Things I Do NOT Own | Homemaker Minimalism 

I think a part of me died when you said that you could set a glass on top of a book one stead of a coaster. 😫 I am not a coaster person either but I love my books way too much to be setting wet glasses on them haha.

I own an instapot, crock pot, vita mix, blender, immersion blender, and food processor and use them all! I eat mostly plant based and never red meat so all of these get heavily used. I do have a storage pantry so they get housed there.

I am the opposite! I have a food processor but not a blender, because I almost never make smoothies. I have a very low-profile stick immersion blender instead for when I need to blend a soup or the rare smoothie. I got a stand-mixer because I knew I would use a lot of the specialty attachments - pasta roller, meat grinder, ice cream bowl, etc., so for me it's actually space saving to have one machine to do all that. Minimalism is all about knowing what YOU need for your specific lifestyle. 😊

I’ll never give up my stand mixer. SO much more versatile than anything else I own. Also, you have the little oven from OurPlace….on your counter in most IG stories. That counts as an air fryer, toaster oven, etc.

For the occasion when you wish you had a coaster, flip a plastic mason jar lid upside down. I know you have those around! Double use items don't have to be sold as such🤪

It’s crazy how minimalists all view priorities differently. I have coasters because I love my wood table and don’t want it ruined. I have a Kitchenaid on my counter but bake breads with yeast and not sourdough because I hate the extra tools you need for sourdough. My cookbooks are in a cupboard and yours are showing. That would drive me crazy. I use metal sponges and I have a sink storage for them because I don’t want it sitting directly on my sink. It’s pretty funny!

I had a stand mixer and felt the same way until my hands rebelled. I was a hairdresser for many years. Now she's a great friend!

Hey Sarah, I would LOVEEEE it if you would consider doing a video on stainless steel pan care. I’m currently trying to steer away from nonstick, but I feel that stainless steel requires more maintenance to keep clean. Maybe it’s simple and it’s just me but I would love to see how you take care of yours!

Great video! I'm getting married this year and a question I often get is "Where is your registry?" or "Why don't you have a registry?". My simple answer is that I really don't feel the need to own more stuff. I have a couple kitchen appliances and a few home goods that I have thrifted or gotten used from my family members. I also live in a small apartment that my fiance will be moving into and there really is not much room for more things. Instead I have a "home fund" that people can contribute to so when we do have a bigger space or I do feel that I am lacking something I can buy it out of necessity! Thanks for sharing your process of separating "need" from "want"!

Stand mixer and food processor is my two top favourites. I do bread by hand and everything else in between these two machines. I love them and in my opinion a kitchen aid is a piece of beauty on the counter. ❤

I’ve never owned a toaster. My family never had one growing up- we always make toast with buttered bread on the pan on the stove. Pan-fried toast is the best. 🤤

I love my KitchenAid for kneading bread (don't have a bread machine). I got rid of my knife block on the counter so I could fit her and I couldn't be happier 😊 Fun video!

The air fryer is nice in the summer because it doesn't heat up the house. We don't have AC and my husband doesn't like me using the stove or oven in the summer.

I could just listen to you talk for 3 hours like a podcast. these videos make me so calm while also help me to re evaluate the way I live

The 8qt instant pot is also a slow cooker so you could have 2 in one.

Love this old school Sarah video! I've been a fan since you gave birth to Elizabeth :) I also don't own an air fryer, but I LOVE my instant pot. If you end up trying it again, the instant pot pressure cooker also has a slow cooker setting. I make bone broth, hard boiled eggs, rice, oatmeal, taco meat, etc. and it cooks everything perfectly. My electric kettle and instant pot are my two must have appliances in my kitchen.

I honestly love my glass storage containers! I made the switch a couple years ago and haven’t look back since!

Love the idea of borrowing the appliance you are planning to buy. Great way to see how easy/complicated it is. I think I’ll do that with my mom’s bread machine. Thanks!

I’m gonna say this and I don’t want it to come off as like being mean or anything but you have a lot of storage space in your kitchen like cabinetry wise, but understand that it is a very big privilege. I have a very small kitchen with not a lot of storage space in cabinets that close so things are out and it does feel cluttered but I don’t really have another option. Again I’m not judging I’m just saying be thankful that you have the space that you do in the storage space that you have.

