3 Tips to the Perfect Pantry

Dreaming of the perfect pantry? I've got 3 tips to get you there in a jiffy.

Tip no. 1: Don't buy processed, packaged food. They'll make your pantry look junky. If you do, then at least dump the contents into a jar (unless the packaging is really pretty, of course...)  The goal to all those pretty jars? Whole food ingredients.

Tip no. 2: Use jars. Lots of jars of all shapes & sizes. It's not only practical (you can see what's inside!) but it looks cohesive & pretty as well.  I love Weck for smaller things. A set of large natural baskets is always useful too.

Tip no. 3: A simple, clean and sturdy shelf.  Whether you have an actual pantry room, closet/cupboard or something makeshift a perfect pantry has great shelves. Keep it clean &  well organized and you'll be the envy of the 'hood.

images & links: pantry 1, pantry 2, pantry 3, party 4 .