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Add Art to Your Kitchen Using Tea Towels

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Continuing on with my series of items around the home that may need to be replaced as they’ve seen better days (door matts and oven mitts have been my two recent posts), I have started to look around my own home and create a mental list of items that need to be checked and replaced.

One thing I don’t need to replace because I went a little overboard purchasing last time, is the tea towel.

There are two places I hang tea towels in my kitchen. One over the cupboard handle under the sink and one draped over the oven handle.

While I could use a standard checked tea towel that I’ve bought from Woolies (which are usually my back-ups), I also use these spots as ways to display a little bit of art or colour to my kitchen. Unlike my oven mitts, tea towels are usually on display all the time in the kitchen and should be replaced (washed) every couple of days. Occassionaly I will do the sniff test to see if it’s time to be chucked into the wash.

When you purchase your new tea towels, do wash them before you use them. They will wear better and absorb moisture when you use them to dry pots and pans.

Tea towels can be used to wrap small Christmas gifts. A simple gift of a patterned plate, wrapped in a tea towel with a ribbon is an expensive, but practical gift.

Most modern kitchens may not have handles to drape a tea towel over. You could lay the tea towel folded on the kitchen bench with some fruit underneath or drape it over the edge of the sink so it hangs just over the top of the cupboards underneath. Here are some ways tea towels have brought colour and pattern to these kitchens.

Repurposing a salvaged sink
Lavender Cottage - Kitchen
Simple Living Kitchen
Victorian Railway Carriage

 

Here are some fun designs I found online.

stylish tea towels

1. ZigZag Tea Towel $29.95

2. Mod Neon Tea Towel $10 (on sale)

3. Chevron Tea Towel $10.50

4. Anna Gare Vintage Rose Tea Towel Set of 2 $13.95

5. Ogilvies Designs Organic Forest Tea Towel in Bluebelle $9.95

6. Zanzibar Tea Towel in Aqua $10 (on sale)

7. Ogilvies Designs Bodega Tea Towel Set $29.95

8. Anna Gare Vintage Rose Tea Towel Set of 2 $13.95

Are you prone to using basic tea towels in your house? Ever thought how a tea towel could add colour to your kitchen?

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Stylish Oven Mitts

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I’m a creature of habit.

Once I get into a habit of doing a particular chore one way, I will stick with that way forever.

I’m not sure what that means about my personality. What I do know is at least the chores get done how I want them when I’m in charge.

One of those chores – or habits – is removing a hot tray or casserole dish from the oven. I must wear oven mitts while doing said activity.

I can’t use a tea towel, or a fabric trivet.

I must use a glove where my whole hand is encased in quilted fabric so I don’t burn my hands.

I once used the tea towel trick but the towel was wet and I burnt my hand, while dropping said tray of biscuits that disintegrated into a pile of crumbs on the floor.

I cried in pain and frustration.

So whenever something needs to be removed from the oven, I will use an oven mitt or two.

oven mitts in the kitchen

My oven mitts get very good use and over time, they do start to get a burnt on the ends. When the quilting starts to wear off, I know it’s time to invest in a new pair of oven mitts.

I know that oven mitts aren’t really on display in the kitchen. I hide mine away in the tea towel drawer.

But when they are out, it’s always when guests are over and I don’t want them to look daggy, and having some bright mitts can add a bit of personality to your kitchen.

If they’re really trendy, you could display them so they are always within reach.

Next time you’re in the kitchen, check the state of your oven mitts. If they are a little worse for wear, invest in some new ones. Keep in mind you will need to buy 2 mitts for each hand. The connected oven mitts are also good to have on hand and will protect your wrists.

Oven mitts also make a great Christmas gift for a baker. They are definitely one of those items that could be replaced before Christmas too.

stylish oven mitts

1. Gingham Set of 4 Oven Gloves $20

2. Ogilvies Designs Vintage Rose Oven Glove $14.95

3. Alcazar Double Oven Mitt $24.95

4. Ogilvies Designs Poppy Fields Olive Green Mitt $12.95

5. Azure Double Oven Mitt $24.95

6. Plume and Perch Oven Holder $16.95

7. Scanpan Striped Double Oven Mitt $19.95

8. Ogilvies Designs Beach Stripe Glove $11.95

What state are your oven mitts in? Ever thought about sharing your personality through your oven mitts?

I’m linking with Kylie Purtell for IBOT.

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Door Mats With Personality

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Door mats are a functional décor item that that now come in a range of designs and patterns to create interest at your door entrance.