You don’t own an air fryer now? What did you do with your Wonder Oven from Our place? 🙃

I’m surprised to see you have a microwave!

Maybe use some parchment paper, couple of layers on the board to cut your meats. Ceramic or glass will dull your knives. just a helpful hint.

Just found your channel .... loving it. Things I don't own: A microwave, I hate them and non stick cookware because it's toxic. no pressure cooker, no air fryer ...just seems uselss. ... I do own a lot of kitchen stuff because most of the food going in my pantry is grown myself, so my kitchen is also very busy...but it's always encouraging to see what types of things you can do without too.

I don't have a bread maker or a hand mixer because I have a stand mixer and it goes in a cabinet.

I see your knife block!! A lot of minimalists have ditched it and stored the knives in the drawer instead. Same with the wooden spoons. I love it! Thanks for all your tips. I always love it when it's kitchen themed because I feel like that's the most clutter spot in the house.

I used to use a bread machine the way you do and I loved it but I couldn’t make bread without it and I was so intimidated. Then my bread machine broke and I already had a stand mixer so I gave in and taught myself to use the stand mixer instead and I really find it’s easier and more versatile!

I LOVE my stand mixer, Instant Pot, slow cookers ( I have several in different sizes) , and our counter top convection oven/air fryer, so I don't have to waste money heating up my big oven . I will always have these kitchen appliances.

Sarah, you're awesome! The aesthethics in this video are so beautiful, and then your sweet personality really shines through 💛 Bless you and the fam! Lots of love from long time follower🌻

I love seeing how differently other people manage their kitchens! For me I definitely keep lots of duplicate items around because I do some INTENSE gardening and food preservation in the summer. My multiple large mixing bowls are used to haul gobs of fresh produce into the kitchen, my multiple cutting boards are often lined up as an assembly line, and my multiple large pots are usually either simmering a tomato sauce or plain water for blanching produce. Sure, I could accomplish all this with just one pot, bowl, and cutting board, but it would greatly slow me down during a season when I need to optimize my time! Not saying this to bash minimalism or anything! We all do minimalism differently and I like to think that by keeping around extra tools for growing and preserving our food, I can be more minimalist in other ways like grocery shopping and meal planning. I loved this video because it did get me thinking deeply about things I may or may not still need to keep around in my own kitchen.

An air fryer generally uses less electricity than an oven and you can prepare a lot of different foods in it. Often the food is prepared faster.

I'm so happy you came back to youtube im loving the new content its so wholesome ❤❤

I LOVE my pressure cooker bc I’m all about multi-use appliances and my InstaPot is also a slow cooker, rice cooker, and can be used as a pan to sauté

Would love a video on how you organize your kitchen! We only have a tiny pantry

I totally agree with everything you say here, I too hate the little clutter dust catcher things, and all those extra appliances and pots. I appreciate your shopping tips and your store on Amazon, have added many items to my list!

You talking about the concept of multiples spoke to me on another level. Finally someone who would understand me when I say "if I don't need it, or am not willing to replace the one I already have, then I don't get it" ..

Love your declutter suggestions

I couldn’t agree more! Actually you just inspired me to go and declutter as soon as possible! 💜

Great video and good ideas to help minimise! Thank you, I enjoy your chat!

Hello OG Sarah! Hehe been watching you since the old days and you are a HUGE inspiration. Great vid ❤

lol I have the same exact water bottle next to me as I'm typing! was a gift from two dear friends and I LOVE it!!

counter clutter and counter clutter! love these examples, totally feel the same about paper towels and organizers, with the added benefit of not having to clean or dust another surface!

You can still use air fryer and use oil. I use air fryer and I either spray food with avocado oil before putting it in or put it on my food afterwards. I also use my instapot and crockpot a lot. It’s so convenient when you meal prep. I have been freezer prepping my meats and then thawing them out and cooking them either in instapot or crockpot. I could see it very beneficial for a big family like yours. You should definitely invest in those! I also love my recently purchased food processor, it’s so easy to shred cabbage for when I make sauerkraut, also I love shredding my own cheese.

