The Kitchen (Part 1)

Hi everyone! Well, if you know me, I *love* nick-knacks.  However, I am really trying hard to "minimize" just a little.  If you look at the kitchen island, guess what, no clutter whatsoever.

The island is clutter free and will be used as a a prep space when cooking, just as it should be. =) Join me and I'll walk you through the kitchen and show a few changes I've made.

I added this Iron Embellishment above the kitchen window and moved the curtain valances back to showcase it.

I added this Bon Appetite sign over the refrigerator.

I made changes on top of the kitchen cabinets.  I added two candle sconces on either side of the hood and added a wire cloche and placed a plant inside it.

A close up!

Here is the other side of the cabinets, the only difference is the metal pineapple basket filled with a few artichokes.

Now onto the corner cabinet.

Mr. Rooster sits perched on a bed of leaves and two baskets are filled with grapes, artichokes, and wine corks. Here is a close-up!

Below is what is what I refer to as...The Coffee Station. The Espresso-Latte maker, the regular coffee maker, and coffee grinder! ;)

Below is another cabinet on the other side of the sink. 

 Lighting is a big deal for me.  I love adding lamps in the kitchen.  It really does make it feel cozy on a rainy day, or any evening for that matter.

Here is another light.

Below are a few glass jars I filled with a plant and artichokes.

Fruit always makes a great centerpiece.

Baskets of greenery are an easy way to accessorize any corner in the kitchen.

I will share the rest of the kitchen in one of my next posts.  I re-vamped one little area, changed a few items on the wall, so stay tuned! =)  Have a great day everyone! xo ~Liz
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