Putting together my kitchen

I decided before we moved that it would be fun to have a coastal style kitchen; something bright and cheerful where I could display some of our beach finds as a reminder of our fun and relaxing trips. This first picture is similar (with the light wood cabinetry and gray countertops) to mine, and I love the refreshing blue and green accents.


So I knew that I wanted to use blues and greens, but with the layout of the house being so open, I feel like I need to tie in some red (since that is the dominant color in the front room). I like this color scheme.


I LOVE this table setting. I'm hoping to find a red, green, and blue stripe fabric and some fun colored dishes. I'm not sure I'm comfortable with shells sitting on the table uncontained though. . . they would end up in my little one's mouth. I'm thinking that an apothecary jar filled with shells would be a better way to go.

Or several jars like these! I do have sand, shells, and pebbles.

Then again jars might be better on a shelf. I have a little nook right above the microwave that I have been trying to figure out how to decorate. Maybe something like one of these shelves?
I can picture it all in my head, but it has been impossible to find the things I'm looking for in a store! If only wishing them here would do the trick I could have my kitchen done (not to mention the rest of my house)!