Minimalist Kitchen Tour | Tips to Declutter Your Kitchen

[@ShipCreek]

I went minimalist in my kitchen several years ago now (with your influence Sarah) and "ease of use" became very important. I cook and am better at cooking with my few supplies than I ever was with a full kitchen. Though I have 4 small drawers where I would prefer one or two wider drawers. After isolation Im getting that seen to. 😁

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

That is wonderful! Better ease of use does make such a difference!

[@111-x5x]

I actually decluttered some kitchen things today Sarah. So it is funny that this video came along. Most people have too many things in their kitchen. Or life in general. In Europe we live in smaller places. But surely have better pensions and bank balances. Well that is how it is in Switzerland. Interesting video. Thanks.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

What a coincidence!

[@111-x5x]

@@AbundantlyMinimal It surely was. I am newly pensioned, living in a nice Swiss studio apartment. So I cannot really collect a lot of stuff, I do not love or use. Plus our great transport system is a dream. No need to have and run a car. Life in Switzerland is really good and easy compared to many countries. All the best.

[@IntrovertCorner480]

Yes! Cutting down on the number of plates/bowls in the cabinet is wonderful!

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Absolutely!

[@samantharowley125]

I love cutting up the sponges. I cut mine in half and it works so much better.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

YES! It is a simple thing but it really is a game-changer!

[@dawnscott3015]

This is very helpful to me on my journey. Thank you for the tour. On a safety note, keeping things with a heating element unplugged until needed prevent fires. Toaster, coffee pot, etc.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

I'm glad to hear that, Dawn! Also, thank you for the tip!

[@nans969]

I do the same.

[@crabbygirluc9926]

I too killed a few rounds of succulents, but now I can’t stop them from growing! I use those same cute little pots you have and they’ve already outgrown them. I keep mine by the kitchen window where they are BLASTED with bright light. I live in a desert climate and I think that’s where they thrive. They need DIRECT bright sunlight. I also use fertilizer for succulents which REALLY helped so don’t give up! Thanks for another great video 👍

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thank you! I appreciate that! I am determined to make it work at some point! :)

[@teresafee5084]

Love the simplicity and orgaization!

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thank you so much, Teresa!

[@MsDoglover02]

I loved this! I thought it was an older one at first since I was watching You Tube on my TV and didn't see the date. Your honesty and transparency is so refreshing. It was encouraging to see you have storage containers at eye level. I've moved a bit of them recently and really love it. The plastic ones below are such a pain to find and get to. I love the idea of cutting sponges in thirds as I hate when they get yucky. My sister taught me a cool trick to put cooking utensils like spatulas, spoons, ladle, etc. I've been putting them in backward so the handles are in the back and I can see the utensil. It saves me a great deal of time.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

The sponge hack is a game-changer! I also like the idea about the cooking utensils! Thank you, Lynne!

[@478cookies]

I wholeheartedly agree! Tiny living is a subcategory of minimalism, not the same thing.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

YES YES YES!

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Hi Sarah we enjoy this little tour of your kitchen. yes we agree with you it doesn't matter how big your space is but what you put in it.❤

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

I'm so glad to hear that, Cathy! Have a great night!

[@TreebeardsHome]

Great walkthrough. Your kitchen looks clear, organized, and intentional. You can tell each item & it’s location was thought through. Very practical. It looks nice too. I find open space helps makes things look bright & clean. Thank you for showing your plants. I’ve struggled with houseplants too. It’s nice to see real humans & life as it is, not an edited version that hides flaws. It’s discouraging to see the mirage of ‘perfect’ some try to portray. It makes me feel like their goals are unattainable, or that I’m not good enough to do it as well as they do. We’re all human, with strengths & weaknesses. Thank you. Have a great weekend. Stay safe & healthy. Blessed be.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thank you so much for all of the kind words! Have a great day!

[@pattyatrumdycreations134]

I'm a horticulturalist. I'm good at taking care of plants. I'm terrible at trying to be a minimalist. The important thing is we keep trying!! 😂😘🥰

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Haha YES! Thank you, Patty!

[@oopurpledove]

Thank you so much for the content you share with us. I need these ideas, A LOT. I have my expertise, you have yours and the horticulturalist, has hers. We all play our part in this crazy thing called life. Blessings 🙏

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

I'm glad to hear that, Marianne! Thank you!

[@Debbiesdilemmas]

I agree that it doesn’t matter the size of your kitchen or rooms, it’s what items you have in your home.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Absolutely! Thanks, Debbie!

