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 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.

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27 comments:

  1. KJ@letsgoflyakiteAugust 15, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    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?

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  2. Jodee LeaderAugust 15, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Another great find! Hope you have a great week!

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  3. vivianAugust 15, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    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

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  4. My Vintage MendingAugust 15, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    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!

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  5. HeatherAugust 15, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    What amazing graphics! Your collection is quite impressive!

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  6. Into VintageAugust 15, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    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.

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  7. CourtneyAugust 15, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    What a great find. Chris is going to have to build an addition to the craft room!

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  8. scrapfancyAugust 15, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    How fun and great game. Love the board.

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  9. Michelle @ Dream Home DIYAugust 15, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    Perfect addition to your collection :) But you're right....you may need some more wall real estate soon!

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  10. JbooAugust 15, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Love that game!! Cool collection!

    Janet

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  11. JodiAugust 15, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    ohhh how fun! beautiful! I'm sure you will find a solution to your space issue! :)Keep collecting! :)

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  12. GardenOfDaisiesAugust 15, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    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.

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  13. La Vie QuotidienneAugust 15, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    Wow! What a wonderful graphic statement. They really are eyecatching. What a great collection.

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  14. JanetAugust 16, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    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

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  15. ~Lavender Dreamer~August 16, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    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! ♥

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  16. Pam KesslerAugust 16, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    I had no idea they were still so reasonable. I'll have to keep an eye out for them.

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  17. Cheryl G.August 17, 2011 at 5:05 AM

    That's a great one. Love the marble holders.
    What a great find!

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  18. LauraAugust 17, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    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

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  19. Magical Mystical TeacherAugust 17, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    I haven't played Chinese checkers for, oh, at least a thousand years. Thanks for the memories!

    ENAMORED OF RED

    Enamored of red
    I lie in my bed,
    Dreaming of cherry-filled crèmes;

    For red’s a fine shade,
    The prettiest made,
    And gives me the sweetest of dreams.

    © 2011 by Magical Mystical Teacher

    Red and Yellow Rooftops

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  20. Barbara RosenzweigAugust 17, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Wow! That's the same one that I have. Played many hours with my friends and family and had lots of fun!

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  21. ColoradoladyAugust 18, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    What a cute and creative use of these vintage game boards! I love that. Happy VTT!

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  22. Vintage WhimsyAugust 18, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    That is adorable!! What a great idea to display them on the wall instead of keeping them stored in a box!

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  23. LVAugust 18, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    I have played this game over the years, but our board did not look like this. Very nice find.

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  24. c. JoyAugust 18, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Looks great!

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  25. ★Carol★August 19, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    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!

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  26. AniAugust 19, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    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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