Patriotic Summer Kitchen Tote

With the 4th of July just around the corner, it is time to break out the 

 Red White and Blue!

I've been working on changing up the Kitchen Sitting Area, and giving it a patriotic feel. The kitchen needed a good dose of "Summer" so I'm giving it a punch of RED. I started with the kitchen table, and gave it something different to wear. So here's just a peek at my Vintage Summer Kitchen, with a white tote filled with vintage utensils.

I started collecting vintage utensils when I started in the flea market biz. Several of these came from my maternal grandmother, and I've kept my eye out for additions for a collection. The red handled are the easiest to find. I have a few with that great "Retro Green" and then a few in white. I remember being at my grandmother's and using the hand mixer to make a cake. I'll share more on these soon.

A vintage picnic luncheon cloth in red and white,

a few rooster paper napkins.

an ivy,

and of course a flag.

Sitting on one of my grain sack linen runners.

I have a few Roosters, 

that are going to find their way to the Baker's Rack next week,

It needs a Summer makeover, too.

Now, if it will just stop raining,

so we can actually "enjoy" Summer...

Joining in here:

Show and Share at Coastal Charm

Tweak it Tuesday at Cozy Little House

The Scoop at Stone Gable

Inspire Me Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life

Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style

Share Your Cup at Mrs. Olson's

Treasure Hunt at From My Front Porch to Yours

Share Your Style at Common Ground

Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage

Shabby Art Boutique

xoxo,