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A guide to optimizing space for your snacks, gadgets, and questionable number of mugs.

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Promising review: "What an awesome way to best utilize drawer space! So happy with such a simple thing, but it makes a huge difference in our tiny kitchen. We only have three drawers, and this is the smallest and most impractical. Having horizontal space for spoons, forks, and knives left no functional room for anything else. Utilizing the vertical space totally opened it up for other utensils. Worth every penny." —R. Coffman

Get the standard size from Amazon for $11.14 (also available in large and expandable sizes, and in a version made of recycled plastic).

Promising review: "I threw my plastic box-like dish dryer away and saved much-needed counter space in my tiny kitchen. I live in a one-bedroom apartment. I also bought another for a friend. We are delighted." —Donald Dustin

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in four sizes).

Promising review: "I used this organizer under my kitchen sink … great to store small items and big items that I need for the kitchen … it’s a pull-out (slides easily) so it's easy access for the stuff you have in the back … it’s stable and sturdy! Good for what I need in a small kitchen sink area." —MsTess

Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in three colors, plus in a two-pack)

Promising review: "I love how this paper towel holder sticks firmly under my kitchen cabinet without drilling any holes. It freed up counter space and looks super clean and minimal. The adhesive is strong and hasn’t budged, even with daily use. Definitely a smart solution for small kitchens." —Gadrys

Get it from Amazon for $7.79+ (available in four finishes and in packs of two)

Promising review: "This thing helped my storage nightmare in my old-fashioned and very small kitchen. I bought two of them, one is holding all my pot and pan lids, the other is holding my cutting boards. There are just enough dividers; I might even buy another one because it is so convenient to use. I love it!" —Leah Everwine

Get it from Amazon for $17 (also available in a larger size for extra cookware storage). 

Promising review: "These measuring spoons/cups are awesome! They open easily and fold away easily too. They are easy to use, and it’s great how large the lettering is and that they are color-coded. It was great to get the folding funnel as well." —LisaKate333

Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $8.98 (available in four colors). 

Be sure to measure your fridge shelf first. This is designed for spaces at least 15.5 inches long by 12 inches wide. 

Promising review: "Limited space has frustrated me. We have a small side-by-side, and items get lost on the shelves. No more since I installed my new swivel shelf. With the shelf installed, I can still store and access items behind. Love it!" —C. Romey

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in a larger size and two-pack options).

Promising review: "Storage in my kitchen is seriously lacking, and these things are hella useful. The magnets are STRONG, and now I don’t have to stash all my spice jars in random nooks and forget where they are." —J.C.

Get a pack of four from Amazon for $16.98 (available in 20 colors, plus packs of two and six).

Promising review: "I live in CA and pay too much for a small old apt. Emphasis on small. I needed every available space and was looking for tools for more space. I saw this and tried out the stainless one and am happy I did! It makes the old stove look much nicer, and I keep my oil cruet, rolling pin, and glass measuring Pyrex on top of it to save counter/drawer/cabinet space! glad this item exists, and I'd recommend it to others." —Celeste

Get the standard 30-inch stainless steel version from Amazon for $44.99 (also available in 20 and 24 inch sizes and in white or black).

Promising review: "Perfect for my tiny kitchen/bathroom, every little bit of storage I can add helps. In the kitchen, I use it to hold my dish sponge when not in use. In my bathroom, I use it to hold my toothbrush and toothpaste." —Alex

Promising review: "Perfect for my smaller kitchen. Puts my towels away so I don’t have to look at them or them taking up space. Holds my towels perfectly with just one finger poking in the towel." —Julie

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $6.98 (available in three colors).

 It comes with one hook, two adhesive hooks, and 20 trash bags. 

Promising review: "The perfect solution for a small kitchen. I only had space for two small cans under my sink until I discovered this compost pail. Of course, I wanted to keep separate cans for garbage, recycling, and compost. I love that it hangs on the inside of my cabinet, where it can be tucked away out of sight. It does not take up any space, because when I close the cabinet door, it does not hit anything inside, and allows me storage space for cleaners underneath it. I did not even have to remove a foldable step stool that I keep alongside it! And no odors because of the lead!" —Rosemarykennedy

Get it from Amazon for $20.99 (available in five colors).

Promising review: "These are awesome, look great and can almost double your cabinet space." —Dan Farley

Get a pack of two at 15.6 inches wide from Amazon for $34.99 (also available in an 11.7-inch width and 10 colors).

