I swear by IKEA kitchen decor to give my space easy and affordable updates – these are the pieces on my list right now
Give your kitchen a refresh for the new year with these stylish yet affordable IKEA picks
When treating your kitchen to a facelift, IKEA products are often overlooked in the shopping spree mania, dubbed as 'cheap and cheerful'. But I think you might be missing out on some truly stylish, stand-out, great-quality pieces that can instantly upgrade your space. IKEA is in fact my go-to when I am looking for some affordable but impactful pieces that can give my space a quick and easy refresh.
And what better time to inject some newness into your kitchen than the new year? IKEA are always producing new, on-trend collections that a nice and affordable way to dabble in the season's kitchen trends without committing too much time or budget. So with that in minds, here's what I am shopping for my kitchen at IKEA this January.
9 must-have IKEA kitchen decor pieces
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To make a kitchen the heart of your home, sometimes you need a few finishing touches. Whether it's a decorative flair that embellishes color and texture or glassware that can withstand daily life, it's important to invest in making your kitchen a warm, inviting place for friends and family alike.
And I am a firm believer that a small touch can go a long way. Upgrading your old tea towels, mugs and oven mitts can help to give new visual interest in a familiar space, making you fall back in love with your kitchen all over again.
For decorative pieces that you'll use every day in your kitchen, these are the 9 IKEA kitchen decor pieces worth buying.
In small kitchen spaces, it's important to have multi-purpose objects. This gorgeous carafe doubles as a table-setting vase so you can switch from weeknight pasta to dinner party chic in an instant.
If your walk-in pantry is lacking in storage, look no further than this nifty, space-wise trolley that comes in this dashing shade of blue. Even better, wheel it to your kitchen island when you're in need of all your baking supplies.
No more telling the kids off for using the wrong glassware, this heat-resistant mug is ideal for both hot and cold drinks alike. The pop of color is playfully retro, so good you'll want to show it off on your open shelves.
Go from kitchen to table to garden and back again with this pretty pink serving stand. So effortlessly chic, so easy to carry and can be sued for so many things.
This everyday glass wouldn't feel out of place at a party. The ripple effect of the glass is a simple, understated touch that pairs perfectly with icy carbonated drinks.
We love a good seventies throwback, and this oven mitt does it better than most. Super sturdy and protective of even your forearms and it's machine washable.
Inspired by the rugged Nordic seaside, these glazed mugs carry a storied, timeless look to them. Lend some character to your cup of coffee with its classic vintage design.
For those all-important finishing touches, IKEA has an array of pieces to brighten up your kitchen with color and playfulness. From functional, everyday pieces to special decor objects, there's plenty of choices for when it comes to embellishing your kitchen.
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I'm Content Editor for Kitchens across multiple Homes titles. I adore all things kitchens, from rustic farmhouse to contemporary chic and everything in-between. I've just moved from New Zealand where I worked as Deputy Editor for Your Home and Garden magazine. In my spare time, I love stalking property websites, snooping in vintage stores and flicking through a multitude of magazines for inspo. My dream kitchen is anything from a Nancy Meyers movie — they may just be good set design but they're real in my heart.
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