10 Star Wars Gifts To Geek Out Over
With the reboot of the Star Wars franchise right around the corner, and the holiday shopping season in full swing, what better way to make the geek in your life feel special than with a gift of Han Solo carbonate fringe or Stormtrooper oven mitts.
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Christmas is coming early for science fiction fans and Star Wars fanatics, as the latest chapter in the space opera hits theaters Friday, Dec. 18, surrounded by an almost unimaginable level of anticipation.
With many fans still trying to forget the CGI, slapstick-fueled messes that were the last three Star Wars films, director JJ Abrahams is looking to get the series back on track with The Force Awakens, which hearkens back to the practical effects found in George Lucas's original trilogy.
However, what will remind Star Wars fans of the three prequel films is the inevitable crush of marketing, promotional tie-ins, and merchandise available for purchase.
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While much of it is clearly aimed at children and teenagers, there is plenty of demand for other types of Star Wars swag, pitched at those of us who are (probably) a bit too grown up for action figures, but who are also totally stoked by the idea of a Chewbacca bathrobe, lightsaber pizza cutters, and Stormtrooper oven mitts.
The following is a list of 10 items that could be perfect gifts -- or stocking stuffers -- for your friends and loved ones. Almost all of the items are very affordably priced and serve some practical purpose.
While we still have to wait and see if Star Wars fans are going to get the films we've been waiting so long for, rest assured that the items in this slideshow are guaranteed crowd pleasers.
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The Han Solo Fridge really is big -- it can hold up to 18 cans of soda or beer. It's also one of those fridges that cools or heats its contents, depending on what temperature you need. Although the Han Solo Fridge be mighty, it's still made to travel, with a handle on top for grabbing.
Price: $149.99
This Star Wars Battle Scene Heat Change Mug starts out as a black mug with starships printed on it at room temperature. When you put hot liquid in the mug, the pew pew pew action appears, and some explosions, too! This officially licensed mug is a ThinkGeek exclusive, but make sure you keep it out of the dishwasher and the microwave.
Price: $11.99
Disney's Star Wars Captain Phasma ornament may set you back $25 on Amazon, but it's a cool, low-tech Star Wars gift that will actually find some use. It's made of shatterproof PVC, has a gold string for hanging, and is approximately 3-inches tall. There's also a set of six characters from the new film available.
Price: $25
This Star Wars Chewbacca Koozie, which slides easily onto most 12-ounce cans, features padded material to keep cans cool. It's made with "Genuine" fake Wookie hair to boot -- might be just the thing you need if you're planning a long night at Mos Eisley Cantina.
Price: $5.20
The iHome Death Star Bluetooth Speaker is a lovely 4.5-inch-diameter Death Star on an acrylic stand, when you're not using it. When you are using it, it's a wireless speaker with one-touch connectivity to your Bluetooth device. Oh, and did we mention it also lights up? It can also play music from devices with a standard 3.5-mm audio out jack.
Price: $49.99
And you thought they smelled bad on the outside! Well your nose won't have any issues with this sleeping bag, which isn't filled with gross Tauntaun guts but will keep you warm, and comes complete with saddle, printed internal intestines, and a plush lightsaber zipper pull.
Price: $149.99
Available in two sizes, this printed rug depicts Han Solo's iconic ship. It's conveniently flatted and shrunk down to a size that lets you put it on your living room floor -- or hang it on the wall if you're so inclined. The rug is cut out in the general shape of the spacecraft. It starts at $49.99, with the larger version selling for $99.99.
Price: Starting at $49.99
The silicone oven mitt is perfect for your Star Wars fans who love to cook, and perfect for taking the Dark Side cookies out of the oven. Big enough to fit any officer's right hand, it's designed to withstand thermal exhaust. It sports ridges on the underside of the fingers for better grip, and comes with a hole for hanging once you're done.
Price: Starting at $14.99
Made out of durable resin, the Star Wars Lawn Ornament AT-AT Walker looks perfect on your lawn. It proclaims your love of Star Wars to all who pass. Also, imagine how awesome the AT-AT Walker will look as soon as it snows -- like straight out of the opening battle scene from The Empire Strikes Back.
Price: Starting at $39.99
This set of six character cookie cutters from the Star Wars universe would make a perfect complimentary gift to go with the Stormtrooper oven mitt. It includes Darth Vader, Boba Fett, Chewbacca, Yoda, C-3PO, and a Stormtrooper. With a low-rise gingerbread -- most recipes for houses are -- you'll get cute, clean designs that might not even call for icing.
Price: Starting at $14.99
This set of six character cookie cutters from the Star Wars universe would make a perfect complimentary gift to go with the Stormtrooper oven mitt. It includes Darth Vader, Boba Fett, Chewbacca, Yoda, C-3PO, and a Stormtrooper. With a low-rise gingerbread -- most recipes for houses are -- you'll get cute, clean designs that might not even call for icing.
Price: Starting at $14.99
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