Who doesn’t love the look of an organized pantry? Matching food storage containers paired with equally aesthetic pantry labels are the vision of Pinterest perfection many of us hope to one day achieve. But while they might be an organization lover’s dream in theory, those labels aren’t always practical. Perhaps you’re constantly swapping out pantry…
A Simple Swap
So, what’s this easy hack, you ask? It’s very simple: Use a chalk marker. Rather than investing in overpriced, fancy-looking labels, reach for a chalk marker to label your food storage containers.
The Best (and Easiest) Way To Label Food Containers
To use a chalk marker to label containers, start with a clean, dry surface. If the marker is new, you might need to press it down a few times on a hard surface to get the ink flowing. Once it’s ready, you can write directly on the food container.
Why You Should Opt for Markers Over Labels
Chalk markers are incredibly easy to use. Just give them a shake, pop off the cap, and label to your heart’s content. You can get a classic white, or opt for more colorful labeling with a vibrant marker pack or one with more subdued (but still striking) vintage-inspired colorways.
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And let’s not forget the best part about using chalk markers over traditional labels: the cleanup, or rather, the lack thereof. Chalk marker easily comes off with a damp cloth or when the food containers run through the dishwasher. (Note: For effortless removal, chalk markers should only be used on nonporous surfaces such as plastic, glass, glazed ceramic, and stainless steel.)
This makes reusing the containers — whether for the same item or something else — significantly easier. And who wouldn’t want that?
