It's summer time here at our home. It's complete with sleeping late teens, later nights watching TV and reading, evenings in the backyard….you've got the idea.
I am overjoyed that Marty from A Stroll Thru Life invited me to participate in her 2015 Summer Home Tour. Marty is just the sweetest and has incredible decorating style.
We've got 5 days and 30 bloggers to inspire your summer home.
Last week I shared our Summer Family Room. Today I am sharing Summer in the Kitchen.
Welcome! I look forward to sharing one of my favorite rooms in our home, the kitchen.
My kitchen is mainly functional so I don't change the cooking area around very much. I do have wonderful space on the island to style a seasonal vignette.
My Knock-Out Roses are in full bloom right now. They look lovely with my newly painted rooster. He used to be red. A few of my favorite summer cookbooks are handy in the basket tray.
This is the perfect spot for one of my favorite photos of my babies. Well, they will always be my babies even though they are 18 and 16!
The wet bar is an area that I like to change out for the seasons. In the fall and winter it serves as a coffee and hot chocolate bar. In the spring and summer I change it out for a beverage and cocktail station.
Lighter pink Knock-Out Roses rests in this antique creamer.
Gone is the weekly menu that keeps us sane during the school year. We take a more carefree approach with dinners in the summer opting for fresh meals from the local produce stand until our garden starts producing. Most nights we grill and eat fairly light.
This is probably the area in the kitchen that I have the most decorating fun.
The chandelier is a favorite of mine in this space. I like to keep the table rather simple in the summer. This year I have my painted Hobby Lobby cow and the clay pot topiaries I recently made.
Here it is changed up a little bit with the Clay Pot Topiaries.
I've decided to keep dinnerware on the table like this straight from the dishwasher to make table setting easier for anyone in the family whether we dine inside or out.
The DINER sign was a Pottery Barn Inspired DIY project that really completed the look.
Just 2 bouquets of grocery store daisies complete the look in the dining area. I look forward to my Black-eyed Susans and Purple Cone Flower blooming.
I'm enjoying the 2 trays that I have from the Better Homes & Garden collection at Wal-Mart.
I decided to embrace color here this summer. I went white during the spring, but borrowed my patterned plates from another spot in the house to change the look here.
See how fun they are!
I adore my bottle rack that my hubby gave me a couple of years ago for my birthday. I removed all of the mugs and added my collection of mason jars for easy entertaining. I can easily move this to the island close to the drink area for a cook-out. My painted tool box is perfect for my cook-book collection.
Pay close attention to your bottles. Two of these were from an olive oil bottle and salad dressing bottle. If it has a pretty shape, remove the labels and they make lovely vases. Grouped together is even better. They look nice with my vintage print.
Thanks for stopping by. More to come with the screened porch and formal dining room.
Be sure to check out the other stops on the tour!
Tour Schedule
Thrifty Decor Chick
Our Southern Home
Making Home Base
Hymns & Verses
Bliss @ Home
DIY Showoff
Wednesday – June 10th
City Farmhouse
Driven By Decor
SG Style
Decor To Adore
Desire Empire
Thursday – June 11th
A Thoughtful Place
Monica Wants It
Rain On A Tin Roof
Charming In Charlotte
Remodelando la Casa
Dimples & Tangles
Fri. – June 12th
Simple Details
Tidbits & Twine
Design Post Interiors
Designing On The Side
Peaceful Home Decor
Talk Of The House
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Elena says
Your home looks beautiful! I am wondering where you found the rooster napkins with the blue borders?
Christy says
Thank you! I found them at Tuesday Morning, but I’ve had them for years. Tuesday Morning has great napkins.
Christy says
Thanks! I found the napkins at Tuesday Morning years ago.
Nancy says
Your home looks beautiful Christy! I love all of the little touches here and there. Notes, chalkboard, etc. Perfect!
xo
Nancy
Christy says
Thanks so much, Nancy! Love summer!
Alicia says
I love all the country charm in your kitchen and dining room. Just gorgeous!
Christy says
Thanks so much! So love summer. XXOO Christy
Cristina says
Your kitchen is adorable! Such a warm and welcoming space!
Christy says
Thanks so much! Have a beautiful summer, Cristina!
Claire Brody says
I love the cozy feel your home has! It is so inviting! Love all of the fun details in the kitchen. xo
Christy says
Thanks, Claire. It’s a joy to decorate. Have a wonderful summer!
Pam says
Your kitchen is beautiful Christy! I love all of your great DIY projects you’ve incorporated and your idea of keeping the plates and silverware on the table is so clever! Enjoy the summer!
Christy says
Thanks so much, Pam!! It’s really a joy. Thanks so much for stopping by. Happy summer to you as well!
Doreen says
Christy – your kitchen is so pretty and summertime ready! So fun to be on the tour with you!
Christy says
Thanks so much, Doreen! The tour has been amazing. I’m in awe at the talent. Enjoy the summer!
Sherry says
Christy, I am in love with your home and especially your beautiful kitchen.
xx,
Sherry
Christy says
Thanks so much, Sherry! That means the world coming from you. Happy summer!!!
martina says
I always love getting a tour of your beautiful kitchen Christy!!
Christy says
Thanks so much, Martina. I hope you and your family have a wonderful summer!
Katie Clooney says
Your home is beautiful! I love all your french country touches.
Chelsea says
Everything looks amazing Christy. Those roses are to die for. I love the idea of changing out the wet bar seasonally! And we also grill all summer long – it’s the best time of year!
Paula says
Your kitchen and eating area look so pretty decorated for summer. I need to follow your lead and bring some fresh flowers into my home. Yours look so pretty as accents with your vignettes. Everything, as always, is lovely!
Christy says
Thanks so much Paula! Enjoy your summer. I can’t wait to hang out again at Haven!!
Christy says
SO beautiful, Christy! I love the idea of keeping the plates/napkins/silverware ready to set the table. I see some beautiful tray vignettes for our tray post. 😉
Christy says
Thanks, Christy! Yes, I think I’m covered for tray month! LOL!
Kristin says
So many lovely details 🙂 xo
Christy says
Thanks so much, Kristin.
Laura Ingalls Gunn says
What a darling French Country kitchen! Thank you for a wonderful tour!
Christy says
Thanks so much Laura! So happy to have you! XXOO
Lanita Anderson says
I love your summer home and your wonderful farmhouse style! I’ve just recently discovered your blog and am really enjoying it!
Blessings to you!
Lanita
Christy says
Wow, thanks so much Lanita!! So happy to have you. Have a wonderful summer!
Kelly - Talk of the House says
It all looks lovely Christy! I think I could enjoy sitting all day at your dining room table with a cup of coffee. LOL Love that bottle rack your husband gave you. Like Marty said, your decorating is perfect for summer!
Christy says
Thanks so much, Kelly. 10 years later and I still love our kitchen. Have a fabulous summer!
Kris {Driven by Decor} says
Thanks so much for the tour – your kitchen is beautiful with so many unique touches!
Christy says
Thanks bunches, Kris! Have a fab summer!!! XXOO
Stacey says
Your kitchen is beautiful!
Christy says
Thanks so much!
Marty says
Your kitchen is definitely one of my all time favorites ever. I love all the wood and all the fabulous detail. Your decor is perfect “summer”.
Christy says
Thanks so much, Marty! I have so enjoyed getting to know you the last few years through blogging. You are just such a wonderful person. I consider it an honor to be invited to participate in your tour. XXOO Christy