10 Cool Crafts That Give Your Kitchen Personality (PHOTOS)

There are few things we love more than a DIY project that can be finished in a flash, but ends in a result so stylish that no one would think it was homespun. In this round-up of crafts, we've found ten ways to cheer up an often overlooked space in your home: the kitchen. From color-blocked magnets to embroidered napkins, these charming ideas will add a little extra personality for not a lot of cash.

• DIY Vintage Silverware With Pops Of Neon

  As fans of all things vintage, it's no surprise that our first craft involves old silverware. Give your utensils a new lease on life and <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/11/vintage-silverware-neon-paint_n_2663527.html" target="_blank">spray-paint them with bright neons</a>. The vintage look set against bright pops of color are personality statements on their own.

• Baking Trays Repurposed Into Personalized Serving Servers

  Have an old baking tray? Before you throw it out, you should consider <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/25/serving-tray-cookie-sheets_n_2544704.html" target="_blank">repurposing it into a personalized serving tray</a>. They're customizable, practical and very easy to make.

• DIY Storage Tin Magnet Units

  For a handy place to stores a pen or other odds and ends on your fridge, making a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/17/-refrigerator-storage-tin-magnets_n_2695726.html" target="_blank">magnetized DIY storage unit out of tins</a> is definitely worth looking into.

• Neon Color-Blocked Coasters

  To add a little splash of color to otherwise simple wood furniture, try your hand at these <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/31/craft-of-the-day-color-blocked-coasters_n_2049875.html" target="_blank">these cute blocked coasters</a>.

• Colorful Embroidered Linen Napkins

  If you haven't already noticed, adding "personality" is often directly related to vibrant colors. These <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/07/linen-napkins-craft_n_2411487.html" target="_blank">red, yellow and green embroidered linen napkins</a>, for example, are the perfect home project to give your kitchen a boost of energy.

• Artistic Hand-Painted Platters

  Painting your own designs is one way to leave your creative imprint in a space. So if you want to showcase your artistic side, these <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/15/painted-platter-craft_n_2476038.html" target="_blank">chic decorative platters</a> are definitely worth looking into.

• Aromatic Indoor Mason Jar Herb Garden

  Bringing an <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/31/craft-of-the-day-indoor-mason-jar-herb-garden_n_2051655.html" target="_blank">herb garden indoors</a> is one of our favorite ways of introducing a natural feel into our homes. And storing them in mason jars certainly adds to the earthy vibe.

• Neon-Colored Wooden Magnets

  If your refrigerator is lacking some pep, consider slapping some of these <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/06/craft-of-the-day-neon-wood-magnets_n_2088075.html" target="_blank">neon-colored wooden magnets</a> against it. They'll break up the space and can even act as memo placeholders.

• DIY Refusable Fruit And Veggies Bag

  As we attempt a greener and cleaner lifestyle, it's probably a good idea to have <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/24/reusable-vegetable-fruit-bags_n_2536944.html" target="_blank">a reusable fruit and veggie bag</a> handy.

• Retro-Inspired Clock

  What's not to love about '60s retro design? Our final craft for this roundup is <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/20/retro-inspired-clock-diy_n_2515834.html" target="_blank">a wooden starburst clock garnished with baby blue rings</a> -- an homage to the decade that was all about courageous bursts of colors.

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