Pantry Tour Time!

[@kp8174]

KEEP THE SEWING MACHINE! You never know when you will need it in a pinch. You could be the gal who repairs or makes clothes when needed.

[@velvetangel3000]

My brother took my mother's treadle machine 😢 I miss it.

[@latonyaheaton92]

I love sitting in my pantry, it's not weird at all 🤪

[@kathykelner7030]

I agree with your mom. DONT SELL IT!

[@debanam]

Keep up the good work, the pantry is fabulous. I've faced a lot of criticism over the years for stocking up my pantry. I mostly get that I'm buying too much by buying sale items that I consistently use and just buy it when you need it. Luckily I don't care what people say and my pantry has come to the rescue time and again. I survived hurricane Sandy, unemployment, high food prices, shortages, etc. all because of my pantry. The security of knowing we have food is a great relief in these troubled times.

[@monana8706]

I grew up that way. Blizzards where you could be snowed in for a couple of weeks, unexpected expenses, job changes, moving .... Nice to have food security.

[@danielleterry180]

I feel you my family thinks I am nuts and paranoid but when the freeze hit us here in Texas and my brother got his all electric home knocked out he called and TOLD me bringing family to me cause I have a backup woodstove and food like he is entitled to my hard work . You wouldn’t believe how mad he got when I said don’t come empty handed bring blankets and pillows will set you up in our shed building for night sleeping so bring blow up matress’s mom sleeping with me and my kids not giving up their bed for you. For years I begged him to grab a lot out here for bad times get a shed he poopooed me as nuts now is to late as all the cheap tax seized raw land is gone as west coast east coast people running to get away from the blue states have bought them up and doing what I begged brother to do years ago

[@crazydee1955]

@@danielleterry180 good for you! I'm proud of you.

[@sandracoleman1330]

Put that bed up on risers, more space.

[@claudiadoyle8052]

I have been setting up preps now for about 4 years. It's not panic buying and I don't buy out everything. I purchase a little over time. I turned one of our bedrooms into a prep room with a locking system on the bedroom door. My husband and brother didn't really support this. They pretty much thought I was nuts. BUT, then we were hit with (Louisiana) a rare snow storm, polar vortex, ice storm, two back-to-back hurricanes (Laura and Delta). We were in ground zero and both hurricane eyes passed right over us. Then we got to enjoy flooding and COVID. Supplies could not get into Southwest Louisiana for quite some time. Our area was without electricity for 11.5 days. Some areas for almost two months. We are in a logging town and thousands upon thousands of trees fell EVERYWHERE. I think the trees did more damage than the incredable winds. Four huge oak trees fell on top of my brothers home. During the disasters, my hubby and I, my neighbor and brother stayed in our home. It was like one big disaster slumber party for all 11.5 days. I had a Generac, they didn't. Because I had water, internet, wireless, electric, gas and food, suddenly I was the hero!!! They don't think I'm so nuts now!!! I think we have a lot of new preppers now too. LOL!!!

[@lindakean7392]

Curious how you cooked? Do you have a wood burning stove?

[@ndproducelady]

I keep old towels and old t-shirts for rags. Old shower curtains work for ground cover outside when hubby is working on the car. Old plastic table cloths work for floor covering when painting. I try to reuse when possible.

[@suemagyari2992]

Do not apologize for being prepared! So many people do not think a problem will ever occur. If we are wrong , it was an expensive hobby. If they are wrong, they starve or go without.

[@CcDecember-yq1nf]

Beautiful pantry! I use the smallest spare bedroom as our walk in pantry! I just started canning so I'm learning! I just canned chicken legs after I watched your video! My focus for canning has been meats! I think I beat you on the toilet paper. The last time I counted I think I had nearly 500 rolls! I stock food and toilet paper for my husband and I, my parents, my sisters and brother, one niece that lives nearly. No matter how much I've asked that they stock food it has fallen on deaf ears! Thank you for sharing!

[@heatherk8931]

I love the canned chicken, I get max packages, skinless breast, thighs, bone in legs. You can get tons in 1 quart!

