Feb 9, 2015

Decorating with copper

Side table

Liven up a neutral-hued space with a showstopper cocktail table in a brushed copper finish. Ideal as a side table in the living room, this multi-functional piece can also be used as a nightstand or as additional stool seating. Martini side table, West Elm, $119.

Stand mixer

Bakers, rejoice! The classic KitchenAid stand mixer comes in a pearly copper finish that’s simply too pretty to hide behind cabinet doors. KitchenAid Professional 600 Series Stand Mixer, Amazon.ca, $480.

Vintage bottle opener

Keep your bar cart lookin’ good with entertaining tools cast in the warm metal. Elegant and sculptural, this copper vintage opener is a sleek way to pop bottles and impress guests. Vintage bottle opener, CB2, $11.

Beating bowl

Channel your inner Julia Child with classic copper bakeware. This traditional copper bowl from France is ideal for whipping egg whites, with the metal reacting with the eggs to make them more stable. Mauviel Copper Beating Bowl, Williams-Sonoma, $140.

Mason jars

Give your fresh flowers a bit of DIY bling with copper painted mason jars. Choose from the classic Ball pint jar or a more modern quilted design and pair with neutral-coloured blooms like creamy peonies and snow-white ranunculus. Mason jars, KAStyles on Etsy, $33 per set of three.

Cleaning cloth

A versatile metal, copper isn’t loved just for its pretty looks. This copper cloth has the ability to clean delicate surfaces like glass and china to remove dirt and rust without leaving any scratches. The Laundress copper cloth, Anthropologie, $16.

Apothecary jar

Though it often appears as a sleek and impeccable metallic, copper is also a popular DIY metal. This ceramic apothecary jar features visible brushstrokes, having been hand-painted in copper leaf to emphasize its artisanal nature. Dalmatian apothecary jar, Indigo, $27.

Pendant light

Light up your kitchen with the rich warmth of copper-hued pendants. This perforated copper pendant light can be installed over the island in a cluster or on its own for a more minimal look. Perforated metal industrial pendant, West Elm, $60.

Tom Dixon candle

Splurge on this luxe candle from Tom Dixon, a marble-lidded copper jar that houses the industrial scents of London – red bricks, crocuses, nettles and the salty aroma of the Thames. Tom Dixon ‘London’ large three-wick candle, ABC Carpet & Home, $160.

Countertop canisters

Let your kitchen countertops be the centre of attention with the glam glow of copper. These canisters are perfect for storing tea or coffee and will age naturally to a beautiful bronze patina. Copper canister, Williams-Sonoma, prices vary.

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