Making The Most Of A Small Kitchen

Your kitchen is small, so let's make the most of that small space with these quick and easy tips. There's actually a lot to be done with a small kitchen space. You just have to channel your inner creative energy and get imaginative. It can be difficult maneuvering around a small space, especially when cooking for large groups of guests for birthday parties or other types of special occasions. While it's difficult, it's not impossible. With careful planning and a lot of organization, you'll find that it's a breeze to maneuver around that small kitchen space.

Getting Organized in a Small Kitchen

When attempting to get organized in a kitchen that lacks space, particularly cabinetry space, consider investing in hooks and shelves. Hang your pots and pans from the ceiling or pick one wall and line them up strategically. This is a great way to save space in your cabinets. When you have a small kitchen, it's important to keep it neat, tidy, and clutter-free to avoid feeling claustrophobic.

Make sure that everything has its place and consider investing in various little things that can help you get more organized within your cabinets as well. If you're into spices and herbs, consider putting your spices and herbs on shelves that you've neatly hung on the wall within arms-reach when you need them most.

If you don't have enough cabinet space and have just enough extra room in the kitchen for a pantry, consider getting one. A pantry will make your life a heck of a lot easier and provides ample space for food and other items you need around the kitchen. When giving your kitchen an upgrade, consider upgrading some of the kitchen's plumbing fixtures to provide more space when doing dishes.

Double sinks are big helpers when it's time to do dishes in a small space. And space saving solutions like a rinse basket that fits neatly in the sink is sure to take the stress out of the undesirable task of doing the dishes.

When You're Feeding the Masses with Little Space

For those moments in time where you're feeding the masses during a big birthday party or other special occasion, remember that it's okay to eat in other rooms of the home too. Prepare ahead of time with a plan of action for when everyone arrives and a system that will help keep you focused and organized.

Ask for help if you need it when it's time to serve everyone and if your kitchen is that small, keep guests from entering while serving food unless they're there to assist you. Set up chairs in the dining room and living room to create more space when it's time to chow down or enjoy a slice of birthday cake.