[@nancymcclain6122]

Where I use to live I tried to talk to my neighbors about storing extra food and needed items. I tried to encourage them to grow some of their food. They all basically said if anything happens they would just come over to my house. I am now more careful about sharing about my pantry with others.

[@mollysmith6055]

Thank you, Leisa...I think your pantry is far superior to a Pinterest-Worthy one. Those mostly wouldn't feed their respective family's for more than a week or two at most. Yours shows dedication, hard work, planning and the love you have for your family.

[@Imjetta7]

Keep the sewing machine! When (not if) the world melts down, you'll be able to sew; consider it part of your preps. :)

[@alicemccain585]

Well!! It's Feb. 2023 and I don't tell you things haven't gotten better. I enjoyed looking at your pantry. I started my pantry in 2022. I needed to see what a real storage looks like! I feel better about my progress! Thanks for sharing! I feel so much better! I am smiling now!

[@SuttonsDaze]

It looks completely different now, literally stacked to the rafters, but it takes time and persistence. You've got this

[@alicemccain585]

I thank you for your help and insight. God bless you.

[@juliewilson1396]

Leisa would you consider doing an updated pantry tour? This was great (I’ve watched it a couple times). I’d love to see it now!

[@carolynsinyard1306]

My pantry is growing every week and I am loving the fact that we will not be out of the major items that we will need to survive during a crisis.

[@littleurbanhomestead818]

I agree with you creating a pantry will take years. You also learn so much about what you do and don't use. When I shop now its not during winter so during the warmer weather when I do shop at least a third of what I buy is just to back fill my extended pantry. Unlike you I only stock to last 3 months to a year, depending on what it is. Most people here in the UK do not stock a pantry they are too used to going the supermarket at least once a week, which to me is living hand to mouth I want some security. Due to the lockdowns last year a lot of people here in the UK have reconsidered their thoughts. As my extended pantry shares the room with my sewing stuff I get to spend hours a week up there.

[@angelas_pantry_obsession]

I love spending time in my pantry. Early mornings before everyone wakes I'm in there starting bread, taking inventory, starting extracts or ferments. I love my pantry that we have worked so hard on. It's been a long time in the making but the last year and a half has been more purposeful on keeping a stock of items we use. Thanks for sharing your pantry 😊

[@debbiealtman5373]

You know something? My ex and I had a mobile home. It was a double wide small 1200 - 1300 Square feet or so and had like 2 dining rooms one on each side of kitchen. Any how there was a nook on one side and I kept totes there with food. And baking in this tiny, tiny floor to ceiling cabinet . I hid the totes under the nook by the back door, which was a patio door where the laundry room was. Did not have a laundry room just a closet. But, all I’m saying is I made it work for storing food.

[@shodson314]

NEVER sell the treadle!!!.....unless it’s to me🤣

[@_Shonda_]

I have to agree with S Hodson. Never sell it. It will come in handy. I have 3 so that I have parts if I need to fix the working one.

[@colleenrichpickett8825]

Love the pantry your. Mine is a spare bedroom also. I sit in mine often, it's a beautiful thing.

[@mommagator9899]

I'm glad that you stressed the fact that it has taken you YEARS to get your pantry to this point. A well stocked and used pantry is a long term commitment and labor of love.

[@bethh4591]

Amazing! I'm so glad you shared. I have my own grocery store as well. It's my happy place. I can't thank you enough for what you do. I don't think you realize what an impact you have on all of us. You gave me the courage to start canning. When we go out to eat, all I do is add up how many pints of ugly chicken I could have put up on my shelves for the cost of that meal. My man just laughs. He gets me.

[@nestpeeper]

Hmm maybe a bunk bed. Reinforce the top bunk for your thrive boxes, and your guests can tuck in on the bottom.

[@SuttonsDaze]

Now that's an idea I can work with..ol

[@roxannesears7878]

And air mattress is a good option for getting rid of a b6ed that is used very little. For about $80 you can get a queen sized one. I do that and my guests are just fine with sleeping in the living room on it. I often give up my room to guests and sleep on the air mattress myself. Comfy. Just a thought if you need more space in your room.

