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A Centerpiece For The Kitchen Island In 11 Easy Steps

Posted on February 28, 2022January 31, 202326 Comments

Do you need a centerpiece idea for your kitchen island? My oversized kitchen island was lacking something, but I found a solution! Let me show you! This post is sponsored by Dixie Belle Paint.

Our 6 x 6-foot kitchen island makes any decor or flower arrangement look a little lost.

Dark kitchen cabinets before they were painted

This photo from before I painted the kitchen cabinets is a good example. The vase and flowers in the center of the island look tiny, which is not the case.

Yesterday I thought of a plan! The island needs something to “ground” the decor or flower arrangement I want to display. It needs a centerpiece!

Dixie Belle products used for this centerpiece

I already had the perfect Dixie Belle products to finish my centerpiece with, and then I remembered the round wooden board I saw at Home Depot a while back. I couldn’t wait to get started!

Products I Used To Make a Centerpiece

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  • Dixie Belle Chalk Mineral Paint in the color Buttercream
  • Belles and Whistles Buds & Branches Transfers (I only used half of the images)
  • Dixie Belle Clear Coat Sealer
  • Continuous Fine Mist Bottle
  • Dixie Belle Synthetic Bristle Brushes
  • Elmer’s Wood Filler
  • Sanding Block
  • 24-inch x 2-ft Smooth Wood Panel

Step 1

Wood filler

I filled the wooden panel’s small holes and imperfections with Elmer’s Wood Filler.

Step 2

First coat of paint

Without priming first, I jump right in with the first coat of chalk paint. It has excellent coverage and works better than most primers.

Step 3

Sanding paint smooth

Painting raw wood opens up the wood grain and creates a rough, prickly surface when dry.

A light sanding takes care of that and leaves the surface silky-smooth.

That sanding after the first coat of paint is one of my favorite things to do! It’s so satisfying when, in an instant, the wood goes from super rough to super smooth.

Step 4

Second coat of paint on the kitchen island centre piece

Time for the second coat of paint. Chalk paint tends to feel slightly think and dry, but a quick spray with the continuous mister bottle will make it glide on smoothly.

Step 5

Positioning a floral transfer

This is the fun part!

Dry-fit the first transfer piece to position it exactly where you need it to be. I used two pieces of painter’s tape to mark where to place the corners when permanently setting it.

Step 6

Carefully peel away the paper backing of the transfer image.

Step 7

Place the corners of the plastic cover next to the tape markers you made. Once in place, secure the transfer’s plastic cover sheet with a few pieces of painter’s tape.

Step 8

You will need a flat, hard but not sharp tool to apply pressure on the transfer, which will stick it to the board and make it come away from the plastic cover sheet.

Step 9

Slowly lift the plastic cover as you scrape, ensuring the transfer doesn’t pull away from the board.

Step 10

lining up the transfer's second piece with the first half

Time to line up the second part of the image with the first piece.

I pulled the paper backing away only on the side that needed to line up. Once the edges were lined up, I slowly removed the rest of the paper.

Repeat steps 8 and 9.

I added this little bug and butterfly that was also part of this transfer set. Aren’t they just the cutest?

I applied one coat of clear coat sealer over the whole surface to protect the transfers and paint finish from any spills or kitchen messes.

Step 11

Drilling holes for handles

I added two cabinet door handles on opposite sides of the panel as a finishing touch.

When measuring and marking where to drill the holes, do it on the bottom not to ruin the upper side.

A Centerpiece for the Kitchen Island – Ready for Spring

Finished centerpiece for the kitchen island

Judged by the transfer design I chose to use, I think it might be safe to say I have spring fever!

I am so ready for colorful flowers and butterflies and cute little critters.

Flowers on a centerpiece with a floral design

This project took me less than a day to complete, and that is always a win in my book!

Completed centerpiece for the kitchen island

I would love to hear what you think! Feel free to leave a comment below and please subscribe if you enjoyed this post!

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26 Comments
  • Melba
    March 11, 2022

    Gorgeous Marieza! I love this! I want to make one for my grow room!

    Reply
    • Marieza
      March 14, 2022

      That would be awesome, Melba!

      Reply
  • Rachelle
    March 6, 2022

    Marieza, I would like to make one of these for myself, and even as gifts. Can the solid piece of wood be found at Lowes or Home Depot?
    This project turned out beautiful!!! And it really doesn’t look like a complicated DIY.
    If you have time to add this to the Friday with Friends party I would be so happy:)

    https://myhubbardhome.com/friday-with-friends-jump-into-spring-link-party/

    take care,
    Rachelle

    Reply
    • Marieza
      March 6, 2022

      Hi Rachelle! Yes, I got mine from Lowe’s. It really is an easy fun project. Have fun!

      Reply
  • Rachel - Tea and Forget-me-nots
    March 3, 2022

    Stunning! You’ve absolutely inspired me to try something similar. Thanks!

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    • Marieza
      March 6, 2022

      You are very welcome, Rachel. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  • Marie
    March 2, 2022

    What a great idea! You’re so creative Marieza. The pattern you chose is so pretty.

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    • Marieza
      March 2, 2022

      thank you so much, Marie!

      Reply
  • Tammy
    March 1, 2022

    I love this project. The transfers are the perfect touch to bring in spring. Such a beautiful project!

    Reply
    • Marieza
      March 1, 2022

      Thank you, Tammy! I am so ready for spring!

      Reply
  • Diane
    March 1, 2022

    Perfect addition!

    Reply
    • Marieza
      March 1, 2022

      Thank you so much, Diane!

      Reply
  • Leslie Watkins
    March 1, 2022

    So very pretty! What a great way to begin spring!

    Reply
    • Marieza
      March 1, 2022

      Thank you, Leslie! I think we can all use a little spring right now.

      Reply
  • Sheri
    March 1, 2022

    Gorgeous, I definitely want to try making that tray! Thank you for sharing the great idea.

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    • Marieza
      March 1, 2022

      I am so glad you like it! Thank you for your sweet comment, Sheri!

      Reply
  • Elizabeth
    February 28, 2022

    This looks amazing! I love it, I think I am going to try to make one! I love the flower decals/transfers, they looks like an old Masters still life painting! Have a wonderful week.

    Reply
    • Marieza
      February 28, 2022

      Thank you so much, Elizabeth! I do agree, they are gorgeous.

      Reply
  • Debbie
    February 28, 2022

    Your TRAY is beautiful I love it!!!

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    • Marieza
      February 28, 2022

      Thank you so much, Debbie! I am so glad to hear you like it. It’s great hearing from you!

      Reply
  • Maria
    February 28, 2022

    I love the beautiful centrepiece that you have created Marieza! May it bring you years of pleasure. 🥰

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    • Marieza
      February 28, 2022

      Thanks, mom! It was a fun project. I was looking for an excuse to use these beautiful floral transfers.

      Reply
  • Barbara at Mantel and Table
    February 28, 2022

    It’s beautiful Marieza, and what a brilliant idea! I love the way it looks – and makes your flowers look – on your island, and it looks super fun to make too. I’m going to have to try some of those transfers. Thanks for another great idea and easy tutorial! Happy Last Day of February!

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    • Marieza
      February 28, 2022

      Thank you so much, Barbara! Somehow I knew this floral design would appeal to you, lol!

      Reply
  • Carol Karl | Living a Real Life
    February 28, 2022

    This is so lovely. My kitchen island always ends up covered in ‘stuff’ so there’s never any room. Anything I put there ends up being moved out of the way. It looks really great though.

    Reply
    • Marieza
      February 28, 2022

      I know all about “the stuff”, Carol! It’s a constant battle here as well! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
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