Building a Handmade Wooden Kitchen Set for a New Home
Utensils, spoons, a cutlery caddy, spice box and more: how to put together a handmade sheesham kitchen set for a new home or as a gift.
Moving into a new home, or setting up a kitchen after a wedding, is the perfect time to choose pieces that last. Handmade sheesham utensils and accessories look warm on the counter, feel good in the hand and are made to be used every day. At Sillanwali Handicrafts we make a full range, so you can build a kitchen set piece by piece.
Why choose wooden pieces
- Sheesham is dense and durable, so it holds up to daily cooking.
- Wood is gentle on cookware and doesn't scratch non-stick pans.
- Handmade pieces have character, with grain and shape that differ slightly from piece to piece.
- They look good on display, so you can keep them out on the counter.
Cooking essentials
Wooden Kitchen Utensil Set with Wall Rack: a seven-piece sheesham cooking utensil set that hangs on a wall rack. It covers everyday cooking and keeps everything within reach of the stove.
Wooden Kitchen Utensil Set with Wall Rack
Wooden Spoon Set of 6: six hand-shaped sheesham serving spoons, for bringing dishes to the table.
The roti corner
Wooden Roti Maker, 10 and 12 inch: a hinged sheesham roti press in two sizes.
Wooden Roti Maker, 10 and 12 inch
Wooden Chapati Tong: a wooden chapati tong that stays cool in the hand while you turn rotis.
Add a chakla belan and the roti corner is complete. Our chakla belan guide has more on choosing one.
Spices and seasoning
Wooden Spice Box with Carved Lid: a round sheesham masala dabba with four compartments, a centre pot and a hand-carved wooden lid. Daily masalas stay together in one place.
Wooden Spice Box with Carved Lid
Wooden Mortar and Pestle: a turned wooden mortar and pestle for garlic and spices.
Handmade Wooden Salt and Pepper Set: a handmade set for the dining table.
Handmade Wooden Salt and Pepper Set
Keeping it organised
3-Tier Wooden Cutlery Caddy: a three-tier sheesham caddy with a carry handle. Keep spoons, forks and knives sorted, and carry them straight to the dining table.
Putting together a set
Starter set: the utensil set with wall rack, the spoon set and the spice box.
Complete kitchen: add the roti maker, chapati tong, chakla belan, mortar and pestle, and cutlery caddy.
Dining table extras: the salt and pepper set and the cutlery caddy, with a serving tray set.
Displaying your set
Wooden kitchen pieces are made to be seen. Hang the utensil rack on the wall beside the stove so the seven pieces are always within reach. Keep the spice box on the counter next to the hob, and stand the mortar and pestle beside it. The roti maker, chakla belan and chapati tong can live together in one corner, so making rotis becomes a single station. On the dining table, the cutlery caddy and salt and pepper set give a finished, matching look. Because everything is in the same warm sheesham, the pieces look like a family even when they're spread around the kitchen.
Caring for wooden kitchen pieces
- Wash by hand with mild soap and warm water, then dry straight away.
- Don't soak wooden pieces or put them in a dishwasher.
- Stand utensils upright to dry fully.
- Rub in a little food-safe oil now and then to keep the wood looking rich.
Read our full guide on how to clean wooden kitchen utensils.
how to clean wooden kitchen utensils
A gift for every new kitchen
A wooden kitchen set is a practical, lasting gift for a wedding, a jahez or a housewarming. Choose a few pieces or put together a full set. For gifting in quantity, see our bulk orders page.
Order from Sillanwali Handicrafts
Every piece is handmade in sheesham in Pakistan, with cash on delivery available. See each product page for current details, or browse the full kitchen and dining collection.