[@itsallperfectlynormal9805]

They make shelving units that go over things like appliances, etc. You could put one over the sewing machine. It wouldn't be a muscle rack and would need to be tethered to the wall, but it would maximize the vertical storage space over the machine.

[@SuttonsDaze]

Oooh this video is so old.

[@DianaCollander]

I had a small bedroom that I used and I called it Mom's Mart! Living with my daughter now and we have a good start on a decent size pantry. Well worth the peace of mind it provides.

[@Yoda63]

Sweet baby rays now makes sugar free bbq sauce, I really like the “sweet and spicy” variety!

[@dsr8223]

That is the best thing I've heard today! I just Googled the nutrition label, and it's 4 carbs per serving (2 Tbsp) vs. 16 carbs for the regular. I'll keep my eyes peeled for it in the stores. Thanks!

[@Yoda63]

@@dsr8223 it’s hard to find but worth it, it’s the best no sugar added sauce I’ve found

[@kimeverhart6253]

Oh boy!!!🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@dsr8223]

@@Yoda63 it will probably be as hard to find as canning lids, LOL!

[@potpourrioflife]

Leisa, have you thought of getting bed risers? They would lift the bed up and you could then store the totes. If hubby is handy and work with wood, he could build one possibly. Beautiful storage!!

[@yarnprepper]

I read canned pumpkin is good to have in hand if your dogs get sick.

[@playinatlife5845]

I was just thinking this morning how handy it is when you have to bring a dish to an event but already know you have all the ingredients on hand so there won't be any last minute, rushed trip to the grocery store. I've only been at this since the beginning of last year, but I look at what I already have and think of how much money I've saved. I love that I canned so much ugly chicken at last years prices and vacuum packed and froze so much of the precooked bacon from Costco! My family looked at me sideways. Oh well! I've easily saved $100 in those 2 items alone.

[@theIAMofME]

@playinatlife I have wondered about the precooked bacon at Costco. What is the normal shelf life for it and does it go passed it??? If so, how far passed the BBD did you use it?

[@playinatlife5845]

@@theIAMofME The package I have in the refer was purchased last month and the use/freeze by date is next month. My experience is that it's good for months in the refrigerator. I haven't actually kept track, but I have used the Hormel brand precooked bacon after it's been in the refrigerator for 3 or 4 months without any change in appearance, texture, or taste. I do microwave it for 30 sec to 1 minute to get it crisp. Maybe one of the reasons it lasts so long is that it's sugar cured. When vacuum packing it for freezing, I transfer the meat (not the parchment paper) to a vacuum bag. I expect it to be good for years in the freezer in the vacuum bags.

[@theIAMofME]

@@playinatlife5845 Thank you!! Good to know!

[@lindabair2676]

I started my pantry storage years ago while listening to Glenn Beck . I love yours & mine as well. It's all about being prepared ,protected & provided for. Thank you Lisa 😊

[@RandeT73]

Pantry goals for sure. I gotta little bit of pantry envy, but its all good, keeps me motivated. I've told my husband this is my goal. What outside people don't see is you guys do have 3 grands that you do give to. Our big pantry rack in our room because our room is typically the coldest room in the house. Kids came to me last week and said ma we're OUT of mayo. I laughed and said NOPE, look under the end table. Sure enough 2 big jugs of mayo and 1 Miracle Whip. If we get ice (which is normal for my area of NC) we're not going anywhere till its gone. I'm learning to not being nice. I tell my friends hurricanes or other bad storms are coming and to prepare in plenty of time. If they don't not my problem anymore. I have to worry about our 5. If my mom moves out here then I will prepare for 6.

[@marieparks5674]

Love your pantry. I’m older,76, but I encourage all my friends to stock up. Even if we can get out, it might not be safe or easy to do so. Not having to leave our house might be critical. Some do stock, some refuse to listen but I try

[@rubycrisp761]

I cook my pasta and then dehydrate it and use my Food Saver to seal them in canning jars....just add hot water and pasta is rehydrated within 15-20 minutes!!

