The kitchen is probably the hardest working space in your house. And that’s why it’s so important to have an organized pantry! Here are easy organizing ideas for your pantry–no matter how big or small it is.


Having an organized pantry in your kitchen will make everything run smoother so you can get dinner on the table and snacks in your kids’ hands as quickly as possible.
I’ve gathered 14 awesome pantry organization ideas to help inspire you to make the most of your pantry. Whether you need ideas for organizing an awkward pantry closet, want pantry container inspiration, or need a solution to organizing pantry staples when you don’t have an actual pantry in your house, I’ve got you covered!
Looking for more kitchen organizing ideas? Take a look at these blog posts:
- How To Organize Spices (And The Best Glass Spice Jars!)
- How To Organize Your Small Pantry
- How To Organize Kitchen Drawers
- 4 Quick Steps To Organize Your Tupperware Drawer
- How To Make Pretty Pantry Labels With Cricut Vinyl
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Pantry Organization Ideas
The kitchen is probably the hardest working space in your house. Here are easy organizing ideas for your pantry--no matter how big or small it is.
Design A Pantry That Functions Best For Your Family
A key takeaway from The Zhush is remaining flexible about moving things around in your pantry. Check out their tips for how to select containers and how to maximize space!
Keep Things Easy To Grab In A Walk-In Pantry
This walk-in pantry is organized according to how often things are accessed and WHO is accessing them. Notice how the cereal and snacks are at kid-height while baking ingredients are higher up?
Declutter Your Pantry With The KonMari Method
When it comes to organizing your pantry, always start by decluttering your food! I shared some awesome pantry decluttering tips in this post. The steps work for any size and style of pantry and will help you get everything organized.
Add IKEA Shelving To Your Reach-In Or Walk-In Pantry
Starting with a blank closet for your pantry can seem intimidating. If you use an IKEA BOAXEL system like Abby, it can work! You can purchase containers from IKEA too. Her setup isn't crazy fancy but it does the trick for keeping everything organized and easy to reach.
A 6-Step Process To Keep Your Pantry Organized
Keeping your pantry organized helps you use the supplies you purchased. These six steps start with the basics and end with a successfully organized pantry.
Give Every Spot In The Kitchen A Purpose
If you feel like you have food and small appliances scattered throughout your kitchen, this post is for you. Check out how Amanda rethought where she stores her pantry items and came up with a better system. Lots of inspiration for organizing a reach-in pantry and you'll see how she corralled her small appliances.
Add Pull-Out Drawers For Easy Access To Food
Drawers are a great way to access all of your pantry items while keeping them in zones. This pantry even hides the kitchen microwave. You might consider installing drawers in your cabinets or pantry space--they can be purchased or DIYed.
Smart Tips For Your Skinny & Deep Pantry
If your pantry is skinny and deep, you might feel like you have to empty everything out to access one item. These tips share how to take advantage of the depth without losing anything way in the back. Megan has so many smart organizing tips and you'll see how she using budget-friendly organizers, too!
Organize Baking Supplies & Pantry Staples In Clear Containers
Lots of tips here for getting all of your baking supplies organized! You'll also see how I installed a pull-out drawer in a lower cabinet to make the most of my cabinet space. This works so well in my kitchen!
Inspiration For A Plastic-Free Pantry
If having an organized kitchen without plastic is important to you, check this post out! There are examples of containers and labels to use that will help reduce waste in your kitchen by using more sustainable products.
Make The Most Of Your Tiny Pantry
Keeping a small pantry organized might seem easy but sometimes the smaller the space, the harder it is to organize. Following the 3 P's and sticking to a meal plan are two tips included in this post. Check out her quick tips and YouTube video for tiny pantry inspo.
Your Pantry Organizing Plan Of Attack
This post has everything! You'll find where to start, how to work with a small pantry, plus tons of tips for success. One of my favorites is using pull-out bins for easy access. Click the button to check out all of her tips.
Don't Forget The Labels!
Pantry organization isn’t complete without pretty pantry labels! You can create these DIY labels using your Cricut and vinyl. Customize the size, font, and color to fit any container in your kitchen!
DIY A Chip Storage Rack
Storing bags of chips doesn't have to be frustrating with this DIY rack. You'll need a board, paint, clips, and a drill to make this organizing solution.
Give Everything A Spot
I love how this baking cabinet is labeled so it's easy to find what you need (and everyone knows where things belong when it's time to put ingredients away).
Looking for more kitchen organizing ideas? Take a look at these blog posts:
- How To Organize Kitchen Drawers
- Creating An Evening Kitchen Shutdown Routine (So Your Kitchen Is Always Clean!)
- Kitchen Sink Essentials – Cleaning Supplies & Organizing Products


Have a fantastic day!

