MASSIVE KITCHEN ORGANIZATION | PANTRY DECLUTTER AND ORGANIZE

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00:00 Drawer Organization
7:15 Green Chef
8:48 Spice Cabinet Organization
12:07 Above the Fridge
14:10 Pantry Organization
24:25 Wait. There's more...
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[@Godisabsolutelygood]

Quick note to get rid of "TO GO" silverware that restaurants INSIST on sticking down in your bags even though you ask them NOT TO. I take them to my work and leave them in the break room where they get used. This keeps me from feeling like I'm being wasteful and gets them OUT of my house.

[@Sumiicho]

Yes this!

[@HaleyHinman]

@@Sumiicho Great idea! Our state passed a law requiring any single-use items to be by request only, which has helped a lot! Except when you did want them and forgot to ask lol Most restaurants are just asking if you need them

[@sandymyers1182]

I save them and give to the little pantry that I help support.

[@addictedtoyoutube1902]

Finding it amusing that plastic forks are referred to as “silverware” in the States. Very fancy term for such an unfancy item!

[@twatquat3322]

@Lynda Smartt> I have been doing the same for years. Less waste, your co-workers appreciate it, and I also actually do keep some at home to put with my own packed lunch that I take to work every day.😀

[@HaleyHinman]

Idea for the utensil sets: add them to your emergency kit/go bag and/or camping supplies.

[@misspeaches1144]

I know I cringed so hard when they were just throwing them away…

[@CeeCee-cx6ks]

Right! Why couldn't they go with the rest of the paper products?

[@pancakespandemonium]

Yes!! I would see if your church could use them!

[@Zyxwvutsrq]

Did anyone notice she refuses to acknowledge the multiple comments suggesting how to repurpose plastic utensils? So many easy alternatives to just throwing them out and forget these end up being another community’s problem 🙄

[@pancakespandemonium]

@@Zyxwvutsrq honestly it maybe pointless because it’s done. She can file away suggestions she likes for a project later, but the video has been filmed edited and posted which means choices have been made and it’s done. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@taraschmidheini4674]

Thank you Courtney, for allowing Christine to do this, & to put it on her KZbin channel. There's so many of us that can relate. And Christine, you're an awesome friend💗

[@laurahill2272]

She is what Cass from clutterbug calls a ladybug. She has clean surfaces and is messy behind the doors. Open bins she can toss and walk away is a great thing for her. She probably doesn't mind digging to look for what she needs in a bin. But doesn't want to take the time to put it in a detailed place. Also, clear containers are excellent for her. She is an out of site out of mind person. My husband is a ladybug, so I have experience.

[@shereeralph3802]

YES!!! I thought exactly the same thing.

[@sarahkapustic1881]

She had an hgtv show don’t remember the name and don’t know if I saw it after 1 or 2 seasons

[@lifemyway200]

Yes!!! Im also a ladybug (thankful to Cass for realizing this). Too detailed, and the organization system falls apart for me!

[@shawnanapier845]

Just a quick life hack: when cleaning out crumbs from your drawers, if you use the hose on your vacuum to clean them out first, you don’t end up having to scrub the little bits out of the corner like you had in the first drawer. 😊

[@sB-wl4bp]

I think we would love to see this turn into a series of you helping organise and declutter for friends and Family! That would be awesome! ❤️

[@tessjune88]

So funny I was literally thinking the me same thing! New series!!!

[@donnabradshaw5200]

That really would be fun.

[@denisehollebeke2725]

Agreed!! Or even a once or twice a month thing. I gotta have my "Christine's Shopping Haul" videos 😁

[@angieknaphus9537]

Yes!!

[@shelbyanem]

Can I just say I appreciate seeing other families also throw random crap on top of the cabinets where mom can't see?! Everytime I actually get up there to dust, I'm surprised by all the junk my family has basically "thrown away" up there!

[@emilasmith4279]

I donated tons of plastic forks etc from restaurants to our hot meal charity. They often give folks items to take home and use the spare plasticware for them. Also many of us would take restaurant plastic ware to work where we filled a large drawer. Saved work on not having to buy as much supplies. Fun project! Feel free to stop by house any time! ❤

[@sonyaberry9805]

Good idea. I think I will do the same thing at my job.

