28 Shabby Chic Designs: Sweet & Stylish
Shabby chic decor in the kitchen uses soft colors and vintage touches to create a space that feels both romantic and relaxed. Furniture and decorations look beautifully worn, offering an elegant yet casual style that's inviting.
Explore the following ideas to fill your kitchen with the light and lovely style of shabby chic decor.
Faux Antiqued Refrigerator and Newsy Wallpaper
A stunning paint job can completely disguise a modern fridge, making it an unexpected delight in your kitchen.
Crown moulding or an empty picture frame can serve as a charming border.
Use chalk paint or a matte finish in your favorite color, then add white streaks and sand the frame for a shabby-chic look.
Silver and Crystal Chandelier with Wooden Cabinets
Every occasion could use a chandelier, especially one with a delicate filigree pattern adorned with crystals.
Its ornate design pairs beautifully with simple white cabinets and matching metal hardware.
Shabby-chic essentials like flowers and white ceramic vases complete the look.
Distressed Wood Shelf With China Rack
This stunning shabby-chic dish shelf cleverly uses spare parts.
A single antique wood plank combined with vintage L-brackets forms the base.
Golden mug hooks, spaced 3-4 inches apart, can be effortlessly screwed in by hand.
The result is a simple yet charming piece.
Whitewashed Wooden Table and Chairs
This kitchen truly shines!
White cabinets paired with dark metal hardware set a charming shabby-chic tone.
Distressed wood dining furniture and a kitchen island contrast beautifully with the cabinetry, and a crystal chandelier adds a touch of elegance.
Antique Scales With Decorative Knick Knacks
Arranging your cherished antique items side by side in groups of 3-4 can be a charming display.
Complementing these with accent pieces such as a flower vase or a candle that matches their color enhances the visual appeal.
Do you have a favorite antique item that you collect?
Gold Trimmed Pink and White China
Adding doilies softens up any cabinet or tabletop.
Stacked china and pink floral tea sets, paired with a ceramic pitcher as a vase, create a charming display.
A touch of elegance comes from the gold trim on some plates and salt shakers.
DIY Fresh Flower Chandelier
Hang this floral chandelier to enjoy fresh blooms that will eventually dry beautifully.
Gather a crafting circle, ribbon, lace, and freshly cut flowers.
Use the tutorial photos to guide you in making this charming decoration for any special occasion or to simply brighten up your space.
White Fabric Curtain-covered Cabinet
Achieving a country look quickly can be as simple as replacing cabinet doors with a cloth curtain.
Non-decorative items hide neatly behind it, while essentials like silverware and mugs stay accessible in glass jars and on metal hooks.
Opt for shades like white, light blue, gray, or pink for a cohesive ambiance.
Distressed Wood Floating Shelf With Mug Hooks
A footboard from a bed or an old chest cover can become a stunning shabby-chic centerpiece.
Secured to a floating shelf, it serves a new purpose.
Simple gold hooks can then display a charming tea set.
Decorative Wire Drying Rack and Floral China
A white cast iron piece feels refreshing compared to the traditional black, softening its look.
Unlike typical drying racks, this one is decorative and charming.
Perfect for displaying beautiful shabby-chic china or drying your clean dishes.
Roll-top Breadbox With Colored Interior
Transform an ordinary piece into a unique shabby-chic gem with ease.
A fresh coat of white paint on the outside and a pop of bright color inside can make a big difference.
For added flair, try using decoupage or transfer paper for a custom design on the exterior.
Blush Tabletop and Accent Cabinet
An accent cabinet, painted to match the blush tabletop and drapes, pulls the whole space together and adds a cute, eclectic touch.
This clever idea helps that awkward piece of furniture blend seamlessly into the room.
Everyone has at least one such item, and this solution makes it fit right in.
Galvanized Metal Pitcher Vase With Blush Peonies
Galvanized metal pitchers and jugs instantly add shabby-chic charm to any space.
These versatile pieces work as vases or utensil holders.
To protect the metal, place a plastic or glass liner inside when using them for flowers.
Powder Blue Walls and Distressed Wood Cabinet
Art lovers will appreciate the charm of shabby-chic style.
