The key is to find one Without the big end caps on it – keep it simple. Find a heavy duty curtain rod that has the finish and look you love- and give it a go. If you were to shop for a brass ‘pot rack rod’ for your kitchen- you will likely pay much more just because of their name. This is simply a brass curtain rod with brass hooks. This copper pot rack was easy to put up- and it is a simple example of a high end look for a low end price. But when that copper looks as gorgeous as these vintage pots and pans do- I think they are ideal for adding that instant warmth and old world feeling. Copper and more copperīecause, can you really have too much copper? Well, okay- probably. So don’t be afraid to try something you love in a different way to make it work for the space. I flipped it over and set it on the counter and love it here. And- a confession: This particular piece was actually one made to hang on the wall. With that stack of bread boards on one side of the range- the other side begged for something as well. A rustic wood dish shelfĪnything with a delicious vintage wood patina is going to instantly warm up the kitchen. But you can use as few or as many as you would like and get the look. So, my stack of breadboards might be a bit larger than most. I am a bit of a breadboard collecting kind of a girl- and I definitely have a hard time walking away from a board with great patina and character. Stacking up those breadboards on the counter. I love shape and size of them- and the finish in person is much more bronzy with some gold and brass tones coming through. In the kitchen- we recently updated the lights to these charming lanterns- and they are really playing well with the rest of the room. We have kept the decor and the updates we make more on the simple ‘English cottage’ style side- and I love that cozy feeling out there. Instead of trying to completely change that more vintage cottage feeling- I decided to play it up. It has wood walls and open beam ceilings just like our house- but is far more rustic. The cottage has a different vibe or feeling than our house. It is about 1000 square feet and has it’s own kitchen and bathroom and outdoor area. If you aren’t familiar with the guest cottage- it is a separate house that we have on our property. You can see more of the new kitchen look Here. it is all about 3 easy ways to add some of that lovely old world charm to a kitchen.

We now have butcher block counters and an antique farm sink in here. But since this photo was taken- the counters and sink might have changed just a bit. We didn’t remove those original old cupboards – don’t worry. And the cottage kitchen got a fresh kitchen look recently too with a new kitchen island and lower cabinets. Here are 20 magnificent french country kitchen designs.We have been working on all kinds of updates out in the cottage -from painting the built-in bookcases to changing some of the lighting. If you’re thinking about remodeling your kitchen, a French design could be a great potential option. One of the greatest things about these designs is that they can look good in both small and large spaces. The earth tones give the space a very calming presence, and floral patterned and animal accessories can add an element of coziness. In a true French country kitchen, you’ll easily spot characteristic mustard yellow and warm reds that reflect the surrounding countryside.” This differs from the traditional English kitchen which typically features a less polished design and includes things like “straight forward hues” and “deep tones.” Even if you don’t live anywhere near the countryside you might find that these designs still appeal to you. As Elle Decor states, these kitchens are “marked with strong notes of elegance and polish, but still upholds its ode to countryside living. With a reputation that has lasted for centuries, French country kitchens can still be very modern.

Known for earth tones, farm-like decor, and elegance, French country kitchens are a very popular option for many home owners.

French country kitchen decor