It’s not just the ingredients in your kitchen that are making a statement. After all, your utensils and storage can be just as important. And one throwback trend is making a serious comeback
The kitchen has gone kitsch with a vintage revival, bringing back the warm and earthy palette of terracotta, mustard, alongside natural stone and wood – but it’s the “Merry Mushroom” collection that’s stealing the limelight. These quirky 70s icons are making a comeback in a subtle way that speaks louder than bold wallpapers or vibrant tiles.
It’s all about “groovy maximalism,” complete with organic curves and throwback shades, at the forefront of a wider 70s resurgence adored by designers and decor devotees. Own a slice of yesteryear thrills with “Merry Mushroom” knick-knacks; a charming tribute to the evergreen charity shop finds sporting that unmistakable 70s kitsch.
House Digest raves about these nostalgic treasures, labelling them as “sweet” pops of colour that capture the essence of the woods with their adorable mushroom motif. One piece alone is enough to sprinkle some retro magic on your home scene, says the publication: “Even if you only snag one, it will certainly add to the vibe that is taking over the interior design world.”
Long live the “Merry Mushroom” jars, a legacy from Sears, dominating from the 70s to the 80s with a catalogue of 250 choices for eager homemakers.
Now, it’s less about utility and more about those one-of-a-kind flourishes of style – though cookie and flour storage were once part of the groovy array, reports the Express.
The iconic Merry Mushroom collection was a staple in the US, and while it’s less recognised in the UK, you can still spot these pieces in vintage and antique shops.
These retro treasures are perfect for cottage-core or 70s-inspired kitchens, but they can also add a touch of nostalgia elsewhere.
To offset the vibrant mustard and orange shades typical of Merry Mushroom designs, pair them with natural, earthy finishes. House Digest suggests that a wooden tray on a side table, adorned with a mushroom jar and a beige or taupe frame, would look intentional.
“This will play up the colour and also complement the natural elements of the mushroom”, the magazine pointed out.
For a simpler kitchen display, place the jars on wooden or copper surfaces, perhaps on open shelves, to tone down the bold yellow and brown hues.
Any mustard accents or matching colours will evoke the 70s vibe and give your kitchen an autumnal edge.
How to spot genuine Merry Mushroom kitchenware
One way to verify if you’ve got the real deal is to inspect the base of the ceramic items for date stamps.
You should find years within the 1970s and 1980s range, along with a Sears mark. This is one of the easiest ways to identify your pieces, according to House Digest.
The magazine cautioned: “Some of the lids may be mismatched and the sizing varies depending on the year each was produced…check for the stamp and the tell-tale colours that make these jars so unique.”