In pursuit of my workroom downsizing exercise I've come across several boxes of full size vintage boxed games, some dating from the 1890s. All have been serendipitous finds on Ebay over the years, and most are in a parlous state.... creased, marked and dog-eared, with busted boxes and some playing pieces missing etc.
However, using the miracle of Photoshop, it is possible to painstakingly restore them to their original glory, at least in 1/12th scale. The process is extremely time-consuming, nit-picking work but I think it's worth it to recreate a much-loved vintage game in miniature.
I've already miniaturised several vintage litho toys and games over the years, some of which were also available as kits, so I've set up a new category on the website titled 'Box of Delights' in which I will list each new vintage game as I complete it.... hopefully one a month.... although they do take a very long time to restore.
First in the series is a rather lovely version of one of my favourite childhood card games, Old Maid. It was produced by the famous McLoughlin Brothers in 1892 and includes 44 cards featuring illustrations of well-loved nursery rhymes.
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| Boxed Set of Old Maid Game Cards |
The game is available either as a completed set, or as a limited number of kits HERE!
Future games and toys include my version of a vintage Peter Rabbit board game, a rather lovely toy doll's house, and a boxed set of gorgeous vintage paper dolls... to name but a few!
For anyone who wants to display their collection, either in a miniature toy shop or nursery setting, I am also designing a special piece of furniture, which will be available as a kit around Christmas time.
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