Kitchen Decor Dealing With Wine

Wine Rack

• When decorating a wine-inspired kitchen, using the bottles themselves as a decorative element is an easy way to incorporate the theme. Wine racks are available in a variety of designs and styles, so you can opt for one that displays the bottles instead of simply storing them. Look for a wall-mounted rack whose design exposes as much of the bottles as possible. For a modern look, a stainless steel rack is an attractive option. A wood or wrought iron rack provides a classic, Old World feel. You also can choose a rack that provides storage for wine glasses along with the bottles to provide additional visual interest.

Wallpaper Border

• A wallpaper border is another way to work the wine theme into your kitchen's décor. These borders are similar to regular wallpaper, but are much smaller pieces that fit perfectly at the top of a wall. They come in a variety of patterns and designs, and are easy to install, particularly if you use one that already has adhesive on the back. Look for a border that features wine bottles or glasses to spice up your plain kitchen walls. You may also opt for a design with grape vines if you prefer a subtle look. If you want to make your wine theme border really stand out, consider using it in the middle of the wall at chair rail height instead of along the ceiling.

Stencils

• While wallpaper borders are easy to hang, wine-themed stencils are even simpler to apply. You can use them in the same way that you would borders and apply a continuous line of stenciled wine bottles, glasses or grapes along the top or middle portion of your wall. However, you can also use them to create an accent wall for your kitchen. Use small grape stencils all over a wall to mimic the look of wallpaper. If you prefer a bolder look, use larger stencils of wine bottles and glasses on the top center portion of the wall. You can even use stencils for a mural effect by creating a vineyard or tabletop scene with them. If your walls already have wallpaper or a decorative finish, consider using stencils to paint wine bottles or grape details on your cabinets for a fun touch.

Linens

• For an easy decorating element, look for wine-themed linens, such as a tablecloth, curtains or dish towels to add to your kitchen. There is a wide variety of patterns that features wine bottles, glasses or grape vines, so you can choose one whose color scheme matches the rest of the shades in your kitchen. Using wine-themed linens also allows you to easily swap them out when the mood strikes.