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Laughing Elephant's Top 10 Valentine’s Day Cards

Laughing Elephant's Top 10 Valentine’s Day Cards

We've analyzed our early data and are excited to unveil the Top 10 Valentine’s Day cards for this season of love, featuring some images adapted from vintage magazine covers, Art Deco reproductions, and Victorian & Edwardian postcards. If you're still deciding on the perfect Valentine’s Day cards to send this year, let the preferences of our early shoppers be your guide!

January 11, 2024 — Allison Frey
Tags: Charles H. Twelvetrees Jessie Willcox Smith Valentine's Day
Vintage Valentine Vibes

Vintage Valentine Vibes

Journey into the past with a delightful exploration of vintage magazine covers, where skilled artists brought enchanting illustrations to life in the pre-photography era. Our catalog is a rich repository of these timeless treasures, and as Valentine's Day draws near, we're excited to spotlight a curated selection of covers filled with love, hearts, and roses! Join us in this blog as we unveil the original covers that inspired some of our most beloved valentines.
December 21, 2023 — Allison Frey
Tags: Charles H. Twelvetrees Erté Jessie Willcox Smith Roses Valentine's Day Vintage Magazine Covers Will Rannells
Illustrators Born in September

Illustrators Born in September

September is more than just changing seasons—it's a birth month for artistic brilliance! Discover the incredible illustrators born in September, from the good dogs of Alexandra Day to the timeless charm of Jessie Willcox Smith and the haunting works of Arthur Rackham. Explore their indelible marks on children's literature and art, along with many others, in our latest blog!
September 25, 2023 — Allison Frey
Tags: Alexandra Day Arthur Rackham Birthday Celebrating Illustrators Good Dog Carl Jessie Willcox Smith L. Leslie Brooke Maud & Miska Petersham Michael Hague
Autumn Is in the Air!

Autumn Is in the Air!

While fall isn't traditionally associated with greeting cards, we're passionate advocates of sending cards for any occasion, a timeless tradition that hearkens back to the Edwardians and Victorians! Join us in celebrating the arrival of autumn and the cherished art of handwritten notes. Explore the enchanting world of Ida Rentoul Outhwaite's fairies, discover timeless postcard art, and immerse yourself in the autumnal magazine art created by Jessie Willcox Smith—it's a treasure trove of century-old art!

September 18, 2023 — Allison Frey
Tags: Albert M. Bender Autumn Dorothy G. Henderson Fairies Ida Rentoul Outhwaite Jessie Willcox Smith Witches
Laughing Elephant's Top 10 Birthday Cards

Laughing Elephant's Top 10 Birthday Cards

September marks the peak of birthday season, and we're ready to celebrate with you! Choose from our 200+ unique birthday cards, including our top 10 favorites. Whether you seek nostalgia, humor, or artistic flair, our selection has it all. Let's make your celebrations unforgettable!

September 11, 2023 — Allison Frey
Tags: Birthday Cassius Marcellus Coolidge Frank S. Guild Harrison Cady Hooligan Ruth Jessie Willcox Smith John R. Neill Mabel Lucie Attwell Percy Tarrant Top 10 Will Rannells
Let's Head Back to School!

Let's Head Back to School!

It's that time of year again! Experience the thrill of back-to-school with new school supplies and cherished nostalgia. Discover journal notebooks, the ABCs & 123s for beginning readers (including Good Dog Carl!), and vintage illustrations that celebrate lifelong learning for both kids and adults alike. Explore our collection for school essentials and embark on a delightful trip down memory lane!
August 28, 2023 — Allison Frey
Tags: Back to School Books & Readers Good Dog Carl Jessie Willcox Smith Journals Led Zeppelin
A sweet illustration image of a brother and sister holding hands on the beach, walking towards the water with small sand buckets.

Let’s Go to the Beach!

Get ready for a splashing good time as we plunge into an ocean of vintage illustrations! Join us as we explore the fabulous beach fashion, delight in the nostalgia of sun-soaked adventures,, and visit the magical realm of mermaids. So grab your sunscreen and let’s dive into vintage charm and seaside joy!
July 03, 2023 — Allison Frey
Tags: Art Deco Beach Fashion Jessie Willcox Smith Mermaids Pin Up Girls Summer