30 Cozy & Charming Cottagecore Kitchen Decor Ideas
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Happy Tuesday, everybody!
Over the weekend, I did some shopping at HomeGoods and bought the most beautiful pink vintage plates. I’m so excited to bust them out during tea parties and outdoor gatherings this spring and summer!
It got me thinking on how much I’ve been loving cottagecore decor recently, especially when it comes to the kitchen. I’ve always been a fan of a rustic farmhouse kitchen, but how fun would it be to create a cottagecore kitchen?!
I’m hoping to either get my own apartment or buy a townhome sometime in the next year. While I’ve always been a fan of modern kitchens, I’ve recently become obsessed with French country and cottagecore designs. There’s something just so cozy and homey about country & cottagecore decor that makes me feel calm and happy.
So what exactly is a cottagecore kitchen? Rooted in the nostalgia of country living, a cottagecore kitchen embraces wooden elements, delicate florals, vintage furniture, and old-fashioned decor. It’s a charming little corner of your house that will make you want to slow down and enjoy life’s simple pleasures – with a loaf of fresh bread, some homemade jam, and cup of warm tea!
Don’t worry – you don’t have to purchase a cottage or a country farmhouse to get this look. With a few changes, you can turn your home or apartment into a cozy, cottagecore dreamhouse!
Here are 30 cottagecore kitchen ideas to help you create a cozy, vintage retreat in your house!
- 1. Open-Wood Shelving
- 2. Butcher Block Countertops
- 3. Vintage-Inspired Apron Sink
- 4. Floral Wallpaper
- 5. Wicker Baskets for Storage
- 6. Antique Brass Fixtures
- 7. Lace or Gingham Curtains
- 8. Mason Jars For Storage
- 9. Cozy Breakfast Nook
- 10. Hanging Copper Pots & Pans
- 11. Checkerboard Floor Tiling
- 12. Weathered Pantry Cabinet
- 13. Vintage Floral China
- 14. Cast Iron Stove or Vintage Range
- 15. Herb Drying Rack
- 16. Soft, Muted Pastel Accents
- 17. Rustic Wooden Kitchen Table
- 18. Delicate Lace Tablecloth & Doilies
- 19. Handmade Pottery & Stoneware
- 20. Recipe or Cookbook Display
- 21. Tea or Coffee Station
- 22. Cast Iron Skillets
- 23. Repurposed Vintage Furniture
- 24. Dried Floral Arrangements
- 25. Warm Ambient Lighting
- 26. Wooden Bread Box
- 27. Handwoven Dish Towels & Linens
- 28. Rustic Pie Safe
- 29. Vintage & Rustic Cookbooks
- 30. Window Herb Garden
1. Open-Wood Shelving
One of the things I’ve really started loving lately in the kitchen are open wooden shelves. They give a rustic look to the kitchen and also allow me to show off my cutest kitchen decor. Win, win in my opinion!
You can choose from reclaimed wood or polished oak – the former will give you more of a vintage look whereas the latter will look more modern. So it’s totally up to your style. Add vintage plates, ceramic bowls, glass jars filled with grains, and woven baskets to complete a cottagecore look!
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2. Butcher Block Countertops
If you’re designing a new kitchen or going in for a kitchen remodel, opt for butcher block countertops to give a rustic, cottage-like feel to your kitchen. You do have to be a little more careful with these countertops and they do require some maintenance.
These natural wood surfaces not only provide a sturdy and durable workspace but also develop a rich patina over time, making them even more charming as the years go by. Wooden countertops pair beautifully with white cabinetry, floral wallpaper, and vintage accents.
3. Vintage-Inspired Apron Sink
An apron sink is a deep & wide sink that pops out slightly past the cabinets. Modern sinks can sometimes be small and difficult for washing dishes – but an apron sink will provide plenty of space for cooking & cleaning.
A glossy white sink is what I typically prefer, but copper or metallic sinks can provide more of a rustic, old-world feel. Plus, I love the way that white sinks pair with wooden countertops to create a bright, vibrant kitchen!
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4. Floral Wallpaper
Adding wallpaper is such a simple & easy way to add personality to your kitchen design. For a cottagecore aesthetic, add a soft floral wallpaper with roses, trailing vines, or dainty wildflowers. This creates a romantic and vintage feel to the kitchen.
Earthy tones are the major color palette of cottagecore decor. I love pink or cream colored wallpapers for this look, but you could also use blue, sage cream, or just stick with soft neutral tones.
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5. Wicker Baskets for Storage
Wicker baskets are a great addition to a cottagecore kitchen. Some even have chalkboard labels on the outside to give it a rustic touch. They’re great for storing fresh produce, kitchen linens, or even jarred goods.
