that's convenient and comfortable to use.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green Read More
  • Marble kitchen
    By Jackson Williams

    Painting Your Faux Marble Countertops Is A Major Kitchen Design Mistake. Here's Why

    Marble is an exquisite look for any countertop, but it has the high price tag to match. However, if you're considering a DIY paint job instead, think again.

    By Jackson Williams Read More
  • Laminate kitchen countertop
    By Jonathan Kesh

    Why Laminate Kitchen Countertops Are A Major Mistake

    Laminate countertops may be a budget-friendly option when decorating your kitchen, but they come with some major flaws you may want to avoid.

    By Jonathan Kesh Read More
  • Open freezer full of food
    By Karen Hart

    Organize Your Freezer With This Simple Office Supply You Probably Already Have

    Tired of digging through a messy freezer? Use an office supply you likely already have on hand to easily organize frozen foods by category and color.

    By Karen Hart Read More
  • someone preparing a baking pan
    By Sonora Slater

    Don't Throw Out That Old Baking Pan. Use It For This Instead

    Thinking of throwing away that old baking pan you don't use anymore? Stop right there! There's a way to upcycle it into a nifty piece of kitchen decor.

    By Sonora Slater Read More
  • kitchen island in spacious open kitchen
    By Sarah Moore

    13 Ways To Functionally Decorate Your Kitchen Island

    We gathered up ideas from several experts on ways to decorate your kitchen island so that it looks welcoming and stylish but remains functional.

    By Sarah Moore Read More
  • A clutter free kitchen with cubby-like storage in the background
    By Dhruv Trivedi

    How To Maximize Kitchen Storage With Cubbies

    You can get significantly more space out of your kitchen storage with just a few simple additions, and cubbies are key among them. Here's how to use them.

    By Dhruv Trivedi Read More
  • Small appliances and kitchen tools on top of a kitchen island
    By Crystal Antonace

    The Problem With Storing Small Appliances On Your Kitchen Island

    A kitchen island is great for food prep or sitting down for a quick bite, but resist the urge to use it as a landing spot for all your small appliances.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • Slicing a cucumber on a wooden cutting board.
    By Betsy Parks

    This Cutting Board Tip Adds So Much Extra Space To A Tiny Kitchen (And It Doesn't Cost A Dime)

    If you've got limited countertop real estate in the kitchen, there's a way for you to set up a proper chopping station without having to buy anything new.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • A collection of cookbooks stacked together
    By Betsy Parks

    6 Creative Ways To Organize Your Cookbooks In Your Kitchen

    Whether you have a small collection or large, cookbooks can easily clutter your kitchen space. Luckily, there are a few creative ways to keep them organized.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • Deep kitchen drawers with pots and pans inside
    By Betsy Parks

    5 Organizing Tools You Need To Keep Deep Kitchen Drawers Clutter-Free

    Deep kitchen drawers are a wonderful gift for people always whipping things up. They're also a pain to keep clutter-free, unless you use an organizing tool.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • small modern kitchen
    By Jennifer M. McNeill

    The Best Way To Add A Dishwasher If There Is Absolutely No Space In Your Kitchen

    If space is at a premium in your kitchen but you still determined to get a dishwasher, there are some creative solutions that could fix all your problems.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill Read More
  • Hand placing knife of magnetic knife strip
    By Allison Lindsey

    Magnetic Knife Strips Can Be Used For Way More Than Just Knives

    While a magnetic knife strip is a great way to store your knives, this organizational accessory can be used for all kinds of items, in and out of the kitchen.

    By Allison Lindsey Read More
  • A kitchen with spacious wooden cabinets
    By Dhruv Trivedi

    This Might Be The Easiest Way To Upgrade Your Kitchen Cabinets (And It's Super Cheap Too)

    You can never have enough storage space in a kitchen. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to make more space by giving your kitchen cabinets an easy upgrade.

    By Dhruv Trivedi Read More
  • Collection of wine corks
    By Allison Lindsey

    How Wine Corks Can Stylishly Protect Your Kitchen Countertops

    If you want to protect your precious kitchen countertops in style, you don't need to shell out a bunch of money. Instead, use recycled wine corks. Here's how.

    By Allison Lindsey Read More
  • kitchen cabinet full of plastic storage containers
    By Megan Shoop-Volz

    Maximize Your Kitchen Space With This Genius Container Lid Storage Hack

    Searching for the right container lid when it's time to put away leftovers can be a struggle. Here's how to store your lids to save you valuable time and space.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz Read More
  • Different refrigerators in a row at store
    By Audrey Lockie

    How To Avoid Buying The Wrong Fridge For The Way You Really Cook

    If you're in the market for a new fridge, there are a few considerations to make. Here are some ways to avoid buying the wrong fridge based on how you cook.

    By Audrey Lockie Read More
  • Close up of hand wiping down a granite countertop
    By Emmy Schneider-Green

    Granite Vs Quartzite: Which Is Better For Kitchen Counters?

    Wondering what kind of kitchen countertops to get? Here are all the differences between granite and quartzite you should know about before you buy.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green Read More
  • vintage style kitchen area
    By Sarah Lintakoon

    The Vintage Kitchen Trend That Makes Morning Meals So Much Cozier

    Breakfast may or may not be the most important meal of the day, but if you indulge, you may as well do it comfortably in this cozy vintage kitchen trend.

    By Sarah Lintakoon Read More
  • A person seen from the back reaching into a kitchen cupboard
    By Jennifer M. McNeill

    Your Kitchen Cabinets Aren't Organized Without This Old-Fashioned Kitchen Storage Hack

    This kitchen storage hack might seem a little old-fashioned but, believe us, you won't know true cabinet organization until you try it out.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill Read More
  • A bottle of olive oil on a wooden surface.
    By Georgina Jedikovska

    Don't Throw Away That Empty Glass Olive Oil Bottle. Do This Instead

    Olive oil is a key ingredient for cooking, so it stands to reason you're going through a fair few bottles. Instead of tossing them, try doing this instead.

    By Georgina Jedikovska Read More
  • open dishwasher between gray cabinets
    By Megan Shoop-Volz

    The Easiest Way To Hide An Unsightly Dishwasher

    If you feel like your dishwasher is an eyesore, try this inexpensive, renter-friendly, and customizable decor trick to conceal the unsightly appliance.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz Read More
  • Someone reaches for a high kitchen cabinet.
    By Betsy Parks

    This Simple Kitchen Shelf Upgrade Is Ideal For Those Hard-To-Reach Areas

    There's one simple shelf upgrade you can use to make things much easier to access in your kitchen, and you can adapt it to any style of kitchen.

    By Betsy Parks Read More
  • Kitchen with large kitchen island
    By Julia Mullaney

    This Kitchen Island Alternative Is Absolutely Perfect For Small Spaces

    If you have a tiny kitchen, you might believe there is nothing you can do to increase your workable space. This kitchen island alternative changes everything.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
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