Clean, Organize and Fill my Homestead PANTRY with Me!

[@juliedayton8754]

It is extremely refreshing to see that other folks have "normal" looking living spaces. Like you, it does give me a huge sense of peace whenever things are organized. I fail more at this than I like. Life continues & we just do our best not to miss it as it happens My favorite part of this video is seeing you store up necessary things for long term/emergency situations. Not many in your age group recognize the importance of doing that. Of all the things needed in this life...wisdom is paramount. Well done, sweet sister 👏👏

[@antonio83]

Hi Kelsey, you have the sweetness and serenity that only people of faith can have. I'm sure you are a good person and brighten the life of all the people around you. Thank you for giving us a little window into your beautiful life.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

☺️ Thank you for these kind words, Who I am is definitely because of Jesus 🤍 I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment, it means so much, blessings 🤍🤍🤍

[@sherrymahsburn4317]

I just love how real you are. We battle this while preserving. We're not just gardening,preseving and putting up. It is alot of hard work. And all reality, we cannot clean like this often. We are too busy

[@karenm7433]

Kelsey - use up your canned carrots by draining them and adding them to a blender with applesauce and ripe bananas to make fruit leathers. I like to add a vegetable to my fruit leathers and carrots or squash work well. My kids don't even notice.

[@jenniferr2057]

Yep. That's my life. Stuff in the way of our stuff.

[@nancysadewater964]

I grew up in a home that used a coal furnace and to help with the coal dust on the canned goods we tacked up old sheets to the fronts and sides of the canning shelves and let them hang almost to the floor, overlapping the opening so we could easily access them and that helped. I grew up on a food stand farm, we canned everything, lol.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

That is a fantastic idea! Next time I’m at the surplus store I might pick up a few flat sheets. Thanks so much!

[@cajunthibs]

Long live the DVD racks! Great organization ideas!

[@debbiekiehl9166]

Hi Kelsey, I'm a brand new subscriber and I'm SO happy to have found your channel. Thanks for representing womanhood and Christianity so beautifully. You are a blessing!

[@Barbara-jd2sk]

What a sweet busy time of organizing your pantry. Gave me lots of new ideas. Thank you. I am at this moment putting some of those ideas to good use. Thank you again.

[@jackiegagne2625]

Suggestion: Carrot and ginger soup! Noticed your jarred carrots and thought they would make a great autumn soup with a loaf of glutin free bread.

[@saragossify]

A strong citric acid cleaner will take that off. It looks like thick acrylic. Citric acid cleans acrylic really well. Great video! I hope you’re feeling better.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Ohh ok! I’ll try that. Thank you so much, I’m doing better ☺️🤍

[@christinecrowley7132]

I remove water stains with ashes and water made into a paste with a soft rag.

[@angiejohnson3565]

Looks awesome! I like how when it got late, instead of getting discouraged, you just cheerfully saved the rest for the next day. I also love your “introverted” t-shirt. So cute!

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

LOL thank you! I’m definitely an introvert but always willing to talk plants 😂 I do my best to not stress over things when they don’t go as planned but that’s most certainly a work in progress! Thanks for watching ☺️🤍🤍🤍

[@laureengetskow6579]

@@seedandsparrowhomestead Where did you get your introverted shirt? I love it!

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

@@laureengetskow6579 It was an Etsy Purchase about 3 years ago! I'm sure you can type in the saying on Etsy and you'll get a bunch of results :)

[@helenswanson1403]

Half the battle is getting started. Good job. Looks good.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

So true! That first step is always the hardest. Thanks for watching 🤍🤍🤍

[@dianegraydon1143]

Hi there from Ontario, Canada...your lovely channel just came up randomly on my feed last week...your content is great..I love the whole picture of garden to pantry and cooking..you present authentic and real...love the mess lol..today was an inspirational post for me..I have work to do in my home..I have subscribed and look forward to your next post

[@alexballinger]

Hi friend, I am new here, just a few videos in and wanted to say how peaceful and enjoyable I find your channel. :) Keep it awesome!

[@tammystewart7615]

You might try a magic eraser on the drip marks on the freeze dryer door.

[@HHeirloomIA]

If you can eat rice a good grain meal will grind rice for you. You might have to run it twice. Buckwheat and other grains should be able to go through a Grain Mill also

[@robingirven4570]

What a job well done! It looks wonderful. Relief, huh? I would put the less filled freeze dried jars in smaller jars. If you e got a 1/2 gallon jar a 1/3 full, I’d put into a pint jar with an OA and vac seal it. It’ll save space and stay “fresher”. I put my freeze dried stuff into the smallest jar that will work so the OA works better. Just a thought. 😊

[@karenpetrasovits7174]

Your pantry looks great! I do the same thing. I use what I have. The storage units or boxes don’t have to match. They just need to work.