Display them on open wooden shelves, add them to the pantry, or even put it on the countertops to store fresh fruit.
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6. Antique Brass Fixtures
There are so many modern kitchen fixtures and lighting options you can choose from these days. But there’s just something so beautiful about antique brass or oil-rubbed bronze. It adds a vintage, timeless touch to the kitchen and I think just makes it look so elegant.
From faucets and cabinet handles to pendant lighting and drawer pulls – you can add these rustic metallic fixtures in so many different places! If you don’t want to make large changes to your kitchen, just swap out the cabinet and drawer handles. It’s a small change, but can give your kitchen a whole new look!
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7. Lace or Gingham Curtains
As you can see from the other pictures in this post, lace curtains add such a beautiful, vintage feel to the kitchen. Gingham curtains give a rustic, country farmhouse effect. Both look perfect in a cottagecore kitchen depending on your style and preference.
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8. Mason Jars For Storage
I’m constantly amazed by how many different ways you can use mason jars – for making jams, storing food, pantry storage, making a garden out of them, making snowglobes…the list goes on!
Mason jars add an old-fashioned charm to a cottagecore kitchen. You can use them to store things like dried goods, herbs, and baking ingredients and then display them on shelves and countertops. They also look great inside a pantry or wicker baskets.
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9. Cozy Breakfast Nook
When I do my next kitchen makeover, I am definitely adding a breakfast nook in my kitchen! They’re such a cozy corner of the house where you can drink your morning coffee, read, and just relax.
There’s so many ways you can design a breakfast nook. My vision is to set up a wooden bench, add soft cushions, and prop up a wooden bistro table alongside it. You can add a floral tablecloth, vintage dishes, and fresh flowers to make it feel even more homey and inviting.
10. Hanging Copper Pots & Pans
Copper pots and pans are so beautiful and look perfect in a vintage-inspired kitchen. A simple pot rack or ceiling-mounted rail makes it easy to hang the pots & pans – making it aesthetically pleasing and functional. You can also display them in a glass pantry or open wooden shelves if you prefer not to hang them.
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11. Checkerboard Floor Tiling
Remember those checkerboard tile floors that were all the rage back in the day? Well, we’re bringing them back for our cottagecore kitchen!
A checkerboard tile floor in classic black & white or soft pastel or earthy tones brings a nostalgic touch that’s perfect for a cottagecore-themed kitchen. Choose from ceramic, marble, vinyl, or linoleum depending on your style and budget.
12. Weathered Pantry Cabinet
Although most kitchens have built-in cabinets, having an additional freestanding pantry cabinet will not only increase your storage space, but also add a touch of vintage charm. Opt for a distressed, vintage-style piece with glass doors to showcase your most beautiful kitchen essentials, linens, dishes, and pantry goods.
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13. Vintage Floral China
My favorite part of cottagecore kitchen decor is definitely the vintage, delicate china! Teapots, teacups, plates, baking dishes, I love everything about the grandmacore aesthetic. I like to mix & match patterns for a unique look, and display vintage china on tablescapes, inside the pantry, or even on shelves.
Pro tip – HomeGoods has an amazing collection of vintage dishes for an affordable price! Thrift stores and antique shops are other great places to find these pieces. You can also check out these cute Amazon picks below!
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14. Cast Iron Stove or Vintage Range
This is another item I’ll be including in my future kitchen (if I buy a house, that is). Yes they can get expensive and can be a little hard to find, but they look beautiful as a focal point of a vintage-inspired kitchen! Plus, they come in cool colors if you’re longing to get away from stainless steel.
15. Herb Drying Rack
Dried herbs add a calm, tranquil feel to any kitchen and they also smell lovely! You can hang bundles of dried herbs from a wooden rack or vintage-style metal rail. Not only is this visually appealing, but it also provides an aromatic, practical way to preserve homegrown herbs for cooking and tea-making.
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16. Soft, Muted Pastel Accents
If you can’t tell already, I love pastel colors! They instantly brighten up the space and gives any space a soft look.
Pastel hues – such as pale blue, blush pink, and sage green – also look gorgeous in a cozy, cottagecore home. You can incorporate these colors in kitchen essentials like dishware, cabinets, and textiles.
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17. Rustic Wooden Kitchen Table
Wooden countertops pair beautifully with a wooden dining table. The dinner table is the heart of a cottagecore kitchen – a reminder of cozy family gatherings and meals. Pair it with rustic wooden dining chairs, or you can dress up the chairs with covers that include a skirt. Add some beautiful fresh or dried flowers as a centerpiece to complete the cottagecore look.
