Extendable + versatile
Sure, you might buy it to wash produce. But don’t be surprised if this handy mesh colander earns a permanent place over your sink, when you discover it’s also the perfect spot to air dry hand-washable items in heavy rotation.
Crate & Barrel, crateandbarrel.com. Extendable stainless steel mesh over-the-sink colander with rubber arm grips, $19.95.
Dry spot
More than a dedicated spot to let your sponge dry out between washes, this handmade ceramic sponge holder is also a little added art to adorn your countertop.
Home Malone, 629 N. Carrollton Ave. and 4610 Magazine St., New Orleans, (504) 766-6148, homemalonenola.com. High fire stoneware sponge holder, $24.
A little scrubby
Made by Redecker, a German-based company that’s been producing handmade brushes for over 75 years, this hardy little pot brush fits perfectly in the palm of your hand.
Sunday Shop, 2025 Magazine St., New Orleans, (504) 342-2087, sundayshop.co. Redecker pot brush made with untreated beechwood and natural fibers. $8.
Top towels
With a whisper of earth-toned charm, each of these lovely knit dish towels has a little loop so you can hang it where it's handy.
Little Miss Muffin, 766 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, (504) 482-8200, shoplittlemissmuffin.com. Creative Co-op 10.5-inch square cotton knit dish towels (set of 2), $15.
The clear choice
Dish soap or hand soap? Clear up any liquid soap confusion with refillable glass dispensers that are clearly yet subtly labeled.
Amazon, amazon.com. Set of two 16-ounce glass kitchen soap dispensers (8.25 inches tall) by Rail 19, $32.50.
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