After 2020 a deep freeze and second fridge are essential. We only shop Costco once a month and try to only shop fruits and vegetables once a week but everything else biweekly.

I agree 99%! I do have coasters because I think they are cute and we use them constantly. I probably will never have a stand mixer. It kinda saddens me, but I can't get over the idea of it taking up so much space 😬 I grew up in a cluttered kitchen and we didn't use half the stuff. I get really stressed working in a cluttered space. Love your videos Sarah! 😃

It was interesting to hear all your thoughts! It's always good to question if you have things you don't often use that you can let go of to have less clutter... Especially visual clutter... It's the worst!

I have one appliance that does everything, slow cooking, pressure cooking, air frying, sautéing, etc. I would not have multiple appliances for all of those functions! I would do without too

I started getting rid of plastic kitchen ware in during the holidays and my goal for this year is to be completely plastic free for kitchen storage by the end of it. I noticed sooo much plastic flaking off so I've slowly been transitioning the things I can.

I guess I'm surprised that I have very similar restrictions / unneeded items to you, lol. I have always considered myself a maximalist, but between having a small kitchen and no desire for unused appliances, I got rid of a ton of stuff, including the bohemeth kitchen aid stand mixer that everyone was shocked I got rid of. I had it for 5 years and only used it once! Unnecessary! Always nice to hear your perspective and see what you are working on ;) I put the scrubbing things on my amazon wishlist!

I would love to see more videos like this!

So interesting how all homemakers are unique. I love my stand mixer but I wouldn't want it hanging out on my counter either, so she has her own little cabinet. On the other hand, I DESPISE microwaves, and it's strange to me when I see one in a kitchen.

I loved this video I started following you back in your og page. This was the content I fell in love with. Still love your current content tho! My kitchen is super minimal, too much overwhelms me. I don’t do any extra cookers other than oven, and microwave. I hate storing things too. Great reminder we don’t have to have it ALL to put a delicious meal on the table for our families 🤍

I love your kitchen❤.

New subscriber! Love your channel and your values! Keep it going 👍

I don’t use an air fryer cuz I don’t like fried foods, an air fryer is just the fastest way to re heat anything or cook things in smaller quantities or cook things faster than an oven and use less energy

I love my stand mixer! I use it so much! I have the attachment dor a blender for smoothies or blending something into a powder and it is amazing. ❤ I am too minimilistic. But in my kitchen I love what I use. ❤ I must add. When we built our house. We planned a walk in pantry. And I have a space to put all my appliances I will always use. So aLL i have us the stand mixer. And a few odd things

I followed you yesterday 🎉. I enjoyed your video. I just wanted you to know. I like your peaceful vibe. Thank you

Love the advice, Sarah. Can you please let me know where you got that cute toaster? Love the color!

I have been washing kitchen sponges for quite some time, you can was them on 60°C, I cannot tell you have many many many times, eventually they will become thinner but it really takes them a long time. I tried with the cheaper ones as well as the more pricey ones and must say even the cheapiest ones last quite some time without becoming thin, but also after they become so, they still are just as good. 😊

I love our air fryer! It replaced our toaster and microwave. So nice for warming up small things, and I’ve even made bread in it! I didn’t get one for years, but I found one at a thrift store for $7 in great condition!

Keep what you use and have the space for. I live in a very hot environment where we normally see triple digits for half a year so I use the crockpot, instant pot, and air fryer. We do not like to use the stove during those hot months nor does anyone wish to stand over the grill outside.