[@Mell0113]

Hi try to use a little bit of natural soap and 91% alcohol in a spry bottle u can mix a bit water in as well should do the trick 😊

[@franward6851]

You may have already solved the drip marks but try can vinegar or CLR that will dissolve hard water marks. 👍

[@rhondalaflamme462]

Hi Kelsey, I like to suggest the idea of a clipboard at the end of shelves for tracking dates and supplies. It might mean another project I know time is valuable but may help for reference when you’re not feeling great. I enjoy your harvests and recipes and I hope you are feeling better in the future. Enjoy your day and family. Thanks for sharing.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

I need to make that happen! It would truly be so helpful. I must admit I’m not the most organized when it comes to inventory! I’m so glad you are enjoying, I appreciate it, thank you so much! 🤍🤍🤍

[@iartistdotme]

Pantry takes as much time as producing stuff to go into it! But once you finished it looks so full of potential meals - wonderful!

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

It sure does, but I find it so rewarding! Thank you ☺️

[@dorothy.e.d]

Your pantry looks great! I am very new to canning so I don't have much canned yet-- I will get there someday haha!

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Thank you! One day at a time ☺️🤍

[@maryglidden2943]

Wow Great job!

[@Sweettomatovine]

You did an awesome job sticking with the task to the finish. You have inspired me to tackle my pantry Thanks for sharing

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Thanks so much ☺️ that finished result is worth it! Now I want to use the stuff!

[@carahoglund5266]

Girl, I feel you. Nice to see someone else’s house and pantry looking like mine currently. Thanks for the inspiration to organize!

[@allisonkrohn5529]

Try using a magic eraser on the freeze dryer door to remove the water marks.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

I'll try that, thank you!!!

[@cherylpresleigh6403]

I’m pretty sure any home canner watching this video can relate to your comments about ‘shoving canned foods wherever you can find room, stacking them in corners, closets or shelves around the house’ in one way or another. The space turned out beautifully and how clever of you to repurpose the dvd shelves! I recently put our dvd’s and cd’s in books too and boy what a space saver. Our daughter came for a visit yesterday and she and my hubby harvested the potatoes while I worked on some other things in the garden. I’ve so enjoyed seeing the onions curing and now potatoes. How good to know you have food on the shelves to feed your family! We purchased a used freeze dryer that we still do not have hooked up because I’m still not finished converting my home office into a pantry. It’s been a much larger job than I expected as we prepare other space to move the office into, plus garden, preserve food etc etc. Because I work in the home office, I have to maintain the ‘office’ for computer purposes so I can’t just empty it etc. It’s been so busy in the garden and trying to stay on top of the harvest etc., the new pantry space keeps getting less of my time 🤦‍♀️. Seeing your pantry filled with beautiful jars of food is a good encouragement for me to keep going. It will be a little longer though because my 83 yr old mom is having surgery to remove cancer from her lung on Monday. I will be with her (right where I want to be) for a week or so but will get back to business in the new pantry when I’m back home. My hubby and daughter who comes to help regularly will manage things in the garden while I’m gone. Thank you for your gentle sweet spirit and the joy you bring to your videos! You are a blessing 🤗

[@erikalouwrens3992]

Great job, Kelsey! I would have been totally overwhelmed! ❤

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Welllll... I never said I wasn’t 😂 thanks for watching friend! 🤍

[@serobinson1]

When you preserve food, it takes up a lot of space and it can get cluttered. It’s always nice to do a refresh! Your pantry looks great . Can you tell me the amish store you go to? Those are great prices . I have a feeling you’re pretty close to my area. I’m in md

[@Jaynes-Path]

Have you tried freeze drying whole meals? For example, mac & cheese as you had some for a convenience. Someone I know will make 2 of a meal when cooking something that takes a while to prepare or cook and will freeze dry one in portions for a quick meal. Her husband likes peppers in his mac & cheese but her kids do not. She could freeze the leftovers for a future meal but it won't be a fast meal and they take up a lot of room in the freezer. She will freeze dry a portion and mark the outside of the mylar bag with how much boiling water to add along with what is inside. When her toddler is having a melt down and her daughter needs homework help while dad is working late she can grab mac & cheese for the kids and lasagna for herself and husband and dinner is both quick and easy and the ingredients are all of her own choosing. Have you tried acetone nail polish remover to remove whatever you wrote on your jar lid to reuse? Have you tried vinegar to clean the freeze dryer door? I think Becky at Acre Homestead used vinegar to clean hers when she went on vacation and came home to her freeze dryer covered in mold. YUCK!

