It can be difficult to by gifts for geeks in your family and friend groups. Everyone has different interests. There are so many different hobbies available to the average person. Even a basic category like video games can be broken down into a million subcategories.
Today I wanted to give you a great starting place for buying holiday gifts for the geeky and nerdy people in your life. I did my best to break the lists up by interest/personality type. This is a work in progress. I will continue to add amazing items as I find them.
Lets Get Started!
The holiday season is here! It is a magical time filled with friends, parties, great food and thoughtful gifts. However, it is not always easy to Shop for everyone you care about.
The internet has allowed people to connect with those who have the same interests. No hobby is too small. Pop culture has expanded to include a multitude of media platforms and genres.
This shift in culture has turned everyone into some form of nerd. You can no longer buy the geeky person in your family a chess board, or a pocket protector (joking, of course). People have highly specialized interests, and it can be hard to know what to buy for them.
Who are you shopping for?
The (Comic) Bookworm
The Collector of Anything
The Computer Nerd
The Dog Lover
The Home Chef
The Horror Junkie
The Yarn Smith
The (Comic) Bookworm
You have a friend who loves sequential art, newsprint, and heroic stories. Comic books are no longer available in every gas station and market. However, comic media is more popular than ever. Check out these great gifts for the comic lover in your life!
Pow! Short Comic Storage Box
Regular white cardboard comic boxes are boring! Grab this short box covered in speech bubbles and action words. It is a great product to spruce up any comic book collection. Available for $16.75.
DC Comics Encyclopedia
Is your loved one curious about The Dark Knight? Maybe knowledge of superheroes is their Kryptonite. Either way, this encyclopedia is a must-have for any DC Comics fan. Available for $22.70.
Marvel Comics Encyclopedia
The Marvel Universe has introduced a plethora of characters and concepts. It would take a long time to read all of the comics to get the full backstory. This encyclopedia can serve as a handy guide for Marvel fans of any level. Available for $23.99.
Max Protection Comic Book Display Case
Every collector has that one comic they would like to keep forever. Help out your comic lover by getting them a heavy-duty protector and display case. Available for $13.97.
Bad Mask by Jon Chad
This is one of the most unique comics I have ever read. It is a full multimedia experience. The story is told through comics, files, trading cards, newspapers, and more! Available for $30.96.
Comic Book Collector Starter Kit
This is an awesome gift for those who want to start collecting comics, or need more supplies for their current collection. The kit comes with a binder, pages, back and boards. Available for $19.99.
The Collector of Anything
We all have that friend that loves collecting. Their habitat is filled with coins, cards, books and gadgets. Show your collector some love this holiday season with some organizational items.
ClosetMaid Stackable 15-Unit Organizer
These organizers are great since they also work as display cases. My wife and I have a similar organizer used to show off our figurines and books. Available for $29.97.
IRIS Inc. 10-Drawer Cart with Organizer
This organizer is great for crafters who have a lot of small parts. Available for $49.18.
DYMO LetraTag Label Maker
Sometimes our collections get so big that we need to label our containers. Stay organized with this label maker. Available for $17.88.
Inventory Log Pages
While these are inventory sheets for a business, I think they also come in handy for collectors. Having an inventory of a collection will help save space and keep everything organized. Available for $7.45.
BagSmart Universal Cable Organizer
Who else lives in a giant knot of cables? Since everything is now electronic, we need a good system for organizing cables and chargers. Available for $19.99.
The Computer Nerd
Who doesn’t love a good computer? We take advantage of the fact that everything we own is computerized. However, there are still some of us that love big and powerful machines, nostalgia of past mediums, and coding.
Retro Floppy Disk Coasters
I never thought I’d see the day where floppy disks were considered retro, but here we are. Have some nostalgic fun with these coasters. Available for $19.99.
Blue Screen of Death Shirt
I don’t see the BSOD as often as I used to. This shirt definitely brings me back. Available for $15.95.
C++ Coffee Mug
Everyone loves coding humor! Okay, maybe not, but the computer lover in your life may!the Available for $17.99.
