You probably spend a lot of time in your kitchen, right? I know I do. Use some of these simple kitchen accents to turn the heart of your home into your very own seaside sanctuary! We're not talking complete kitchen renovation here. Just a few decorative, yet functional, accessories to give your kitchen a "beach house" feel without breaking the bank.

I suggest starting with one or more of the most vital kitchen accessories to create the largest impact on your space: salt and pepper shakers, kitchen towel sets, and a cutting board. Not only will you see these the most, you'll also utilize them the most.

Cutting boards are available in all forms, big or small with various patterns. The ones I love the most are the tempered glass cutting boards that remain on your counter permanently for a special decorative accent. Also you can choose wooden cutting boards constructed of artisan bamboo. Including or not including a shore-inspired pattern, bamboo surely displays a tropical feel anyway.

A kitchen towel can be for everyday use or it can be for appearances only. They make great room accents and come in a wide variety of styles and colors. You can focus your kitchen theme around your towels, whether they be reminiscent of the ocean or the tropics, and you can get coordinating potholders and such. You might even pick up a matching apron to wear next time you're cooking those lobster tails!

Don't hide your salt and pepper shakers, as they can become an important part of your kitchen decor. The beach motif can be carried out with shakers shaped like lobsters, anchors, clams, palm trees, etc., and they can be kept on view on counters or table.

Now that you've considered the basics, feel free to add as many, or as few, other kitchen accessories as you'd like. Turn your kitchen into your family's favorite room, for more reasons than just the food!

Choices may include serving trays, spoon rests, canisters or coasters, with anything being possible to design your personal coastal cottage kitchen. To find more fantastic beach decor ideas, visit http://www.oceanstyles.com.