The kitchen can be one of the most expensive and difficult rooms in the home to renovate or update, but there are some small, budget-friendly tweaks that don't take much time. Add some visual flair or practical touches to turn this well-used space into a room you can enjoy.
Add a cute hook
Adding some pretty hooks to a wall, within your pantry, or on the sides of existing cabinets gives you a place to hang reusable grocery bags, tea towels, or other kitchen items that tend to just “hang”.
Put a rug in the drawer
You may not be able to redecorate your entire space, but you can personalize your drawers. Decorate your kitchen drawers with wallpaper, wrapping paper, or any other inspiration you find, and you'll see bright, cheerful colors every time you set the table or find your cookware.
Using the tray
Pick up a stylish tray from Kmart, Target, or H&G Home and organize all the kitchen essentials you want to keep on your work surface (like cooking oils, herbs, condiments, etc.) on the tray. This will make your work surface look purposeful and organized, not cluttered. Take it a step further and transfer everything into a matching shaker or dispenser.
Create a garden on your windowsill
Not only is it convenient to have freshly picked herbs ready to use in your cooking, but the addition of greenery brings a bit of the outdoors in and makes your kitchen look more stylish.
Display art
Art doesn't just belong in your living room or bedroom – it can be displayed anywhere in your home that needs a focal point or color. If your kitchen is dreary and has bare walls, try finding an eye-catching piece of art that will stand out in that space and hang it there.
Change the knob
Simply changing your cabinet and door knobs can bring interest back into a boring kitchen. If you want your kitchen to look more modern, choose something sleek and shiny. If your kitchen feels dated, go for a more decorative or kitschy style.
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