As a follow-up to yesterday's post about storing pots and pans, today we're addressing their even more obnoxiously uncooperative counter point- the lids. These darned disks wouldn't be so impossible to organize if it weren't for the handy-dandy knobs jutting directly out of their center. Stacking lids is like trying to stack plates- with an egg balancing between each layer. Now, I see why the great "they" saw the need for a knob, what with ...

Pots and pans are essential items for kitchens in which actual food is actually prepared. They're also a giant pain in the ass to store. Terribly uncooperative, they aren't truly apt to stack, rack, or generally be kept in check. Here are a few tips on how to store your skillets: Keep them in the cupboard Pots and pans become significantly easier to access and keep neat when your cupboards are outfitted with sliding pull-out ...

The promise: Creates more room in your closet by allowing you to hang multiple garments on one hanger! The truth: In my mind, this product is a complete fail. It's very construction obstructs its purpose. Closets aren't meant to be like bakeries, and this thing is a total layer cake. Once its assembled, how can you reach in and easily extract just the French vanilla strawberry swirl cake jammed in on level two? YOU CAN'T. ...

Too often we are bashful, resistant, or prideful when it comes to accepting assistance in any form from others. The way to relieve yourself of this discomfort is to continuously give in equal measures to the amount you receive. Then, with a clear mind, you may graciously accept and acknowledge the kindnesses you are shown. This week, give easily, and receive gratefully. -A.T. Image credit: Page Mullins of Country Living Magazine

If you have the opportunity to design your home from the get-go, consider adding these features, which will intrinsically help your space to be more organized and efficient. A kitchen that changes flavor when you do Because different methods of food preparation require different surfaces, install moveable pieces that can easily be shifted depending upon the cuisine. This cabinet on wheels slides out for easy access to its cutting board top. The island in the kitchen ...