[@minimalzebra]

Yes! Agree completely!

[@sandrafromscotland]

Thanks Sarah. Looks like you're settling in with a place for everything. I understand about top shelves, both as a minimalist & practically, as I'm 5 foot in height 🙌😂 Under the sink, I always consider, if there was a drip or leak what would get damaged. So I keep it simple under there. Convenience and ease of use as a priority. Plants, I don't have any for the same reason! Looking forward to next time.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Great minds think alike! :) Thanks, Sandra!

[@ArtyAntics]

It was really helpful to see an example of a couple’s kitchen. Most other channels have kids and I wasn’t sure what was kinda normal for 2 people. I also love my instant cooker, so fast and replaces so many single purpose gadgets. If only it could blend and toast lol!

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

I'm really happy to hear that! I'm glad you enjoy your instant cooker too!

[@MarielaMerino]

wonderful kitchen! you have a lot of space but use it all very intentionally. I have one indoor plant and shes not doing so well lol

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thank you, Mariela! I'm glad to hear I'm not alone with plant struggles!

[@miainelom1104]

Love the authenticity 💛💛

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

I am happy to hear that, Mia!

[@stinaljungstrom8691]

This video made us clear out a big box of things from our kitchen. 😊

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

YES! That is wonderful! You are on a roll, Stina!

[@sonias.7050]

I think some succulents are hard to care for in Illinois's climate. My jade plant is doing well and growing fast, but my echeverria is all stretched out. You might want to so some research on easy plants that you like. If you tend to overwater, peace lilies love water. I have to water mine like twice a week and it looks gorgeous.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thank you for the suggestions, Sonia!

[@bmoremom8458]

😂 I love gardens, but I am incapable of taking care of houseplants also. Thanks for being honest! I’ve learned plenty of minimalism wisdom from your channel. 🥰

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

I'm glad I'm not alone! :)

[@kathrynp7595]

I have a green earth pan and love it! Your kitchen is so nice and organized. I like how you can find everything with out digging through other items 🌸

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

They are amazing! Thank you for the kind words, Kathryn!

[@Kim.firsttimemomlife]

Some people think that minimalism means living in a really smal place. The funny thing is that my old house was as tiny as a tiny house but I had way more clutter 😆. Our new home is huge. Sometimes I even think to huge when it comes to cleaning but feels so much more empty. Maybe it’s me but I love empty shelves🤔

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

I love empty shelves too! That's great to hear!

[@paultheaccidentalminimalis2731]

I can recognize that!.... my total living space is only 20' x 8'...and boys is it cluttered... I'll get there :)

[@courtneyglasco2216]

I love your oven mitts. Very pretty kitchen.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thank you, Courtney!

[@vanybelleofficial5412]

I've noticed that you changed your view. Previously you mentioned that you dont advise people to subscribe and also advise them to declutter their phones and you just did it.... Wasnt expecting that but still love you

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thanks, Vanessa! Holding the phone was only because that is what records the sound from my microphone, and I didn't have a place to put it. I have been against asking people to subscribe in the past, but the channel and my earnings have really been struggling in the last few months, so I figured it was worth a try. I appreciate your feedback!

[@vanybelleofficial5412]

@@AbundantlyMinimal I understand and probably would do the same. Well, you got me....I do love your videos. Keep going strong 🙏

[@jenniferr7397]

@@AbundantlyMinimal I don't think there's anything wrong with asking people to subscribe or give a thumbs up if they enjoyed the video. Most of the KZbin channels I watch do this. It gives the consumers a voice in showing what we like and want to see more of, and gives the creator feedback and incentive to create more great content.

[@arelysdelgado8159]

Vanessa Santos i just saw your name and my best friend in high school had your name. I lost contact after I moved over seas. Did u by any chance grow up in Miami?

[@vanybelleofficial5412]

@@arelysdelgado8159 Hi, hope you are well and safe. Unfortunately it is not me, I grew up in Portugal. All the luck finding your friend :)

[@danicegewiss862]

I've been weeding things out of my kitchen. So I, too, have empty space in my upper cupboards. We switched to the Mediterranean diet which means we buy far less food.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

That's wonderful, Danice!

