Counter Chic

{ Via: Ashley Stark }

Living in a house for the first time in many many years, I now have a large island. My first thought was "how am I going to decorate it?" I am a cook, and love the tools of the trade, but I don't display the goods. Are you Team have everything out at your disposal? Or Team only decorative items please? Even if you are somewhere in the middle, you will love this counter chic collection starting at $5.95

Acrylic Book Easel

So perfect for your cookbook. It's sleek and clearly chic.

Ballard Designs

                                                                                 

Marble Salt & Pepper Mills

If I had mills this marvelous I would keep them out. They are sold exclusively at....

Williams Sonoma

Nera Matte Mixing Bowls

Aren't these attractive? The silver lining is stainless steel. Also available in black only at

Crate and Barrel

Aluminum Woven Trivet
Shield your surfaces with style. I love how this practical piece also adds a touch of glam to the table and counter.

CB2

Beekman 1802 Fresh Air Hand & Body Wash

Well, I am in love with this hand and body wash. Each sink and shower in our home has one. There are different scents (no chemicals) and I love them all. But in my grey, black, and white kitchen, I keep the Fresh Air. Love the clean black and white bottle. The fragrance is also fresh and clean. $12

Beekman 1802

Granite Cutting Board

Now this is an upgrade to your average run of the mill cutting board. At least it would be for my kitchen. Looks way more than $26!

Birch Lane

 Geo Boho Dish Towel Set

If you have brown cabinets, these may brighten up your kitchen. The ultra absorbent set of three will make quick work of damp dishes and hands.

Render Goods

Madison Marble Paper Towel Holder

I don't even keep my paper towels on the counter. But if you do, even they can look glam with gold and a touch of marble.

West Elm

Porcelain Cup

Do you have a mish mash of coffee cups? Most people do. Consider replacing yours with these pretty porcelain pieces. They are only $5.95 each

H & M

Hera Gold Bowls

Service with an edge. Love these for nuts, olives, candy or even salt. Priced at under $20. They make a glam gift for hosts

CB2

Fasano Napkins

I just love these napkins. They are simple and clean with the whimsy of fanciful fringe.

Serena & Lily

Ona Smoked Glass Pitcher
This would look so good on my counter. I own it in clear, which you can find here. Both pitchers are perfect for water, wine, Bloody Mary's, Mimosas and more. Under $35

Crate and Barrel

Salamat Tundra Plate

Modern and minimalist. Loving the organic shape. Lovely as a decorative piece or for serving. Now 25% off at

Lulu and Georgia 

Marble & Brass Dip Bowls

Loved these at regular price. Now that they are on sale I adore them. So many uses. I would display fresh herbs while cooking, fill them with sesame sticks for guests having a drink around the island. The uses are endless. They are so lovely!

West Elm

Cafe Express Toaster

Some leave their toaster out at all times, but I never have. This design is really attractive though. Made by GE and on sale at 

Crate and Barrel

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H & M

Counter Chic: Back In The Kitchen

With the days getting shorter and the nights longer, it seems that I am back in the kitchen, more than usual.  This scenario will continue as the autumn holidays unfold. The heart of our homes should be a place to gather, cook, and entertain....with style. What kind of kitchen keeper are you?  Do you like to have all of your utensils handy, or organized and put away? Some of us like to display everything and others like a chic clean counter. I fall into the latter. Here's inspiration on how to get that look. Many of these items also make stylish
 host gifts, too. 

Band Glass Pitcher

Simple and sophisticated. This perfect pitcher goes from counter to dining table with style.
CB2

Michael Aram Cocoon Lights
Shine a light on your chic counters or islands with these fabulous handcrafted pendants. 
Gracious Style

Handmade Gold-Dipped Dinnerware

Delightfully fanciful and so very interesting. 

Food52

Dualit Toasters

With a toaster this luxe, I may be tempted to leave it on the counter. But if gold isn't your thing, you'll love all of the other haute hues. And besides just looking good, it is one heck of a terrific toaster.

Sur La Table

Nambe Coffee Pod Carousel
Those little K cups are handy but not very good looking. Now you can turn your K-cup display into an artful, yet functional, piece for your counter top. Shop the collection at
Neiman Marcus

Entertaining Kitchen
Cooking is theater with the MacKenzie-Childs new Entertaining Kitchen Collection. Chic checks and fab Fall florals are the stars of the show in your own kitchen.
MacKenzie-Childs

Stagg Pour Over Kettle
I love mine. Besides good looking, you get the perfect pour every time. And it comes with its' own thermometer so your coffee can be at the exact temperature you want. 
I use mine for tea water.
A + R

Shades Of Black & White
Sleek and sexy. the beautiful pearled flatware by Capdeco and Carrara collection by Vista Alegre are a winning combination. for your black and white kitchen!
Alchemy Fine Home

KitchenAid Limited Edition
My grey and black kitchen would faint if I introduced a soft color as shown above. But the girly girl in me does think it is beautiful. That hob nail bowl is not available everywhere. You'll find this style and many others on sale at 
Williams Sonoma 

Jonathan Adler Muse Bowl
Do you start your day with lemon water? Look into it, and store your lemons in this fun bowl. Actually it is good for anything. A very chic and clever gift, too.
Horchow

The Ivalo Collection
Understated elegance. These are great and certainly not your Grandma's canisters. Use them for storing and serving.
Amara

TVS America
 These pans are perfect for those of you with beige and white kitchens. Made in Italy, this cookware is well designed and affordably priced.  Plus take 20% off with 
Code: AUTUMN

Kaufman Mercantile



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