1. Get creative by using a magnetic refrigerator rack with dowels and hooks to hang dishcloths, paper towels, and measuring spoons. Bonus points for a spacious shelf that allows you to store spices and other essentials.

Promising review: "I live in a tiny 420-square-foot cottage so space is at a premium. This thing sticks to the side of my fridge with no issue, it's sturdy. it can hold the weight of my mixing attachments for my KitchenAid, my potholders, kitchen shears, two drying towels, and the various cling wraps and Ziploc bags that I have at the top.

Since I already have a paper towel holder, I repurposed the one on this one to put a roll of parchment paper on it instead. Not only is this functional but it's incredibly good looking." — E.

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Or, if you don't need extra shelves, opt for a simple magnetic paper towel holder instead. Try to remove as many items from the counter as you can *without* getting rid of 'em entirely so you have more space to work with. Promising review: "I love this.

It’s perfect for my small kitchen. I hate having stuff on the counters since my kitchen is so small . I used it vertically instead of horizontally.

Works perfectly, and it is sturdy." — Laura Caballero Get it from Amazon for $14.99 .

3. Snag some magnetic spice jars and clear out that messy drawer or cabinet once and for all. If you're fresh out of fridge space, get a magnetic board that you can add to the side of your cabinet and attach th.