VICTORIAN VALENTINES
Valentine Writers
Before valentines became a
recognized article of merchandise, lovers were constrained to
construct their own.
Valentine's Day Luncheon
A "heart" menu for Valentine's Day.
Valentine's Day Party Decorations
An old-fashioned Valentine's Day party party can be created by
making your own
crepe paper favors and decorations.
The Valentine - A Tribute to Love
Nancy Rosin explores the history of the Valentine.
Antique Heart-Shaped
Jewelry
Heart shaped jewelry
was a popular motif and symbol of love during the Victorian era.
Collecting Victorian Expressions of Love
Nancy Rosin tells of her collection of Victorian love ephemera.
Valentine Ornaments
One-of-a-kind, handmade, Victorian Valentine ornaments
Victorian Valentines
The history of three dimensional cards for Valentine's Day.
First American
Valentine
The manufacture of valentines today is the result of a woman's
cleverness and ingenuity in the early part of the 19th century.
Love and Romance
A limited edition 2007 love card, embellished with pure silver
glitter,
and adorned with an antique image, circa 1850.
Parties from the
Past: Valentine's Day
During the late nineteenth century Valentine's Day was celebrated with
luncheons, teas, socials and fancy dress parties.
Valentine's Day
Flowers
Bouquets of flower are artistically arranged for a special Valentine gift.
Queen of Hearts
Costume
Directions on how to
make a Valentine's Day Queen of Hearts paper costume, published by the
Dennison Manufacturing Company in 1922.
More Info:
Victorian Treasury
The history of valentines, research, articles, posters and handmade
reproduction cards.
Victorian Valentine Magic-Lantern Show
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