[@cassidydavis4421]

So sad to see the plastic utensils get thrown away. I have a basket in a closet for donations and when it gets full I donate the contents on day when I’m running errands anyway. Those are great for taking to work and letting people use them that need them. Great video! I’m sure your friend will love it 😍

[@erinnola-raised6543]

Yes indeed, I donate to local Goodwill items that certain are useful to another

[@MT-US]

I think it is great that you asked her about items instead of making the decisions for her. This kind of thing can be very anxiety producing for some people, and while others may not understand the cause of the anxiety (and maybe have never experiencedit themselves), feeling heard and reducing the anxiety is so important. Her sense of relief at the end, over the state of her kitchen, was palpable. Thank you for sharing ideas!

[@jtidema]

I think you mean palpable, but absolutely!

[@kimclaborn5576]

I keep the plastic forks, spoons and knife in my van glove box . You never realized how often you might need them

[@TheNinnyfee]

Courtney, hats off to you! 5 kids plus a business and a house is such a lot, I hope you don't forget to take care of yourself! 💐💐💐

[@zoe0abundant]

Just to add a different POV, I would hate spice risers. I found the perfect solution for me: a shallow shelf that hangs on the wall in the kitchen. It is just deep enough for 2 spice bottles and wide enough on top for my larger Sam's club size spices. I have a system and always put them back in the same spot. It is the one area of my life where I am organized! The only problem is when my husband puts them away 🤦‍♀️

[@juanitaglenn9042]

I use about 15 spices regularily, and I buy in bulk so it's cheaper. I do the 'unthinkable! And store them on the back of my oven in large Tupperware spice containers. I go through them quickly enough I don't worry about it too much. Any extras(.and there are lots) get stuffed in small bins I have in my upper cupboard along with the extracts and water enhancers and numerous sweeteners, etc. I have an exceptionally large stock of all this, as my daughter is allergic to sugar....all sugar....so we flavor everything so it's not boring and she can experience say, the flavor of peaches from the extract, and sweet with stevia leaf.

[@evelynsaungikar3553]

I store mine end-on, in a rack mounted on the wall. They are in alphabetical order, except when my son and his girlfriend cook!

[@texasstardust6010]

....I do not like spice risers, never used them. I use turntables, after several experiments with organizing them. ( I am a former professional organizer / housekeeper but you still have to experiment and see what works for you best, with ones own " Organization Style "LOL) I have them stored on a shelf that's wide enough to sit on securely and are on the turntables in such a way that it's easy to see what I need,and put back in the same spot every time.

[@michelekuhne9179]

Risers and stone countertops can be a disaster. Ask me how I know. But for the most part I like them.

[@jessicaclark611]

If you have a local Buy Nothing group, that would be a great way to easily get rid of those items. Also, a shelter or food kitchen could make good use.

[@jtidema]

I love my buy nothing group on Facebook! I have cleaned out SOOOOO many things from my house and Mom's (she is 92 and has accumulated a LOT). We have given away old tools when my husband upgraded, clothes, furniture, candles, plants, and I'm so glad none of it went into a landfill.

[@carmarasmussen8118]

By the end of the video, I was thinking you two could be sisters! Especially during the outtakes, you just had a fun vibe going. Great video! 👍

[@wyoag12]

Courtney! You are not alone, don’t be embarrassed. Thanks for being brave and sharing so others can get help with their organization. Looks great!

[@ThisMommaReads]

I laughed at the end when you said you didn't gasp. lol you were practically gasping with her scentsy wax. lol all in good fun! You did a great job and it was interesting to hear her say she was surprised how it has helped her out.

[@PureLace]

Declutter and organization... my all time favorite thing to do. So when I see spaces that look like this I fall in love. 😂😂😂😍

[@cassie133]

Thanks for having a REAL pantry!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Right?!

