40 Vintage Kitchen Gadgets From The 50s, 60s and 70s
25.Pot strainer

The pot strainer kept both your sink free and clear for draining.
A pot strainer would go right on the top of the pot so that when you need to drain the water from pasta or potatoes, you don't need to clog your sink with a stranger or colander, and could keep your items right in the pot they cooked in.