I hate malls.
There, I said it. I hate them the way Harry Potter hates Death Eaters. Or the way Frodo hates Sauron.*
(*See what I did there? I just introduced the theme of this week’s gift guide! Sneaky as a sneakoscope.)
I hate traipsing around in winter boots in overheated and overcrowded malls at Christmastime. I hate the junky, rage-inducing holiday pop music being piped in. Go ahead: play Mariah One. More. Time. I dare you.
I AM a big fan of getting holiday shopping done early and painlessly. And I’m willing to bet that you are too. To this end, I have rounded up some of my top gift picks, all conveniently purchasable on the INTERNET! *Cue Hallelujah Chorus*
Today’s gift guide is dedicated to the people on your list who love nothing more than to get into a five-hour fandom conversation. Or the people who can’t help but make science puns. Or the people who are silently correcting my grammar. (Please know that I hesitate every time I start a sentence with “and”. The struggle is real.)
Gifts for the Nerd in All of Us
*This post contains affiliate links. If you click on a link and choose to purchase a product, I will receive a small commission. Any personal or banking information provided to Etsy will not be disclosed to me.*
UPDATED!
I was approached by the lovely Vanessa of Veelightful, who asked if I might be interested in including some of her… get this… nerdy bath products (yes, you read that correctly)! I asked if she’d be willing to offer one of YOU a free product and she said YES!
I think Veelightful’s products would make perfect stocking stuffers. They are reasonably priced and will definitely make people chuckle. 🙂
Death Star Bath Bomb by Veelightful
Felix Felicis Massage Oil by Veelightful
Star Trek Foot Fizzies by Veelightful
Han Solo Foot Fizzies by Veelightful
Be sure to enter the giveaway for $10 of Veelightful bath and styling products (there’s stuff for men, too!), and please stop by her Etsy shop to take a look at her delightful bath fizzies! You’ll find the giveaway at the end of this post, so keep on reading…
Star Wars Millennium Falcon Poster from The Patent Office
The first two choices are both 100% Husband-Approved! Erick loved the idea of the Millennium Falcon post, and we both love the vintage travel poster style of the three Star Wars locations.
Star Wars Travel Posters from MM Paper Co.
Sith Happens Shirt from T-shirt Bordello
Now we venture into my personal favourite section of this guide: the Harry Potter paraphernalia! First up I chose some Deathly Hallows charms. These come with different finishes and chain options, and are very reasonably priced.
Harry Potter Deathly Hallows Necklace from Fairy Fountain Gifts
I love that this next one looks like a real piece of jewelry… But it’s a snitch!
Harry Potter Golden Snitch Necklace from Tiny Bubbles Crafts
Butterbeer Tea from Tea and Other Things
These Leaky Cauldron and Three Broomsticks pint glasses are perfect for the adult HP fan on your list. *Hint, hint!*
Harry Potter Pint Glasses from Karen’s Custom Glass
I couldn’t resist including this sweet little Lord of the Rings quotation print. Everybody knows the importance of second breakfast!
Second Breakfast Print from Pocket Sized Observer
This might be my favourite of all. I love puns and I love Game of Thrones. Perfection.
Dinner is Coming Chopping Board from 2Gether Store
General science-y stuff is always appreciated by the nerd set. I know a couple of people on my list who would love these molecular wine glasses.
Wine Chemistry Stemless Glass by Cognitive Surplus
Start ’em young, I say! This little beaker and atom onesie will get them on the right track.
Science Baby Onesie from Nerdy With Kids
Viking Ship Mobile by Toy Maker to the Kings
As a music teacher, I receive a lot of music-themed gifts. This infinity scarf is a highly-wearable option for the musical ladies on your list.
Music Lover Infinity Scarf from Eyerisanne
This Ursa Major pillow actually glows in the dark! Young or old, I think this a perfect gift.
Ursa Major Pillow by Love California
And now for our fabulous Veelightful GIVEAWAY! Please click the link below and use the Rafflecopter widget to enter. Good luck to you all and thanks so much to Vanessa for hosting this giveaway.
Click HERE to enter the Veelightful GIVEAWAY!!
I know for sure that some of these may end up under my tree. Whether they will be for my loved ones or for ME is a whole other story! 🙂 There are also plenty of other gift ideas to be found on Etsy’s Holiday Hub.
I’ll be back later this week with the November Create & Share Challenge (click here to catch up on October’s challenge)! I can’t wait to show you what I’ve been working on.
Also, be sure to come back next Monday for the next gift guide (and ANOTHER GIVEAWAY)! Until then, have a great week!
Some great gift ideas there! Hmmm….
Glad it was helpful!
I avoid malls like the plague…ALL YEAR LONG!
They truly are awful.
I love these! I just bought my daughters geeky stocking stuffers. Snitch necklace and How to Train your Dragon bracelet.
YES! I bet they’ll love them.
These are all so much fun!!
Thanks, Ruthie!
Hi, Sarah ~ I so enjoyed this Nerd Gift Guide! I’m willing to admit that I have a little more nerd than the average person. In my family we all have our own Star Wars names. You’re looking at Tif Fisto. ;0) I’m going to have to get my hands on the Millennium Falcon poster. So great! Pinning this. Thanks for sharing!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it – that poster is one of my favourites, too!
Great finds, especially the viking mobile!
Isn’t that cool???!! Our future kids are going to be the weirdest/coolest. 🙂
I’m sure!
Haha! My husband is a nerd and these ideas are excellent! I must get that onesie for our friends!
Pinning!
Haha! My husband is a nerd and these ideas are excellent! I must get that onside for our friends!
Pinning!
We’re all a little nerdy at heart, I think… 🙂
Oh my goodness – I am definitely buying the butter beer tea for my best friend! How fun!
Doesn’t that sound delicious???
So cute! I think there is a little nerd in all of us!
Absolutely!!
My son is just getting into Star Wars, this is a great list!
I’m so glad! May the force be with him.
You have some great ideas here. (Are you going to hate me when I tell you I’ve never read Harry Potter? Nor seen the movies?… Ummm. Maybe THAT’S what I need for Christmas!) I will, however, state that I also have trouble starting sentences with “and”, but know that sometimes necessary to keep it conversational English.
Well now you’ve found out what you need for Christmas! 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by.
I’ll have one of everything! I agree with you about the post-card looking pictures. How great for a kid’s room?!
Yes, I love everything and would love to use some of this for kids’ decor.
I don’t wanna be dramatic (snort) but I might have just fallin in love with your space. Zomg.
Hahaha thank you Lorey!
Love, love, love the items that you found here. They’re so fun!
-Melissa
http://Www.melissamchee.com
Thanks Melissa! I hope you had a chance to enter the giveaway!
Well this just falls perfectly in line with the monthlong HP movie marathon I initiated to introduce some (poor lost) friends to the world of HP! Thanks for this!!!
Awesome! We also recently re-watched all the movies. And I may have re-read all the books. They are just perfect for a cozy evening!
Those travel posters are the best *hint hint*
Hahahaha duly noted.
Oh, wow! I love ALL of these options! The T-shirt is hilarious! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
Hahaha, so glad you liked them!