Functional Kitchen Flourishes

Try these practical solutions to give your workspace a homespun vibe:

Paint the interiors of open cabinets white to draw attention to cookbooks and dishware.

Choose clear glass canisters so you can quickly grab your most-used recipe ingredients.

Lay down a neutral-toned rug to pick up sink spills and break up the hardwood flooring.

Arrange decorative elements above upper cabinets in small groupings with space in between.

Fashion a divided sink skirt from feed sacks, and then add a bottom ruffle made from a dish towel that features contrasting colors.

Make your collectibles do double duty: Here, a crock becomes a vase, and a wire egg basket works as a fruit bowl.

Keep a raised wooden breadboard on the counter for easy access when needed for cooking duties. When not in service, it’s a great base for seasonal vignettes.