What’s in your junk drawer

The Junk Drawer has become the catch all place in the kitchen where items live for eternity. The Junk Drawer can be one of the most efficient spots in your kitchen - provided that it is stocked with the correct items and maintained regularly.

The purpose of this drawer is to have items close at hand that may be frequently needed without having to walk to another room of the house. One - will you walk to the other room to get what you need? And two - will those items get returned to that other room after their use? No, they get tossed in the drawer. Let’s create the drawer and use it to our benefit - saving time and money.

This drawer has endless possibilities when used with the following items:

Emergency Essentials: You know that feeling when you desperately need a spare battery, a rubber band, or a screwdriver to tighten that wobbly chair? That's where the junk drawer swoops in to save the day. It's like your personal Batman utility belt, but for everyday household emergencies.

Writing Utensils: Pens, pencils, and markers are a must. You never know when inspiration—or a sudden urge to doodle—will strike.

Office Supplies: Small notepads, sticky notes, paper clips, and a tiny stapler can save you a trip to the home office when you need to jot down a quick note of a grocery item, recipe idea or a need for a child’s last minute school project.

Tools of the Trade: Screwdrivers, a mini tape measure, and a versatile multi-tool can tackle impromptu home repairs and small DIY projects. An eyeglasses repair kit is a great thing to have handy.

Electronic Gadgets: USB drives, earbuds, and spare charging cables are often welcomed surprises in a pinch. The struggle may be to have the borrower return this item to the drawer when done using.

Safety First: Keep a flashlight handy. You never know when you might need to navigate a sudden power outage or embark on a midnight snack mission.

Regularly prune the drawer’s contents to prevent it from turning into a black hole of forgotten items. If something hasn't been used in a year, it might be time to bid it farewell.

And remember, you can always shut the drawer.

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