There's something really sweet and endearing about vintage Valentine cards. They stir memories of childhood. Sometimes we find a box that has never been used like those above. But it's okay to reuse old cards. Just add your name and an extra xoxox, under Jim or Sally's cursive third grade handwriting.
Some are fun to put out every year - this little cook would be cute in the kitchen. The chef hat is in rough condition but it's still adorable.
All year long, picture postcards that were never written on are an inexpensive alternative to gift shop greeting cards. You can find them at antique stores, resale shops and FOUND!
Just add a message and a 28 cent stamp - and drop in the nearest mailbox.
Since many old postcards have interesting pictures, I asked Raun at FoundRe to send us a dozen frames made from salvaged wood, cut to fit standard postcards. They arrived last week. For framing, cards that have been used are also good.
Everything pictured above is available that FOUND (as of tonight). I'm leaving in the morning to go see my sweet daughter and won't be back until Valentines Day.
I left a treat for my sweetheart husband who will be shoveling snow at home this weekend - decadent, locally made artisan chocolates from Sweet Gem Confections .
If you have a chance to stop by FOUND this week, mention this blog post and get 10% off anything that has a heart on it! Tell the shop assistant you read it on the blog when you check out.
Make or reuse something and have a eco-funky Valentine's Day!
