In like a lion, out like a lamb.
Winter had a stronghold here in the Northeast this year! We had snow on the first day of Spring and experienced frigid temperatures up until the past few weeks. Regardless, my internal clock urged me to start tidying up. I’ve even picked up the book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up in the pursuit of living in a decluttered and joyful home. Joyful? Yes, joyful. So if that <fill in the blank> has been sitting in the closet for a year and does not “spark joy”, then it’s out the door. Makes sense, doesn’t it?
The kids’ old toys and games have made their way to other homes. Old worn shoes have been thrown out and I’ve been collecting bags of clothes which will make its way out of the house. All stuff that had been taking up precious real estate.
I’ve also started cleaning out the pantry and organizing the black hole called the “junk drawer”. And thanks to OXO, they have made spring cleaning in the kitchen so much more fun, helpful, and without adding clutter.
A typical sight at the of the day.
I finally retired my old rusted and stained dish rack. It did a great job while it was here, but I was ready for an upgrade. The rack was better suited for a smaller household. We always had an overflow of pots and dishes onto the counter. Our replacement, the Foldaway Dish Rack, has been perfect!
- Plate rack folds down to make room for large bowls, cookware and more
- Legs fold out to elevate Dish Rack and spout opens to drain directly into sink
- Tines hold cups, mugs or wine glasses inside Rack to prevent dripping on the counter
- Plate rack holds plates or bowls neat and upright and is safe for fine china and delicate dishware
- Divided utensil holders have a generous capacity and are removable for easy unloading
- Side walls, legs and spout fold for compact, standing storage in cabinet
- Utensil cups are removable and dishwasher safe for easy cleaning
So roomy!
Our chopsticks were piled up next to the utensil holder which wasn’t a huge problem except they invariably made their way under the utensil holder. While not a huge issue, it was annoying as all heck. In comes the Expandable Utensil Holder! Big spoons and small spoons in ONE slot! Yes! And hey, look where my chopsticks live now! They are no longer left out and have joined their utensil cohorts!
- Dividers adjust to accommodate all utensil shapes and sizes
- Organize more utensils in one compartment
- Multiple utensils stay neatly stacked even when drawers are opening and closing
- Expands from 9 ¾” to 16 ¼” to fit kitchen drawers
Happy chopsticks…
No really. If you have water bottles, you need this.
I thought I was done with the skinny little bottle brushes, but now I need them more than ever with all the travel coffee mugs and water bottles. Up until now, I have been throwing all the straw inserts and mouthpieces into the dishwasher, crossing my fingers, and just assuming that all is clean and done once the heat and hot water got to them. The Water Bottle Cleaning Set has made this task much easier and has put my mind at ease.
- Set includes Long Bottle Brush, Straw Brush and Detail Cleaner
- Long Bottle Brush is perfect for cleaning the inside of bottles with narrow necks
- Long Straw Brush is great for getting inside sports bottle straws
- Detail Cleaner is ideal for crevices in caps
- Tools store together on ring and are easy to remove
- Short, firm bristles thoroughly clean bottom of bottles
- Soft side bristles clean bottle walls without scratching
The one thing that I wanted more than anything was a good sponge holder. Okay, not just good, but a GREAT one. I tried everything to lengthen the lifespan of the sponge. I tried numerous other sponge holders…all that have failed! My latest method was to lean it up against the soap dispenser, but it would eventually fall flat on the counter or into the sink and then we were back to square one. This Sponge Holder has made me the happiest of all! ‘Tis the little things…
- Compact footprint is perfect for keeping sponges close at hand
- Open sides and ventilation holes allow for maximum aeration
- Convenient pour spout allows for draining soapy water
- Four feet prevent Holder from sticking to surfaces when wet
- Durable, rust-proof stainless steel construction
- Comes apart for easy cleaning
- Dishwasher safe
It was an amicable split between the soap dispenser and sponge.
Happy Spring! In the meantime, you will find me decluttering! And remember, if the various items in your house does not “spark joy”, it is time to get rid of it.
By the way, new recipes to come!
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