Last updated August 20th, 2024 at 09:43 am
I created 12 kitchen pantry labels you can use to organize your pantry by adding these to the canisters and containers in your pantry.
I sometimes grow strange attachments to things. There are times I’d rather hold onto or hoard something than use it. I do this with office supplies (soooo many cute notebooks), stickers, and I also do it with vinyl! One of my aversions to using it is the fear of messing it up and wasting it! I know I’m not alone in this fear! I even go so far as to save all my scrap vinyl in hopes I can use them someday! Well I finally came up with a project to use up those scrap pieces: DIY kitchen pantry labels!
DIY kitchen pantry labels
Choosing the Right Materials
In crafting kitchen pantry labels, it’s essential to pick materials that can withstand the environment of a busy kitchen. Water-resistant and oil-resistant labels are crucial for items prone to spills, such as spice jars and oil containers. A P-touch label maker has become my go-to for creating durable, stylish labels that resist smudging. These are great for under the sink or in the cabinet, but I wanted some cute pantry labels I could display!
Here’s my favorite inexpensive Mini Thermal Printer:
Using vinyl labels means tapping into my collection of excess vinyl scraps. This approach is not only cost-effective but also environmentally friendly. For a flawless application, I use transfer tape which helps in placing the labels smoothly on clean surfaces without any air bubbles.
I had a hard time finding cute kitchen canisters that I liked to hold my sugar and flour so I got these simple plastic containers with differently colored lids. We’ve been using them for a few years, and after a little powder mishap I decided to label them so there’s no confusion! I had a few chalkboard labels for a while but between my messy handwriting and the messy chalk – these just weren’t for me! Making my own vinyl labels was the perfect way to label all my storage bins!
Designing Your Labels
Designing these labels was a fun creative outlet. In the Cricut Design studio, I started with an oval frame, resized to fit my vinyl scraps perfectly, and added text for the specific canisters I had in mind. The result? Custom labels that fit the ‘perfect size’ criterion and brought a cohesive look to my pantry containers.
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Organizing Your Pantry
I’m slowly transitioning our pantry into a more cohesive space with matching airtight food storage containers, though it can be a pricey endeavor, so we’re taking it one step at a time. By labeling everything from flour and sugar to cocoa powder and pancake mix, not only is each item easy to locate, but the overall appearance of the pantry shelves is greatly enhanced.
To help you get started, I’ve created a full list of 12 essential pantry organization labels that can be opened and customized in the Cricut Design studio. These labels range from common cooking essentials to pantry must-haves like chocolate chips and white rice.
Adding a Personal Touch
These labels add a ‘touch of style’ to any kitchen and help maintain an ‘organized kitchen,’ eliminating the frustration of searching through disorganized shelves. Choose whatever color matches your decor in the kitchen or pantry! We added peel and stick wallpaper to our pantry too!
Embrace the best way to enhance your kitchen’s functionality and style with these kitchen labels. Whether you’re using leftover materials or starting fresh, the process is a rewarding way to personalize your space. An organized kitchen not only saves time but also makes cooking a more enjoyable experience. Start today, and transform your kitchen into a beautifully organized space that reflects your personality and culinary needs.
You can open this file in the Cricut Design studio and cut these labels for your own kitchen! We’ve included names of all the pantry essentials but if there’s one you want added please let us know! You can drop a comment below!
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