[@kimonk]

When I grow up I really want to be like you! (I’m 57 so I’m not holding my breath!) I absolutely loved watching you organize everything. If you are ever in Alabama, I would definitely let you help me out!! ❤

[@angelahawkins8069]

Love how your friend whole heartedly embraces your help on cleaning/organizing her drawers and pantry. I relate how hard it is to just start and attack these projects too! Love the after video of you both laughing and talking. 💗

[@maryssaann]

We close on our new house tomorrow and are moving this week 😁 have one of the bag organizers and extendable bamboo organizers for drawers ready to order. But I tell people my secret all of the time: declutter FIRST, then organize what’s left. I can’t even begin to count how many times I’ve tried to organize first and buy all the pretty bins and containers for it to not work for my space. Declutter, measure your space and then go find what you need ☺️

[@aimeeclark228]

The best! And no need at all to be embarrassed! We ALL have a drawer/ closet etc that needs attention for sure! The end was the best!.. so fun Christine and so nice of you to help your friend!..👍🙏❤️

[@__Hyde__]

The Togo silverware I use for lunches. It’s easy to just grab and throw out when I’m done.

[@veronicamiller3441]

As the busy working mom that also does a lot of kid things I appreciate this video so much!

[@Christy6000]

This was a lot of fun! Both of you worked well together and came up with a great solution for her space. 👏👏👏

[@FrugalFitMom]

I think so too!

[@donnamullins2089]

Christine you are a good friend. What a big improvement in the pantry, drawers and cabinets.

[@mtherfnprincess]

Sometimes all you need is a friend to help 🥰

[@amiegamble1678]

I take the wrapped utensils to work for break room. We are a large company so they'll get used.

[@homeschoolingmamaof5boys395]

my kids banking info is with the Scentsy 😂😂😂

[@AW-gh3yv]

the wrapped utensils are great for camping or kids school lunches so you don't have to worry about them coming back home.

[@hayleae.450]

Above the fridge was the best section 😂 you are such a great friend

[@riograndelily8344]

I use left over plastic forks and knives for days I do not feel like washing dishes or for packing lunches or for when you give food to the homeless. They are so needed along with the toothbrush and paste I get for free at the dentist. No waste and it blesses some one else. Donate them if all else fails.

[@psymompa]

Love these type of videos. Love a functional realistic pantry. Came out great! After following The Minimum Mom, I truly embraced the concept of managing my inventory in the kitchen. Too much of anything has that potential to lead to waste.

[@carrie402]

Courtney sounds like a wonder woman - 5 kids, a business, an athlete - WOW! This was fantastic - the before's and afters are pretty dramatic!

[@angiebrownharris8078]

This might be my favorite video that you have EVER made! I love not only what you shared in terms of content but the interactions with your friend have me cracking up! Thanks for the smiles in the middle of my day!!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Yay! Thank you!

[@aliciaamond8148]

I seen corner, tier shelves for spices or oils etc. So that's another idea for corners. I do a spice drawer. And I love it. I have a small kitchen and my drawers are filled but organized to my liking.

[@dianadavis7651]

Looks awesome, most of us have this problem off and on, I go thru mine yearly and reorganize. But I am retired, you have a plate full of job, kids, errands, ect. Great job ladies.

[@astridteeuw2374]

Such a great, fun and realistic video! No pinterest perfect pictures, but real life organisation. I love it 💝

[@FrugalFitMom]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bonniestieben]

Oh I so loved this video, and the friendship you have with Courtney. How fun. I will be putting this video in a spot to watch again and again to help ME clean my pig-sty. . Thanks Christine!

[@FrugalFitMom]

It was a pleasure to spend time with Courtney, she makes everything fun!

[@nomie2006]

I should have been working in my own kitchen, but I was fascinated to watch the changes happen. I couldn't turn it off! Very helpful 😃

[@marygrott8095]

Same here.

[@virtualassistantel1853]

Lazy susans are fantastic! we have a deep corner cabinet and awkward closets that drove us crazy until I finally found the right Susan for the job.

[@americafirst6628]

CHRISTINE U R SUCH AN AWESOME FRIEND TO HELP UR FRIEND OUT.

[@kellyb1419]

I love seeing your friends and family ❤️ also how "real" y'all are. It's comforting and lovely to see and watch xx

[@FrugalFitMom]

Thank you so much!!

[@karrielewandowski669]

Finally, a real life home, that most of us can relate too! Looks amazing!

[@jillspianomusicstuff9972]

Above a heat source is not a good place to store meds/supplements.

