This one still had its original box.
This one has built-in storage for its marbles by sliding a metal lever.
I'm afraid, I'm starting to run out of wall space for my collection.
♥
August 15, 2011
Chinese Checkers...New Thrifty Finds!
When I attended the Allegan Antique market last month, I managed to find a couple of Chinese checkers to add to my craft room collection. For me, it's the price and the graphics that are key. I don't normally spend more than $10 on a board. Most of them, I have found between $5 and $7.50.
This one has built-in storage for its marbles by sliding a metal lever.
I'm afraid, I'm starting to run out of wall space for my collection.
This one has built-in storage for its marbles by sliding a metal lever.
I'm afraid, I'm starting to run out of wall space for my collection.
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27 comments:
Love those checker boards! Maybe you will have extend the collection to the rest of the house? I still have not found a board, it certainly is a fun hunt. What would you say is the range you spend on a board?
Another great find! Hope you have a great week!
great collection! Now when I see any anywhere, I will think of you. getting ready to did up players for our ornie swap! I'll email you about it soon.
have agreat week
xoxo
vivian
First of all the blog header is gorgeous...that first chinese checker board is amazing with its graphics. I can vividly remember playing this and the sound of the marbles hitting the tin. Your collection is fantastic. Marveling at the colors. Have a great week!
What amazing graphics! Your collection is quite impressive!
I have a couple older boards and the graphics on them just crack me up - someone had a good time when they designed them. :-) I would love to have an entire wall completely covered with them just for fun.
What a great find. Chris is going to have to build an addition to the craft room!
How fun and great game. Love the board.
Perfect addition to your collection :) But you're right....you may need some more wall real estate soon!
Love that game!! Cool collection!
Janet
ohhh how fun! beautiful! I'm sure you will find a solution to your space issue! :)Keep collecting! :)
Kim, I love all the colorful designs on your chinese checkers boards! What a fun collection!! I have a few game boards too, and one of these days I need to do a post on them. Most of mine are wood though, so they would not create the same type of "wowsie" effect in a display.
Wow! What a wonderful graphic statement. They really are eyecatching. What a great collection.
What a fun collection! The Chinese checker boards look great with the china dresses, lanterns and fans! I just love using China finds in my home for decoration, too!
Blessings,
Janet
I love your wall filled with games and interesting pieces! We had a big family room in our last house and I had wanted to put up games on the wall! I think it's a great idea and something you can still find! ♥
I had no idea they were still so reasonable. I'll have to keep an eye out for them.
That's a great one. Love the marble holders.
What a great find!
We just love your collection! We love the colors and graphics. What a great way to display them. Your lanterns are so pretty also.
Have a great week,
Laura and Michele
I haven't played Chinese checkers for, oh, at least a thousand years. Thanks for the memories!
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I lie in my bed,
Dreaming of cherry-filled crèmes;
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And gives me the sweetest of dreams.
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Wow! That's the same one that I have. Played many hours with my friends and family and had lots of fun!
What a cute and creative use of these vintage game boards! I love that. Happy VTT!
That is adorable!! What a great idea to display them on the wall instead of keeping them stored in a box!
I have played this game over the years, but our board did not look like this. Very nice find.
Looks great!
I was so excited when I found my first and only game at a garage sale a couple of years ago! I love the graphics on these, and you have a really nice collection. Love your new blog header too!
Your blog theme is amazing. I love the way the checkers sets are displayed. Everything is soooo pretty. You just inspired a ton of people, including me. -Lola @ Lolarati
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