This was a great video. Thank you for sharing. For me, I don’t have the bread maker. But bake bread often in my oven. But I do have two Stand mixers. One no name, and one Kitchen aid. I use them both often. I have a 12 person family. And often have guests over. Teen guests. And have four Teen children. All that to say, I do think if you like the instant pot when barrowing it. And are debating on getting a Slow cooker because you miss having one. The instant pot has a slow cook option. If you bite the bullet on another appliance I truly suggest the larger Instant pot with multi purposes. They even have one that has air fry lol. Yogurt setting. All the things. ❤

I don’t own a stand mixer. I was strongly my husband get me one for my birthday in 2 weeks. But you just saved us about $300 and we’re getting a bread machine instead! Super cool that it bakes the bread too 😅

I know you said you don't like sponges & I don't either, but.... Skoy makes a very thin machine washable sponge cloth which is, IMO, perfect in the kitchen. They're inexpensive so I bought enough to change out every day. I throw them in the washer along with other kitchen towels & air dry. They never smell & last a long time - I am still using those I bought in Sept 2020.

Amazing video ❤❤❤❤❤

I bought the bread maker you have and LOVE it for bread. Could you do a video making the alternative items for it? 😊

I got rid of my InstantPot. It just wasn't for me. So I offered it up on a free community group and allowed another mom to have one to use. I do however have 2 stand mixers. Both a 5 qt tilt head and 6 qt bowl lift as well as almost all the attachments and they are used a lot. I don't make bread (GF due to Celiac and don't tolerate yeast) but use them for other things. I also have 8 Le Creuset pieces that again are used a lot as well as our multi clad stainless steel pieces. Love the versatility of them all. I also use glass containers. Oh and LOVE my Fiestaware pieces - plates, bowls, serving pieces, mugs, etc. Safe and made in America. And all the colors together are pretty.

I love your cardigan! 😍

I would love a video on how to use a bread machine! I purchased the one you suggested and haven’t used it one time! 😢

great words about airfryers and oil :)

Plastic cutting boards also dill your knives.

Lots of good ideas unfortunately attitude and presentation your better then others and we should be acculading you. I watched though however i won't again so many others who give advise and ideas without the - I'm so clever ¿

Please tell me where you got your apron! It took me forever to get rid of my plastic cutting boards too haha! My hold up was finding a wooden one without glue. Then I finally got to the point where I was like what is worse? Glue or plastic shavings?

Everyone has to do what is good for them

I purchased a ninja foodi and love it. It is a slow cooker, an air fryer and pressure cooker in one. I always love multipurpose appliances.

I keep my stand mixer in my pantry but I do use it everyday. Don’t own a bread mixer.

Off topic but I love Sarah's bangs 😍

I LOVE my Instant Pot (pressure cooker) sooo much!! I just made pork ribs the other night and after 35 mins in there they were super tender. Last week I made chicken bone broth and the week before beef broth! Its an incredible tool for me.

totally agree with your thought process but i prefer slightly different things! i don't have a toaster and don't want one. i use my broiler and put the bread on a cookie sheet also i have a stand mixer and love it. I use it most often for shredding chicken breast which i do at least weekly. also use it for some sandwich loaves

I love my air fryer. It makes making grilled chicken super easy and that’s what I eat for lunch .

I cannot see if anyone has commented on this. I'm interested to know. If you needed to cut raw meat. Would you use the wooden chopping board forget too? Just thinking about contami action from raw meats to other foods. Thank you Sue

Pressure cooker for me is a SAVINGGGG GRACE! Like you mentiones haha

I love your videos! Always nice to see how other people do things for ideas! Also, a chemical reaction happens between the carbs and fats and it’s just terrible in general for your body to deep fry. Just look into it bc yes fats are definitely great for you but not deep frying, even with natural oils due to chemistry

Instead of cellophane. I found that you can use beeswax wraps. They are reusable and come in various sizes. I have 6 and they had not fit a container yet. They seal better and don't stick into that frustrating mess 😊

Hello! I would love to know your Breakfast, lunch, and dinner flows forgetting the meals on the table while also managing the rest of your day (Eg kids waking up and getting them ready, etc) and the clean up of the meals. I saw the kitchen closing and enjoyed that! But how does meal prep and everything work when your kids are homeschooling? Maybe your husband helps a lot? Thanks!

