How to Make Your Own Spice Drawer in a Few Easy Steps

Julie Carmona
by Julie Carmona

Do you want to know how to make your own spice drawer? It’s easier than you think. Just order what you need from Amazon and you will be organized in no time.


Having a dedicated spice drawer makes it easier to see what you have and what you need. It’s less messy, too. Here’s how I made my own spice drawer.

Tools and materials

  • Measuring tape or ruler
  • Drawer inserts
  • Jars
  • Labels
  • Funnel
Measuring the drawer

Step 1: Measure the drawer

I measured my drawer accurately. This is crucial as it determined the size of the inserts and jars I ordered. I also confirmed that the drawer closed properly with the chosen inserts or jars.

Clear jars
Labels for the jars

Step 2: Order supplies

I ordered my jars, inserts, labels, and funnel from Amazon.

Arranging the inserts for the drawer

Step 3: Arrange inserts

I added the inserts to my drawer.

Using a funnel to fill the jars
Pouring spices into the jars
Adding labels to the jars

Step 4: Add spices to jars and label

When my order arrived, I assessed the number of spices I had. I used 39 jars! I used a small funnel to add spices to some of my jars. Then I labeled the jars.

How to make your own spice drawer

Step 5: Arrange jars in a drawer

I added my jars for the perfect spice drawer.


How to make your own spice drawer

I love how my spice drawer is organized. It’s so convenient to cook now that they are neatly arranged. What’s your favorite spice? Do you have a spice drawer? Let us know in the comments!


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