I’ve always believed your kitchen should make you happy! You all know I’ve never been one to shy away from color, and lately I’ve been fully embracing bold, colorful kitchenware. Just in time for summer! From striped glasses and hand-painted ceramics to cheerful linens and playful table settings, these are pieces I’m convinced would make cooking, hosting, and even unloading the dishwasher feel a little more fun. Shop all my picks here!

These striped cotton napkins come in four hues, but I love the pink stripes and green stripes!

Absolutely no chance I would let my kids use these, but for a grown up dinner party I’m obsessed with these wave glasses.

Euro Summer is not on the horizon for me, but these cheeky striped plates would almost make up for it.

If you’re an espresso drinker, this set of cups could not be any cuter.

Guys, is it tomato girl summer again? Either way, these dinner plates + these cocktail napkins are tomato girl heaven.

Imagine a bottle of rose chilling in this striped ceramic wine bucket!

I never knew I needed a periwinkle cutlery set, until now (and the matching salad servers!)

Give me a big, bold, striped tablecloth and I’m a happy girl.

These colorful cocktail napkins are a must for at-home happy hour (and would also be a cute hostess gift)!

I think this striped ceramic pitcher would be gorgeous as a centerpiece with flowers, plus it’s under $50.

Is it just me or would these rectangular plates be perfect for hot dogs?

I’m a big fan of kid-friendly melamine plates for outdoor dining in the summer.

Shop more colorful kitchenware for summer, here!