Sunday, April 17, 2011

Spring Updates in the Kitchen

 
  I recently found this adorable pair in the thrift store.  The saleswoman suggested that they might be sundae cups, but I had other plans!

   
  My plan was to use my thrift store finds to update this shelf in my kitchen.  Although I like the current setup, I wanted to brighten the shelf up for Spring.



 
  I planted some oregano in each of my cups and switched out one of the pitchers hoping for a fresher look.


 
Hmm... still not sure if I like it.


  I played around with the grouping a little more until I came up with this.





 I am pleased!  The natural accents add the perfect touch of spring!

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27 comments:

  1. cheeky roseApril 17, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Like how you have used these dishes

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  2. AnonymousApril 17, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Hi Brandi!

    Your shelf looks cute cute cute. Love the herbs you planted and how you used the sundae cups. White and green look so fresh and pretty together.

    Hope you're having a good weekend!
    Hugs,
    Michelle

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  3. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementApril 17, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    It looks great Brandi! I love the green up there. It really pops.

    Thanks for sharing.

    Pam

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  4. Allison@FabRehabApril 17, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Those are adorable! It looks very springy (is that a word?) now!!

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  5. KarenApril 17, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    It looks great Brandi! I really love the sundae cups with the herbs planted in them, The whole vignette is gorgeous.

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  6. michelleApril 17, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Hi Brandi! I hope you are well! I love these and it looks very fresh and bright. :)
    Have a wonderful week!

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  7. aggieam01April 17, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    Super cute! Very Springy :)

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  8. UnknownApril 17, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    Very cute. That is one of the fun things about shelves, with just a little tweaking and a few changes, you get a whole new look.

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  9. UnknownApril 17, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Now looks wonderful and very springy!!!

    Big hugs
    Tine

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  10. MandyApril 17, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    I love those "sundae cups" or whatever they are!

    I have a 5 ft long shelf in my dining room that I'm always playing around with.

    Love the new, fresh look!

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  11. Here On Crow CreekApril 17, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    Hey Brandi!! I love those! So many uses for them. Nice shelf you have there also. I love it!

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  12. Tammy@Beatrice BanksApril 18, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    That looks adorable! Love it when little things like that take on a whole new life. It's perfect.

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  13. OliveApril 18, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Looks fresh and springy to me! ♥O

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  14. CandaceApril 18, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    haha....love this! Would you believe that I was at a thrift store this afternoon looking for glassware like this to plant herbs in for my windowsill in my new kitchen? I didn't find the right thing though. Your grouping looks wonderful! Great job!

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  15. SusanApril 19, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    I love this!

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  16. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeApril 19, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Small changes = Big impact! Good eye and beautiful arrangement!

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  17. Pam KesslerApril 19, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Cute little cup things. Love the idea of the oregano.

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  18. Kelle DameApril 19, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Hey Brandi! These are the cutest! Love the oregano! I wish I could get something to grow in my house! I know you're gonna cook something delicious with that oregano too!
    Kelle
    xx

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  19. Andrea . Charcoal and CrayonsApril 19, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Such a great idea to plant the oregano in the sundae cups! I love how you arranged everything on the shelf too.
    - Andrea

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  20. Parents of a DozenApril 19, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    I think it looks great. Also thanks for stopping by my blog.

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  21. Ami AllisonApril 20, 2011 at 2:10 AM

    I agree, the last grouping looks great! I LOVE that HOME sign too! :)

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  22. Sarah @ Modern Country StyleApril 20, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Hello loveloy,

    What a great idea for those dishes. They look so great up there. So Springy and fresh. Nice stylin', missy!

    Sarahx

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  23. Southwest Cottage DesignsApril 21, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Brandi, I'm your new follower since I found you over at Wow Us Wednesday. I love your idea! I'm preparing a garden area and will be planting several herbs, too.

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  24. Katherines CornerApril 22, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    So cute! I love that you re-purposed these. Happy Friday,Happy Good Friday, Happy Earth Day, Happy Jelly Bean Day ( yes it's actually jelly bean day)Hugs from Katherine. P.S have you entered my giveaway?

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  25. UnknownApril 22, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    I love that you used the cups as vases! They look so chic! Thanks for the great idea!

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  26. DeeApril 23, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    very cute...isn't it amazing how just one little change can add so much to an area of a room..great quick changeover!

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  27. HALLELUJAHS BY HOLLYApril 25, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Love it Brandi! The fresh green of the plants with the cute little white dishes are a perfect dose of spring!

    Blessings,
    Holly
    http://hallelujahsbyholly.blogspot.com

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