[@Blessedmomma2015]

Thank you for the motivation to do some cleaning and organizing at my home too! I love your videos and always look forward to the new ones. 💜

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Oh I’m so glad it was a motivator! Sometimes all I need is to see someone else doing something and I get the itch to take on a project! I’m so happy you look forward to my videos! It means so much 🤍 blessings!

[@susanwilliams1881]

You àre doing greàt job

[@erinr86]

I love this! You’ve given me inspiration to grow my pantry and turn it into my grocery store. Your pantry looks great, all that’s missing is a cute sign that reads: Seed & Sparrow Food Market 😊. Thanks for a great video, have a blessed weekend friend! Erin ❤😊

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Oh how fun! I love to paint so I may make that a fall project! Have fun growing your pantry, I find it so enjoyable! Blessings to you as well 🤍🤍🤍☺️

[@louisefourie5846]

Very hard work. Keeping up with everything inside and out, being mom and a good wife

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Thank you so much, I find it to be the most rewarding kind of work ☺️🤍

[@rebeccadowhower2040]

Love your channel! Try a few drops of tea tree essential oils mixed with distilled water and vinegar for the water marks on your freeze dryer. We had an old fish aquarium that this mix removed the hard water stains within minutes. I sprayed it on, let it soak a few min, then wiped off with a paper towel. Good luck!

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Thank you for the idea! I’ll give it a go ☺️ I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment 🤍🤍🤍

[@christinehickey3679]

My space looks the same way. But I have to replace my shelving. So it all has to be emptied, new shelving put in and refilled. So all of the things I have been doiing its just sitting all over the floor. It's been to warm to do it and I am so behind. I need to power wash our deck and stain first! Husband is 90 years old, and can't do it anymore. So i i's all falling on me. It's very over whelming for sure.

[@susanbuckmaster2292]

Wow, great pantry, Kelsey! Lots of hard work to set that up and fill all those jars, boxes, and bins. It is beautiful!!! I did some of that when I was young and I loved having a stocked pantry. You are so wise to do this! It takes a lot of work to make it happen, and, like you said, it doesn't come together overnight. Having a full pantry will be a wonderful blessing to your family. It is a great investment to be prepared for taking care of yourself and your family. I loved watching you organize all the needful things. You remind me of all the things I used to do when I had a young family. Bless you on your endeavors!

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Thank you so much for these kind words! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. It’s a job I find most rewarding! Blessings to you 🤍

[@marieparks5674]

I see a lot of potential, doing a great job. You got more energy than me, I would use a duster and give them a once over but I do appreciate your effort

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Oh a duster would be great! I don’t own one but that would definitely speed it up and do the job! Thanks so much ☺️🤍

[@Sabrina1998]

Regarding your Harvest Right door and the streaks on it. Have you tried a brand new razor blade? I have a cleaning company and I use razor blades on those things all the time, of course use caution and be careful but usually that will take it off.

[@angelenerash5160]

Oh my goodness Kelsey, I love your shirt!! Same, friend, same 😁 Thank you for being real and showing the hot spots that start to develop in areas of our homes. I can imagine how good it feels to have that task done and off the to-do list!! Have a blessed weekend!

[@marjoryvick1179]

I have been watching farmhouse on boone and Jamerell Stewart and they were saying that MAYBE (she heard) that long fermented sourdough anything could be more tolerable for people with gut issues, glutten intolerence etc.... I do not know but might be worth a shot.

[@Godsplan89farmlife]

Way to go, girl ! Ya knocked it outta the park ! Thanks for the efforts....it was an encouragment to me to attack my own pantry !

[@lynsmith2698]

I just loved seeing your pantry. I was downstairs in mine today starting g to organize and clean up. But sadly I got side tracked and didn’t finish,,,😂 thank you for sharing 🌷🇨🇦

[@conniewach7872]

Everything looks great! I bet that was a lot of work.

[@kimwells7800]

I am fairly new to your channel and I love it. Your videos are very calming and peaceful even though at times, you may feel overwhelmed! 😊 For your dehydrator machine door, try using Dawn Powerwash. I have found this to bring out hard, stubborn stains on counter tops ( beet juice, blueberry juice). Just spray, let soak for a few minutes and wipe clean! 😊 Hope this helps!

