Recipes for a tiny kitchen.

I don't think I've shared my funky little kitchen with y'all before, so today's the day. Like many of us, I'm very limited on space so I've had to find really inventive ways to shelve all my kitchen essentials. Most of these involve having things on display, since cupboard space is minimal. So its gotta look attractive, as well as be practical. Also, as you'll see, my kitchen tile is hideous (I'm the first to admit it - so it's okay). So I really had no choice than to create a bit of a kitschy atmosphere so the tile would (hopefully) blend into the background.




This vintage potato chip rack serves many purposes...wine rack, cookbook shelf and a place to display my many vintage trays, aprons & linens.


































I've only been allotted one lonely cabinet for all my pots & pans, so I got this great magnetic knife holder and pot rack from Ikea, both were very inexpensive. I keep all my favorite cooking magazines stored in this galvanized magazine rack from a long lost Pottery Barn collection. Should you see one in your travels, scoop it up - they're very desirable.








I also have lots of mix & match dishes. So, instead of hiding them I embrace their diversity and display them on open shelves. They make me happy! Another thing I love is keeping bowls of fresh fruits and vegetables on display. They look pretty, quite appetizing, and it's another place to stash a big bowl out in the open!














I hope you can glean some space saving ideas from here. I think the main idea is to not lock all your favorites away. Instead use them to add personality and fun to your kitchen, just like you might spice up an old recipe. Just make it your own.