17 Items Blerds Will Love

Just another Tolkien Blerd searching for The One Ring.

1. A Black History Month shirt with some important cartoon characters from our childhood.

Creations by Jayla M

Creations by Jayla M is an apparel shop based in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Promising review: "Everything was perfect and everyone loved it!" —SaKeena Munn

Get it from Creations by Jayla M on Etsy for $9.90+ (available in unisex sizes S–4X and two colors).

2. A personalized mug that will be oh-so-relatable to all book lovers.

Butterfly Mug Design

Butterfly Mug Design is a small business in Tulsa, Oklahoma, that sells mugs and shirts. 

Promising review: "Super quick responses, I did have a few questions about this item and different options and the seller was very quick to respond and very nice! And super quick shipping as well! Absolutely love my mug." —D'Linda Pearson

Get if from Butterfly Mug Design on Etsy for $16.19+ (available in two sizes).

3. A Vault 101 Tunnel Snakes jacket that will be perfect for adventuring across the Capital Wasteland.

Insert Coin / Via insertcoinclothing.com

Insert Coin is a UK-based clothing shop that sells items celebrating video game culture. Their goal is to bring that love into the real world, with sleek clothing and accessories.

Get it from Insert Coin for $94.84 (available in sizes XS–3XL).

4. A Black Lightning Action Figure that'll leap into action and save the day.

Amazon

Promising review: "I was very excited about this figure when I first heard about it and I am not disappointed. He has great paint all over, much better articulation than most Multiverse figures and no really loose joints. But come on Mattel, start giving figures double jointed elbows. Hasbro does it for almost every figure. That gripe aside, I love this figure." —Rose Preslee

Get it from Amazon for $32.99.

5. A Boondocks hoodie to keep them satisfied until the revival finally happens.

Moodys Creations By Jaz

Moodys Creations By Jaz is a small business based in Philadelphia. The shop specializes in vinyl, resin crafts, and knitted art. 

Get it from Moodys Creations By Jaz for $50+ (available in sizes S–4XL and four styles).

6. A The Proud Family cap just in time for the return of the show.

PBD Arts

PBD Arts is a small business based in West Hartford, Connecticut. It sells hand-painted clothing with pop culture designs. 

Promising review: This hat is dope! the photo was hard to interpret and I thought it was denim material with a stick on logo but was cotton instead and all painted, which is so much better. A splurge for a 5-year-old but he's going to wear this cap easily for a couple of years. And definitely the pricing fits with artistry involved, good all around!" —walkonwater79.

Get it from PBD Arts on Etsy for $25 (available in two styles and three colors).

7. A pair of Comic Pop leggings that can make you feel like a hero while wearing.

Blerd

Blerd is a Black-owned lifestyle and media brand based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Founded by three Black nerds, the company is dedicated to inclusivity, positivity, and quality. 

Get them from Blerd for $39.99 (available in sizes XS–XL).

8. A mug that any IT Crowd fan would be happy to receive.

Amazon

Promising review: "Great quality mug! Been in use for about a month now as my coffee mug and has stood the test of a to of washes. Holding up well! I work as an AV Tech in my office and I live and preach this quote to people. Yes, it's cliché but I love it." —Yearzerrrooo

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

9. A colorful hoodie that celebrates Black inventors' creations, like the guitar and ice cream.

Melaninful

Melaninful is a Black-owned company based in New Castle, Delaware. It is dedicated to helping express Black pride and melanin pride. 

Get it from Melaninful for $54.99 (available in sizes S–5XL and in two styles).

10. A Plant Nerd tote that'll come in handy when carrying home more plants that you definitely need.

Raven and Unicorn

Raven + Unicorn is a Black-owned business in Raleigh, North Carolina. The owner, Rachelle, is an illustrator who draws all the designs.

Promising reviews: "So cute! Looking forward to giving this to my friend. Shipped and received quickly. The seller was very communicative as one item would be shipping separately, and they wanted to make sure I was aware of the difference."—Heidi

Get it from Raven + Unicorn on Etsy for $28.

11. A Wakandan AfroTech hoodie they'll want to wear forever.

Rookie ATL

Rookie ATL is a Black-owned business in Atlanta, Georgia. They boast that they make apparel for STEM, gamers, nerds, comic lovers, and other weirdos. They use their proceeds to help increase awareness of STEM education opportunities in minority neighborhoods. 

Promising review: "These sweatshirts are awesome. The material is thick and of high quality cotton, but not as stretchy as a typical sweatshirt. I am 5'3 and weigh 150lbs and the medium fits great. I originally purchased the small and while it fit I wanted a little looser feel allowing me to wear a T-shirt underneath and not feel restrained. I also wanted to allow for any shrinkage that may occur after they are washed. I emailed the seller and explained that I needed to exchange both sweatshirts for mediums. They immediately responded. The exchange was hassle-free and I received my new sweatshirts very quickly. I will definitely purchase from this shop again."—R.C.

Get it from Rookie ATL on Etsy for $29.70+ (available in unisex sizes S–5XL, youth sizes XS–XL, and six color combos).

12. A Sailor Scouts hair bonnet to protect their hair while they sleep.

House Of Nyota

House Of Nyota is a Black-owned shop in Hinesville, Georgia. It's run by LGBTQ veterans with a passion for all things nerdy and fashion.

Promising review: "Exactly like the picture, super soft satin. Overall great quality." —Krystal Moon

Get it from House Of Nyota on Etsy for $20 (available in three colors).

13. A Black Queen chess shirt that would make anyone feel like an absolute checkmate.

Arden's Apparel

Arden's Apparel is a family owned business in Cypress, Texas, that make shirts. 

Promising review: "The shirt is soft and the design is great! Very nice quality!"—misslgsw

Get it from Arden's Apparel on Etsy for $9.99+ (available in unisex sizes S–3XL, youth sizes S–L, Toddler sizes 2T–5T, two styles, and 17 color combos).

14. A jigsaw puzzle that when completed, shows off some iconic cartoon characters.

Melaninful

Melaninful is a Black-owned company based in New Castle, Delaware. It is dedicated to helping express Black pride and melanin pride. 

Get it from Melaninful for $39.99 (available in two sizes).

15. An element shirt that will celebrate being Black and nerdy.

Witty Wise Designs

Witty Wise Designs is a Black-owned small business based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The owner combines wit with wisdom. She designs a variety of items including T-shirts, journals, and wall art.

Promising review: "This is so meeeee! Quality and shipping was perfect along with the fit." —Toyea Perkins

Get it from Witty Wise Designs on Etsy for $18.74+ (available in sizes XS–3XL and 10 colors).

16. An IT Crowd wooden spoon for those who relate to Moss celebrating his weirdness.

Silly Jokes

Silly Jokes is an UK-based business that makes fun spoons with pop culture references on them. 

Promising review: "Perfect gift for an IT Crowd fan and enthusiastic chef!" —Tash

Get it from Silly Jokes on Etsy for $9.22

17. An electrifyingly awesome Static Shock Funko Pop.

Amazon

Promising review: "This funko is exactly as depicted in the picture. It came in perfect condition. This is a perfect find if you are giving it away as a gift or to put in your collection." —Christal Powell

Get it from Amazon for $12.50.

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Kathy Hoang