Shopping for storage for a small kitchen is no simple task. Space-saving solutions often put practicality above aesthetics, leaving a lot to desire when it comes to looks.
So when I spotted this clever £25 kitchen storage basket from Dunelm, I realised it was the perfect choice for a small kitchen – and it actually looks nice, too.
If you don’t have room for a pantry, but you still need somewhere to store non-refrigerated ingredients, this woven tiered storage basket from Dunelm is the ultimate solution. Here’s why it would be perfect addition to a cooking space.
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Woven Tiered Storage Basket
Whether for fruit, eggs or onions, this handy storage basket is the perfect place to store foods that don’t need to be refrigerated.
Many kitchen storage ideas designed for a worktop are often simplistic shelves that are function-first. While they can be handy for increasing storage space and making the most of the height available, when you keep something on show on a worktop, you want it to look nice too.
When I spotted this woven two-tier storage basket from Dunelm I immediately thought that it acts like a mini pantry for your worktop. With two handy shelves, you can store anything from garlic bulbs to bananas so they’re easily within reach.
Open pantries are a big kitchen trend in 2026, with so many homeowners opting for on-show storage that makes a kitchen feel lived-in and slightly eclectic.
However, in a small kitchen, a large open pantry or shelves can make a space feel cluttered and visually obstructive, so opting for a smaller-scale option works best in a compact room. This £20 three-tier bamboo pantry stand from Amazon is another great choice for those who need a bit more storage space.
In any kitchen, there are always things left on a worktop, so containing this things in one storage basket creates a tidier scheme, while also adding design interest.
This Dunelm storage basket is ideal for adding to a traditional, country kitchen scheme. Creating warmth through woven textures helps to make a kitchen feel like the heart of the home, and this is even more effective when it’s achieved through a handy storage option too.
Small touches that showcase a lived-in look have a big impact in a kitchen, so you can lean into the eclectic look without having too much clutter on show.
If your kitchen leans more classic then this darker, woven storage basket is a great alternative to the Scandi-inspired IKEA open pantry unit. Plus, it’s £95 cheaper.
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Rattan Storage Baskets
The woven effect of these storage baskets looks so much more expensive than it is. These would be handy for storing cutlery and transporting from worktop to table.
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Set of 3 Woven Water Hyacinth Storage Baskets
These larger storage baskets from Dunelm are great for housing bigger items within cupboards or in a pantry.
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Mid-Century Woven Rattan Storage Baskets
Looking for something a bit different? These unique rattan baskets from John Lewis will look striking on show in a kitchen.
For £25, it’s hard to go wrong with this Dunelm storage basket. I would style on a worktop next to your cooking essentials, such as oil, salt and pepper. It’s an easy way to make your fruit and veg look infinitely more stylish.
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