$59.00
Curated Vintage Mystery Boxes in a variety of themes in three steps:
-choose your theme
-add some details
-select your size
***Please, please read this at least through the "Theme" and "Items" sections below***
***Boxes ordered now will not arrive until after Christmas.
T H E M E // P E R S O N A L I Z A T I O N
Each surprise box contains vintage hard goods and small home items that we curate in the style of your choosing. The more we know about you or the recipient, the better we can tailor to their style.
Some things to include might be, who its going to (you, your partner, best friend, son's teacher) personal style, lifestyle, age range (vintage to a 16 year old is very different than vintage to a 60 year old) home aesthetic, colors, time periods, likes/dislikes, hobbies, things they collect, favorite animals, significant places, anything you’d like us to know to help select your items. The better your description the better job I'm able to do! A picture is truly worth a thousand words so if they have a Pinterest account or public instagram, send it on over, decor pics work too. No worries if that's not possible.
Example: For me, just left NYC for a cozy life upstate, eclectic, maximalist home (bar neons, old paintings, tiger statues), black cats, I cook, drink, travel, work from home, retro kitchen, botanical bathroom, collect New Jersey souvenirs, nautical art, novelty items, rock and roll, roadside attractions. Hello, it's me, Chelsea, I'll be selecting your items.
I T E M S
Items vary from box to box but may include:
-vintage and antique books
-paper ephemera
-unique glassware
-small kitchen and dining items
-trinket box or ring dish
-ashtrays
-figurines
-candlestick holder or small novelty candle
-vintage advertising item (tins, soaps, 1950s tiny stapler)
-the goth box usually has a religious item or two (small statues, prayer cards, etc. let us know if we should skip it)
-pins, matchbooks
-cassette or record
***Please note that while you may request certain items and I'll absolutely do my best, items are subject to availability and cost. Rare, collectible, highly sought after or larger items that won't fit in a 12"- 14" box likely cannot be fulfilled, examples: vintage globes, wet specimens, rare antique oddities that cost more than the box, most prints. Please also note that these are vintage items and people in the past largely didn't adorn their homes with skull motifs and other overt examples of the macabre.
S I Z E S
Standard is $59 and will include 6-8 vintage items
Plus, $79, 8-10 items
Deluxe, $118, 12-14 items
All shipping is included and the total value always meets or exceeds the cost of the box!
Please note that deluxe or boxes with certain types of requests may take longer to put together, if this is the case, we'll send you a message.
C U S T O M
If you're interested in putting together a larger or more specific gift, in terms of number of items or the items’ value, we can work with you collaboratively (less mystery) on curating the perfect gift for your love one, message us with what you're envisioning and what your budget is and we can work together on it and then set up a private listing for you.
P A C K A G I N G
Items will be packaged securely for shipping over presentation, we want your gift to arrive safely, but we'll be sure to make it as cute as we can!
C O N D I T I O N
Please note that you are purchasing vintage items and some pre-loved wear, vintage patina should be expected. An item may have a small flaw that doesn't disrupt the integrity of the piece/wouldn't be immediately noticeable. You will not receive a fundamentally broken or damaged item in your box. Your items will arrive in a general state of cleanliness, but most items are left in their original condition so you can choose how you'd like to restore, upcycle or display them.
follow us on instagram for first dibs and vintage interior inspiration: @transistor.sisters
3-5 business days
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 14 days of delivery
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
We're constantly sourcing vintage treasures and home decor items and would be happy to hunt down whatever you're looking for from photo shoot and set design props to an antique lamp you saw on Pinterest to a sentimental item from the past, just shoot us a message, no item too big or small.
We can curate custom gift boxes (no mystery) or vintage mystery boxes in just about any theme, send us a message with your budget, timeline and what you have in mind and we can work with you to create it.
Due to the size and fragility of many of items and in the interest of keeping shipping costs low, we do not have the gift wrapping feature turned on in our shop. However, we're happy to work with you, and for an additional charge can package them for presentation, gift wrap your items and double box them for shipping.
Dec 20, 2024
Such a fun concept! Would order again.
Dec 20, 2024
Chelsea was so helpful from start to finish especially making sure I got my gifts before Christmas. What a fabulous box this was! My husband is going to LOVE it! She really took into consideration every detail I gave her when describing my husband and his interests. I’m so pleased, and will be asking my husband for one for me for my birthday!!
Dec 18, 2024
Perfect Christmas gift for my daughter!
Dec 17, 2024
I love my mystery box! It is for my boyfriend and they truly listened to what I wrote about in regards to what he likes. For example, I wrote that he lovesss the 70’s style and its eclectics, he is from arizona, he loves mushrooms, he has long hair and is searching for jewelry. They got me post cards from the 1940’s from arizona, a book discussing decor, a mushroom candle, an on-the-go comb brush & mirror, and a bracelet. the rest of the items fit the 70’s description as well which i know he will love. To top it off, they wrapped it in wrapping paper that fit this color scheme (you can see in top left corner.) I highly recommend!
Dec 12, 2024
I liked everything that was sent.