Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Adding Country Touches to the Kitchen

Hello everyone!

How is your week going so far?  Mine has been very busy, but at least I'm getting a lot done.  Despite being busy, I found some time to change a few things around in my kitchen.  It was triggered by something new I got for Mother's Day.  

I got this blue and white striped rug.


It looks like a Dash and Albert rug, but it isn't!  It's from Hook Loom.  They guarantee their rugs will not fade or shrink.  They are handwoven in India.  I found their website in a magazine and decided to give them a try.  I'm very happy with it so far!  Here is their website if you want to look around.  hookandloom.com  

Now, I can enjoy it every time I'm at the sink (which is A LOT)!


So, you know how one thing changes and then there is suddenly that domino effect going on?  Well, that is what happened here.  I decided to bring in some more pops of blue into the kitchen.  I brought in some of my blue ball jars.


And I hung a grain sack beside my cabinets.


Then I spruced up the area next to my sink by removing a lamp and replacing it with an old pitcher of flowers.  


So now I have a little bit of color and the country look that I still love.


I also found this old bucket and decided to place fresh lavender in it.


It sits on top of a stool on the other side of the kitchen.


I think the warmer temps outside are making me crave a country summer look inside.

Now, if only I had an ocean and beach nearby,  I'd be set!

Thanks for stopping by!

~ Kelly ~

27 comments:

  1. It always looks so nice, Kelly!

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  2. Love your bucket and the lavender! The rug and grainsack look so nice in the kitchen.

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  3. Love your new rug, Kelly! You always find the most lovely accents. Everything is so pretty!

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  4. Yes, where's the beach? Love the new rug and touches of blue added.

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  5. Love the changes Kelly! Can I ask where you bought the bunch of fresh lavender...I've been looking for some.

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  6. Love the new touches and the rug is so pretty! It's funny because I DO have an ocean and a beach nearby, and you know what??? I hardly ever go there! Lol! I'm actually not a fan of the beach...too much sand, it's hot, then the sand sticks to your skin, etc. Ha! Every once in a while, my boys will make me go with them and it's not so bad once I get there. :) Plus there's a Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory near by. :)

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  7. Kelley, I love your blue touches. Your kitchen is cheerful. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  8. Your new rug is fabulous....love all the touches of blue you have added :o) I am off to check out their site!
    ~Des

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  9. Cute rug and touches of blue! I have an old bucket filled with lavender, too :)
    Susan

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  10. Love the skirted cabinet! I've always wanted to try that & I never have so simple & lovely. Visiting from Savvy Southern Style:)

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  11. Luv the new rug. The touches of blue , very pretty.
    Sigh, I am landlocked as well. Nearest beach being Daytona. Someday it'll get my beach side cottage ;)
    Hugs, Gee

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  12. Love your changes, Kelly, especially the rug and lavender...

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  13. Looks like a picture right out of southern living!

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  14. Looks like a picture right out of southern living!

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  15. Looks like a picture right out of southern living!

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  17. Love your new rug...and love your kitchen too!! Your home would be beautiful with a Country Summer look.
    hugs,
    Cindy

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  18. I'm LOVING the new rug Kelly! Thanks for the website! heading there now... :)

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  19. The new rug is a great addition, Kelly. Your kitchen always looks lovely.

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  20. I am redundant in my comments - I will say it again - I love your style.

    Love the bucket of lavender, the grain sack piece hanging by a cupboard and that rug.

    I am heading over to check out their website.

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  21. Love it all but my favorite is the bucket of lavender!!

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  22. Kelly, I love all your new touches around your kitchen. Great rug!

    Cynthia

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  23. Your new rug is lovely! The blue and white is just perfect.
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  24. Lovin that rug....and those ball jars...swoon.....<3
    xx
    Anne

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  25. Love all of these little additions!

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Thanks for letting me know you visited today. Kelly