[@LucyakaMom]

Love the video 😊. Do you ever have a large number of guests and if so what do you do in terms of plates and glasses and such? Paper? I’m loving the idea of purging some things but holiday gatherings and such gives me pause.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thank you, Lucy! We have up to 7 people over at one time and we have always made it work with what we have. Granted, I'm not one who tries to be put together, and these guests know that haha! In these situations, we usually use all of the plates, and glasses we have plenty because we can also use our glass jars (which the guests do seem to enjoy!) We do run the dishwasher before and after gatherings however. I hope this helps!

[@LucyakaMom]

Abundantly Minimal thanks!

[@Awalsh147]

Youre (kitchen is so nice and big. Love the spacious counters :) Snake plant may thrive out of direct sunlight. Really make sure most succulents feel like dry popcorn before giving them a good drink. Thanks for the video :)

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thank you for the tips, Angela! I appreciate that!

[@carlacampbell2230]

Eight place settings surprised me. In my house if I had 8 they'd all be dirty. My son would keep using clean ones until there are none left. Hence why I only keep 3

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Haha I love it! That promotes good habits for him!

[@thewisehipo9354]

You have a really nice kitchen! Hope you are staying safe from this coronavirus :)

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thank you, Miguel! I'm pretty much not going anywhere haha! I hope you are staying safe too!

[@dindranew.6808]

I have a gross question. I live in an apartment, and one of the realities of living in a communal space is roaches. They do come and spray, but when I see them near my cats' food, I want to squash them. I now use face tissues to squash them on the wall or whatever and throw that away, but that's using a disposable product. Would you suggest I use my kitchen towels for this service and just toss them directly into the washing machine? I don't think the drain holes in the tumber of the machine are big enough to flush a bug... Ok, this is a rare case, but any thoughts from your readers would be GREAT. I don't want buggy towels lying around, but I hate to buy paper towels JUST for this duty.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Great question, Erin! Honestly, that would be a situation where I would probably use disposables, especially since roaches can carry bacteria.

[@dindranew.6808]

@@AbundantlyMinimal Thank you so much! And I appreciate your kindness.

[@jeanmarie2928]

Sarah ~ you have a wonderful kitchen! Like you, the top two or three shelves in the cabinets are empty as our kitchen is more spacious and yet functional...being 5’1” in height is an incentive :). Be safe 💕

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thank you, Enni! It is a good way to think about it!

[@monamorgan8614]

I think if you don’t have a 4-6 week supply of food or paper goods, I’d start and store them in the tall upper cabinets that aren’t used because of the height restriction.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Great suggestion, Mona!

[@tkka2418]

Love the video and your intentionality. Just curious about your silverware drawer. Was there a subtle message?

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Thanks! There were not any intended messages behind it... I thought the whole video felt very conversational. I guess if I had to hyper-analyze why I mentioned it, it is because it was our most recent purchase for the kitchen, I'm proud of my sister for her new job there, and people frequently ask me where I get certain items, just like how I mentioned the Green Earth pan as well.

[@kinskigirl]

@@AbundantlyMinimal I think that's not what she was getting at. ;)

[@jenniferr7397]

@@AbundantlyMinimal I think there is curiosity about your colorful measuring spoons. They look similar to the spoons used for babies and small children. :)

[@renehoffman4343]

Thank you for the tour. What do you use for produce wash?

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

You are welcome, Rene! We use the ECOS brand Fruit + Veggie Wash!

[@paultheaccidentalminimalis2731]

My Kitchen is 8' x 2'... but I still feel it could be less 'cluttered'... more organised somehow... my smaller kitchen area does not make me more minimal, in fact it's near the complete opposite...how to take a tiny place and make it really cluttered lol

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

I totally get that, Paul! Our past apartment had a tiny kitchen, and because of it, our items didn't fit as well in the space, so there was more out on the counters and some gadgets were stored in a nearby closet.

[@suzanneshirley5325]

Have you used the instant pot as a slow cooker? I have and found it to take quite a bit longer than the slow cooker for that function. This would be the reason I would not get rid of my slow cooker just yet.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Great question! We have and it worked fine for us. However, we didn't use the slow cooker that often and we don't cook meat, which is what a lot of slow cooker recipes are, at least from what I've seen!

[@elizamh5270]

Yayyyy a new video x

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

You've got it! :)

[@Jessiemadanat]

How do you use instant pot as a rice cooker?

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

We cook brown rice using the multigrain button for 20 minutes! It works great!

[@KNRK379]

oh girl, those succulents aren't dead! they're not looking great, but they're not dead. I know dead plants lol! keep them around, pull off the brown parts & water them less. see what happens. they may bounce back after a bit.

[@AbundantlyMinimal]

Will do, Kiya!