Everyday Organizing

So I am still working on my kitchen, mostly, although other things are happening in the process. (I'm also working on the patio as weather permits, and the office when I can't get to anything else.) I already mentioned that I was a huge fan of vertical storage. Then I found this which freed up an enormous amount of room.   In 9 inches of space, I was able to fit two large Corning Ware pans, two matching Corning Ware lids, and two other pots with lids. I like it because it is sturdy and adjustable. I had to play around with it to get it to hold the most stuff, but this is a purchase I'm really happy with.

I watched my mother struggle for years with pot lids and Corning Ware (pulling a whole stack out at once to get the one item she needed). I did the same thing because I didn't know any better. Then I discovered the joy of storing things on edge, and now I'm a huge fan. What do I mean by storing things on edge? This! And here's how I did it, with this handy item . It expands to fit the space available, and the dividers are adjustable and very sturdy. In addition, the dividers are coated with plastic, so nothing gets scratched up. It's not just for pots and pans, as you might imagine. I have several that store all kinds of items. It's a great way to maximize space because you can use every vertical inch of space you have.