This is one collection I really love and rarely find...Vintage Valentine card boxes. The boxes do not have to be full of valentines, as I am attracted to the graphics on the boxes. I included them in a Valentine collection challenge post, but my collection has grown since then, and it is time to update it.
See why I am attracted to the graphics?
Just adorable illustrations.
Sometimes I am lucky and they come with Valentines tucked inside. I love that the original price was 12 valentines for 59 cents.
Oooohhhh...a Surprise Box.
And I was pleasantly surprised to find Valentines inside. I am guessing from they style of illustrations that these date to the 1940s or 50s.
This box contains materials for making your own Valentines.
It is full of doilies and vintage stickers. I am glad that the cards never got made and the contents were saved!
This box is a favorite. It is empty. I love that the Valentines were intended for boys.
Look at his expression! All those arrows headed to the heart he holds at his chest.
Perfect timing for this post with Valentine's Day just around the corner. If you have an idea for a future collection challenge, leave me a comment and finish the sentence "Show me your collection of _____." You never know what collection will show up on a Tuesday.
I think this is one my favourite of your collections. What great finds!
Posted by: Jennifer | February 05, 2013 at 08:24 AM
Darling boxes! I love the graphics too.The box with all materials to make your own is way too cute although your fave one has one of the best graphics too with the .10 and Valentines for Boys on it.Sure wish they had boxes like that now. I actually one box in my Valentines collection but it's empty and it said there was materials in it to make your own too.
Thanks for sharing....Your Valentine Box Collection brightened up my foggy morning here :-)
Posted by: Doreen | February 05, 2013 at 09:05 AM
Sweet! Did you notice the little scottie dog on box 2 -- it looks very much like Mary E. scottie dogs.
Do you have any heart shaped candy boxes? And do you "fix them up" Magpie Ethel style?
Posted by: Janet Johnson | February 05, 2013 at 09:44 AM
How fun-- never saw any old Val Day boxes in person. Times sure have changed (especially the prices!!).
Posted by: Diane | February 05, 2013 at 12:45 PM
I don't think I've ever seen any of these either - they are really sweet!
Posted by: Barbara | February 05, 2013 at 02:42 PM
These are wonderful and such a sweet collection!! xo Heather
Posted by: Heather | February 05, 2013 at 03:33 PM
What a sweet collection! I totally understand saving these boxes for their sweet graphics. I can only imagine what darling cards were inside. Swoon!
Posted by: Kim Kenward | February 05, 2013 at 04:09 PM
It never thought about collection Valentine card boxes. These are so neat! You find THE MOST amazing things!
Posted by: Tresa Bozell | February 05, 2013 at 05:16 PM
sorry for the misspellings above-sheesh! *I never thought about collecting..*
Posted by: Tresa Bozell | February 05, 2013 at 05:18 PM
Finding that one with the supplies inside was a lucky-junky day for sure!
Posted by: Kathy | February 05, 2013 at 06:49 PM
Oh my! These also melt my heart! So sweet and I swear I had the valentines in the 6th and 7th photo... (from the 1990's of course!) I love vintage paper!
hugs! karen...
Posted by: karen | February 05, 2013 at 09:27 PM
This post has so be one of my favorites. Those boxes are so precious. I want them all.
Sheryl
Posted by: Sheryl Remy | February 06, 2013 at 05:08 AM
Awesome. As usual, your keen eye picks out the most fantastic ephemera; stuff that was thrown out save a few treasures to remind us all what great artistry went into each product. No photography; DRAWINGS! I LOVE that you gather them together to preserve it all for us to enjoy.
Posted by: Maureen | February 06, 2013 at 06:08 AM
What great little boxes to use for your Valentines Day displays! I am still trying to find the time and energy to put out the little amount of decorations that I have. Not sure why it's taking me so long! Can't wait to see yours.
Erica
Posted by: Erica | February 06, 2013 at 06:28 AM
Wow!!!What a wonderful collection...you sure find some of the best stuff!
Posted by: Laura | February 07, 2013 at 06:47 AM
Oh my gosh, those are so wonderful, makes me all smiley. So much cuteness!
Off to check out your earlier Valentine post :)
Posted by: Sally | February 09, 2013 at 09:36 AM