SPICING IT UP

I swear I took a before picture at some point, but I couldn't find it. 

Take my word for it, my spice drawer was a HOT mess!

I sleep better at night knowing it looks like this now.  

Kidding, kind of.  

I ordered these clear spice jars from here. 

I spray painted the tops with chalkboard paint.

I had planned on using a chalk marker to write on the lids, but I could not track one down.

I ended up using a silver sharpie.   

Sidenote: Yes, I am aware that my handwriting is awful and barely legible.

Sidenote 2:  I know I forgot to put an "a" in Coriander - Oops! 

I get a little excited about cooking now because 

I know I can easily locate the spices I use on a regular basis. 

This deep drawer used to house all the spices in their store bought containers.  

When I needed the basil, I would pick up at least 6 other jars of spices before getting to the basil.  

It was frustrating and yes, I lived with it like that for almost three years.  

Enough was enough!

Now this drawer stores extra spices I don't use regularly and baking supplies. 

Ahhh, it's the little things that in life, isn't it.

Have any simple organizing tips that make your life easier?