Tyler Doupe’s Top 10 Gift Ideas for Horror Fans
There are numerous gift guides tailored to horror fans plastered across the Internet. But so many of them don’t seem to have been written by horror fans for horror fans. With that in mind, I tried to collect a number of unique and quality ideas that are highly rated and less likely to be redundant. Feast your eyes on my top ten gift suggestions for the horror fan in your life (or for yourself because you’re worth it).
Elvira Chia Pet
I will level with you. I am absolutely not a Chia Pet person. However, even I would find myself getting giddy if a friend or family member surprised me with a Chia Pet in the likeness of The Mistress of the Dark. It’s campy and silly, just like Elvira.
A Steven Rhodes T-Shirt
I am a massive fan of Steven Rhodes. His macabre sense of humor is only eclipsed by his artistic ability. I have a collection of his designs. And there are still plenty more I’d like to collect. There’s sure to be a design (or 12) perfect for the horror fan in your life (or yourself).
Lament Configuration Puzzle Box
There are many Hellraiser box replicas for sale online. Most of them are relatively inexpensive and fairly low quality. This particular version is a little pricier. But the Etsy seller makes them by hand and the puzzle even features different difficulty modes. What’s more, the feedback is overwhelmingly positive. So, you can’t go wrong with one of these.
It Balloon Lamp
Does this lamp float? Pick one up for a friend or yourself and find out. This officially licensed light fixture is sure to give your space a hefty helping of spooky ambiance.
On Set with John Carpenter Book
This book of photographic essays includes filmmaker commentary on the master of horror’s early work. This is precisely the kind of gift I’d love to receive. Seriously. I want it.
Mixtape Massacre Game
This board game is sure to hit all the nostalgic sweet spots with anyone that loves ‘80s culture and slasher cinema.
The Overlook Hotel Keychain
A close friend got me one of these for Christmas a few years ago and it’s been on my keyring ever since. Since it’s brightly colored and large, it makes my keys harder to lose. Highly recommend.
VHS Magnets
These magnets are perfect for your VHS enthusiast friend. They are sold separately, so you can handpick their favorite films!
Friday the 13th The Game Coasters
Anyone that grew up playing the impossibly difficult Friday the 13th The Game on NES is sure to get a kick out of these coasters. Keep in mind that they are sold individually, so if you want to make it a set, you’ll need to select the total number of coasters you’d like to buy.
Us Scissors Prop Replica
I got a set of these in a press mailer and they are one of my absolute favorite pieces of memorabilia. What’s more, Trick or Treat Studios used the original prop to create the mold for these. So, these are the real McCoy.
