November 04, 2024

65. Your Kitchen Is Screaming At You! 5 Essential Tips To Declutter & Organize Your Kitchen With Stephanie Dulgarian (@somewhatsimpleliving)

50 minutes

In this episode of That Was Delicious, we dive into the world of home organization and decluttering with Stephanie Dulgarian, founder of Somewhat Simple Living. Stephanie shares her journey from a family blog to building a platform that inspires over 400,000 followers to simplify their lives. We explore practical tips for organizing your kitchen and home, making spaces more functional and less overwhelming. Whether you’re struggling with clutter or looking for ways to streamline your household, Stephanie’s insights will help you create a space you love without the stress. Key Takeaways

[23:25] Clear Your Counters: Start by removing everything from your kitchen counters, wiping them clean, and only replacing items that are absolutely essential. A minimalist approach creates both visual and functional clarity.
[29:03] Use Baskets and Trays for Intentional Storage: Keep your counters organized by using trays or baskets for papers, mail, and other everyday items. This keeps clutter contained and intentional.
[32:15] Audit Your Kitchenware: Streamline your kitchen cupboards by keeping matching dishes and glassware that stack neatly. This creates both visual harmony and saves space.
[39:00] Limit Food Storage Containers: Stick to 2-3 sizes of food storage containers that nest well together, reducing clutter and the chaos of mismatched lids and boxes.
[44:52] Organize with Drawer Inserts: Measure your drawers and invest in organizers that fit the space. Only keep items that fit within the organizers, reducing the temptation to accumulate unnecessary gadgets.

Notable Quotes

(13:12) "Less stuff is just all around better. Less stuff, more stories—that’s my mantra."
(25:52) “Not only will your counters look clean, but you’re also saving time on the things you’ll have to wipe down and clean.”
(09:04) "I used to tell my husband that shopping’s my therapy… Now, I get the same high from getting rid of stuff."

Resources

Explore Stephanie’s tips for simplifying your life: Somewhat Simple Living
For family-friendly recipes, visit her food site: Somewhat Simple
Follow Stephanie on Instagram
Follow Female Foodie on Instagram

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November 04, 2024

65. Your Kitchen Is Screaming At You! 5 Essential Tips To Declutter & Organize Your Kitchen With Stephanie Dulgarian (@somewhatsimpleliving)

50 minutes

[23:25] Clear Your Counters: Start by removing everything from your kitchen counters, wiping them clean, and only replacing items that are absolutely essential. A minimalist approach creates both visual and functional clarity.
[29:03] Use Baskets and Trays for Intentional Storage: Keep your counters organized by using trays or baskets for papers, mail, and other everyday items. This keeps clutter contained and intentional.
[32:15] Audit Your Kitchenware: Streamline your kitchen cupboards by keeping matching dishes and glassware that stack neatly. This creates both visual harmony and saves space.
[39:00] Limit Food Storage Containers: Stick to 2-3 sizes of food storage containers that nest well together, reducing clutter and the chaos of mismatched lids and boxes.
[44:52] Organize with Drawer Inserts: Measure your drawers and invest in organizers that fit the space. Only keep items that fit within the organizers, reducing the temptation to accumulate unnecessary gadgets.

Notable Quotes

(13:12) "Less stuff is just all around better. Less stuff, more stories—that’s my mantra."
(25:52) “Not only will your counters look clean, but you’re also saving time on the things you’ll have to wipe down and clean.”
(09:04) "I used to tell my husband that shopping’s my therapy… Now, I get the same high from getting rid of stuff."

Resources