I am umcertain on when did the update took place, but here it goes anyway ... your niftier Items Chest.
Drop down menu of types of items in the chest.
If you remember picture more than the name, you could use the grid option. Just click on the item that you wish to use.
If you remember the name of the item thatyou wish to use, ypu can use the Search icon and type on the name of the item.
I like this new interface very much, just like using those in Farmville or Cityville.