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Cozy Corner Kitchen Tray Styling with Mini Lamp Inspiration

Hello everyone! Join me as I style a cozy corner in my kitchen using a tray in various ways. I recently purchased a mini lamp for the kitchen and wanted to create a low-light area with some decorations. I took my wooden tray and arranged a few decorative items on it. I can't wait to share my ideas with you. Let’s work together to create a warm and inviting kitchen corner!


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I prefer to keep my tray styling simple. For my first tray design, I wanted to incorporate my pug planter. I used pink faux flowers and various types of foliage to enhance the planter. I placed the planter in one corner of the tray and arranged the foliage around it before adding the pink flowers into the planter. Additionally, I included my purple textured candle jar. To complete the design, I arranged a selection of pink faux flowers directly on the tray near the lamp.


For my second cozy tray design, I decided to include a clay pot decoration filled with craft moss. This is one of my favorite designs because it allows for the addition of various flowers and accessories. I positioned the clay pot in the corner of the tray and placed artificial foliage on top of the moss, adding a lovebird embellishment to the center of the foliage. I also enjoy reusing glass jars of different styles, shapes, and sizes. To complete the tray, I used a smaller glass jar to hold my artificial wildflowers.
For my second cozy tray design, I decided to incorporate a clay pot decoration filled with craft moss. This is one of my favorites because I can decorate it with various flowers and additional accessories. I positioned the pot in the corner of the tray and arranged my artificial foliage on top of the moss, adding a lovebird embellishment at the center of the foliage. I love reusing glass jars of different styles, shapes, and sizes. To complete the tray, I used a smaller glass jar to hold my artificial wildflowers.



For my third tray, I aimed for a simple design. I enjoy decorating with artificial plants, so I chose to include my faux eucalyptus potted plant. I kept the tray minimalist, featuring just the lamp, the plant, and a candle.



For my fourth tray, I decided to add my mini pot and fill it with faux succulent flowers. To finish off the tray, I included my succulent candle display. Again, something simple but pretty.




For the fifth tray, I wanted to use a few of my leaf branches. Although my branches were already placed in a jar, I decided to showcase them in my textured pot, as I think the peach color complements the dark wood of the tray. I placed the branches into the textured pot before adding them to the tray. I love reusing items I have at home, so I added the candle jar back to the tray to complete the look.




For my final tray, I reused most of the items from the first tray: the pug planter, artificial flowers, and the candle. The only new addition is a mini magnet that reads, "With you, I am home," which I placed just in front of the lamp.



I love having a cozy corner in my kitchen. In the evenings, I turn on my lamp and enjoy a nice cup of herbal tea. The soft lighting creates a relaxing atmosphere. You can also display your favorite cookbook to enhance the space. I hope you enjoyed my tutorial on creating a cozy corner. Thank you for visiting, and I look forward to seeing you again soon!
 
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  1. "Cozy" is definitely the right word for it. It looks so warm and inviting.

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    1. Amy, thank you so much. Adding this corner has been nice to have in the kitchen.

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  2. Ohhhhhh, I need to do this! This is beautiful, and so versatile. I have a lovely wooden tray that was gifted to me, and I haven't ever figured out exactly what to do with it. This will be perfect! Thank you for sharing this post with all of us at the Will Blog for Comments #60 linkup! Looking forward to seeing what you'll share at #61, too--it opens next week. Hope your week is a great one. :)

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    1. Jennifer, thank you! Yes, those wooden trays are perfect for creating a cozy corner. I knew, after buying my mini lamp, that I needed to do something with my wooden tray. Give it a try! Thank you for visiting. And as always thank you for your wonderful link party.

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  3. All nice and pretty ideas. My fave would be the tray with the succulents!

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    1. Thank you! That's one of my favorites, as well.

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  4. Very pretty. At this time of year it's so nice to have a little light in a dark corner.

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  5. Oh Wow these are awesome. Love these.
    Thanks so much for sharing with Sweet Tea & Friends this month dear friend.

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  6. Happy May Steph! Just popping back over to let you know I'll be featuring your post at our Sweet Tea & Friend's May Link Up.
    {{Hugs}}

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  7. I'm featuring you when the next To Grandma's house we go link party starts, thanks for sharing with us!

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