I HATE sponges too... I use microfibre cloths . But i LOOOOVE Coasters... I do have a Coaster Holder though, so they can be put away neatly after using them. 😊

Last year I cleared out so many gadgets and small appliances that my Ninja IQ and stand mixer could do, that cleared out about 2 large drawers and 2 large cabinets that allowed me to space out our bakeware and cookware. I have 5 Lodge cast iron pieces- 3 skillets, a Dutch Oven and one griddle, a Staub Dutch Oven, 4 All Clad Stainless Steel pots (2 are the same 1qt pots that I generally use a lot), 2 slow cookers, one dedicated to making my 2 Labs food. As for sponges, my hospital has Laboratory week and asked people to bring in common household items to test on- the sponge and SOS scrub pad had the most bacteria growth and the owners said they made sure to clean them really well the night before 🤢- I only use Norwex dish cloths and change them out every day just like my hand towels. I don’t own a bread maker or air fryer. You have convinced me to get rid of my plastic cutting boards, I have 4 wood ones in various sizes. I keep a folding dish rack as I don’t have a dishwasher at this moment but once the dishes are washed they are dried and put away immediately as is the rack. I am not one to keep anything in my counters except my coffee maker, electric kettle and stand mixer, everything is behind closed doors of a 24” pantry dedicated to my small appliances and bakeware and canisters. I keep only 1 dish soap brand in a bulk container and pour into the dispenser that is part of my sink- we use that for both dishes and handwashing at the sink, I keep a pretty pump bottle with hand lotion at the sink, all my cleaning cloths are Norwex and I make my own cleaning solutions with vinegar, Dawn, baking soda, Dr. Bonners plain castor soap, peroxide, rubbing alcohol citrus peels and essential oils which means I don’t have to have to have a closet or cabinet just for multiple and different cleaning products. For me, less is more, mostly non-toxic, reusable (we are phasing out ziploc bags and buying reusable stasher bags, glass snap loc containers and the Zwilling Vacuum Storage kit). All this isn’t because I am an eco zealot, but I am tired of waste and rebuying disposable stuff. We downsized a few years ago and when I was packing, I donated 3-5 of the same things I had accumulated over the years- cook and bakeware (I had 5 sets of each), 4 sets of dish ware and serve ware, hand mixers, 3 toasters, 2 blenders, an InstaPot we never used, gadgets, utensils of every kind, and let’s not speak of the towels and bedding and furniture in storage- we knew of 2 young couples just starting out and they literally furnished their apartments with all that stuff we had accumulated over 30 years. We are not minimalists in the purist sense but we have minimized to where we have kept only what is necessary or well loved and makes us smile (like decor items we have collected and still love and our now adult children’s artwork in frames).

Hi! A perfect video, as usual. A question: what do you personally think about plastic containers Tupperware? At first this plastic was for medical purposes to be safe and "travelled" to kitchens.

This video finally convinced me get rid of plastic cutting boards I use for meat. Got a glass one instead. Should have done this a long time ago.

Honestly love my slow cooker for church day meals or times when I'm out of the house and short on time, but pressure cooker we bought this year and that's because I'm starting to do more canning. Also don't have much of the "norm," but struggle to get counters completely empty due to size of kitchen vs our family size (9), but working towards that in the future. Also no stand mixer here, don't even use the handheld very often :/

An instant pot can be all of thoes first 3 items i use mine for significantly more than just that too but yes i value liss being more

I have a stand mixer that does not sit on my counter. I can’t fit it under my cabinets 😂 i love having it stored away

I use my pressure cooker for everything. Number 1 must have since getting married.

Do you have a recommendation for the wooden cutting board and where to buy it?

How do you clean your cutting board?

What brand are your aprons? I've been looking for a good one for a couple years now and they look perfect

Sarah, where’s that sweater from? Did u thrift it? I noticed it on IG awhile back and I LOVe it😍

Thanks for your videos Sarah. What container do you use to store your flour?

Sarah I just love your hair style, so much that I cut my long lanky hair just like yours! Next is color....wish I could carry off that red shade that beautifies you so much. I hope you always keep your hair short -- so easy, sassy and free! I also appreciate your talking about God and the Bible, so needed in this decadent world. Keep on preaching and being true to yourself sister!

I was gifted a paper towel holder that basically takes up my entire counter. I have been feeling so guilty for wanting to get rid of it.

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