Empty Space Above the Cabinets

I hate the empty space that is between the ceiling and cabinets in my kitchen.  Mostly because I just really can't find anything that looks good up there.  I've tried so many different things, looked around for any good ideas, and I just can't find anything that makes me jump for joy.  So right now, I've got a ton of plants on top of my cabinets that I made myself for really cheap, and one little art project.  I took a large beam of wood, cut it ot my desired length, and gave it a couple coats of black paint.  Then I bought pre-made letters from Michaels that spell "Bon Appetit".  I gave those a couple coats of black paint, and then hot glued them all to the beam.  Then my husband helped me lift it up on top of some of our kitchen cabinets, because it was pretty heavy.  I suppose it works until I can hopefully one day find something that makes me gasp for joy!