Crafty Kitchen Critters Review

Animal décor for the kitchen

*Intro Image: Farmhouse Collection of Potholders for the Kitchen created by MountainLilyDesigns5 on Etsy

Animals are loved by almost everyone, so it is no surprise to see someone's favorite animal displayed as a design on many items.  Kitchens are an easy and fun place to show off your love for the animal of your choice, as there are so many areas that lend themselves to this type of décor.

Since I am a crafter, I love to show off the clever creations by my fellow crafters.  On many handmade sites, especially Etsy, one can find any animal that appeals to you. Whatever you need, from kitchen towels to potholders to signs and more, this 'kitchen critter' guide will give you a place to start.

Farm Animal Décor

Many kitchens are designed with a country décor and animal lovers can easily find items with images of any or all of their favorite farm animals.

Cow Cannister Set

Cows are probably at the top of the list when it comes to animal décor in a country kitchen.  I have noticed that sheep are also loved by many. 

Pictured above is a cute set of cow canisters for your kitchen. This is a vintage set curated by Jay for the Etsy Shop Funky Flamingoau. 

Dating to the 1970s–early 1980s, these jars were made for the export giftware market and are perfect for adding a touch of cottage kitchen or country décor to any home. The set includes three matching canisters with their original hinged lids, showing gentle age wear and one missing inner plastic seal, which does not affect their use for everyday storage or display. A wonderful nostalgic set for a farmhouse kitchen, cow collector or retro décor lover.

Cats and Dogs

Sack Flour Kitchen Towel

If you want an animal décor in your kitchen that is not country-themed, cats and/or dogs are most likely the next big favorite.

For owners of Labrador Retrievers, this is the most adorable kitchen towel I ever saw. Handmade and found in the Etsy shop of 2ndNatureByHand.  Design printed on a flour sack kitchen towel.

Woodland Creatures

Woodland Animals Cloth Napkins

After farm animals and cats & dogs, comes any number of nature's woodland creatures.

Looking through the choices on Etsy, for instance, it is easy to see that the fox is very popular.  Depending on where you live, woodland animals in décor favorites range from large animals such as bears and moose, to the smaller squirrels, frogs, and especially owls. There is no end to the variety available. 

This featured set of Woodland animal cloth napkins is handmade for the Etsy Shop goodsfromthewoods. 

Sea Animals

Sea Otter Potholders

In coastal communities, and especially in states such as Florida, sea life becomes a popular choice for animal décor in the kitchen.

Spruce up your kitchen 'sea' décor with this pair of handmade potholders with a design of sea otters. These potholders are made by Carol for her Etsy Store 'Wilderness Ties'. 

Summary

I have presented just a few of the many, many animal designs available to decorate your kitchen. Whichever animal is your favorite, you will find just what you are looking for to complete your décor. I have focused on those items that are handmade because I love anything 'crafty', but there is no limit to animal décor anywhere you look. 

*Crafty Kitchen Critters review written by Wednesday Elf