Vintage Chad Valley Holly Hobbie Toy Iron (1977) – Made in England some age related wear
15 cm long
8 cm wide
8 cm tall
Bring a little 1970s childhood magic into your home with this wonderfully charming vintage toy ironing iron, featuring the iconic Holly Hobbie artwork — a design loved by generations for its cosy, wholesome, cottage-style charm.
This piece was produced by the legendary British toymaker Chad Valley, and is clearly marked:
“Holly Hobbie Designs © American Greetings Corporation 1977”
Chad Valley – Made in England
With its warm cream body, classic brown handle, and delightful Holly Hobbie illustration, it displays beautifully in a vintage kitchen, retro laundry room vignette, nursery shelf display, or as part of a nostalgic 1970s toy collection.
A lovely collectible with that unmistakable 1970s childhood comfort feel.
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Key Features
Vintage toy iron
Holly Hobbie design (c.1977)
Maker: Chad Valley
Made in England
Cream body with brown handle
Original printed decal illustration
Great display piece / collectable
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Condition
Vintage condition with visible age-related wear, including surface marks, scuffs and some discolouration consistent with play use and age (please see photos).
The graphics remain clearly visible and full of charm.
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Maker’s History – Chad Valley
Chad Valley was one of Britain’s most celebrated toy manufacturers, founded in the late 19th century in Birmingham. The company became nationally recognised for producing well-made dolls, games and children’s playthings — and by the mid-20th century Chad Valley was a household name across the UK.
Their reputation grew particularly strongly through department store toy ranges and licensed products, and they produced a wide variety of domestic roleplay toys like this one — allowing children to imitate adult life in miniature (and in the most charming, old-fashioned way).
By the 1970s Chad Valley produced many popular licensed toys, and this piece is a lovely example of that era — combining British toy heritage with the hugely popular Holly Hobbie imagery licensed via American Greetings Corporation.
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Perfect For
Holly Hobbie collectors
Chad Valley memorabilia collectors
Vintage toy displays & retro interiors
Nostalgic 1970s childhood collections
Prop styling / period displays
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