11 Affordable Solutions To Organize Measuring Cup Clutter In The Kitchen

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Kitchen clutter can be overwhelming; in fact, it can make your entire home feel messy if your kitchen counters and cabinets are disorganized. One kitchen tool in particular that can be difficult to store is a measuring cup set. You may toss them haphazardly into your drawer without organizing them, making your measuring cup storage cause you more anxiety than is necessary. 

Plus, these types of smaller tools are easy to lose, and you may have more than one set with missing or mismatching cups. If you're at a loss for how to store your various measuring cups and spoons, then you may need to try a new tactic. Thankfully, there are many easy DIY organization ideas you can try to store measuring cups so they don't crowd up your kitchen, like hanging them on hooks inside your cabinet doors.

All of these methods are affordable and doable for all levels of DIYers, from beginner to expert. Some may require a few small purchases at your local home improvement store, as well as simple tools you already have at home, like tape or a drill. Keeping these areas clean and organized will require you to change your storage habits; instead of tossing these items into a junk drawer, you will need to take the few extra seconds to set them down in the place they belong. These few extra seconds may feel long in the moment, but they will make all the difference when you look at your kitchen overall. 

This DIY is super simple; you can say goodbye to kitchen cabinet clutter with a measuring cup storage hack. You only need a few adhesive hooks, which you can find for just a few dollars at Dollar Tree, Target, or a grocery store. Hang them in size order or whatever order makes sense for the size of your cabinet. If your cabinet has shelves on the inside, make sure the cups won't hit them or stop the cabinet from closing. This hack works best for cabinets without shelves. 

Trinket shelves are becoming a popular decor item in kitchens. Why not keep your measuring cup collection on the shelf, especially if you have some particularly cute or artistic cups to display? This is perfect if you have a cute measuring set you want to show off, like these Creative Co-op Stoneware Measuring Cups — plus it will keep everything easily accessible for when you need them the most. You can also switch it up and store candles, plants, and photos alongside your measuring cups. 

This may be the measuring cup storage option you have now, but chances are it may not be working out as you hoped. Utensil drawers tend to get chaotic and unorganized pretty quickly, so it's important to have clear sections for each tool so you don't lose track of where they belong. Instead of tossing all of your cooking utensils into one open drawer, pick up a few organizer bins like this SMARTAKE 13-piece drawer bin set. The next time you wash dishes or empty your dishwasher, place your measuring cups back in their intended spot. 

If you're someone who prefers to keep their kitchen utensils out and visible, then your kitchen wall might be the best solution for you and your measuring cups. You can either use small adhesive hooks or pick up a storage rack, which can attach directly to your wall, above your sink, next to your fridge, behind your oven, or wherever makes the most sense for you and your cooking process. If you want that extra organizational nudge, hang them in size order so you can snag the right one at a glance.

Believe it or not, most kitchen and bathroom storage solutions are actually interchangeable between the two rooms, and this hack proves it. Say goodbye to measuring cup clutter with a towel bar, which you can pick up from your local home improvement store, along with a few individual hooks. Secure the towel bar to your kitchen wall, add the hooks to the bar, and then hang your cups, spoons, oven mitts, etc. Most measuring cup sets come attached with a ring, so you can hang them with that or individually on their own hooks. 

While you may associate using pegboards for organization in your home office or bedroom, you can also utilize them in your kitchen for measuring cup storage. Secure the pegboard either to the inside of your cabinet or directly to your wall, using the pegboard-specific hooks and bins to keep everything in its correct space. You can either store your measuring cups in the hanging bins or hang them from the hooks, whatever you prefer. Pegboards can also hold more than just kitchen supplies: hang up your cards, keys, notes, grocery lists, and more. 

Own an old ruler you haven't used in a few years? You can turn it into a quirky measuring cup hanger with just a few simple steps. Using a few strips of ribbon, you can attach small lanyard hooks to each of the pre-made holes on the ruler. Then, you can hang your measuring cups or spoons from the hooks. To secure the entire piece on your kitchen wall, you can use Command strips on the back of the ruler. Or, continue the upcycle trend and use old spools for hooks instead.

Similar to the hanging trick or the towel bar method, the magnet trick for storing your measuring cups makes it easy to access your essential kitchen tools. Instead of using adhesive hooks or a towel bar, pick up some adhesive magnets from your local home improvement store, which you can secure either to your wall, inside your cabinet doors, or even on your fridge. If your measuring cups don't have magnetic handles, you can easily adhere individual magnets to each one. You can also purchase specific measuring cups that are designed with a magnet inside. 

If you want to try the towel bar hack but don't want to have to purchase one, you can easily use an item you already have at home: a key hook. Key hooks can be repurposed all over your home as extra hanging storage, and your kitchen is no exception. All you need is a few screws or a strong adhesive to attach the key hook to the wall. This hack is easy, affordable, and adds a unique touch to your space. If your key hook doesn't match your decor, give it a quick coat of paint. 

Whether you have an aesthetically pleasing measuring cup collection or you simply want your kitchen tools out of the cabinet and ready to use at a moment's notice, you can store your cups directly on your counter. You can either thrift a counter storage unit or pick up a clear, classy one from Amazon for under $15. Not only will this force you to keep your storage organized, since it's out in the open for all to see, but it will ensure you have your cooking tools ready and accessible. 

Another easy option for storing your measuring cups is to use pot and pan holders. These organizers are perfect for holding all types of kitchen tools, not your cookware. You can find these organizers for cheap at your local thrift store or at affordable chains like IKEA and ALDI. This way, you can keep your measuring cups hidden and avoid the clutter of a junk drawer or kitchen cabinet. These pot and pan holders typically fit best in your lower kitchen cabinets.