That seems to be true in the case of my friend's choice in appliances for her kitchen anyway.
Mmmm hmmm. Isn't this range stunning?! It's not a vintage piece.
Nope.
It's new. She did in fact buy a vintage range, but when the inspector took a gander at it, he informed her that it would not pass some sort of code. Disapointed, she gave the vintage range to a relative to put in his cabin, where the code wasn't an issue. She then found these amazing new-to-look-fabulously-retro appliances and the rest, as they say, is kitchen heaven history. (She also got a wall oven, and a coordinating fridge, shown here in a not-so-fabulous photo I took, but I wanted to share anyway...at least you cna get the idea of how great they look in her kitchen...oh, and I was lovin' the fact that she had the foresight to think to add a modern day touch- a flatscreen TV in a cupboard that was hard to reach anyway...so perfect for keeping an eye on the football game while cooking the bird and prepping the feast on Thanksgiving.)
Pretty cool, huh?
**On another note entirely, I am thrilled to share thta I have been featured today on Jenny Doh's wonderful Crescendoh site! Check the site out here!**
All I can say is WOW!!!!
It is stunning!
♥'s
Sherry
Posted by: Sherry | November 30, 2010 at 02:45 AM
If I had a kitchen that cool, I might even cook!
Posted by: christine | November 30, 2010 at 05:16 AM
Hmmm, now let's see - where could I add some vintage-look appliances? Love the look of your friend's choices and that TV is a genius plan!
~Adrienne~
Posted by: Adrienne | November 30, 2010 at 05:17 AM
Oh, That range cost the earth and is worth every nickel. I can't remember the maker, but once upon a time I used to drool over that very model. In the end... next house. It's lovely.
Posted by: Jenny | November 30, 2010 at 05:34 AM
Oh please tell me where she got those lovely pieces. I am building a new house and must have some for mine too!
Posted by: Tammy | November 30, 2010 at 05:47 AM
very nice!!! Wish it was at my house. I am a cancer patient and just wish to tell you how much I enjoy your posting....in hospital now for nine days and I would go nuts if not for being able to read your blog? How is your new home coming alogn? I am sure you will post some as soon as you get them. You remain my favorite blog to read. I just pray and ask for prarers to move me out of her. The silver lining in all of this is that I have a new great nephew who was born yesterday! Zeke is so precious.....just like your beautiful grandchildren. Children have a way of keeeping everything seem brighter don't you think? Thanks for all your posts and time because you are making my life a bit sweeter everytime I get to read your blogl
thank you xoxo blessings,
Lorri Cavins
Posted by: Lorri Cavins | November 30, 2010 at 06:17 AM
Wow!!!
Posted by: Andrea | November 30, 2010 at 06:31 AM
I do not know where she got them, or the brand of appliance, but I am sure you cna find them by googling reproduction appliances!
Tracey
Posted by: Tracey Buxton | November 30, 2010 at 07:22 AM
Those are super fabulous appliances- and definitely more expensive than any old stainless steel. We researched them for our kitchen, but alas, had college for 2 girls to pay for. I still have them on my "someday" list :) Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Anita | November 30, 2010 at 07:54 AM
I believe they are Heartland appliances. I looked at some like these but they are very pricey! Looks great in her kitchen!
Posted by: Luv2shop | November 30, 2010 at 08:09 AM
Oh holy crap no you didn't. That 1st picture is STUNNING!
http://notsocountry.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Amanda Brown | November 30, 2010 at 08:27 AM
I think they are Heartland appliances too. They use to sell them in our small town stove store.
They are wonderful and work much better than the old vintage ones.... but they are very expensive.
Beautiful kitchen your friend has.
Posted by: Farmlady | November 30, 2010 at 10:36 AM
Amazing!Love the flatscreen in the kitchen! And love it behind a door. Perfect!
I am off to check out Jenny's site!
Have a pretty day!
Kristin
Posted by: Kristin@ Bringing Pretty Back | November 30, 2010 at 10:46 AM
Also, check out Elmira Stoveworks:
http://www.elmirastoveworks.com/
Posted by: Trina | November 30, 2010 at 12:14 PM
Congratulations on the feature Tracey.
There was a time when I would have loved to have had retro appliances like your friend, now I'm more interested in the TV in the upper cabinet :)
Posted by: MIss Char | November 30, 2010 at 12:21 PM
Oh Tracey, we've missed you. Hope the unpacking of boxes is coming to a close soon for you! You are an inspiration and especially to dear sweet Lori Cavins. We just never know how much we touch people!
Yes, the kitchen is beauitful! Who wouldn't love to cook on that stove? Annette
Posted by: Annette Tracy | November 30, 2010 at 06:50 PM