Generally, when we move into our first apartment, we buy things for our kitchen based on how cheap they are and pure necessity. Who said they can’t be cute, too? We found 15 things on Amazon you can buy to update your kitchen that are cute and functional!
Between putting your stuff into boxes and then taking them back out in your new place, you’re bound to somehow lose some things. Or maybe you’re moving into your first apartment out of the dorms and you don’t have any kitchen utensils! Either way, this set of 19 utensils is super cute and has pretty much everything you need. Plus, it comes with a holder so you can keep it all organized. They’re all heat resistant and are FDA approved for cooking so you know they’re high quality.
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It might not have even occurred to you to buy a spoon rest. Perhaps you didn’t even know they exist! This is one of those things for your kitchen you should get right away, especially if you cook often so you can keep your ladle or spoon off your counter. Even if your diet mostly consists of boxed mac and cheese and ramen, this is a must-have. This blue one will prevent your spoon from making a mess when you’re cooking with the added bonus of adding some color to your kitchen counter! If you also get that set of copper utensils, this will compliment them nicely.
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Of course, you could easily buy a basic set of these at your local hardware store or big box store, but why not add a little flair to your kitchen with a pretty set? These are the very definition of cute and functional. If you use stick-on wall hooks and hang them over your stove you can even use them as decor! These are heat resistant and made of cotton, which makes them machine washable which makes them perfect for the amateur chef. Now you just need to find yourself a matching apron and you can live out your Great British Bake Off dreams.
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If you forget a few things for your kitchen, you’ll want to make sure this isn’t one. You could fill this mason jar soap dispenser with dish soap or hand soap for when you’re preparing to cook but either way, this is a definite must-have! This way you can save some money buying your hand soap or dish soap in bulk– plus it’s good for the environment because it’ll reduce the amount of plastic you’re consuming. The jar is made of glass, so you’ll need to be careful with it, but it’s totally worth it for how cute it’ll look on your counter!
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If you’re lucky enough to have a dishwasher in your apartment, this is a great way to avoid being asked again and again if the dishes are clean or dirty! It’ll also help you remember to empty your dishwasher and avoid having to re-run it. As far as things for your kitchen, this one is probably the most important in regards to your relationship with your roommate. Even if you just need the reminder for yourself or for friends when they’re over, this is a fun way to add a little flair to your kitchen.
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