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Satellites allowed for transatlantic television, which contributed to Europe’s (especially Great Britain’s) influence on American culture. Lucite and colored plastics were used for furniture and home accessories. Tupperware, although having been around since 1946, was in nearly every home and was available in an array of colors.
There was an emphasis on entertaining, and a multitude of kitchen appliances were created to make gatherings easier and more comfortable. Some of these appliances included electric coffee pots, electric skillets, toaster ovens and fondue pots. Electric ranges had been around since 1882, but were becoming a lot more popular in kitchens in the 1960s.