Anyone who’s an avid-reader of Homes & Gardens’ celebrity style section may already be familiar with my favorite past time: Watching archival Martha Stewart footage.
In recent months, I’ve taken comfort from nostalgic Martha clips, with some dating back as far as the early 1980s. My most recent find, her small kitchen storage tips, is much more recent, originating from 2025, but it’s a testament to her timeless advice nonetheless.
‘Having plenty of storage space should be a priority when designing your kitchen. Not having enough is the number one regret people have after their kitchen renovation is complete. I have some really good ideas to make the most of your storage space,’ Martha says in the footage. First, she demonstrates her most versatile tip: A pull-out drawer under the kitchen sink.
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‘Below-the-sink storage is very, very beneficial. It’s a big space. Under the sink storage can be so well thought out, and a pull-out tray makes it easy to get cleaning products. They’ll be right at your fingertips, and only store things under the sink that won’t get damaged in case of a leak,’ Martha says.
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After showing us how to organize under the sink, Martha tackles more underutilized areas that double as storage in almost every kitchen.
‘The space above your refrigerator is another space that oftentimes just goes unused. Store items up there that you don’t use as often,’ she says. ‘Open storage on an island is also very attractive, and this could be all open shelves for cookbooks, extra dishes, and glassware, but it’s also a great place for cabinets.’
In the footage, Martha demonstrates how she uses her hidden kitchen island storage to keep her pet’s food and toys out of sight.
‘I have lots of animals, so this is a great place for leashes and leads. It’s a great place for big containers of dry food and canned food, and also for dog toys. This maximizes the space, and it is really just an ideal use of what could be just wasted space,’ she says. ‘It’s a great place, too, because of this overhang, to put your dog’s water dishes and food dishes. Nobody’s going to be tripping on them.’
Whether you’re designing a new kitchen or looking to make the most of the unused areas you already have, Martha’s tips are as useful today as they were on the day they first aired.
If you’re a fan of the celebrity style section in Homes & Gardens, you may already know about my favorite hobby: Watching old Martha Stewart videos.
Lately, I’ve been finding solace in nostalgic clips of Martha, some dating back to the early 1980s. One recent discovery, her tips on small kitchen storage from 2025, showcases her timeless advice.
In the footage, Martha emphasizes the importance of ample storage space in a kitchen. She demonstrates a versatile tip: a pull-out drawer under the sink.
Watch On
Martha stresses the benefits of below-the-sink storage and how it can be optimized for cleaning products. She also recommends storing items above the refrigerator and using open storage on an island for cookbooks, dishes, and glassware.
In the video, Martha showcases her hidden kitchen island storage used for her pet’s belongings.
Martha also shares how she uses her island storage for her pets’ leashes, food, and toys, making it a functional and stylish solution.
“It’s a perfect way to make the most of the space, utilizing what would otherwise go to waste,” she explains. “The overhang is a great spot for your dog’s food and water bowls, keeping them out of the way so nobody will trip over them. Whether you’re planning a new kitchen or just trying to maximize your current space, Martha’s advice is just as relevant now as it was when she first shared it.”