15 Unique Things to Toss for a Stress Free Kitchen

A kitchen used day in and day out can get cluttered fast, resulting in a frustrating place to be each day. Gathering up and purging items you just don't use frees up space in the cabinets and makes room to help you truly see what you have and what you use. Below are 15 items you can get rid of now to free up space in your kitchen. Have fun purging and making your stress-free kitchen!

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Get rid of these items for a Stress-Free Kitchen
Serving platters you don’t use
Unused mugs that came with your plate sets
Extra chipped/cracked dishware
Small appliances you have put away and never used again
Small gadgets that don't work
Silverware that isn’t used often
Wooden spoons
Old sets of serving utensils
Bowls you don’t need
Bakeware not used at least once a year
Plastic storage containers that are scratched or stained
Chipped glassware
Containers not used
Appliance Accessories not used
Items unused and collected on the counter
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Get rid of these items for a Stress-Free Kitchen

Serving platters you don’t use

One of my downfalls is that I tend to forget to get rid of the serving platters (affiliate) when I get new ones.

Unused mugs that came with your plate sets

If you have a collection of mugs, adding to that collection with plain mugs you don't need or want is frustrating. So, donate them or give them to a friend or college student who may want them.

Extra chipped/cracked dishware

If you have parties and prefer china instead of paper products, you probably have chipped or stained plates. Before your next party, pull them out and get rid of the damaged ones.

Small appliances you have put away and never used again

Where is that mixer (affiliate) you don't use? Do you have a handheld mixer (affiliate) as well? Do you have a toaster and a toaster oven? The duplicate small appliances you may have received from a family member can go if you don't use them. Check under cabinets and in the back corners of larger cabinets. These items may even be in basements and in closets.

Small gadgets that don't work

Is there a gadget you don't use in your kitchen? How about those unitaskers you may forget about? These items can be pitched too. Ask yourself, "Can I do this task differently without this tool?" If your answer is yes, you can get rid of it.

Silverware that isn’t used often

Do you have several sets of silverware? Ask yourself, "How many do I need?" Then, get rid of the rest.

Wooden spoons

This is my downfall too! I love those wooden spoons. But do I need a five-pack of them? Probably not. I like to keep a flat end, a round shape, a long round one, and a smaller one.

Old sets of serving utensils

Some silverware sets come with utensils. Do you get rid of the previous set of serving utensils (affiliate)? Maybe you should.

Bowls you don’t need

How many bowls do you need during the week? Is 15 too much? If you are a family of 4 or more, 15 is probably OK if you don't wash them daily. If you do wash your dishes every day, you can probably stick with four to eight. Search and review all your everyday bowls, serving bowls, antique bowls, or any other bowl that may have dust on it.

Bakeware not used at least once a year

Are you a seasonal baker? Ask yourself what you really use regularly. If you can't use all your cookie sheets in the oven at the same time, you can probably get rid of the others.

Plastic storage containers that are scratched or stained

How're your plastic containers (affiliate)? How's your glass storage container? Are they cracked? These items need to be replaced. I found this post on plastic and food safety concerns on WebMD.

Chipped glassware

Glassware can be glasses you drink, pitchers you use, measuring cups (affiliate), or anything that may be cracked and/or broken. Get rid of them next.

Containers not used

These containers can be items that are plastic, glass, metal, or wood. Anything that doesn't have a use should be examined and decided upon. It can be items that are displayed or once used but no longer needed.

Appliance Accessories not used

Did your refrigerator come with bins that you just never use? Did your oven come with a broiler pan, and do you still have your other one? Get rid of these items.

Items unused and collected on the counter

Another unique thing in your kitchen is the items that you are not using on your counter. Your counter should be clear of clutter while cooking. Going through and clearing out paper and other loose items will give you more space and hopefully helps you feel motivated to cook for your family.

15 Unique Things to Toss RIGHT NOW for a Stress Free Kitchen

I hope this list gives you ideas on what to eliminate in your kitchen. By starting with these different items, you will soon see a transformation in the heart of your home, the kitchen.

Now that you cleared the clutter, check out these posts below for more kitchen organizing ideas that will help you and your family.