[@gailharner1759]

Kelsey, you did an awesome job with cleaning and organizing your pantry items. I can sympathize with you about the coal furnace, we have one too. Way to stick with it to get it finished. It looks great! 😊

[@willothewispl]

I take everything out if tge paper boxes and put it in glasd jars or plastic buckets and cover it. Bugs and things like cardboard and paper.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Good thought! Thank you ☺️

[@willothewispl]

Even in my upstairs closets I try not to store any more paper and cardboard. Looks a bit better too. God Bless. ​@@seedandsparrowhomestead

[@LauPulstar]

hi kelsey. i love this kind of video because you get to see the whole result of your efforts in the garden and the kitchen. i dont know how you could clean that drip stain in the freezedryer but, if it cant come out, you could add some eyeballs and smile and you have a cute jelly fish drawing 😅

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Thank you so much, I’m glad you enjoyed! That’s a great idea😂 if all else fails might as well cover it with something fun or pretty! Blessings 🤍

[@victorharveu2890]

I am semi-new to your channel and must say that you do such a great job! You are fast becoming one of my favorites. Love all of your content so far. Looking forward to watching more of your videos.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Oh thank you so much! I appreciate these kind words, they’ve encouraged me. I’m so glad you’re enjoying! Blessings 🤍

[@yogininamaste]

New sub here. Wonderful and motivational, ready to work on my task. I like to tackle one project a day so it doesn't get overwhelming. Happy to fallow another sister in Christ . Grace and peace :)

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

I’m so glad you’re here. Thank you ☺️ That is a great way to stay on top of things! Blessings 🤍

[@autumnmiller5070]

Looks awesome!

[@willothewispl]

Maybe contact the makers of the freezedryer to find out what to use to clean the drips. God Bless.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

If everything else fails I just might 🤍🤍🤍thank you ☺️

[@ClaireForever1]

Have you tried a Mr Clean eraser on the front of your freeze dryer? I swear by them.

[@bearzhere]

I need to do this same thing! I did get the one part where we store potatoes and squash and a few buckets done but there is alot more to organize here! Looks fantastic! It always feels like such an accomplishment to get things back in order! Thanks for taking us along!

[@TravelWW4Less]

Thanks for the inspiration! I need to tackle this job at my house.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

You can do it! Thanks for watching!! 🤍

[@lisalandry4879]

Looks great! The chalk paint idea is brilliant.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Thanks so much! 🤍☺️

[@Homeinsteaders]

Have you tried the magic eraser? It will surprise you on how many things it removes. Just use it dry and it won’t scratch.

[@maryjomosley4030]

My pantry is currently piles of jars that need a home, but I don’t have room for all of it. We are finishing our basement right now and I decided to build a new pantry that Im sure I will wind up over filling at some point.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

I chuckled at the “I’m sure we will over fill it part” 😂 so relatable! Thanks for watching 🤍🤍🤍

[@Julie-ci9ve]

I just started this project yesterday. I had also been putting it off for way too long. I have a good inventory list, and a clear idea of what where I went wrong last year. Now I need to figure out ways to use up the 23 pints of applesauce nobody eats 😂

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

LOL relatable. I’m looking at some things thinking “man, I thought I was doing good using that up” until I find 10 more hidden 😂

[@Julie-ci9ve]

@@seedandsparrowhomestead pickles are my biggest problem. I don't know why I always make so many when I know we won't eat them all. I only planted 3 cucumber plants this year and vowed to make none. So far so good lol.

[@stephencameron1709]

Looks great!! Well done. Val C

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Thank you Val! 🤍🤍

[@rogamildien-fn3tf]

Hi I am new to home canning.thank you for all you teach. live in South Africa I have a question- I notice many homesteaders can using " Ball" brand for canning I have access only to "Mason" jars Is there a difference beteewn the 2? TIA❤

[@joelenehammers8486]

Those potatoes that got exposed to sunlight freeze dry in slices for scallop potato or instant potato . Or can potatoes foe soup stews or for mashed potatoes

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Oh good idea! I’m going to have to go through them and cut away as much green as I can though, they are some realllly green potatoes 😂

[@dankelly8632]

Question? Why are you removing the rings from the jar? New to channel & I am quite enjoying it. Cheers

[@lynettemunson7953]

I love the tag idea. I bought chalk labels and am not sure how they will hold up when I have to wash.❤

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Oh chalk labels sound cute! I’m loving the tags so far, easy to read and somewhat aesthetic. Thanks for watching 🤍☺️

[@HHeirloomIA]

Use that delish plum sauce with the wontons u make!! Or is it egg rolls? Dip em!

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Ohhh yes! That will definitely be happening!!

