Animal décor for the kitchen
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.
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
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
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
In coastal communities, and especially in states such as Florida, sea
life becomes a popular choice for animal décor in the kitchen.
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
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Well, of course, I think they are all fabulous, but who could resist that adorable testing "lab". That happens to be one of my husband's favorite quotes too. Seems like that kitchen towel was made with us in mind. I love having animal decor throughout my home, but you are correct. The kitchen does seem to have more animal decor than any other room in our house.
ReplyDeleteI loved that 'lab' towel - so cute! Thanks for visiting my kitchen critters review, Mouse.
Delete"All food must go to the lab for testing" is hilarious - I adore it! And, of course, it immediately made me think of Sylvestermouse and her sweet lab, Merlin. The cow patterned canister set also made me smile, and I love the beautiful blue manatee potholders. Wonderful recommendations, Ms. Elf!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Margaret. Glad you enjoyed it.
DeleteI don't really have a favorite critter so have stayed away from this type of decor in my kitchen. I do like it though. My sister was a sheep lover and there were sheep everywhere you looked. Everytime I see them, I'm reminded of her. One day maybe I'll settle for one particular critter and I'm leaning toward the sheep to remind me of her. Thanks for this Pat I will have to check this all out!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your visit, Olivia.
DeleteYou're absolutely correct about farm animal decor being popular, especially in kitchens, and especially Roosters and chickens lol. They make a lovely gift for anyone with a cabin or cottage as well. If I had to pick a farm animal, I'm not sure which one I would select - I'm still trying to figure that out - maybe the cow?
ReplyDeleteI've known several people who love cows for a theme in their kitchen - also chickens and pigs. Glad you enjoyed my farm animal decor and other animals, Barbara.
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