Nantucket Sailor's Valentine Kits

About Nantucket Sailor's Valentine Kits... Sailor's Valentines originated in the mid 1800's in the West Indies Island of Barbados, a port of call for American and English ships. Sailors would buy or trade items for these nautical tokens as romantic gifts to take home to their loved ones after their long voyages at sea. The Valentines were made in octagonal wooden shadow boxes from the... show more Sailor's Valentines originated in the mid 1800's in the West Indies Island of Barbados, a port of call for American and English ships. Sailors would buy or trade items for these nautical tokens as romantic gifts to take home to their loved ones after their long voyages at sea. The Valentines were made in octagonal wooden shadow boxes from the local shells. Traditional designs include hearts, flowers, rosettes, pictures and sentiments such as, "To My Sweet-Heart" and "Forget-Me-Not". Our valentines are simple and fun to create! We provide all the supplies needed to create a beautiful Sailor's Valentine. No two designs are exactly alike because of the uniqueness of each shell. Your personal valentine will be a one of a kind. All of our designs are original, based on the traditional designs of the mid 1800's. As a gift, a Sailor's Valentine will always be a treasure that is enjoyed for years to come. hide