[@fredricabrown9003]

Best video ever!!!!! Love seeing the "light" go on with someone who has not experienced "organization" videos and all that stuff is new to them!!!! Great job Christine....!!!! You have great friends, like you...Thanks for bringing us along on this video!!!

[@bettytijerina9769]

My sister always tries to put things where she would put her stuff but she doesn't really cook or prep so I just get he to come over & reach to dust high places. 😄

[@sharonlynn3358]

I need Christine to come to my kitchen!

[@michelekuhne9179]

I do like the turntable idea. I don’t think I could use that large a size but I have an awkward corner cabinet. It’s funny, I have quite a lot of these storage solutions. I could use some more.

[@jenboyles5381]

Yup fall clean out is awesome! I love having things so organized now. Also remember to check the dollar store for organizing bins or just reuse boxes if you in a $ pinch. Just get it organized y'all and then restock where needed now before the holidays.

[@wendysandvig7486]

OMGOODNESS!!! The comment about “if it’s not Ticonderoga, toss it”. That has my heart ❤️ Your the best! Love the videos

[@deborahtheodore5407]

I use the bag utensils for cookout or family gatherings. It’s all inclusive and I save them in a box until I’m ready to use them.

[@debbielee93]

Your pantry space by far is the most like mine which is what I needed to help me figure out some souktions with out buying all the stuff and hoping it would work. Thank you for sharing now to figure out my appliances and pots and pans. Let me add, glad I am not the only one who has to have kleenex in the kitchen.

[@marseillestephenson1984]

You inspired me Courtney! Now I got to go work on my pantry and utensil drawer!

[@FrugalLifeThriftyWife]

I did a pantry and freezer organization project not too long ago on my channel and it was soooo freeing. I can actually see what I have so making dinner is so much easier!

[@allinotte4263]

I want to be the friend that organizes my friends kitchens 😍

[@cambriaperez2865]

This video was so good and so funny! 😂 I, too, have a lot of Scentsy and I laughed so loud when you said why am I never invited to the party & she was like well you come over while I'm having the party lol 😂

[@juliehalling730]

I don’t like getting flowers either, I have one little vase under the sink for dandelions from the kids.

[@dawnrobinson3354]

This was one of the best videos I’ve seen in a long time! Loved it

[@crybebebunny]

Thank you Courtney❣️❣️❣️🥳💐Courtney, when was in my youth, I was extremely clean and very disorganized. I wish that, I had Christine in my area. If I could get order and organized, I don't care, video my mess. That will help me keep organized by watching video. If, I ever have parties 🥳 🎉 you are definitely very invited 🥳 .

[@teenanelson8832]

Love this! Great job! I struggle with organizing things. I love how you put the vitamins and spices in same cabinet. I am going to incorporate this! Thanks for sharing!

[@FrugalFitMom]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@bethstratton3391]

The pantry looks so functional now. Great job ladies.

[@heathersmeather]

Thanks for sharing this video. I recently helped a friend organize her walk-in pantry. Two walls of shelves that met in a corner, great pantry, so jealous. 😆 Anyway, her favorite thing was the lazy Susan’s we put in the corners. Also, putting most used items in the middle, lightweight above, and heavy below. I SO need a pantry. Lol, even a corner pantry would be awesome. 😁

[@FrugalFitMom]

Great job!

[@beck1365]

I don’t have a pantry. I have ample shelf space, and am very organized. These organizing videos are freakishly relaxing for me, and make me thankful I don’t have a pantry!

[@kyliarector5440]

Thank you Courtney and Christine. This was so helpful.

[@catherinefoster1481]

Christine - you are the organization QUEEN of the internet. I am NOT kidding!

[@spiritualjules5238]

I love your organizing videos! The redecorating ones too

[@Canuck20123]

Love,love a good decluttering / organizing video ! Well done 👍🏻!

[@tjames505]

Love love love it!

[@littleone7404]

The kitchen turned out amazing it's always great to have Christine around to help you out

[@jackpotdreams2954]

That was fun. Your friend is a natural!

[@danielleworden3816]

I had 4 of those tiered spice racks that I recently replaced with 2 racks that I was able to put labels on the lids of my spices and I alphabetized them. I use a ton of different spices and this works much better for me. The tiered spice racks worked when I had under 20 spices but as my spice collection grew it became difficult for me to find what I was looking for without pulling everything out.