Camp Hill Property - Staged, Styled and Sold

I remember looking everywhere online for a “Hello” door mat for the front of our house. When I finally sourced one, I ended up winning a similar one through Kirsten & Co. I only just placed it outside now to replace our old door mat.

hello door mat

Door mats can be a fun way to add personality to your entrance. I love the worded mats that say hello, welcome or home.

hello door mat

The patterned door mats are a great choice if you want to add colour to your front entryway.

door mats with personality

Door mats are one of those home décor pieces that will get replaced when it starts to flake and fall apart from being outdoors.

house door mat

I tend to add door mats to the front door entrance and outside the back door. We also have a door mat at the entrance of the door to the garage.

Door mats can even be used inside to style a space inside.

I’ve found some door mats with personality online that could make a great first impression at your place.

door mats with personality1. Chevron Coir Door Mat by Fab Rugs from $29.95

2. Home Coir Door Mat by Fab Rugs from $29.95

3. Welcome Scroll Rectangular Door Mat $64.95

4. Moroccan Tile Door Mat $39.95

5. Hello Bubble Door Mat by Raw Space $39.95

6. Coral Home Door Mat $94.95

7. Ghar Coir Door Mat by FAB Rugs $69.95

8. Black and White Spots Door Mat $39.95

Do you have a welcoming door mat at your home? Does your door mat have personality like these?

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Interior Trend Alert: Tassel Homewares

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Last week I admitted I loved pom pom cushions. I may have even encouraged you to add a pom pom cushion to your décor.

Another interior trend that I’ve jumped on board with is the tassel trend. Tassels are being adorned on cushion covers, rugs, towels and throws. They add a little bit of fun to your interiors and are a little more ‘adult’ than pom poms.

When I saw Pillow Talk advertising tassel cushions and a matching throw, I knew I had to get them because they matched with our existing colour scheme and they gave a mini update for under $100.

tassel bedrom decor

Tassel homewares, like pom poms, are a feature piece, so introduce your tassel pieces sparingly.

Beware that you need to wash your tassel linen on a delicate speed in the washing machine to ensure the tassels don’t matt together. (Just advising from personal experience!)

Here are some of my fave tassel homeware finds on the internet.

tassel homewares 2016

1. Atolyia Tassel Turkish Towel in Navy $84.95

2. Linen Tassel Cushion Cover $51.50

3. Tassel Bath Mat in Monochrome $75.00

4. Adrift Byron Tassel Cushion $59.99

5. Mia Tassel Cotton Throw $49.95

6. Chevron Tassel Cushion Cover $49.95

7. Scott Striped Jute Rug $115.95

8. Adrift Currumbin Rectangle Tassel Cushion $39.99

9. J Elliott Paloma Tassel Cushion $59.95

Are you a fan of tassels? Got any tassel homewares in your home?

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Interior Trend Alert: Pom Pom Cushions and Throws

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Around a month ago, I had an article get sent to my inbox from Houzz saying pom poms were the new interior trend. I laughed at the article because I have had pom pom cushions for a few years.

My husband does not understand my love for cushions – especially cushions with pom poms. I happily showed him the article and told him I was setting the interior trends baby!

pom pom cushions

Just some of my pom pom cushions.

I’m not sure why I love pom poms on my cushions. Maybe it’s because they relate to my childhood from making pom poms out of wool and crafting with the felt ones.

I think pom poms add a fun twist to your décor and can add texture to a room.

I made my pom pom cushions using cheap Kmart cushion covers and pom pom fringing bought from Spotlight. If you can’t find pom pom cushions that suit your fancy, you can make your own quite easily.

The pom pom trend has been around for a while and even if some people are jumping on the bandwagon now, it’s definitely décor I love having in my home, whether in season or not.

Tips for Adding Pom Pom Cushions & Throws

1. Less is more when choosing your pom pom accessories. Choose a pom pom fringed cushion to mix in with other patterns and textures on your lounge or bed. It’s not necessary for all the cushions to be fringed with pom poms.

Lattice Cushion Teal and Velvet Linen Navy Bedspread

2. A pom pom throw in a neutral shade can work in interiors that are a bit more ‘adult’ or are classic in style.

pom pom throw

Marrakech Life Style via Etsy – link for purchase down below.

3. Make your own pom pom décor if you can’t find the colours you’re after.

Palace Court

4. Have fun styling your pom pom décor with your existing textiles.

Studio City

Here are some fun pom pom cushions and throws to consider add to your home.

pom pom cushions

  1. Ellis Pom Pom Throw in Navy $89.95
  2. Fantine Black Pom Pom Cushion $49.95
  3. Linen & Moore Pom Pom Cushions (Single Price) $68.00
  4. Script Pom Pom Cushion $29.95
  5. Cameo Pom Pom Cushion $74.95
  6. Colourful Pom Pom Cushion in Linen $52.00
  7. Marrakech Life Style King Pom Pom Throw $115.00
  8. Geometric Pom Pom Cushion $52.00

Are you a fan of pom poms on your cushions and throws? Is it a trend you could add to your home?

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