Faceted glass knobs on finished cabinets blend seamlessly with the decor.
A distressed cabinet serves as a focal point, complemented by vintage-framed artwork and other antique touches.
Antique Porcelain Sink and Distressed Wood Cupboard
This gorgeous sink deserves to shine, and the elegant wooden leg frame and cross-stitched hand towels highlight it beautifully.
The distressed wood island table complements the look, while the floating cabinet adds a stylish touch.
Each piece works together to create a stunning focal point in your space.
Shabby Chic Cubicle Mug Organizer
Showcase your powder blue KitchenAid mixer if you have one.
This charming mug cubby features tiny compartments for each cup, making it ideal for mix-and-match ceramics.
The black wire design adds a cute touch that ties it all together.
Every item has its own spot, keeping everything organized and tidy.
Cream Colored Cabinets and Ruffled Seat Covers
The pink accents on the kitchen island beautifully match the wall color in the adjacent room.
This decor scheme divides the blush pink living area and the monochrome cream kitchen.
Every wooden piece, from chairs to cabinets, features a charming country house design with soft molding, creating a rustic atmosphere.
Blue Walls With Pink and Decorative Plates
Why hide such cute items in a drawer?
Display antique china, teacups, and pretty linens on a floating shelf.
The blue and pink color scheme, along with the floral theme, ties the eclectic pieces together beautifully, making the room bright and fun!
Distressed White Cabinets and Floating Shelves
This kitchen, simple and neat, cleverly uses limited space.
White walls brighten the area, making it appear larger.
Unique accents, like an antique ladder with flowers and a charming farmhouse camel on the dishwasher, add a special touch.
Vases Decorated With Rope, Lace, and Pearls
Glass bottles often pile up at home.
Instead of discarding them, gather some rope, lace, paper, faux pearl strands, and a hot glue gun.
With these simple materials, easily reimagine the bottles into lovely vases by mixing styles to achieve a unique look.
Floral Teacup Motif Utensil Holder
Grab a container, some acrylic paint, a floral print napkin, and a paintbrush.
Even without a ceramic base, you can design your own.
Decoupage can be applied to almost any surface.
Dive into this tutorial for more details.
White-washed Wooden Floating Shelf
This DIY project is ideal for an entryway or for storing linens and aprons.
Simply attach two pieces of wood at a right angle using a bracket.
Paint the assembly white and add some hooks.
For a rustic, worn look, lightly sand the surface to create a charming, distressed finish.
It's an easy and practical addition to your home.
Distressed Wood Spice Rack With Mason Jar
A unique accent for your home can be achieved with decorative paper.
This cute spice rack features glass jars lined with patterned paper.
Choose patterns that share a color scheme but have different prints like floral or striped.
Antique Wooden Letters on a Pastel Wall
Those awkward wall spaces that feel empty can be challenging to decorate.
Distressed letters are a perfect DIY solution for such areas.
Plain wood letters are available at any craft store.
Pick your favorite color to paint them, and then distress the wood with sandpaper for a charming look.
Picture Frame Message Board and Side Table
Start by finding a cork board that fits an antique frame.
Spray adhesive helps attach floral print fabric to the board.
Once done, paint the frame white for a fresh look.
Finally, insert the covered board into the frame and display it on your wall.
This simple project is a fun way to introduce floral patterns to your decor.
Multicolored Barn Wood Cabinets and Pink Walls
The effect is soft, eclectic, and lovely.
The collection of glass and ceramic on the white shelves above follows the palette.
The unique barn wood cabinets are painted using powder blue, baby pink, and cream.
There’s a clear theme throughout.
This is such a fantastic, creative use of color!
Distressed Antique Curio Cabinet With Mason Jars
Peek into the contents through antique windows that serve as doors.
A curio cabinet transforms small items into purposeful displays.
Even mason jars appear artistic.
Add a few smaller items, such as salt and pepper shakers and photos, to complete the charming setup.
White Cabinetry With Metal Accents
The etched glass votive jars and the antique wash basin are absolute treasures!
Keeping the surrounding décor simple and neutral lets these special items shine.
Adding flowers can enhance the display.
A votive candle inside the jars illuminates the intricate patterns on the glass beautifully.
