If you have ever knocked over spice jars trying to reach the oregano in the back, you know exactly why I finally tackled spice jar organization in my own kitchen. My old setup had a tiered platform, with the top row sitting high and the bottom row practically at cabinet level.
Every time I needed a spice, I had to pull jars out just to see what I had. Something always toppled.
It was frustrating, and it was time for a real fix. So I found one, and once I started, I could not stop until my whole spice cabinet looked as good as it finally worked.
Here is exactly how I did it, step by step.
Finding the Right Spice Jar Organization Solution
Before I started searching, I knew I wanted something that was very functional, maybe even something that would slide out, so I started searching, and to my surprise, SpaceAid had exactly what I wanted.
Why I went with SpaceAid
When I want a smart organizing tool, especially for the kitchen, SpaceAid is always my first stop. I have used their products before, and they hold up well.
So when I saw their pull-out spice rack organizer for cabinets, I knew it was worth trying. This post is done in collaboration with SpaceAid, and I only share products I would recommend to a friend.
What the pull-out spice organizer includes
This organizer mounts right onto the shelf inside your cabinet and gives you slide-out drawers instead of fixed shelves. It comes in a few sizes, so be sure to measure your cabinet before purchasing.
I chose the version with three slide-out drawers, each with two rows for spices. That gave me six full rows of storage without a single jar hiding in the back.
Assembling the Pull-Out Spice Rack for My Cabinet
What comes in the box
Mine arrived unassembled. For the price point, I would love to see it come ready to install.
But once I understood the pieces, it truly was not hard to put together. Everything you need is included: the screwdriver, the screws, and all the hardware.
Step-by-step assembly (plus my pro tip)
Here is the part I got wrong at first, so let me save you the trouble. The organizer comes with three front pieces, three back pieces, and the center drawer bodies.
You attach each center piece to its matching front and back piece to create the slide-out drawers.
Pro tip: if you have a power drill, use it. Hand-screwing every piece will work, but a drill turns a half-hour task into ten minutes.
Installing it in the cabinet and sliding in the drawers
Once assembled, each drawer slides out completely like a real drawer, which makes installation so much easier. Pull all the drawers out and set the empty base into your cabinet.
Screw the base into the shelf, then simply slide the drawers back into place.
Organizing Spices Alphabetically for Easy Access
Once the organizer was installed, I filled every drawer with my spices in alphabetical order, top to bottom and left to right. This one small step makes a huge difference.
Now I can find exactly what I need in seconds instead of scanning every jar.
Taking It Further: Matching Glass Spice Jars
Where I found the jars
Here is where the project grew beyond just fixing a functional problem. I looked at my newly organized spices and thought, this is great, but it could be even better with matching jars.
So, I found simple glass spice jars on Amazon that fit perfectly in the SpaceAid drawers, and I transferred every spice over.
DIY Vintage Spice Labels (Free Printable)
This is honestly my favorite part of the whole project. Matching jars are pretty, but the labels are what pull the entire look together, so I created these gorgeous minimalist vintage spice labels.
What's included in the printable
I designed a set of spice labels with a blue-and-white vintage look. They fit right in with grand millennial, cottage, French country, and modern farmhouse styles.
The printable includes over 60+ spices already filled out in alphabetical order, plus a blank editable page for your own labels. It also includes round labels sized for jar lids if your organizer shows the tops instead of the sides.
What you'll need
Grab printable sticker paper for this project. I use the Cricut brand because I trust the quality and can grab it easily at Target.
Pro tip: the pencil and ruler trick for clean cuts
Here is a trick that made cutting these labels so much easier. After printing, use a mechanical pencil and a ruler to lightly trace the guidelines around each label.
Cut along those lines on a paper cutter, then simply erase the pencil marks. One light swipe with the eraser removes every trace, and it is much faster than cutting around printed lines.
Pro tip: peeling the sticker backing without frustration
Peeling the backing off sticker paper can be surprisingly tricky. What worked for me was using the tip of my finger on the corner of the label.
Gently rub back and forth until the backing loosens enough to peel away cleanly.
Applying the labels to your jars
Once your jars are full of herbs, your labels are cut and the backing is removed, line each one up on your glass jar and press it into place.
Use the rectangular labels if your organizer shows the sides of your jars.
Use the round ones instead if it shows the lids.
You can find the full printable spice label set, including the editable version, in my Etsy shop.
The Finished Spice Cabinet Reveal
I cannot get over how much better my spice cabinet looks and functions now. Every spice is easy to see, easy to reach, and nothing falls over anymore.
It genuinely makes me want to cook more, just because everything feels so put together. I am already planning to make a matching label set sized for those bigger Trader Joe's jars, so stay tuned for that one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use this organizer without matching jars? Yes. The SpaceAid pull-out rack works with almost any spice jar you already own, and matching jars and labels simply take the look one step further.
What size cabinet do you need for the SpaceAid organizer? Cabinet sizes vary by which version you choose, so check the specific product listing before ordering to be sure it fits your shelf height and depth.
Where can I get the spice label printable? You can find my printable vintage spice label set in my Etsy shop, including the editable version for custom spices.
More Kitchen Organizing Ideas You'll Love
If you enjoyed this project, you will love my full roundup of Amazon's best organizing products, where I share even more tools that solved my kitchen chaos.
Now that this project is finished, I am encouraged to make labels for my stash of Trader Joe's herbes de Provence jars I had saved over the years. They are the perfect size for bigger-batch spices.
So I filled them with things like my homemade taco seasoning and sweet paprika we brought back from a trip to Hungary. Nothing goes to waste, and they look just as good as the new jars. Stay tuned for those editable labels to match.
Happy Decorating!
