Youve probably seenor possibly enviedaesthetically arranged snack-filled jars onpantry shelvesin celebrity homes.

Anyone can have a more organized home by decantingand Ill let you in on all the insider secrets.

But, I also skip doing it with some items because its simply not worth it.

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ADAM ALBRIGHT

What Is Decanting?

If youre unfamiliar with the term, thats okay.

And if you think the word ‘decanting’ involves wine, youre not entirely wrong.

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Essentially, decanting means to transfer the contents of one container into another.

Removing things from their packaging automatically minimizes the space they take up.

It can save time:Transferring things to clear containers makes them easier to find or grab quickly.

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As a personal example, I regularly usecotton swabsand rounds.

A quick scan of supply levels will tell you what you should probably restock before shopping.

In the case of decanting food, airtight containers preserve ingredients.

Even if you mostly buy regular-sized spice jars, still consider decanting them into a matching set.

Its not hard to do if you use the following tips.

Save essential info:Its particularly important to do this when decanting anything with anexpiration date.

The point of getting organized is to simplify, and what works for one may not work for another.

You may go through phases of decanting, but other times, you forgo it.