[@sabrinaqualley5743]

I sold my grandmother's 1940's era Singer sewing machine/cabinet and, even though I still don't feel like I have the space for it, I do regret letting it go. However, if you do decide to sell your treadle machine, I'm sure you can find someone who will absolutely treasure it.

[@allioakley3372]

I like how you put the piece of paper with the name of the item under the jars. So simple yet so efficient

[@Sarah.E.Johnson]

Your hard working pantry is a thing of beauty! All I see is potential. I wish everyone understood how good it feels to have the security of being well stocked. I can’t imagine being without my back ups to my back ups!

[@kmiller6002]

Oh and DEFINITELY Keep the sewing machine ☺️💯💯💯💯💯

[@nataliewyant348]

Thank you for sharing your pantry. I am so relieved to see someone else has one like me that is not pintrest ready. Mine is very similar only in our basement

[@marianneb.7112]

"Ketchup is Important to Me" would make a funny t-shirt. Thanks for the tour, and for sharing your knowledge! Blessings to you!

[@Durndunchi]

Yes Ma'am, crazy times we are in right now. Your pantry is so organized!! Thanks so much for sharing.

[@lesliepierson5207]

You have an amazing pantry. There are only two of us however my Son, DIL, & Granddaughter live 3.5 miles away. My DIL does not cook, so if SHTF they will come here and I’ve agreed to this. Leisa you are a true inspiration.❤️

[@jeanninebooth6415]

When there is no electricity you will appreciate having the sewing machine! Have you added more support to the floor for all the weight? I remember when I put in my home they asked me if I had and rooms or areas where I needed to do that...they said even for a fish tank.

[@rosierose7863]

That's how I feel about my pantry, I'll just sit in there and look around, giving my self a good pat! There's a sense of calm in there, Thanks again for sharing your pantry! 😊😍🤗🤗

[@reesewhitt5495]

Yes, we love a tour. I understand your reluctance and do appreciate you doing it. Thanks! I’m have anxiety looking at how these can all fall and crash. I’m guessing you don’t have earthquakes there?! We have extra wood strips to hold our jars. Love the thermometer. Well done.

[@SuttonsDaze]

You are so welcome!

[@C2yourself]

The Thrive retirement plan is very smart, very smart👍

[@elizabethshaw734]

I have had a few people grocery shop from my pantry because they really needed it and I had it. :-)

[@danniemcdonald7675]

I loved the tour and I appreciate your willingness to share with us. Y'all have put in a lot of time and effort and it will be worth it later also.

[@susannminall7456]

Thank you for the pantry tour. It helped me realize places where I'm a little shy and where I can improve.

[@sheilafoster6383]

Your pantry looks like mine would’ve looked if I hadn’t had to move three times but now I’m stable and building it back up

[@lindarussell1932]

We grew up canning and filling the basement shelves with canned food. Family of 8. I still do it. Your pantry is a life security for you to have and share!!❤️🙏😖

[@puirYorick]

Never thought I'd watch an entire Pantry Tour or find it this interesting. Aside from a couple of (potentially) slow turnover items in plastic containers (detergent and cleanser type stuff) I see nothing of concern in how you've done your pantry. I agree about the commercially made rack organizer gizmos. They're not really an improvement over DIY and not worth the cost or space. That pedal sewing machine is a treasure when the electricity is gone. Selling it would be a regret I think. Thanks for the tour.

[@patrice3603]

You have a very well stocked pantry. I keep a well stocked pantry because I have limited mobility and health issues so I try not to go out in bad weather.

