My Amazing Find: Elves and Angels Toy Kitchen

I took some things in to consign at the local Children's Resale Store on Friday and saw this adorable little kitchen.  I looked it over and wondered if this would be a nice toy kitchen for the boys. 

I have been on the lookout for one for a couple of years and have never seen a used one that was in good condition.  I'll admit, I have been very picky.  I wanted it to be sturdy and have the cuteness factor.  Also, it couldn't look too girly since I have all boys.  Check out my Pinterest board, For the Home, and you can see an adorable green kitchen made from a nightstand.  I have also been on the lookout for the right nightstand to make my own. 

In looking over this kitchen, I noticed the markings on the back and thought it was probably a quality piece. 

I was not familiar with this company, but liked that the kitchen was made in the USA.

I never wanted to spend much money so I was excited and surprised to see that this kitchen was priced at $20.  I had $10 credit in my store account so I decided to buy this toy kitchen for $10. 

When I returned home, I looked up Elves and Angels toy kitchens and discovered that they are in fact handcrafted heirloom quality pieces.  Online prices ranged from $100 for a pre-owned kitchen on ebay to $269 for new models.  I felt really good about my $10 investment. 

The boys have had so much fun playing with the kitchen and I have become a much sought after soup taster trying delicacies such as watermelon, carrot, apple, and bread soup.  There has even been the appearance of a super hero cape as the super hero soup maker got to work in the kitchen.