It’s remarkably easy for a kitchen to fall into disarray. The speed of the mess is almost impressive. Thankfully, there are many ways to get your space back in shape, whether it’s narrowing down what you can declutter or switching up your organization system. If your spice collection is adding to the chaos, we have…
How a Picture Frame Can Double as a Spice Rack
A picture frame might be the last thing you’d expect to use for spice organization, but it’s a surprisingly simple solution. All you need are a few 7-by-5-inch borderless photo frames from Dollar Tree. The exact number will depend on the size of the drawer you’re using to house the spices; it’s a good idea to create a blueprint of the drawer using parchment paper to bring to the store or refer to when ordering online.
After removing the packaging and inserts, position the first picture frame at the back of an empty drawer with the L-shaped base against the back wall, allowing the frame portion to slant down toward you. The photo frame shouldn’t sit flush with the bottom of the drawer; there should be a wedge-shaped gap underneath it. Create rows by resting the base of each new frame at the bottom of the “ramp” behind it. Continue adding frames until you’ve filled the drawer or created enough slanted surfaces to house your spice collection. Arrange your spices on the tiers based on how often you use them or even alphabetically.
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Custom In-Drawer Storage
At just $1.25 per frame, this hack is a budget-friendly way to get organized. It’s significantly cheaper than purchasing a designated in-drawer spice rack and offers far more versatility. Since you can use either horizontal or vertical acrylic frames — and tailor them to your specific drawer sizes — you aren’t limited by the set size or shape of a premade organizer. The smooth acrylic finish also makes the frames easy to clean. Simply wipe them down with a damp cloth if your spices get a little messy.
