A charming vintage Working Kitchens booklet from the Home Service Department of Consumers Power Company, filled with mid-century kitchen planning advice, blue-and-cream graphics, work center diagrams, lighting tips, clean-up center measurements, wiring guidance, and homemaking-era efficiency language.
This is a wonderful little piece for collectors of vintage home economics, kitchen design, Michigan utility history, mid-century graphics, or retro kitchen decor.
Quick Specs
∙ Title: Working Kitchens
∙ Publisher/Organization: Home Service Department, Consumers Power Company
∙ Format: Stapled softcover booklet
∙ Language: English
∙ Genre: Vintage Home Economics, Kitchen Planning, Mid-Century Home Design
∙ Page Count: Unnumbered
∙ Measurements: 8.5 x 6 in
∙ Weight: 6 oz
∙ Era: Mid-century
∙ Material: Paper
Condition Grade: Very Good
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Notes: Clean, attractive vintage booklet with bright blue mid-century graphics. Light surface wear, small marks, minor edge/corner wear, and gentle page handling. Interior pages display well. See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key:
∙ Near Fine: Minimal wear; clean and well preserved.
∙ Very Good: Light vintage wear; attractive and collectible.
∙ Good: Noticeable wear from age/use but complete and readable.
∙ Fair: Heavy wear, flaws, or fragility; best for display, reference, or restoration.
Collector’s Note
Consumers Power Company was the former name associated with today’s Consumers Energy, a major Michigan utility; the company later became known as Consumers Energy in 1997. This booklet’s Michigan city list and Home Service Department focus make it especially appealing for local history and domestic design collectors.
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Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
Care and Handling:
Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.
