Season of Giving
With Christmas around the corner, many of us are desperately trying to finish up our gift list. To make things a little bit easier, here are safe choices for the pop culture nerd in your life. Whether they love superheroes, retro games, or miss the good old days, here are 20 gifts they’ll be thrilled to receive.
1. Funko Pops
A great gift for any pop culture nerd. Funko Pops vary from TV shows, movies, video games, and even real-life celebrities. They are perfect for collectors, or even just as a decorative piece.
2. Pac-Man Ghost Light
The classic Pac-Man ghost is a cute gift for the nerd in your life. This light is easy to recharge and literally brightens up the place. With a variety of colors to choose from, they can be set for any mood.
3. The Remote-Control Wand
With this Harry Potter remote control wand, they can control the TV like it’s magic. A fairly easy-to-use gift that will make them feel like they are casting a spell on the TV to make it change the channel, raise or lower the volume, and much more. Truly a great gift for a Potterhead.
4. Chia Pet Groot
If you are looking for a Guardians of the Galaxy reference gift, look no further than the Chia Pet Groot planter. It’s cute, looks exactly like Groot, and it even grows chia seeds. It comes with a pack of them too, so there is no need to worry about finding them elsewhere.
5. Thor Hammer Tool Set
A perfect gift for any Marvel lover. Thor’s Hammer Tool Set is equipped with any and all necessary tools for fixing and maintaining stuff around the house. With everything that’s inside, it really gives weight to the tool set, making it feel more like the hammer’s weight from the pictures.
6. Bat Signal Kitchen Timer
This timer is a very fun kitchen accessory for DC lovers. When it goes off, it shines the bat signal to let you know the time is up. It’s a great way to summon Batman lovers into the kitchen.
7. Tetris Inspired Pillows
Pillows are always a cool and cute gift, especially when themed. These Tetris-inspired pillows are soft, plush, and best of all, stackable. With a multitude of shapes, they can arrange and play with them just like the real game.
8. Millennium Falcon Waffle Maker
A gift for the die-hard Star Wars fan that makes you watch the trilogy with them at least once a year. This waffle maker brings the perfect themed waffle shape to the table. It definitely is a more fun way to eat waffles.
9. One Ring To Rule Them All
The Lord of the Rings is an epic staple of cinema. It is the perfect gift for any LOTR fan. The most powerful artifact ever created in Middle-earth can be a very pleasant surprise for your favorite nerd.
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10. Vintage Gaming Consoles
There are many vintage gaming consoles out there, and any one of them would be a great gift. From Sega Mega, SNES, to Sony PlayStation Classic, you can’t go wrong with these blasts from the past. Just make sure to get a game or two to go along with the gift.
11. Legend of Zelda Triforce Night Light
A beautiful yet simple gift for any Zelda lover. It’s easy to charge, stable and hard to knock over, and just looks great as a decoration piece. This night light brings a little bit of Hyrule onto their bedroom nightstand.
12. Superhero Socks
Socks are always a welcome gift for anyone who likes to be cozy around the house. Whether it’s Marvel or DC, superhero socks are a fun piece of clothing that can even be worn to work. There are even some that come with little capes at the back.
13. Game of Thrones Dragon Egg Candles
The most awarded series in Emmy Awards history, Game of Thrones has a lot of merch to choose from. These dragon egg candles are one of the cooler gifts that also have a use. Lighting a candle shaped like a dragon egg just feels better than a plain old candle.
14. Pop Music T-Shirt
Everyone has a favorite singer or band. A T-shirt showcasing that artist is a great gift and can be perfect as a sleeping T as well. Just make sure you know which pop star your nerd likes.
15. Dunder Mifflin Hoodie
A cozy and cool way to represent the Dunder Mifflin Paper Company. These hoodies have been a staple gift for any fan of The Office. The amount of happiness and joy this hoodie will bring is “incalcalacable.”
16. Stranger Things Textra Displate
Stranger Things monsters are really cool and iconic, and a Displate of them is a fantastic gift. Displates are always a great gift for anyone. With the new Textra style, you can give those monsters almost a lifelike look.
17. Vintage Vinyl Records
These can be a great gift for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, or just to show someone you care. Just like these records, your bond stands the test of time. If they don’t have a record player, you might want to consider getting them one with a few vinyl's on the side.
18. Movie Prop Replicas
Everyone has wanted to own at least one thing from their favorite movie. This can be a great gift for movie lovers, as it can range from something as small as a necklace, all the way to a replica of a piece of furniture or a door. Just imagine going over to your F.R.I.E.N.D.S. place and seeing a purple door with a picture frame on it.
19. Mini Arcade Machine
A cool little decoration piece that is also fully functional. This can be a great gift for anyone who loves classic retro arcade games. You can even set a high score on it before you give it as a challenge for them to beat.
20. Captain America Shield Cutting Board
This is a pretty fun gift for someone who loves Marvel, as well as home cooking. The cutting board is shaped exactly like Captain America’s shield, but it’s small and compact. It’s a great gift that will make them think of you every time they cook.
