Guest Groups: Chic Wooden Kitchen Cabinets
I love to bring the outdoors in by integrating natural, organic substances and shapes in my kitchen decor. Following is a roundup of smart wooden kitchen items, ranging from a kitchen table to functional serveware and fun accessories, that bring that pure touch I am looking for. Some are far more functional than others, but they are all naturally stunning! — Kathryne out of Cookie and Kate
Anthropologie
Symbology Coasters – $10
I am quite smitten with those coasters, which are made of sheesham wood inlaid with bone, mother-of-pearl, horn and resin from graphic layouts. I would like a set of all four!
Merchant No. 4
Teak Swan Ladle – $34
This swan ladle is made of teak wood from managed forests via a chemical-free process. It reminds me of some wooden spoons that I inherited from my grandma. With appropriate care, it would last for generations.
Crate&Barrel
Glass And Acacia Large Canister – $24.95
I’d gladly put my sugar and spices on screen in such acacia wood and glass canisters from Crate&Barrel. These are just the storage containers I have been hunting for.
Gretel Home
Whisk White – $26
The plan of the whisk, made of plastic and bamboo, was inspired by the stunning silhouette of this Italian cypress tree. It does kind of remind me!
Crate&Barrel
Parson’s Reclaimed Wood Top Dining Table With Natural Black Steel Base – $1,349
The traditional lines of the table appeal to me, as does the fact that the handcrafted wooden boards are manufactured from reclaimed hardwoods sourced from older ranches, bridges, wharves and even World War II military buildings. It’d make a gorgeous backdrop for my food photos.
Crate&Barrel
Olivewood Mortar and Pestle – $24.97
Following is a beautiful mortar and pestle made of sustainable olive oil with a century-old woodworking firm using ancient tools. Bonus: It is affordable too.
Design Within Reach
Nelson Select Tray – $499
This reissue of George Nelson’s 1961 tray is a stunner. The wooden veneers that create the starburst are made of walnut and santos palisander wood. It is a statement piece that comes with a statement price, but it was made to last for many, many years.
West Elm
Glass Bottles with Wood Stoppers – $19
Put your whiskey on screen with this beautiful glass bottle and natural wooden stopper out of West Elm. This would be a great present for a whiskey-loving lady or gent!
West Elm
Olive Wood Salad And Pasta Servers – $24
The easy, organic shapes of those olive oil salad servers are sheer perfection. The marbled grain would look beautiful from a vibrant, hearty salad served at the dining table.
Anthropologie
Greenside Planter, Antlers – $248
Designed by artist Marina Walsh, this gazelle-inspired planter with wooden antlers are the perfect accent piece at a bright , modern kitchen. I’d be pleased to have him perched in my own kitchen counter!
Anthropologie
Petrified Wood Trivet – $48
This polished, petrified wood slab is a real stunner. Anthropologie thinks it’s the ideal perch for hot dishes, but that I would also use it for decoration. It would be a beautiful base for a centerpiece of potted succulents.
Anthropologie
Kalama Bottle Opener – $18
I love the vibrant resin design on this fun wooden beer opener. It might make a great housewarming present. Get one for yourself and one for a buddy!
Pigeon Toe
Banded Wood Coasters – $80
This subdued set of four walnut coasters was handcrafted in salvaged timber and treated with a food-safe finish. They’d look so nice from a white lacquer or even marble-topped dining table.
Huset
Design House Stockholm Magnetic Whale Tong – $49
David Mayhew made these tongs in the shape of a whale. Not only are they functional and beautiful, but a portion of the profits goes to the Save the Whales base.
West Elm
Scandinavian Carved Wood Serveware, Chip Dip – $39
This acacia wood serving tray would make the conventional salsa and chips combination look extraordinary.
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Tree Tea Towel
Obviously, this towel is not made of timber, but I couldn’t resist including Thomas Paul’s fun tree-printed tea towel inside this roundup. The green piping around the edges makes it extra special.
Anthropologie
Two-Toned Wood Spreaders – $18
The handles of those small teak spreaders are dipped in white, glossy paint. They’d be perfect serving utensils for dips and spreads at parties.
Williams-Sonoma
Olive Wood Salt Keeper – $49.95
This olive oil salt box holds up to 2 oz of sea salt. The swiveling magnetic lid makes it easy to open and closed with one hand whilst cooking, and the stainless steel hinge means it is designed to last.
MoMA Store
Cosmetic Bottle Opener – $20
This fun wooden bottle opener would be a surefire conversation piece at parties. Use the nail leverage to start your bottle, and keep it in easy reach on the refrigerator, as a result of its own magnetic backing.
Amazon
Peugeot Fidji Pepper Mill 6-Inch, Wild Cherry – $45
Peugeot is famous for its quality pepper and salt grinders, also this Fidji pepper mill is as beautiful as it is functional. Thanks to its stainless steel top and cherry hardwood base, this pepper grinder is going to be a fixture in your table for years to come.
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