[@teresawebster3498]

They new set of wire shelves will not support a lot of canned jars. If you want to use those for full jars you should put plywood on them. I know this from personal experience. The shelves will start sagging.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Oh yes! I don’t plan on putting anything of great weight over there. It’s mainly for freeze dried food which is pretty weightless. Thanks for the tip though, if I ever need to put anything canned goods over there I know what to do! 🤍🤍🤍

[@Gretchen5010]

Another great video! You can try magic eraser on those marks on my freeze dryer

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Ohhh I have one of those, didn’t think about that! Thanks ☺️

[@lena4533-n7e]

Have you tried sourdough to see if you can tolerant it better? :)

[@RenitaKurtz]

Have you tried Norwex cleaning paste?

[@kdonor]

I suggest bar keeper's friend for your door.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Thank you!!!

[@susanjohnson2638]

Lysol toilet bowl cleaner will remove the water stains

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Thank you!!!

[@mybraxtonburns]

Regarding the drips on your freeze dryer door, have you tried ceramic cleaner for glass stove tops?

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Not yet! Thanks for the idea!

[@martinagass3214]

❤❤

[@KyHillbilly2010]

you can convert your 4 tray to a 5 tray. Just call the company.

[@MissGreenMadness]

Is there a recipe for canned homemade ketchup? When you were talking about sauces, I realized I haven't seen anyone take about that.

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

There sure is! A few tested ones I believe. I personally don’t can it because I’ve found they don’t taste anything like what you buy at the store and my kids are picky 😂 it’s also pretty time consuming to cook it down to the right consistency and a bit much work for the amount you get! You can check out balls website... freshpreserving.com and the nchfps site for some ketchup recipe if you don’t have the Ball books ☺️

[@shelliecummins5972]

Check put ruth zimmerman.. she was old order amish.. and her ketchup recipe is yummy

[@beekind1940]

I think Becky from Acre Homestead made some home made / canned ketchup last year. It did take quite a long time to cook down into the right consistency, but she had some ideas for doing it a bit differently next time. She says it turned out very delicious.

[@theresas709]

Did you try vinegar on the door?

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Not yet but I will! Thank you ☺️

[@HHeirloomIA]

me! U tried straight white vinegar? Or a magic eraser?

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

I’m gonna give it a shot, thank you!

[@caracoates4834]

How do you use your freeze-dry stuff in a normal routine?

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

Well I guess I think of them the same way I think of any canned item or frozen ingredient, except I account for extra time needed to rehydrate or extra liquid needed in a recipe, like a soup for example if I’m just going to throw them in from the bag. I do reach for things preserved in ways that go from most shelf stable to least. Frozen first, then canned and finally freeze dried, unless of course I only used one method to preserve the food I’d like to use. Hope that answered your question! Blessings 🤍

[@Thatsaritachick]

Maybe a magic eraser would get it off?

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

I’m going to try this! Thank you ☺️

[@hollyu48]

I have one that could use your attention.😄

[@seedandsparrowhomestead]

😂 mine gets out of control so quickly!

[@ann-mariegrey9775]

can you eat sour dough some people can

[@carolynrandle5454]

Talk to brandy psi.she has celiac disease.

[@karenpage9383]

Cleaning the door: Try in this order... vinegar, Everclear or similar high proof alcohol, and if those don't work order yourself some Novus 1 plastic polish (Novus 2 is a scratch repair, should you ever need it too), but then follow up the Novus with the vinegar and Everclear to remove any residue. Works like a charm! I use Novus on all my acrylic stuff, regardless of how thick. And I know you want to go through this elimination diet in the way it was set out for you, but Sue Becker of Bread Beckers would say that home milled breads will be what heals you. Her background is as a certified nutritionist, and she has a way of explaining the healing properties and components of whole, fresh milled grains that may encourage you to test the waters. You can always sprout the grains before milling if you are worried about the phytic acids. Before I forget, you can get stickers off Amazon that are disolvable and they fit canning lids perfectly (though you could stick it to the glass too)! I use them on lids that have previously been used for canning but are now being repurposed for storage or for my freeze dried foods we have out for snacking. I haven't gotten a good grip on my long term freeze dried foods yet, but I'm trying to pick up used filing cabinets as I saw in a FDing group online that an upright metal filing cabinet works great for foods in mylar. Right now mine are all in totes but there is no organization. Hubby wants them stored so that 3 days worth of food (protein, veggies, fruits, dairy) are in a tote together in case of emergencies (ours or someone we want to help). But I agree with you about sorting like things together for ease of finding them again! *sigh* Pros and cons to everything! It was motivating to watch you straighten this kind of stuff out as I need to revamp my canning stuff too. Wish I would have watched early in the morning instead of late at night!!! LOL