Circuit Board Socks
Over the past year I have become a huge fan of silly socks. I need to add these circuit board socks to my growing collection. Available for $11.50.
The Dog Lover
Having a pet is not just about companionship. For some people it is also a hobby. Pet care, grooming, and activities can be fun and fulfilling for the whole family.
Kingbell Best Friends Gift Set
Show your dog that you love them with this matching necklace/key chain set! Available for $9.99.
“His, Hers, The Dog” Pillow Case Set
We all share pillows. My wife takes my pillows. I take the dog’s pillows. We really need to label them. Now we have the chance to! Available for $20.86.
Corgi Butt Throw Pillow
Who doesn’t love a good corgi butt? Available for $16.59.
Shark Pet House Cave/Bed
We would never want our dog to be eaten by a shark…but watching them sleep in a shark’s mouth would be hilarious. Available for $16.99.
The Home Chef
We all have that one friend who is always making us some dank food. They fill out stomachs, and now it is time to give back to them. I mean…it can only lead to better food, right?
Cosmos Kitchen Knife Set in a Gift Box
Forget the standard metallic blades. These knives will add a flourish to your cooking style and impress anyone coming over to taste your food. Available for $59.95.
Penzeys Spices Kind Heart Gift Box
My wife and I love Penzeys spices and herbs. We got hooked when a relative bought us a gift set very similar to this one. Available for $46.95.
Foodie Dice – Seasonal Dinners
I got these as a gift last year. They are a great way to pick dinners when you are out of ideas. Available for $24.00.
The Keyboard Waffle Iron
Imagine eating a giant keyboard-shaped waffle. It would almost be as much fun as typing on a pancake. Available for $70.99.
“Your Cooking is Over 9000” Cutting Board
Your Super Saiyan chef will love this Dragon Ball inspired cutting board. Available for $39.99.
The Horror Junkie
Some people are fans of the spooky and macabre. Those people are awesome. Surprise the horror-lover in your life with these great gifts.
Halloween Original Soundtrack Colored Vinyl
The Halloween theme is one of the most iconic songs in movie history. The colored vinyl is a nice touch. This is a great gift regardless of if the recipient owns a record player. Available for $32.34.
Horror Pop Sockets
Pop Sockets may seem like a fad, but can you really put a price on not dropping your phone onto your own face? These horror-themed Pop Sockets will spruce up any horror-lover’s phone. Available for $14.99.
Toynk Horror LookSee Box
This crate of goodies is an adventure into horror merchandise. The box contains over $120 of horror-themed items from a variety of different horror franchises. Available for $56.99.
Slash Cards: The Horror Movie Trivia Game
Test your horror movie knowledge with the Slash Cards trivia game. Available for $32.00.
Doppelganger Abstract Face Lift Artwork
This poster is insane-looking. It would make a great piece for any room. Available for $6.89.
The Yarn Smith
People are always receiving hand-crafted yarn gifts for the holidays. The yarn smith needs some love too! It takes them hours to craft these great items. Let’s help make their hobby easier and more stylish.
Marvel Universe Crochet Kit
While this may not be the best gift for experience crochet artists, it is a great starting point for children interested in yarn crafting. Available for $16.99.
Eunoia Yarn Bowl
I can’t count the amount of times I have had a yarn ball roll off of the couch, into the living room, down the driveway and onto the highway. Keep your yarn balls in place with a yarn bowl. Available for $34.95.
Yarn Storage Organizer Bag
Sometimes your project involves many different colors of yarn. This bag is great for taking big projects on the go. Available for $19.99.
Clover Antique Yarn Threader
Yarn threaders are an important accessory for yarn crafters. This one looks amazing. Available for $9.08.
Rosewood Center Pull Yarn Ball Winder
Sometimes skeins just don’t cut it! Roll your own yarn balls quickly with this ball winder. Available for $11.99.
Get Shopping!
There are a lot of great deals around the holidays. Make sure that you grab things that are personal for your loved ones. Some of the best gifts involve the recipient’s passions and hobbies.
What is on your wish list for the holiday season? What are your favorite gifts for geeks! What are you Let me know on social media!
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