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As a huge Harry Potter fan, I can tell you I am almost always going to love whatever Harry Potter merch I receive as gifts. On the flip side, because I am a known lover of all things wizarding world, I tend to get a lot of Potter themed presents. Whether its the countless Harry Potter Funko Pop figurines (seriously, I have over 20 crowding my one lone bookcase and I have bought myself exactly zero of them) or the "I've seen this everywhere" Harry Potter themed t-shirts and sweaters, I sometimes feel like I have every single bit of wizarding swag out there.
But that's, of course, just not the case. Because our fellow Harry Potter fans include some of the most innovative, creative people around and they've taken to sites like Etsy in droves to create some of the most unique, out there, and totally special merch for any occasion. The list below includes 11 Harry Potter gifts, from homeware to candy, that your average HP fan is super likely not to already own. Any one of them would make a super special addition to their stockings on Christmas morning. And the best part is that they're all under $20.
A Morse Code Bracelet That Spells Out 'Lumos'
Lumos Morse Code Bracelet, $6, Etsy
They might have some Harry Potter inspired jewelry, but are any of them in Morse Code? I thought not. These insanely cool (and super affordable) bracelets use beads to spell out messages from the books including 'Always' and 'Lumos.' We could all use a little more light moving forward...why not encourage them carry it with them on their wrist?
A Mini Eyelops Owl Figurine For Their Bookshelf
Mini Eyelops Emporium Owl Toy, $15, Etsy
We all need bookshelf decorations, right? And although the HP fan you're buying for is likely to have any number of Funko figurines and House crest memoribilia, chances are very high they don't have their very own owl from Eyelops Emporium. But you can change that with one of these adorable 3.5 inch beauties available in Snowy, Barn or Screech owl.
An Enamel Pin That Recreates The HP Book Covers
Harry Potter Book Cover Enamel Pin, $11 each, Ideal Bookshelf
Again, any HP fan worth their Galleons has got at least one themed enamel pin on their tote bag or jean jacket. But do they have a depiction of their favorite HP book cover? These minimalist recreations feature favorite characters and scenes for a pin that any fan would love to display.
A HP Spatula For Making Magical Meals
Harry Potter Spatula, $13, Williams Sonoma
Any avid cook or baker has probably been desperate to Potter up their kitchen, and with these newly released House-inspired spatulas you can help them do just that. And if you're willing to spring for something to put under the tree to match, yes, there is an apron.
A Shot Glass Filled With A Little Liquid Luck
Feliz Felicis Liquid Luck Shot Glass, $10, Amazon
Everyone needs a little luck every now and again, and although the recipient will probably be filling this with everything but a magical golden potion, the sentiment is still there. Especially ideal for the stocking of your average college student, or someone with an inexplicably large shot glass collection.
An HP Sleep Mask For The Best 40 Winks Ever
Harry Potter Sleeping Eye Mask, $7, Etsy
I, for one, cannot get the best night of sleep without a trusty eye mask covering up any bit of light seeping into my room. If you know another HP fan with the affinity for a cave-like atmosphere as they sleep, this eye mask makes the perfect stocking stuffer. It's affordable, and it's something they'll actually use every single day. Genius.
Chocolate Frogs With A Hogwarts House Surprise
Hogwarts House Chocolate Frogs, $8 for 6, Etsy
Candy is a must for any stocking, but these Chocolate Frogs take it to a whole other level of awesome. 8 bucks will get you a box of 6 solid chocolate frogs with a surprise inside: they're colored red, yellow, green, or blue for each of the Hogwarts Houses. You can choose your House or let NerdyNoms sort you themselves...and for an extra $2 you can get House specific wrapping on your box.
1920s Inspired Spell Cups For Your Fancy Friend
Harry Potter Fantastic Beasts Spells Pint Glass Set, $13, Think Geek
OK, I can already hear you saying, "This person has 15 HP cups, they don't need another one." But, trust me dear reader, they do. Because these are no ordinary cups. Taking a 1920s Art Deco inspiration from the setting of the Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them film, and featuring four different HP spells, these are so pretty they can be used at any dinner party, HP themed or not. It's the perfect gift for the decidedly grown up fan.
Makeup Brushes With Wand Handles Because The Perfect Smokey Eye Takes A Little Magic
Harry Potter Magic Silver Makeup Brushes Set, $10, Walmart
If you've got a makeup enthusiasts on your list, you can't get a more gorgeous set of brushes than the HP wan inspired ones above. This set will look beautiful displayed on any vanity, and they'll think of you everytime they nail that smokey eye look on the first try...it's the gift that keeps on giving.
An HP Quote Journal For All Of Their Deep Thoughts
Harry Potter Journal, $15, Etsy
There are lots of HP notebooks and journals out there, but there's something special about this one. Not only does it feature a bolstering quote we could all use in the new year, it's handlettered which makes each journal totally unique. You can also choose the pages inside (lined, blank, graphed, etc) so not matter if they'll be using this for writing, doodling or more, they'll have the customized notebook they've always wanted.
Butterbeer Lip Balm Because Winter Is Coming
Butterbeer Lip Balm, $3, Etsy
With winter on the way, everyone needs a new lip balm. So why not makes it butterbeer flavored, am I right? And with this adorable HP themed design, they'll want one to keep in every coat pocket and tote bag. At only $3, you can definitely deliver.
