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Your kitchen deserves nice things, too.
1. A splurge-worthy salt and pepper shaker set – you might think it should belong in a modern art museum rather than on your kitchen counter.
2. A floral pot holder to help your cooking really ~bloom~. And if it doesn't, at least your potholder will still look good.
3. A marble rolling pin that comes with a wood cradle to keep it in place when you're not using it.
4. A pitcher to prove that keeping water cold doesn't have to be a boring, serious job for clear pitchers only. Any (pitcher) can do it.
5. A sleek modern silicone spoon rest every minimalist will want to add to their cart *immediately*.
6. A stoneware bowl with two bamboo salad hands that'll make you want to eat more salads for dinner just so these don't have to stay tucked away in your cabinet.
7. A cutlery block set – it has such a ~sharp~ look, everyone who comes over will want to know where you got it.
8. A set of beechwood measuring spoons you'll find are a ~hoot~ when you take them out to cook with.
9. A set of pasta bowls because we all know that it really is all about the pasta.
10. A cookie jar you bet ~giraffe~ will make your kitchen a more fun and quirky place. Just keep an eye on this guy because a guest might just walk away with him...
11. A colander set with the, dare I say, CUTEST pattern on the inside. It'll make your meal feel down-right tropical, even if it's 20 degrees outside.
12. A cake stand to take your baking masterpiece up a notch even if it looks a little more like a #PinterestFail than anything else.
13. A cheese board I'm ~paw-sitive~ any cat person would love to use when they're having a movie night with friends (both human and furry).
14. A two-in-one strainer and bowl set that's incredibly functional – all you have to do is tip the bowl to get the water out.
15. A silverware set to make you feel like you're tasting the rainbow when you eat...without, you know, actually eating the rainbow.
Amazon
Get a 5-piece set from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 11 styles).
16. A cutting board you'll count your lucky ~stars~ you have in your home because it's essentially both decor and a cutting board, and we love that versitility.
Urban Outfitters
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $35 (available in three shapes).
17. A cookware set to upgrade your current mishmash cookware situation to something with a bit more beauty—without an outrageous price tag.
Amazon
The set includes a one-quart and three-quart saucepan with lids, a six-quart stockpot with a lid, two skillets, three-quart saute pan with a lid, slotted turner, and soon. Everything is made of aluminum and is non-stick. They're oven-safe up to 400 degrees.
Promising review: "You can't beat this set for the price. They do require some extra care and we've managed a few scrapes and dings in the nonstick coating, but so far nothing that makes them unusable. The paint has proven to be surprisingly durable, and I love the color. (I got the teal set). I've had these around six months, and so far no major complaints." —Shadow
Get it from Amazon for $119.99 (available in seven colors).
18. Some bamboo utensils that'll be a bright spot in your kitchen. After all, you're allowed to have items that are just nice to look at (although these are also, of course, incredibly useful).
19. A set of glasses perfect for your next night in with friends because staying in and making drinks sometimes means getting just as ~turnt~ as going out.
Fish Eddy's
Get the set of four from Nordstrom for $33.
20. A cereal bowl set that'll have you cereal-isly reconsidering ever buying plain dishware again.
Plus, they're microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe!
Promising review: "These make great cereal and soup bowls. Plus, the fun colors and patterns (all different) make me happy. My daughter was visiting and used them and ordered some for herself. I regularly get compliments on them." —aerlys
Get a set of five from Amazon for $32.99.
21. A glass container to make bringing your lunch to work a little more exciting. Say goodbye to your sad desk lunch!
Anthropologie
Get it from Anthropologie for $10+ (available in two sizes).
22. Some mini bowls that are the perfect size for snacking, so get ready Netflix binge, here I come.
Nordstrom
Get a set of six from Nordstrom for $18.
23. A wine decanter – you'll feel like you're dining at a five-star restaurant every time you use it. Also, it will make that cheap bottle you bought seem not as cheap.
Amazon
Promising review: "This is one very cool decanter. It not only does the job, but it looks good doing it! We were served in a similar decanter at a 5-star restaurant in Argentina, and I started looking for one on our return. Great value for the price. And a great way to impress friends while enjoying a great bottle of wine. Like all similar decanters, it's a bit hard to clean, so you will need both flexible soft brushes and a decanter stand. I highly recommend this decanter." —Rodan
Get it from Amazon for $28.99.
24. An insulated travel mug that the barista will probably compliment you on when you bring it to your favorite coffee shop.
Amazon
Promising review: "I love these mugs so much that I've bought two of them. They keep hot drinks very hot for several hours (in fact, it's easy to burn yourself if you're expecting your drink to have cooled down at all). The colors are beautiful (I have the peach and navy ones), and I always get compliments when I use them. The only complaint I have is that if you're holding it by the handle, you have to do so in your left hand because of the way the lid screws on. That's only a minor inconvenience, and I love it so much that I still give it 5 stars." —Dkx
Get it from Amazon for $17.93+ (available in seven styoles).
25. A set of plastic tumblers to make it ~suc~ less when one of your party guests accidentally spills a drink – at least with these cuties, you won't get glass all over the ground.
Amazon
Promising review: "My guests loved these! They are very durable, and the design is so pretty. They're a much higher quality than I expected for the price." —Marianne Powers
Get a set of eight from Amazon for $3.74 (available in eight styles).
26. A utensil holder with a sleek and modern look that won't clash with whatever else you have going on design-wise.
Amazon
Promising review: "I absolutely love this utensil holder. It's large, very sturdy, and definitely beautiful to look at. It's so elegant and simple, completely worth it." —AmazonBuyer
Get it from Amazon for $25 (available in five styles).
27. A flower trivet mat meant to protect your tabletop from hot dishes while also acting as super cute wall decor when you're not using it.
Amazon
Promising review: "I simply love these trivets. I used them as a decoration on my kitchen wall. When needed, I just place them on the table for my hot dishes. They clean in a breeze and the color is great. The price is so reasonable that if I didn't need them, I still would have bought them. You will not be disappointed with this item." —redhead
Get a set of three from Amazon for $11.99 (available in 11 colors).
28. A set of storage tins you can use to store coffee, tea, or any other treats you want to keep close but not stare at all the time.
Food52
Get a set of four from Food52 for $36.
29. A serving utensil set to impress all your dinner guests with. They might even think you got these from some high-end store.
Amazon
Promising review: "I LOVE THESE SOOOOOO MUCH! They feel great in your hand and look gorgeous on the table. I’m endlessly complimented on this set. I hand-wash to keep the finish looking new, but the manufacturer says dishwasher (NO LEMON/CITRUS SOAP!) is safe. I use these as my everyday flatware. I’ve had Knork for about 6-months of heavy use, and they look great." —AliOlyOxenFree
Get it from Amazon for $56.29 (available in copper and matte black).
30. A butter dish because once you start keeping your butter room temperature, ~holy cow~ will your world change. No more struggling to butter toast ever again.
Amazon
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
31. And a set of kitchen knives I'm pretty sure were designed to make you actually want to chop vegetable because that's probably one of the worst parts about cooking (in my opinion, at least).
Anthropologie
Get the set of three from Anthropologie for $28.
The only appropriate reaction when you see these items in person for the first time:
KC Film Office
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