Effective storage and organization are absolute essentials in the kitchen, where you’ve got to be able to locate the supplies you need at a moment’s notice—without the hassle of digging through cluttered cabinets or drawers.
But when you think of “organization,” you might think of ugly plastic or metal containers that do the job at the cost of aesthetics. We certainly understand the impulse to hide these unappealing organizers away so they don’t detract from the look of your otherwise beautiful and thoughtfully designed kitchen.
Luckily, there’s an alternative out there that provides impeccable organization at no cost to aesthetics. They also happen to suit just about any look, from classic to modern style kitchens, and they never go out of fashion. What is this ideal kitchen storage solution, you may ask? Wicker baskets!
Kitchen Organization Ideas with Wicker Baskets
Wicker Storage Bins
Wicker storage bins are both stylish and functional when it comes to organizing your kitchen essentials. Wicker storage bins with lids will keep things like dry goods and utensils out of sight and free from dust, while open bins make it easy to access the items you use more frequently, like produce or cloth napkins.
Kitchen Cabinet Organization
Not only can you use wicker baskets on visible surfaces for easy access, but they’re also a great solution for organizing kitchen cabinets. For instance, you can group items like snacks, spices, and cleaning supplies together in their own baskets, choosing bins with handles (like this rectangular low wicker storage basket) for items you might want to pull out as a group.
Wicker Napkin Holders
Keep a stack of napkins organized and easy to reach with a wicker napkin holder, like this fancy wicker napkin basket. In addition to the handwoven rattan design, it also has stunning carved wooden handles and leather accents.
Wicker Trash Can
A wicker kitchen trash can is a warm, natural alternative to more sterile-feeling plastic or metal cans. We offer an array of options, including not only several wicker baskets with metal liners (like this one, or this one that’s specifically for use in corners) but also a divided recycling basket to help you easily sort your recyclables.
Avoid Toxin Exposure in the Kitchen
In recent years, we’ve become increasingly aware of the potential health risks of microplastics. In addition to their appealing look, another one of the benefits of using wicker baskets rather than plastic containers for storage is minimizing your exposure to toxins. While this is important throughout the home, it’s especially important in the kitchen, where you’ll be storing food and items that are directly exposed to that food. One way to reduce your exposure to microplastics may be to avoid storing those food and kitchen items in plastic containers.
The baskets we sell at The Basket Lady are made of rattan, the dried stems of a family of climbing palms that—unlike most other crops—doesn’t require pesticides to grow. These rattan baskets are finished with a non-toxic, water-based lacquer, instead of the chemical-laden oil polishes found on many other wicker baskets. Choose wicker baskets to avoid yet another source of toxin exposure in your kitchen storage.
The Best Wicker Baskets for Kitchen Organization (and More!)
Wicker baskets are an ideal option for kitchen organization, as well as throughout the home. The Basket Lady has 25 years of experience designing and importing the world’s best wicker baskets, so our products are the ideal choice for revamping your kitchen storage.
Ready to get started? In addition to searching for kitchen-specific wicker basket options, you can also search for baskets by size, type, or other rooms of the home.
