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Back in Time for Winter

Episode 2: The 1950s

It's an age of prosperity, rigid gender roles, and innovative snow-removal techniques

It's an age of prosperity, rigid gender roles, and innovative snow-removal techniques

CBC Life ·

Canadian '50s-style transformation: Pastels, appliances, and modern-day conveniences

5 years ago
Duration 0:58
The 1950s sees the Carlson family continuing to stay one step ahead of Canadian winter weather, as well as trying out he hottest dance moves of the decade — the hand-jive.

The Carlson's take on their second wintery decade in this time-travelling experiment: the booming 1950s. As the handyman of the house, Dave tries out a hot new snow-melting tool, that proves to be less than effective.

The never-ending spin-cycle of winter cooking and cleaning continues for Melanie. Meanwhile, housewife-in-training Lauren tries her hand at her first solo meal. The youngest Carlsons, Alex and Chelsey, enjoy tech free adventures in the great outdoors building snow forts, sledding and figure skating their way through the nifty '50s! 

Want to try recreating Lauren's culinary masterpiece? Now you can!

The decade comes to a close with a taste of winter pie and letting loose trying out the hottest dance of the time: the hand-jive.

Chelsey relaxes in the Mid-century modern splendor of the Carlson's '50s living room. (3Bird Media.)

Did you love the Mid-century modern decor in the Carlson's '50s home? Here's how to get the look:

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