Promising review: "I used these inside my kitchen cabinets to hang my pot holders and other small kitchen items. Good way to stay organized when you don’t have a lot of extra drawer space" —Mommyof4gr8kids

Get a pack of 10 hooks from Amazon for $10.38 (also available in a pack of two). 

Promising review: "Love this magnetic knife holder. It’s strong, easy to install, and holds a lot of knives. Highly recommend. Saves me so much space on the counter by getting rid of the knife block, and it looks great; the sleek chrome look." —Amanda VanScoter

Get the 16-inch stainless-steel version from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in 10,12,14,18, and 24-inch sizes, as well as an acacia wood finish).

Promising review: "I like having these in my kitchen for the cleaning tools we have. It just saves us a bit more space and makes cleaning a little bit easier, too, since everything is so well organized. I’m considering ordering more for our bathrooms as well." —Madilyn Barnhart

Get a set of four from Amazon for $14.99.

Promising review: "These hooks are very stylish and useful. I like the way it turns; very easy to install. I recommend buying these to save space and it still works for everything needed to put your utilities." —David Martin

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99.

Promising review: "This fruit hammock looks way better than anything I had before, plus it saves space on my counter. It’s soft, sturdy, and easy to use. I love that it helped make my small kitchen look less cluttered, and it was easy to set up." —Amber H.

Get the oval version from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a rectangular version). 

Promising review: "The magnets really are a game changer, making this oven mitt and pot holder set probably the most convenient ones I’ve ever used. I can keep them on the side of my stove or even on my fridge while cooking, and never have to go looking for a pot holder when I need one. If your space is limited or you just want the convenience of keeping your oven mitts close to the stove rather than in a drawer somewhere, I highly recommend this set!" —MissM

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $39.99 (available in green, black, blue, red, and white).  

Promising review: "I love this! I live in a tiny apartment with a tiny kitchen, and my fiancé has so many spices, being the cook that he is. All of his spices were taking up the only counter space we had. So, I bought this, and it fits all of our spices! It's even so slim that it fits in the space between the fridge and the wall, and oh my, I am in love. I love the little hooks because we are able to hang our oven mitts and kitchen towels on them as well, and I just love!!!" —Kimberly

Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in six colors, plus in a pack of two)

Promising review: "My kitchen was cluttered with brooms and mops always falling over and getting in the way. This helped out tremendously it was easy to install, definitely helps with space, and it seems pretty sturdy." —Twinzy2

Get the black version with a small broom holder from Amazon for $17 (also available in a pack of two and without a broom holder in grey).

Promising review: "Just what I was looking for! My kitchen is small and lacks counter space, so this was just what I needed. This item is a very sturdy hard plastic... no sagging whatsoever on top from the weight of the coffee maker, and the drawers slide in and out very nicely. Definitely recommend this product!" —Catharine B Metzinger

Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (or choose a two-tier organizer or multipack options).

Promising review: "Cannot live without these in my kitchen. Keeps my mugs and smaller glass cups so organized and frees up more space within my cabinets." —Camylla

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in orange, black, and blue). 

Note: This organizer is designed for flat cabinet shelves that are 1/2–3/4 inch thick.

Promising review: "Super cute way of displaying your mugs and also saving space! It’s easy to hang and sticks well enough to be sturdy for my mugs to stay in place. Overall, I’m happy with it for the price!" —Sami Farrell

Get the black version from Amazon for $18.89 (also available in white). 

Promising review: "LOVE these egg containers. Extremely sturdy and easy to get in/out of fridge. Love that you can stack them as well so it doesn't take up a lot of space!" —Kroth

Get it from Amazon for $11.39 (also available in larger pack sizes)

Promising review: "This is great if you have limited counter space and don't like cluttered counters. My counter space is small, so I store it in my cabinet until I use it. It is slim enough to fit on your counter, if you choose to store it there. I love this item. It would make a great housewarming present, just be sure to pick a color that matches their color scheme." —Marcia Shannon

Get the two-slice version from Amazon for $24.98 (also available as a four-slice version).

It also comes with two blend cups in different sizes, so you can choose the one that fits whatever you're blending up.

Promising review: "I got this because I was tired of hauling out my big Ninja blender every time my daughter wanted a small smoothie. I've only had it for a few days, but I'm already loving it! Now, I use it for quick sauces or chopping veggies, too. It's totally worth it, and cleaning it is a breeze. What's great is its versatility; I've found myself using it for various kitchen tasks beyond just blending. Its compact size fits perfectly in my kitchen without taking up too much space. It's been a game changer for our daily routine!" —Smithjme5

Get the seven-piece version from Amazon for $40.99 (also available in an eleven-piece version).

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