The Dollar Tree Find That Makes Storing Condiments Easy

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Dollar Tree is a great place to find hidden gems for cooking supplies. The discount haven is a great place to find affordable glassware, table linen, and even catering supplies. But what many do-it-yourselfers (aka DIY-ers) have discovered is that the Dollar Store's low-priced items are perfect for experimenting and customizing. That's how people discovered that lazy Susans, sold for only $1, making perfect storage containers for any condiments you might have. The ability to rotate at any time also makes it ideal for barbecues or other large gatherings where guests can sift through their choice of condiments.

The YouTube Channel The Daily DIYer showed how you can take a charger plate (or large serving style plate) and customize the lazy Susan to be a base. First, spray paint it a complementary color to the charger plate, then add food-grade silicone gel like the Silicone RTV 4500 Food Contact Safe High Strength Silicone Sealant sold at Amazon. Finally, let the rim of the lazy Susan dry for at least 24 hours before first use. The silicone will give the plate some grip on the rim of the lazy Susan. The top plate is ideal for larger items, such as mayonnaise, olive oil, and other condiments, while the bottom plate section of the lazy Susan is perfect for smaller items, including napkins, salt packets, and even toothpicks.

Lazy Susans come in all shapes and sizes. While smaller ones are great for condiments, larger ones are typically placed in the middle of the table and used as a way to pass food around to other diners. Having a lazy Susan with a variety of cooking oils near the stove is a hot tip for home cooks.

While lazy Susans have a lot of utility on the dinner table, they also serve as a great organization hack for your kitchen cabinets. Things like spices, canned food, and Tupperware are all good things to store in lazy Susans. Some homes even have lazy Susans installed in the corners of cabinetry for more space and quicker access to items. This unique hack can also be a place to store sauces in the refrigerator. If you really want to step up your kitchen game, this dollar store lazy Susan can even be used as a replacement for a cake turntable to decorate cakes for a fraction of the cost.