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Etsy Finds: Vintage Fun and Games

When it comes to fun and games, it doesn't always have to be bells and whistles. While I may love Wii tennis as much as the next girl, old fashioned games have a certain allure that all the electronics this side of paradise couldn't touch. Introduce a little old fashioned charm to your next Saturday night with these oldies (but goodies).


Handmade Game Board - Chess or Checkers - 1950s Vintage

This playing board has handmade craftsmanship and vintage flair. As you can see, it's been well-loved: won't you give it a new home and some fresh chess pieces? At UncommonEye, $34.

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Vintage Dart Set

This dart set was mighty tempting, but I (somehow) managed to resist. The self-contained set is good for on-the-go darting; who needs a rec room when you can portably play darts at a picnic? (P.S. It has a Pony Express illustration on the front, if you weren't already completely convinced. Go get it!) At foxandfound, $22.

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Antique family card game - PIT stock market

When I first heard about Pit, I was not havin' it. A fun game that involved corn, wheat and stock market prices? Yawn! However, once I got down to "business," I was yelling and grabbing cards like my portfolio depended on it. Get financially savvy with this vintage game. Over in PoeticHome, $8.

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BINGO with nostalgic tactile fix

Beach blanket bingo, anyone? At eastermarie, $14.

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Bowling Ball, Stand and Pins Set

Whether it's for decor or love of the game, this bowling set is just plain rad. whiteelephantvintage, $45.

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Vintage Dominoes and Checkers sets

Dominoes and checkers are from the old school of game playing. Get in touch with your roots! At peacockmodern, $10.

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vintage AD-LIB 1970s board game

I've never played AD-LIB, but it looks like an amazing version of Scrabble. (And I love the cover photograph.) From thevintageholicfrog, $10.

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Vintage Childrens Toy Game - Roulette Set

I don't know if this mini-roulette game is right for children, but it's mighty appealing to me! Let the gambling begin. At theSaturdayShoppe, $8.

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Vintage Pin The Tail On The Donkey Game In Original Box

Pin the tail on the donkey is always a classic for children (or adults in a childish mindset!) At robinsoc, $8.

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July 25, 2008 at 1:34 p.m. HarmonyWear

I love vintage games as well. Great selection of games. That kids roulette game cracks me up, it's never too early to get the kids gambling!

July 25, 2008 at 4:09 p.m. HeatherLucille

Someone is gonna lose an eye with that dart set. Someone named me!

I LOVE playing dominoes. For reals.

July 25, 2008 at 4:31 p.m. jatoha

If you are curious about a game, Boardgamegeek.com is a great site to read about any game and find out what it's like.

July 26, 2008 at 12:49 a.m. kitschcafe

i really respond to the packaging of all these old toys and games. cool color palettes and groovy illustrations. fun!

July 26, 2008 at 2:46 a.m. thegeekery

I love that handmade game board.

July 26, 2008 at 10:23 p.m. SalvageNation

This article was great and such a unique twist to the look of vintage on etsy. I know folks searched and found unique games from this article.

July 26, 2008 at 10:45 p.m. greensquirrel

These are absolutely fabulous...maybe a new game room needs to be installed...

July 27, 2008 at 11:39 a.m. vintageitville

FUN Times !!!!!!!!!
♥ cute cute cute ♥

Aug. 9, 2008 at 2:27 p.m. jessjamesjake

Great finds! I love those vintage animal playing cards.

Nov. 29, 2008 at 8:26 p.m. southernladysvintage

Fabulous finds! Gotta love the great graphics too!

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