You know them for their mason jars, but Ball is also a player in the pantry organization game. They boast several pantry product lines, from their new stack and store jars to containers with secure latching lids, and they’re sharing the blueprints for your perfect pantry, created in collaboration with DIY, home design, and organization expert Kim Bui. “Pantry organization can be time-consuming and exhausting, and people often don’t know where to start,” Kate Carpenter, brand director for Newell brands, shares with The Spruce. “Pantry organization should be easy and maximize the space they have, whether their pantry is big enough to walk into or is just a few shelves above the sink.” We connected with Ball’s product and organizational experts to get their organizational tips below to create your perfect pantry—and be warned, you might want to dive into your pantry and start decanting. “While having a closet pantry is ideal for extra space, it can be difficult to organize items most efficiently,” she notes. Using the blueprint above simplifies the process, and here’s how: For this pantry, Carpenter most recommends their stack and store jars that nestle perfectly together—they’re beautiful and functional, perfect for an Instagram-worthy closet pantry. “With multiple shelves within the cabinet pantry, we designed this blueprint to have dry goods (rice, pasta) on the top shelf with more frequently-used essentials (cereal, oatmeal, snacks, and grab-and-go favorites) at eye-level, so they are easily accessible,” Carpenter says. Any jars that latch to close are perfect for staying fresh in a pantry. Plus, the cohesive, uniform look is just right for a streamlined, tidy pantry. For this blueprint, we see that the lower shelves can hold everyday essentials like breakfast items, coffee, and snacks. On the upper shelves are less frequently used items, like dry goods: protein powder, flour, pasta, and rice—all decanted in gorgeous jars. You can even include dressier lids, like the wooden ones below, for a more refined look to your open shelving.
Clear, airtight containers like Ball’s make it easy to see what is inside—go for these as opposed to containers that are opaque, as you’ll likely forget what you have.These containers not only elevate the space, but can also keep your products fresher longer.Maximizing use of vertical space to make it easier to find what you’re looking for.
Editor’s note: The writer received some product samples for editorial consideration, but all opinions are her own.
