{"id":2844,"date":"2026-04-29T23:30:49","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T23:30:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/?p=2844"},"modified":"2026-05-20T23:51:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T23:51:33","slug":"this-easy-diy-will-give-your-kitchen-peak-nancy-meyers-vibes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/this-easy-diy-will-give-your-kitchen-peak-nancy-meyers-vibes\/","title":{"rendered":"This Easy DIY Will Give Your Kitchen Peak Nancy Meyers Vibes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"\">Recently I was wanting to make my kitchen feel warmer, cozier, and a little more whimsical. Adding a ruffled trim to the bottom edge of my cabinets turned out to be just the trick. You can do this with any kind of shelving, and it really gives your space that charming, 90s rom-com vibe without requiring any permanent changes, which makes it perfect for renters. (Like me!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">I used gingham ruffles in my kitchen, in my signature color red of course, and they instantly warmed up the space. The best part is that this method is easy to remove, easy to wash, and easy to put back up again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Here\u2019s how to do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DXkvhl-kQBp\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DXkvhl-kQBp\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\"> <div style=\" display: flex; 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font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:550; line-height:18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\"><div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/blockquote><script async src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you\u2019ll need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Ruffled ribbon or trim (you can do gingham, stripes, polka dots, lace, eyelet lace, whatever matches your vibe!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Masking tape<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Adhesive Velcro dots or strips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Needle and thread (or a sewing machine) if sewing Velcro onto the ribbon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Scissors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"is-style-default wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"2845\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_9340-819x1024.jpg?resize=819%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2845\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_9340.jpg?resize=819%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 819w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_9340.jpg?resize=240%2C300&amp;ssl=1 240w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_9340.jpg?resize=768%2C960&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_9340.jpg?w=1170&amp;ssl=1 1170w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Screenshot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Add masking tape to the cabinet edge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Start by placing masking tape along the bottom edge or rim of your cabinets or shelving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">This creates a buffer between the cabinet and the adhesive, which helps make the project more renter-friendly. It will protect your nice cabinets from being damaged by adhesive. Instead of sticking anything directly onto the cabinet surface, you\u2019re applying it over the tape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Try to keep the tape line neat and smooth so your trim hangs evenly. Don&#8217;t worry, as long as it is fairly straight your trim will cover it (unless it&#8217;s transparent!). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Add Velcro to the ribbon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Next, take your ribbon or ruffled trim and attach small pieces of Velcro intermittently along the top edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">I recommend sewing the Velcro pieces onto the ribbon if you want the trim to be removable and washable. That way, you can take it down, wash it, and reattach it whenever needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">You can use adhesive Velcro directly on the ribbon if that feels easier, but keep in mind that it won&#8217;t be washable if you do that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1161\" height=\"1638\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_9342.jpg?fit=726%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2851\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_9342.jpg?w=1161&amp;ssl=1 1161w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_9342.jpg?resize=213%2C300&amp;ssl=1 213w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_9342.jpg?resize=726%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 726w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_9342.jpg?resize=768%2C1084&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/domesticdaydreams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_9342.jpg?resize=1089%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1089w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1161px) 100vw, 1161px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Screenshot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Attach the matching Velcro to the cabinets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Now attach the other side of the Velcro to the cabinet edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">An easy way to do this is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Stick the two sides of the Velcro together first<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Press them onto the masking tape line under the cabinet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Pull the ribbon gently into place<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">This helps you line everything up more easily and keeps the trim looking neat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Adjust the ruffles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Once the trim is attached, step back and fluff or spread out the ruffles so they hang nicely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">This is the fun part. You get to see how much coziness and charm this little detail adds. Whether your style leans cottage-core, vintage, granny-core, classic, or anything in between the right trim can really change the feel of the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why I love gingham for this<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Gingham ruffles<\/strong> are especially cute because they bring in pattern without feeling too busy. They add a homey, cheerful touch and work beautifully in kitchens. A soft neutral gingham can feel timeless, while a bolder color can make the whole space feel more playful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">But there are so many directions you could take this. Floral ruffles, striped trim, soft linen, eyelet, or even a tiny scalloped edge could all be adorable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A few helpful tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Measure your cabinet or shelf length before cutting your ribbon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Use enough Velcro to support the trim evenly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Choose lightweight fabric so it hangs well<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">If you\u2019re decorating open shelving, this works there too<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Test a small area first if you\u2019re worried about adhesive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A cozy and whimsical update you can actually remove<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">I love this DIY because it feels special without being fussy. It\u2019s renter-friendly, easy to maintain, and such a fun way to add personality to a kitchen or shelf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you try it, think about what kind of trim would look cutest in your own kitchen. Would you go with gingham, florals, stripes, or something simple and neutral? You could even sew your own ruffles out of a whimsical fabric of your choosing! Sometimes the sweetest home updates are the tiny details.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Recently I was wanting to make my kitchen feel warmer, cozier, and a little more whimsical. 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