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18. Delicate Lace Tablecloth & Doilies
Along with lace curtains, you can also add a lace tablecloth to enhance the vintage, romantic feel of the kitchen. If you’re not a fan of a lace tablecloth, you can also scatter delicate crocheted doilies or add a lace runner to the table to achieve a similar effect.
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19. Handmade Pottery & Stoneware
Swap modern dishware for handmade pottery and rustic stoneware in earthy tones to add character and charm to your cottagecore kitchen. If you’re not able to make your own then you can find handmade pieces at local artisan shops or check out the pieces from Amazon below!
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20. Recipe or Cookbook Display
One of my favorite decor pieces in a cozy kitchen is a beautiful cookbook or recipe in a wooden display. This is also a great way to honor family recipes using vintage frames, on clipboards, or tucked into an open cookbook stand. Adding a personal, nostalgic touch to the kitchen is a key part of cottagecore decor, and this is a great way to show it!
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21. Tea or Coffee Station
A coffee & tea station in the kitchen adds another cozy touch to the space! You can create a tea station using vintage canisters filled with loose-leaf tea, vintage teapots, and delicate teacups.
You can also house coffee pods in antique cans or cute canisters for your guests to use when visiting. Pair with accompaniments like creamers, sugars, syrups, and more to create a complete coffee station!
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22. Cast Iron Skillets
Along with copper pots & pans, cast iron skillets will also add a rustic, old-fashioned charm to the kitchen You can display them on the stove, hanging wall shelves, or even on a hanging rack. These pans are durable and a must-have for making burgers, stews, delicious breakfasts in your cottagecore kitchen!
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23. Repurposed Vintage Furniture
Incorporate a repurposed vintage dresser, end table, or sideboard to add unique character and functionality to your cottagecore kitchen! For instance, you can re-use an old dresser to store linens or dishes. You can also use a open-shelving display unit to store glasses and vintage china.
24. Dried Floral Arrangements
Fresh flowers look beautiful on the kitchen island or countertop in the spring and summer, but dried floral arrangements bring a rustic charm to a cottagecore kitchen.
Display them in ceramic vases, weave them into your front door wreaths, or hang them upside down from wall hooks! Dried lavender adds a touch of French countryside, and dried herbs adds an aromatic touch to the kitchen.
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25. Warm Ambient Lighting
Cottagecore kitchens look gorgeous with soft, warm lighting that creates a welcoming and cozy atmosphere. You can use vintage-style sconces, candlelit lanterns, low-hanging pendant lights, or even brass vintage candleholders to achieve this look.
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26. Wooden Bread Box
It sounds so simple, but a wooden bread box is a cute way to add cottagecore charm to your kitchen! It’s also useful in storing freshly baked bread which allows bread to stay fresh while adding an old-fashioned touch to your kitchen.
There are many types of bread boxes you can choose from, but I typically prefer a wooden bread box with ornate carvings or a vintage look.
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27. Handwoven Dish Towels & Linens
Swap out modern dish towels for handwoven linen or cotton cloths, preferably in classic patterns like gingham, stripes, or soft florals. These linens make the space feel more cozy, and look beautiful when out on display!
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28. Rustic Pie Safe
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Not going to lie – I had no idea what a pie safe was until I was doing research for this post! I’ve seen pie safes before, but I had no idea that’s what they were called! And now, I definitely want one in my kitchen.
A pie safe is a wooden cabinet with perforated tin panels that were traditionally used to store pies & other baked goods. It’s a great way to add old-fashioned beauty to the kitchen! They can be a little difficult to find, but you may have luck find them at a vintage shop or an Amish furniture store.
29. Vintage & Rustic Cookbooks
Even in the age of food blogs and Pinterest, there’s just something so magical about finding & making a recipe from a cookbook. I love rustic, farmhouse-style and vintage-inspired cookbooks that pair perfectly with a cottagecore kitchen.
My favorites are the Magnolia Table and Half-Baked Harvest cookbooks, but there are so many other wonderful authors. A fun idea is to collect favorite family recipes and create a handmade recipe box or your own “cookbook” that you can display proudly on the kitchen countertop!
30. Window Herb Garden
A small herb garden on the kitchen windowsill is both practical and beautiful, bringing fresh, fragrant greenery into the space. Simple clay pots, vintage tins, or repurposed teacups make charming homes for commonly used herbs like basil, thyme, rosemary, and mint.
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I hope you enjoyed this list of cottagecore kitchen ideas! Have you tried any of these ideas before, or do you plan on trying any in your next kitchen update? Let me know in the comments below!
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