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15 Bold Gifts For Your Favorite Gryffindor

by Julia Seales

When shopping for readers, you can’t go wrong with a Harry Potter inspired gift. After all, most Potter fans have often complained that their letter was lost in the mail (and we will constantly remind everyone that “Hogwarts is always there to welcome us home”). Something about this magical school is truly timeless, and many of us feel as much loyalty to Hogwarts as we feel to our actual alma maters. Because the truth is, whether you grew up reading Harry Potter, or you just discovered it, just by reading the series, you can totally claim Hogwarts as your second alma mater.

And if Harry Potter fans feel loyalty to Hogwarts itself, we feel just as much loyalty to our chosen Hogwarts house. Whether we took the Pottermore quiz to determine our sorting, or chose which house we identified with most, we all have the one house we’d root for in the House Cup.

People may say that it’s an easy choice to call yourself a Gryffindor, since the main characters of the series were mostly members of this house. But if you’re bold enough to declare yourself a member of this daring and chivalrous house, you belong there. Here are some gifts perfect for all the gutsy Gryffindors in your life.

Gryffindor Scarf Camera Strap

If the person you're shopping for already has a Gryffindor scarf, how about getting them this Gryffindor scarf camera strap? It's perfect for the adventurous Gryffindor who's always snapping photos of various activities.

Gryffindor Scarf Camera Strap, $62, mgcamerastraps on Etsy

Gryffindor Candle

This small candle is the perfect little gift for a Gryffindor. It has notes of campfire and cinnamon, and its scent will transform any space into the Gryffindor common room.

Gryffindor Candle, $4.50, DioCandleCompany on Etsy

Quidditch Sweatshirt

Many Gryffindors would love a spot on the Quidditch team (I'm with Leslie Knope — I would definitely be the Seeker). Give the gift of house loyalty and Quidditch excellence with this Gryffindor Quidditch sweatshirt.

Quidditch Sweatshirt, $23, coolsweatshirtusa on Etsy

Platform 9 3/4 Luggage Tag

Gryffindors love adventure, which makes this Platform 9 3/4 luggage tag in Gryffindor colors the perfect gift for these world travelers.

Platform 9 3/4 Luggage Tag, $9, littlebrickpress on Etsy

Mischief Managed Bangle

Sometimes Gryffindors are pretty subtle. They may be quiet, but inside, they're full of daring and nerve. This Mischief Managed bangle is the perfect gift for the Gryffindor who seems sweet, but is probably up to something.

Mischief Managed Bangle, $20, CamillaLimon on Etsy

Gryffindor Soap

This scarlet and gold soap has a "crackling firewood scent," AKA the Gryffindor common room. It's the perfect gift for the Gryffindor who would play Quidditch all day, but also enjoys a bit of beauty luxury.

Gryffindor Soap, $8.19, SoapPretty on Etsy

Lion Charm Bookmark

For the Hermione Granger-esque Gryffindor who can't resist a good book, this lion charm bookmark is a perfect present.

Lion Charm Bookmark, $9.89, CharmedFiction on Etsy

Gryffindor Lantern

A lot of Gryffindors stay up late, whether they're reading all night like Hermione Granger, or plotting mischief like Fred and George. Shed some light on their late night adventures with this Gryffindor lantern.

Gryffindor Lantern, $39, StorybookCraftGroup on Etsy

Gryffindor Cookie Cutter

Ron Weasley could never resist a Hogwarts feast. This Gryffindor cookie cutter will let the Gryffindors in your life create their own magical treats.

Gryffindor Cookie Cutter, $7.90, LucerLu on Etsy

Gryffindor Bath Bomb

This bath bomb replicates the warmth of the Gryffindor common room, perfect for relaxation after a long day of adventuring.

Gryffindor Bath Bomb, $2.50, SweetweatherSisters on Etsy

HP Temporary Tattoos

This "wingardium leviosa" temporary tattoo is great for Gryffindors — just keep in mind that it's LeviOsa, not LevioSA.

HP Temporary Tattoos, $8, happytatts on Etsy

Break The Rules Instant Download Print

Even Hermione knows that it's sometimes fun to break the rules. This instant download print features a quote that Gryffindors can definitely relate to.

Break The Rules Instant Download Print, $5, CalligraphyNerd on Etsy

House Pillow

Give the gift of relaxation with this Gryffindor house pillow — even the most daring person needs to lounge around, and this soft pillow would look great in a reading nook.

House Pillow, $16.95, slushieprints on Etsy

Must Be A Weasley Shirt

Gryffindor house is dominated by the wonderful Weasley family. Let the Gryffindor in your life show off their family pride with this great tee.

Must Be A Weasley Shirt, $14.95, DoubleTimes on Etsy

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