[@artfuldodger870]

Wow...that's IMPRESSIVE!!! That was A LOT of work!! I'm in the middle of moving and just packed up my food storage...incognito for the movers😉What a JOB! Only a fraction of what you have & this grandmother is pooped! Love your channel!!❤️

[@sallyellis4361]

You’re pantry looks great, my family thinks I’m nuts, I don’t buy much if anything for me because I’m focused on the pantry items, living in town makes everyone think everything is in the stores around the corner, that’s not the point, point is what if there is nothing to shop for, I rotate much as I can aside from long term. You’re right it dosent happen overnight, it’s taken me a few years just to get where my pantry is and still need things, I also do it for my kids wether they believe me or not, I do the best I can, money doesn’t grow on trees, other things to pay for but I always buy something for pantry regardless, everyone is like we don’t need that why you buying it, eeerrrrggghhhh, but I do it all anyway, my storage area is in different places where I have room, great pantry tour, yes, sitting and knowing what you accomplished to provide is a satisfying thing! Great job Leisa, thks for sharing❤️❤️❤️

[@diannamc367]

Thank you Leisa. I understand the angst of showing your pantry and you should never do so if it worries you. Just know that we do appreciate the ideas and the beauty of all that organization! 😍😊😊😊

[@happydays1336]

I've gotten my dogs to stop being afraid of thunder, lightening and fireworks by giving them a single Cheerio every time there's a loud noise. It only takes a few times to desensitize your dogs. You have to sit right by them when doing this. Your dogs will quickly associate scary noises with treats and cuddles and will stop being afraid. We had a dog we got at an older age who was very skittish at first. She didn't like loud kitchen noises so I purposefully dropped unbreakable things like muffin tins on the floor. It only took a few times to desensitize her to these noises. Single Cheerios are a dog owner's friend!

[@arch1752]

Please keep the sewing machine, you may need it and it was your mothers request , I think you may regret it . Pantry is great and very inspiring xxxx

[@danniemcdonald7675]

Have you thought about getting an air mattress/bed and then you can get rid of the bed? The air bed can be stored in a closet (in another room if needed) and brought out as necessary. They come in all sizes.

[@pamelaaverill1608]

Just fyi, yum yum sauce is just mayo mixed with Sriracha. Love your pantry

[@ld9060]

I threw out the bed frames and box springs and put my long term buckets under the mattress, perfect base for a pantry bed :)

[@heathermichelle8187]

Great northern beans are fabulous in white chicken chili.

[@sheba5203]

If you haven't stored anything under the bed, that's a good hiding spot for more food items or whatever you need to keep low. There's a lot of room under that bed.

[@squirrelcovers6340]

I made our guest room bed frame out of 2x12's with 1x4 slats to secure the plywood base. Painted it black. Holds a TON of long-term preps and it's inconspicuous. #10 Mountain House when it was $20😉

[@jingles.1228]

I was so glad to come across this video. I don't have a home right now and am self-isolating at work, so there really is no place for me to store anything; however, I have the idea that I may get a storage unit (climate controlled) so that I can start stocking things up. Now, I have started prepping a little, by getting together a one-week supply of food. I started it about 3 months ago and am almost done with that. After I finish the one-week supply, I will move on to a month's supply. That is the only way I can tackle it without it over-whelming me, and again, I have to find creative ways to store just the one-week supply alone. Before I start on the one-month supply, I will have to rent the storage unit in order to have a place to put it. One of the reasons this video was helpful to me, is the fact that you are using a bedroom as your storage place. That is so very encouraging to me because it lets me know that in looking for a place to live, this is something I can keep in mind - in terms of storage. It's a very clever idea and something I would not have thought about on my own. Thank you for what you do!

[@barbarafowler6581]

Might want to consider that renting a store unit to store food might not be ideal situation. You have to consider the cost of the food and that it could very well be lost if for some reason you could not keep up with the storage cost and then having no where to move it to. If you are looking to food storage to save money, then you may not really be saving enough to justify paying for storage.

[@jingles.1228]

@@barbarafowler6581 great point. Thank you for sharing.

[@lindakean7392]

@@jingles.1228 While that's true, if supply chain issues increase there will be no food available. You need to store at least a few 5 gal buckets to get you through for awhile.... You'll needs gallons of water to go with it. Maybe you know someone who has a basement they would let you put them, at least if you were unable to keep up the storage unit costs. You could barter some food for the free space.

[@jeanniemacadams7983]

Better than money in the bank!

