Cyber Monday is here and for TV fans everywhere, that means network websites jostling each other to offer the best shop discounts (HBO, Showtime, FX, etc.). It's a great opportunity to stock-up on all the official merchandise you'd been eyeballing throughout the year but holding off on due to price
There is a larger question, though, of how do you surprise the binge-watcher who knows these network shops' inventories like the back of their hand? The answer is in the fan community. So many great artists have turned to online marketplaces like Etsy to celebrate their favorite shows with amazing products. The trick is knowing where to look amongst the endless array of search options. With the help of this guide, I hope to make that search a little easier.
Composition Notebooks
Shop: DidAVerseEnd
Sarah Manning Composition Notebook ("Orphan Black"), $10
Klaus and Caroline Composition Notebook ("The Vampire Diaries"), $10
Shirts (Red Bubble)
price varies by style
"Twin Peaks" Fans: http://www.redbubble.com/people/wardsart/works/159...
"Veronica Mars" Fans: http://www.redbubble.com/people/doodleheaddee/work...
"Merlin" Fans: http://www.redbubble.com/people/anangeloflight/wor...
"Banshee" Fans: http://www.redbubble.com/people/mason1989/works/10...
Mugs
Shop: ByCandleLight27
"Buffy the Vampire Slayer" Cup Set, (Handpainted, $42.48)
"Superman"/"Smallville" Cup Set, (Handpainted, $39.33)
individual mugs ≈ $15.73
Shop: ToastedGlass
"Poldark" Drinking Jars, $21.85 each
For "Doctor Who" Fans
Shop:SugarBeesEngraving
"Doctor Who" Ood Themed Tardis Blue Large Glass Mug, $25
Morse Code Quotes Jewelry
Shop: AnonymousSong
"Supernatural" Morse Code Friendship Bracelet, $8
(Dean's [green] says 'Bitch,' Sam's [red] says 'Jerk')
For custom quotes...
Shop: MorseCodeObscenities
Custom Necklace, $15.99
Have two necklaces from this seller, one quoting "Justified's" Boyd Crowder, the other "Breaking Bad's" Jesse Pinkman, and can personally attest to their awesomeness. Will anyone recognize their meaning? Probably not, but that's just part of their charm.
More Jewelry
Shop: kateslittlestore
Ron Swanson Brooch ("Parks and Recreation"), $18.73
Shop: LoveForAchilles
"Arrow" Charm Bracelet, $21.00
Be sure to check out her shop's home page for discounts if you spend a certain amount.
Key Chains
For "Once Upon a Time" Fans
Shop: Nerdy Robots
Chibi "Once Upon A Time" Keychains, $7 each
Shop: PeachyApricot
Walter White/Jesse Pinkman Keychain ("Breaking Bad"), $9.50
Board Games
"Game of Thrones" Collector's Edition Monopoly, $41.75 [Amazon]
Cannot stress enough how exciting the prospect of purchasing property on Bravvos is.
Soundtracks
"Shameless" Soundtrack, $12.99 [Amazon]
Listened to this CD nonstop in my car for weeks.
"Treme" Season 1 Soundrtack, $13.79 [Amazon]
Books
Coffee Table
"The Art and Making of 'Penny Dreadful'" by Sharon Gosling, $17.14 [Amazon]
Original Literature Adapted From
"Outlander" 20th Anniversary Collector's Edition by Diana Gabaldon, $23.79 [Amazon]
Amazon's Movie and TV Collectibles Section
Hosting a hodge podge of different collectibles (orginal posters, trading cards, autographed items, etc.) you never know what you might find here, but it's always worth an occasional glance.
Ultimately this is only an introduction to some of the amazing items that are out there on the web.
Shopping for a fan of a specific program? In need of a recommendation for a new show to watch, based on past favorites? I love an excuse to browse through pages of TV-themed memorabilia so share your shopping missions in the comments below. I'd be more than happy to help!