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Guest Picks: The Coastal Kitchen
When summer heat means your kitchen is like ... er, an oven, let these pieces bring in the freshness of a sea breeze
I am a writer and recipe developer half-time and owner and head baker at Marge Bakery (http://www.margebakery.com) the other half of the time. Read more at: http://www.asweetspoonful.com
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Summer is upon us, and there's no better time to think about bringing seaside coastal designs indoors. Most of these pieces can help whisk us away on a mini vacation with the simple act of pulling an espresso shot or making a bowl of ice cream. They give us a stylish respite from the day to day — what every adult needs in the summer months. So for the days when we can't break away to get outside, allow your kitchen to invite that feeling of a coastal getaway. — Megan from A Sweet Spoonful
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Casual, easy to wipe off, machine washable tablecloths say "summer." This Swedish design showcases bold fish on a nautical white background. Stylish and stress-free!
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When on the go, eat lunch in style with this outdoor-inspired lunch pail. This one isn't just for kids.
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Adorned with a wash of marine blue, this sycamore cutting board is handsome and sturdy — at the kitchen counter or boatside.
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I use baker's twine all the time in the kitchen — from corralling bouquets of flowers to tying up bundles of cookies to bring to friends.
by Pigeon Toe
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Popsicle sticks are usually not a thing you think twice about. Unless of course, you've been lucky enough to score these porcelain numbers.They remind me of summer boating trips, and come as singles or as a set of four.
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A seabird or not, this Jonathan Adler spoon rest is a must for any kitchen this summer. This regal bird will ensure no more messy countertops.
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| Bring a little of the coast indoors with these innovative whiskey stones. They are perfect for keeping drinks cool without watering them down. A summer essential. |
by Heath Ceramics
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Still made in Sausalito, California, these Heath Ceramics dessert bowls are the perfect size for a cup of summer berries or ice cream. I love the nautical blue color and classic design.
by Ballard Designs
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Reminiscent of picnics on the coast, this handwoven basket has an inset galvanized zinc insert, making it the perfect candidate for displaying and serving drinks indoors.
by Williams-Sonoma
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These beautiful, durable cotton towels were inspired by a classic Turkish design. They bring the feeling of the sea indoors. The towels are pre-shrunk and machine washable.
by Bloomingdale's
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Beautifully designed and blue like the Mediterranean, this Delonghi espresso maker is your ticket to perfectly foamy lattes all summer long.
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These wheel-thrown porcelain bowls are hand-painted, signed and dated by the artist herself. The graduated nautical stripes invite summer salads and side dishes!
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Kitchen rugs are a nice touch for spaces that need to be set off from the rest of the room. This school of fish rug creates subtle movement and nautical charm — its neutral colors will work with almost any design scheme.
by Williams-Sonoma
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Cast in a brilliant coastal shade of blue, Staub's durable round cocotte is the perfect choice for slow cooking summer chilis — or just simple ears of corn. This one will last a lifetime!
by Ballard Designs
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While this terracotta jar looks like an old sea relic, it's actually a brand new design. It was handcrafted of natural terracotta to add character and charm to your kitchen or dining room.
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This beautiful watercolor print relays the feel of rustic driftwood spoons. Serene and simple, much like a quiet day at the beach.
by Anthropologie
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Nothing says seaside dining like salad serving utensils with charming fish designs.
by Anthropologie
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Handmade in Portugal, these beautiful plates are perfect for appetizers or small cocktail snacks.
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What would the summer kitchen be without an easy (and quick) ice cream maker? This model makes 12-ounces of ice cream and allows you and your partner in crime to serve it right out of the bowl itself. Genius.
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There are many choices in napkins out there, but linen always reigns supreme in my house because it's so sturdy and wears so well. These soft blue napkins with thin white stripes are perfect for everyday dining indoors or out.
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Rough Linen I once saw (and can't find again) a bottle opener like a wriggly fish, articulated. If anyone knows where they come from, I'm interested!
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olldbobbi Love the blue herring tablecloth!
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Ideabook updated on June 14, 2012.
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