[@milliealger3539]

Your pantry is beautiful!

[@kimeverhart6253]

Your pantry is KILLER!! Aren’t you just so proud!! I’m just a tad jealous! I have my little pantry stocked to the gills but don’t really have a big room like you do and I think it is just SO GREAT!!🤩🌟🌟🌟 Thanks for sharing!!😁

[@debbiecurtis4146]

Thank you for showing us your wonderful stock of food and supplies! I also appreciate your mentioning getting older and having that food security. Through the years, I've had economic setbacks from getting hurt at work, and could always turn to my pantry of home canned goods. I may have had to pay the electric bill with a credit card to get by, but there was an entire summer where all I bought at the grocery store was milk, and dog and cat food. And the horses could get by mostly on grass.

[@RCPrepping]

My walk-in pantry is a bedroom right off of the kitchen. Can goods and dry goods.

[@dEEmARIE-]

Thank you so much for sharing. You make a difference in our lives

[@_Shonda_]

I love your pantry! We are also in the process of converting a bedroom into a pantry. I call it “using my house wisely”. This is a small house and storage is a problem. And what is wrong with your pantry? Is soothes my inner crazy. All the faces of the products are facing foreword, it makes sense according to need and ease of work. This is a Pinterest pantry because it is smart, useable, and organized! I will mail you a doily so you can hang it off a rack to meet the frilly demand of the “perfect pantry”. 🤣

[@SuttonsDaze]

Baaahahahaha.

[@anitawitt84]

Thanks for sharing. I agree that “Pinterest worthy” is a waste of time and mental energy. Functional storage is the goal. And, yes, keep the sewing machine. As soon as the weather turns, I’m going to get the surface rust off grandma’s & take the electric conversion off of it.

[@danidunavant6978]

I would like to know more about Thrive Life Milk and how it compares to things like Nido that Walmart carries. I use powdered milk in recipes for things like pancake mix, gravy mixes, etc. I have been trying to stock Nido since I'm not a fan of the regular skim powdered milk that the grocery stores carry. Maybe a future video on this would be helpful? Thanks for the tour. I'm wishing I had a spare room to dedicate to a pantry......maybe someday! Thanks

[@kmiller6002]

Thank You for sharing your pantry with us Leisa, I live alone and am doing everything I can to build mine to that point, so that I don't have to worry about my daughter and the Very few friends that come to my home. I can imagine how scary ( so to speak) to show that was with the world being as it is. But it made me realize some areas I'm lacking in, so once again Thank You. Everyone stay safe and God Bless you and your family from middle GA 🙏 Kendra

[@ConnieSmith-p3p]

What a helpful video! I have a lot of good ideas now, for storage as well as items that I need to stock but hadn’t thought of. Genius..

[@elizabethleedy4386]

Your pantry is wonderful! Thank you for sharing with a tour! With just my husband and I, I thought we were going overboard on our preparations. I don’t think so now. We will eat it eventually, or share it with our son and his family. It has been so nice at times not to have to worry about the store when funds are low. Blessings.

[@leezaphillips8360]

I’m just beginning on mine. I feel I’m late in this but got to start somewhere. Thank you for the tour. It’s great. 💝

[@lisawoods9391]

Thank you leisa, I know that you had to think about sharing this with us. It means a lot that you did. :) I'm in the process of getting mine done. Because of YOU, I have learned so much about what goes into one, and just to keep adding to it. . It's taken me almost 2 yrs, but I'm getting there, ONE canning session at a time! lol

[@Favorite-catNip]

Thx. L. For expressing some of your concerns. This is normal to provide info. To others who may not see an need or have immediate food concerns. Being prepared is a part of human survival. Thx. For sharing your hard work & expertise. Food is necessity & important facet in all lives. I'm glad for your open candice info.

[@mommasnider1774]

So happy you do this. You are my canning lady role model

[@SuttonsDaze]

You are sweet to say so.

[@sherryschneider323]

My grown kids like to shop in my pantry. I’m happy to let them!

