Stylish Ways to Store Herbs in Your Home: A Project

Welcome to the Blog today, Friends!

It’s such a pleasure to have you visit as I share a little project that turned out beautifully. How many of you cook with herbs—both dried and fresh? I am a big believer in using herbs to season food while cutting back on salt. A sprinkle of thyme, a pinch of rosemary, or a dash of basil can transform the simplest dish into something memorable.

The joy of cooking with herbs is not just in the flavor but in the creativity. You can take a recipe you’ve made countless times and give it new life simply by switching the herbs. A roast chicken with lemon and parsley tastes entirely different when seasoned with sage and garlic. That’s the magic tucked into these tiny leaves.

But as wonderful as herbs are, storing them can sometimes be tricky. Little jars and packets have a way of multiplying, don’t they? That’s why I’m so delighted with this storage idea—it keeps herbs within easy reach while adding a touch of charm to the kitchen. Instead of hiding them in a cupboard, why not give them a pretty, dedicated space? Think of small glass jars with handwritten labels, nestled on a tray or displayed on a wall rack. Not only does it make cooking more convenient, but it also turns your herbs into part of the décor.

It’s a simple solution that blends practicality with beauty—two of my favorite things. And every time you reach for a sprig of rosemary or a bit of mint, you’ll be reminded of how lovely the everyday can be when it’s thoughtfully arranged.

Here is the full shelf, set on feet and placed in an unused space in the kitchen. The cabinet measures eight feet tall, three feet wide, and six inches deep. It was built from two 8′ 1×6 boards for the uprights, and six 6′ 1×6 boards cut in half to form the shelves as well as the top and bottom. A single fixed shelf in the middle adds stability, leaving nine adjustable shelves whose heights can be changed as needed.

A shelf pin jig was used to create the holes for the shelf pins at 1¼” spacing. This makes the shelves endlessly adaptable, allowing for different configurations to fit jars of varying heights, with a bit of extra space for hanging herbs or garlic.

The wooden feet were created by fitting a ⅞” dowel through drilled holes in both the bottom shelf and the feet themselves. Once glued in place, the dowels provide excellent support, making the shelving unit very sturdy. An L-bracket was also secured at the top, fastening the shelving to the wall.

Now the piece stands firmly in place, ready to hold a variety of jars and containers for herb storage. Everything is visible, neatly organized, and easy to reach—bringing both function and a touch of charm to the kitchen.

Each jar is neatly labeled and topped with a wooden, reusable lid that fits snugly into the glass bottom. The herbs are stored out of direct sunlight, which means they will keep their flavor and freshness for quite some time without deteriorating.

There is also space to hang lavender, garlic, and other herbs, allowing them to dry naturally before being tucked into jars. In the case of garlic it allows easy access and looks really interesting hanging in a bunch the shelf. The bundles not only keep the herbs handy but also add a rustic charm to the kitchen—they look really wonderful swaying gently as they dry.

A variety of essential oils are also in a handy location. It’s a great space for storing loose leaf teas as well.

On the lower shelf, you can spot a few bags of herbs waiting to be transferred into jars—a little reminder that there’s always more to do. That’s work for another day.

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This was a project that turned out exactly as imagined and now lives in my daughter’s apartment courtesy of her very talented Dad. We took it there in pieces and assembled it on site—it didn’t take long at all. Now Emily can easily put together some great meals flavored by these wonderful dried herbs.

Thanks for joining me here today for this project. It turned out beautifully and transformed some unused space into very useful storage.