Retro Kitchen Appliances

The 1950's saw the spread of of labor-saving appliances, guaranteeing the little wifey plenty of time to attend coffee klatches & PTA meetings and mix up the perfect martini to greet hubby at the door.

No more "icebox", no more removing everything from the fridge, pulling the plug and chipping 4 inches of ice from the freezer compartment with a hammer and chisel. The Kelvinator company introduced the side-by-side automatic defrost refrigerator-freezer. And it came in fashionable colors, like Bermuda Pink, Spring Green and Buttercup Yellow.

You can still find old appliances in good condition as well as beautiful reproductions, like this gorgeous stove and refrigerator by Big Chill.

Hamilton Beach 65110 Eclectrics All-Metal Drink Mixer

Retro styling in a two-speed die-cast metal mixer with precision motor. Stainless steel spindle with two agitators. Folds air into shakes as it mixes; head tilts back for easy removal of cup. Includes stainless steel mixing cup with 28-ounce capacity. 5 by 7 by 16 inches. Three year warranty.

Animated Black Kit-Cat Clock

Classic retro Kit Cat clock with rolling eyes and pendulum tail. 15 1/2" tall; battery operated.

DeLonghi CGH800-U Retro Panini Grill

Retro-look grill makes pressed Italian-style sandwiches with no fuss. Slanted nonstick plates slant to drain grease. Also cooks vegetables, meat and fish.

Nostalgia Electrics RCM-605 Retro Series Cotton-Candy Machine

Retro counter-top cotton candy machine. Cotton candy just like at the fair--in minutes. Includes 2 reusable plastic cones and flavored packet of sugar floss. Additional flavors available. Measurements: 11-3/4" by 11-3/4" by 11"

Sunbeam Heritage Two-Slice Toaster

Extra-wide slots to accommodate thicker breads; settings for bagel, pastry, and toast, plus reheat and warm. Seven levels for toasting. 6" by 12" by 8-1/2". One year limited warranty.

Infinity Instruments Retro Round Metal Wall Clock

Cherry red metal frame; quartz movement. 9.5" x 2.8" x 9.5"