[@vickytooley5945]

You always have so many great ideas and helps. Using a spare room is a wonderful idea. I have learned a lot from you and others in your group. Thank you🥰

[@meaniebeavers1112]

I moved in with my daughter so under my bed is nothing except my home canned goods. I made a chart so I know which row to pull out from under there. My son built me shelves that cover half a wall under window for the rest of jars and my freeze dried cans. I covered them with pretty tapestry. One of my end tables is four buckets of preps with table cloth over it. The rest is store goods that I boxed and put in a climate controlled storage unit. My daughter found room in corner behind couch for things to rotate into cabinet, she likes having the extra here and has helped me.

[@sonjamccart1269]

I can't, at the moment, get my little old lady 14 year old cat to eat just dry, and I am working full time so no time for making my own catfood, but she eats the canned friskies "gravy" meals from Sam's. I just buy 2-3 cases at a time, so currently I have three cases and that is enough for about 5 months. I have chickens and other items to make my own cat food if things get crazy. What we do for our pets....

[@SW-su5ho]

We used to pour the canned tuna or chicken water over the dry cat food. The cats ate it up! Otherwise they stuck their nose up at the dry food.

[@lindakean7392]

@@SW-su5ho They need the water anyway so..... good idea.

[@Michelle_Myers]

Looks awesome! It’s given me great ideas on how to organize my pantry! Thank you for sharing your pantry with us! ❤️❤️

[@2ponshomeplace132]

I love this video. I have now watched it 7 times and planning my new shelves to MAKE MORE ROOM FOR CANNING. I love her advice. ❤

[@UrbanHomesteadMomma]

Love your use of a spare bedroom as a pantry. We don’t have a spare bedroom so it’s in the basement… it works… things get dusty though. But I just clean everything off before I open it 🤷‍♀️

[@marysewitsky4823]

Not hoarding, called being prepared. I was a Girl Scout and had a dad who was prepared. Awesome

[@janeclay1917]

I agree. It’s hoarding if you’ll never use it, but buy it anyway. After the first lockdown in the UK, I got 5 bags of pasta from someone who said “none of us like pasta”! You are well prepared.

[@pamt3915]

Shetler’s Catalog has canning jar lids on its download brochure. Shetler’s is popular with the Amish community. The prices are reasonable & you can buy in bulk.

[@venicemitchell1407]

Can you give the website? Thx

[@audreynanapreps2543]

I learned on a treadle and I keep mine for grid down

[@ljtminihomestead5839]

Leisa, good to see it's not all canned foods. I have both cans and what I can....I was feeling I haven't canned enough..... no pantry is pinterest beautiful, those are unrealistic...Your pantry is realistic! Ttired of beautiful pantries!!!basket beautiful does not work, period! Full shelves are a thing of beauty no matter what!

[@SnowGardener]

Just saw your pantry tour from 2018 and I am here for the update! So excited to see your not Pinterest worthy pantry!! I had to come in here and edit my comment...I think your pantry is Pinterest worthy! What an amazing pantry!!

[@marysewitsky4823]

Relatives made fun of our TP, until they couldn’t get it but we had it.🤣

[@meganperria1529]

Thank you!! Pantry tours are my favorite!

[@SuttonsDaze]

Glad you like them!

[@thaisking2485]

That is a beautiful awesome pantry! Great job 👍

[@kb6lcw99]

Thank you for sharing your pantry. And NO, I will not be coming to your place if SHTF. Your working pantry is a great retirement tool! So is mine. God Bless you. Scott

[@conniegwyer4580]

How beautiful!! Going to be losing my job in few months. I need to stock shelfs like these with everday items. Love looking at my canning goods & so glad been doing that.

[@janeimmens2731]

So many great ideas. I live alone, but try to keep extra items on hand. Thanks for new things to think about!

[@janesmith5871]

It's not 'A lot'. It's perfect!

[@marysewitsky4823]

Awesome pantry. Thanks for the great tour. We are working on ours

[@gloriahopper6289]

Great looking pantry, you should be proud providing for you and your family. I am getting there one shopping trip at a time and with this year's garden harvest.