Well, that’s a crock

for your kitchen utensils.

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I’m fully aware that a clear countertop is the best countertop, but I also tend to think that one more utensil crock will solve all of my problems. This week, I’m leaning into organic-feeling forms and rustic ceramics.

I love when they tell you they’re meant for spoons.

$42 from reAwesome on Etsy

Today you’ll find more of the utensil holders I have my eye on, plus:

• Spoons (elaborately) designed for spring and summer berries

• Chrome serving trays

• Pitchers with personality

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Berry season is here

Photo: Artisan Antiques and Fine Estates on eBay

At $249, this Dutch sterling berry spoon is likely beyond all of our budgets, but I offer it here as inspiration—how amazing would a spoon like this look on your table as you set out the fixings for berry shortcakes this summer?

Photo: Lasiklady on eBay

You’ll find many more of these around at a much friendlier price point. (Similar here and here.) I also like pierced ones like this.

A statement tray for snacks

Photo: Lamb_house on eBay

This midcentury modern “atomic” stand has four separate areas for snacks—could be a good time if you loaded it up with seafood. Or different kinds of potato chips! ($23 on eBay)

If you prefer a more traditional stacked tier, this chrome number could be it for you. ($25 on Ebay)

Can I offer you a drink?

Is this 1960s pitcher too pretty to actually pour from? I say buy one as a gift and tell the recipient to go for it. Life’s too short to stand on ceremony. ($89 on eBay)

This green one sports similar style, for $66.

With its long stretched neck, this orangey-red pitcher borders on absurd in a way that speaks to me. ($57 on eBay)

For something a bit more understated, I like this Winfield Pottery of Pasadena pitcher in turquoise. ($55 on eBay)

Crocks aplenty

Photo: Maggieta2011 on eBay

I feel myself yearning for warmth in kitchens, rather than the chill of uniform white marble. The earth tones of this sturdy stoneware utensil holder feel just right. ($40 on eBay)

Photo: OakGroveCurations on Etsy

The typography on this speckled pottery spoon holder just makes me smile. ($20 on Etsy)

Photo: TheAntiqueRevival on Etsy

Nothing’s stopping you from using a pretty little jadeite pitcher as a spoon-holder, either. ($46 on Etsy). Or a salt-glazed beer stein!