Fridge Makeover!

1. Keep eggs stored in their original cartons. The opaque cartons will keep eggs fresher longer. And keep them in the colder part of the fridge, not the door.

2. Use sealable glass containers instead of plastic for leftovers. I'm

   encouraging clients to use glass for three reasons: there's too much plastic in our landfills - can we reverse the trend? They are perfectly clear and easy to see through. And although there is a debate about particle breakdown and health hazards, why not trust a material that's been around forever? Make sure you buy microwave and dishwasher safe glassware. This Pyrex set sold at Target can even be used in the oven.

3. Use rectangular leftover containers (like the Pyrex set pictured) instead of round for maximum space efficiency.

4. Lazy Susans: Would one work in your fridge? (See below.) 

5. And of course, regularly throw out old containers of salad dressings and condiments.

I mentioned in an earlier edition about my client who asked me to set up a temporary kitchen while her kitchen was being remodeled. Here are photos of the kitchen I set up:

This was a workroom off of the client's garage. We moved in what they would need to use during the kitchen renovation and packed everything else. The surface on the table against the back wall was really rough so we got some printed plastic sheeting from Joanne's fabric to cover it and it became the inspiration for the space. The shelves on the right wall were added for to hold dishes. They are so handy she will use them even after we move back into the renovated kitchen. I have to say that my client LOVES the space! It is so pleasant.