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They continue to define the country kitchen because rooster kitchen decor reminds us of a sights, sounds and smells that are only found in wide open spaces. Bring back that country feeling with some new decor that’s worth crowing about.
While the bright colors can accent almost any floral pattern, the country rooster also comes in the two tone variety. When the bright colors are too much for us, the familiar pattern still brings back memories of life on the farm.
Waking up to the aroma of fresh coffee and biscuits on a table top dressed with our favorite rooster just makes our kitchen feel warm and cozy.
I’ve seen some fascinating kitchens in my lifetime. The professional kitchens have the advantage of space for moving about, and for open storage. I remember an old Victorian home, originally a fort, likely converted into a bed and breakfast by now, where the kitchen was halfway beneath the ground. The window ran the full length of the wall looking toward the backyard. Upon the sill stood a variety of kitchen storage containers in varying styles, some made of glass, others ceramic, but all in use.
No matter how large or small our kitchens are, having dry goods within reach serves two important purposes for cooks. When we need a dash of flour, not only is the kitchen storage container right there, but we don’t have to put it away when we’re done. Making the most efficient use of our space also saves us time as well.
The statement made by our kitchen decor should be unmistakable. We want people entering our favorite room to know we mean business. From the pictures on the wall to the note board by our phone we want to make a distinct impression with what people see.
When the country rooster is set loose, the statement is anything but subtle. Not only does rooster kitchen decor like to be noticed, it can hardly be missed.
Wherever we look in this beautiful country of ours a color laden impression is left in our minds. From the mountains to the prairies captures the height and breadth of all we can feast our eyes upon. Bringing that beauty into our kitchen is a goal like no other.
If we’re shopping for our friends in Arizona our selection of country kitchen accessories might be different from our family in Connecticut. Although we’ve visited homes where people’s kitchens resemble a geographical or ethnic style completely foreign to their region, more often than not they’ve borrowed from the beauty beyond their kitchen window, and captured it indoors.
I’m not fond of rummaging through a drawer looking for a can opener or a pair of tongs. Personally I’d rather see everything hanging neatly about me than stored away in drawers. That isn’t always possible, but whenever we find those kitchen accessories that help keep things well organized, we’re grateful.
Certainly our carving set needs to be safely stored in an adult accessible location. Those coffee mug holders are great for the back of the counter. Even a decorative utensil holder can add charm and functionality by improving the organization in our favorite room.
He shouldn’t be confined to the country kitchen table any more than the actual rooster should be confined to the hen house. The rooster placemat should be free to roam wherever needed. On the card table in front of the TV, on the patio or picnic table, anywhere we serve and look for quick and easy cleanups the rooster placemat is welcome.
When we decorate with the country rooster it is only fitting that our tables show him off as well. More than capable to handle hot plates or soup bowls that might spill or drip the rooster placemat is the perfect solution.
Looking through the kitchen window at the fall colors gives us ideas about how to bring some of that country beauty indoors. The seasonal accessorizing of our homes should always include our kitchen. Setting up a pumpkin and some colored ears of corn can help accent our country kitchen accessories.
The country kitchen thrives throughout the year but each new season can bring a fresh sense of what’s cooking through the aesthetic details in our decor. Though they change very quickly between now and the end of the year we can stay on top of each season by ensuring our kitchens look the part.