I have 1 handle board, the others are square, or rectangular or round, lol, where should I place them? next to stove, next to sink?

So far the only thing I have added is a cake stand from Hearth and Hand by Joanna Gaines

I 'd do something on the far left, and maybe over by the stove. do some oils and stuff in the corner

cute vase w/herbs

if you did your penin in some simple trim like this, and did the blue w/some wood stools, that would look nice.

I really like your white window sill. you could so some small herb pots that are white. or maybe make or get a shallow wood tray or box to hold them. The bright green w/the white and the wood accents would be so pretty.

what if you painted the inside of the window the dark blue ?

If it was mine, I'd get some walnut or similar, cut them to fit, and line the inside of the window w/the wood. I actually did it on my own window with some teak

If you give me a straight on pic that isn't tilted, and removed that mini blind, I could photoshop you some ideas. Stand directly in front about where the peninsula ends.

maybe do a flat type of basket w/some olive oil bottles and a crock

All the examples Beth posted are nice..you can use your cute wood cake stand in front of a couple cutting boards, it will help hold them up and be a nice collection..maybe add a white vase with some eucalyptus or succulents just be sure they are all different heights so proportions are good..but just have fun with it...love the tray with oils for cooking..but you need to make it your own..good to use things that you actually use every day ..maybe some interesting MCM modern salt and pepper shakers!

I thought this was nice..took a picture of it from in one of my magazines...

something like this? Option 1 or 2?

Do you have a darker wood cutting board to set it all on..it looks super cute both ways!

Maybe I like the first one best😊😉

These are all my cutting boards, the first one is huge, 19x19 and probably weights more than 30 pounds, is very heavy, the middle one has sugar on it because I am drinking Margaritas lol, so thats the white stuff you see.

oh and I forgot this one , 12 x 8. its small

Sugar,,,uh huh,,sure. we know you're partying....;)

the round one, 2nd from right, would be cute to set some stuff on. I like option 1.

I like the darker paddle looking one too. maybe set it against the wall w/some white herb pots or something.

look for some of the wood boards w/the marble inlay. home goods often has them for cheap.

your striped one, you could sand, and stain a darker tone. then oil it.

How does this arrangement look? Should I place that round one next to the oven with the oil and utensils, Beth?

Lol, Beth, I needed a drink, its been a stressful month with the whole renovation, but ohhhh its soooo worth it

that looks good!

Beth and Julie, thank you so much, I loooove all the ideas you have given me

you guys have done a great job.

Marian, Target has this one.

I just got it last month for my island (and the little fake plant. my own pot tho)

normally I keep my bread loaves on it

Here's the marble and wood one my husband got me on clearance!

(The walnut one we made)

and I have this acacia one on my shelves. I think those colored jars are from LeCreuset ?

the people that make the iron dutch ovens and pots in the bright colors? Macys was having a sale and then extra w/a coupon. they come in a lot of colors. maybe get a few of those for your countertop?

their blue is beautiful

they just released this one. keep on your stove top? present for you? lol

Marian this is wonderful....I like the paddles mixed with your cake stand and plant! Would love a white pot for your plant.... but it is a cute eclectic mix.

Julie, Beth, should I place my coffee, sugar canisters next to coffee maker or leave it empty?

Beth, your kitchen looks amazing!

Thank you Gcubed! Hard work pays off haha!

I like the white canisters..looks great..you have to be practical too! That works really well..

Thanks Julie.
Beth, no, I have seen the photos you posted here, not the whole kitchen though
Julie, Beth, I just got this planter today with some basil, what do you think?

I like that planter..and with basil! Love it..

looks good! I like the cake stand and wood pieces too

Where can I place a candle? I currently have one where I put my oils and peppers but the space is a little tight, I put the plant on the window sill

What about taking the utensil container off the tray and just sitting it alone next to stove on the other side than push the oil bottle to the back on the tray and add a candle...?.?

Julie, Beth, would this be cute for my oils or should I find a round wood tray instead?

how about this tray?

I like the first one. seal it though or the oils will soak through

i used this for mine (Cost Plus, porcelain tasting plate? I think is what it's called) I put my oil jar, salt pepper and maybe a spice. i keep it near my stove top

I would stick with adding wood

ok, so I didn't get the tray, my husband thought it was terrible lol. I will find a dark wood tray to put my oils, spice, salt pepper shakers and a candle

It can be a wood tray with handles too!

Beth H. what stone do you have on your island? It is really pretty!

jan,, Calacatta Marble. thanks!

I am loving this thread! From the hard sweat equity down to the little elements that warm up the space. Great collaborative job everyone!

Hi everyone. Here are the final pictures of our kitchen. Peninsula was extended 38 3/4 in , it used to measure around 5 ft, now the lenght measures at 8'8 ft so we extended around a little over 3 ft, and Width, 39 inches.
We added book shelves for my cooking books and a wine cooler. We also installed a new faucet and a new undermount sink.

For the countertops we ended up going with Carrara White Quartz to give it a Marble feel. As per Beth and Julie's suggestions I have added some wood decorations like and oil tray with Parsley and some wood cutting boards with Rosemary and Basil. We also went with Carrara White for the backsplash.

We continue improving our kitchen and we would like to extend the cabinets up to the ceiling, but that a project for another day hhaha!

I would like to thank everyone who helped me with great ideas for my new kitchen. Special THANKS go to Beth and Julie, don't know what would have done without you two! Both of you are amazing!!!

My pleasure! Enjoy..... it really is beautiful!

Beautiful job all!!!

Beautiful!!

You made an amazing transformation. Now sit back and enjoy it. Report back in 6mo to let us know if it's still everything you'd hoped it would be!

Marian, I can't believe how quickly it all came together. You guys are work horses! You've done an incredible job. Is it OK if I use your before and after pics to show others?

If you could post one more pic that mimics your original posting pic, (the very top pic) that would be great! thanks

Hi Beth, absolutely, please go ahead and use the before and after pictures.
What do you mean in your last sentence? You want me to add another pic of the before?
Thank you, we worked hard, painting the cabinets was no joke. we have a very active 5 year old daughter running around ALL THE TIME, ha! We were up until like 1 in the morning painting the cabinets and she wouldn't go to sleep until we finished! it was a chaos, but we did it!

Could you do an after picture that matches the positioning of this one? (but a little straighter? lol)

Beth, yes, Let me get home and I will take a picture. I came to visit my mom.

Beth is this the angle you want?

Here is another one