[@jessicaklesmit3309]

Thank you for the inspiration!!! Loved this video.

[@gladyschandler6724]

Great job. Reminds me I need to organize my spice & pantry this weekend.

[@beckysmith8672]

Great video! How awesome that you’re helping your friends and family too!

[@joycerose3508]

Hi Christine. You and Courtney did a wonderful job organizing her kitchen. It nice to be able to see everything you got.

[@nancycosgrove4005]

That was so fun and the end result was great!!!🙂

[@margal3120]

I organized my spice drawer while I watched this! Great organization tips!

[@jtidema]

I have one of those tiered shelves for my spices and I love it - I can actually SEE what is in the back. That is so helpful!

[@alphawhiskey2922]

According to the comments it's looks like you're gonna need to do a whole video about ways you can reuse and repurpose plastic utensils.. the content is writing itself over here 😉

[@cherylkalsch5107]

I enjoyed watching this so much. You did an awesome job!

[@karengraves3900]

This was the BEST organization video ever! So real (nothing to be embarrassed about - we ALL have it!) and so simple fixes. Thank you for opening your home to us. Need more of these please!!

[@jackieburnett6881]

That’s a great organized cabinets! Amazing job! To make this organization will save a lot of time and money!!

[@suesimpson309]

I would like to say thank you. After almost 16 years in our home I finally have spices that are organized and so are my pantries. I had 1 pantry, which is just a tall free standing cupboard with shelves that aren't very deep and not much space from shelf to shelf. When my mom passed away I was given hers, which was identical to mine other than the color of the stain on the wood. The cupboards are not deep enough to use drawer risers in them and if they did fit I would need a grabber to reach anything in the back due to how far back the cupboards sit over our counters. I used small narrow baskets from Dollar Tree for my spices and put my spices in alphabetical order. Now if I need something from the back it is easy to get because I can easily slide the little basket out. By purchasing a few storage containers from Walmart and getting rid of the expired items I was able to organize my pantries and now I can see what is in there. I am no longer buying duplicates of things I already had. That means I have less waste and I am saving money.

[@debracoulter1250]

Christine!!! Sooooo sweet of you! I loved it, very satisfying!

[@crystalh1402]

Love these videos! It’s helping me so much with my pantry

[@cdorst2286]

I just got a bag organizer/wrap organizer that I put on the wall in my pantry. So helpful!!!

[@michelleprice5945]

Great video!! She was so pleasant to watch. Love her cabinets and pantry. Looks so much nicer now.

[@melissataulbee2048]

So awesome y’all!! Looks great

[@tcctocrazytccarson7309]

In the out takes, she said she liked the gum in the drawer you kept it in. Sometimes its better to put something where you would look for it first, rather than where everyone else might keep it. Similar thought on the top of the frig, shallow baskets could have been put up there to hold what you usually kept there. Although if your kids have there own bank statements and such, it might be time for them to have their own place to keep them. 💞💞💞

[@mckinneyfam7705]

I have an obsession with Scentsy melts. Buy more girl lmao. You have to have fall scents. I have one of those plastic stands from Michaels with like the 8 drawers that is full of melts, bulbs, febreze plugins etc. I love smell good stuff. I have one in every room and I replace the melts every single morning. Lol. You're not the only one!

[@kathiparshall8094]

Those spice shelves changed my life...haha. Really

[@AnneMarieRenee]

Love this format! The play by play recap is helpful!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Good to know!

[@rebeccasladky1138]

I use chopsticks as a de bubbler when canning, it works much better than the green measuring tool.

[@pagemcpherson2485]

Great video, lots of hard work I know, but looks like you had fun too. Kudos to both of you, one willing to help and the other graciously accepting.

[@nancyfarkas3592]

I love sense. They smell so good

[@jacquecampbell-disher1182]

If you ever want to go on a field trip to DFW TX, I am your girl and you can stay with us!! :) I am ready to dump, purge and organize!

[@AlmaB_C]

Love it!!! Make this a series please 😍😍😍

[@kathleenchambers6485]

Loved this! Always better to clean with a good friend. 💕

[@FrugalFitMom]

So true!