Dunelm has the ultimate storage solution for a small country kitchen – you can swap a pantry for this handy basket

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.

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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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.