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LEGO Store taking payment in SOCKS today only
Posted by Megs

Today, for a limited time only, the LEGO Store Leicester Square will take payment in socks for the first ever time, to celebrate a very special house-elf’s birthday. You guessed right, it’s Dobby the House Elf’s birthday. Customers can pick up a free LEGO Harry Potter Dobby™ the House-Elf, while stocks last, from 10am this morning.

Fans of Harry Potter know better than anyone that the most valuable thing to Dobby the House-Elf is … socks! So to mark Dobby’s birthday, and in celebration of the LEGO Harry Potter Dobby™ the House-Elf product, available to buy now, the LEGO Store is launching a very special offer, like no other!  

The first 100* customers to arrive at the LEGO Store Leicester Square, from 10am on Wednesday 28th June, 2023, and flash a (clean please!) sock at the front of the queue, will be able to redeem a free LEGO Harry Potter Dobby the House-Elf product from in-store.  

The LEGO Harry Potter Dobby the House-Elf product is the first ever LEGO brick model of Dobby. The instantly recognisable brick-built figure comes with iconic accessories including Tom Riddle’s diary that Harry used to set Dobby free, and Aunt Petunia’s ‘floating’ pudding cake to inspire memories of the classic scenes.  

The product is available in LEGO Stores and online at LEGO.com for £24.99/$34.99.

*This offer is valid at the flagship store in Leicester Square from Wednesday 28 June, for one day only, whilst stocks last.

Filed Under: LEGO Harry Potter, Products
Merchoid Reveals Harry Potter Christmas Sweaters for 2022
Posted by Megs

Geek merchandise brand Merchoid has revealed their officially licensed Harry Potter Christmas sweaters for 2022! There are some returning favorites as well as brand new Hogwarts House designs! We’ve reviewed their sweaters in the past (2019, 2020) and have always enjoyed these ugly holiday sweaters.

Mrs Weasley has been hard at work this year, conjuring up new designs paying tribute to each Hogwarts House for our new range of Harry Potter Christmas Sweaters for 2022!

Distributing her designs to the Merchoid elves, each house has been exquisitely represented to all its glory in the finest of vegan-friendly acrylic threads. Gryffindors, Slytherins, Ravenclaws and Hufflepuffs can rejoice this festive season and relax in the latest (and dare we say most stylish) designs that wouldn’t look out of place in the Three Broomsticks or whilst shopping in Hogsmeade.

Regardless of if you’re still waiting for your acceptance letter or not, we’re bringing a bit of Hogwarts magic into your home, or your festive gatherings, for the holiday season.

There are currently nine designs available so be sure to check out the Merchoid website before they sell out! Here’s a look at some of the older designs from past years:

2019 Ugly Christmas Sweaters – Harry Potter
2020 Harry Potter Ugly Christmas Sweater

NOTE: If you are outside the UK shipping will be a bit slower, Merchoid estimates 10-15 days so be sure to order soon if you want to wear them this year!

Filed Under: Products
LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Icons Collectors’ Edition Releasing this September
Posted by Megs

It has been 20 years since the first Harry Potter LEGO was launched and to celebrate LEGO has announced the Harry Potter Hogwarts Icons Collectors Edition set. The set retails for $249.99 and will be available for purchase at the LEGO store on September 2nd.

The detailed new set follows the adventures of Harry Potter and his friends, capturing some of the most iconic characters and moments in one, single stunning model. The set also includes several famous artifacts found in the Wizarding World over the last two decades.

Sitting proudly at the centre of the set is Harry’s loyal owl, Hedwig™, clutching the infamous Hogwarts letter. Fans will also find Harry’s wand and glasses, a chocolate frog, a potions tray including five potion bottles and ingredients, as well as Tom Riddle’s diary, the Golden Snitch and a school scarf which is customisable to match any Hogwarts House.

The combination lends itself to a striking display of 3010 pieces, measuring over 44cm high, 50cm wide and 33cm deep, and is completed with a bespoke stand and celebratory tile to mark the 20th anniversary of LEGO Harry Potter.

In addition, the set also comes with a trio of exclusive anniversary golden LEGO minifigures, including Albus Dumbledore™, Minerva McGonagall™ and Rubeus Hagrid™, as seen together in the first scene of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.

Some quick facts on the set:

  • Iconic objects/artifacts from Harry Potter universe including, Hedwig the Owl, the golden snitch, a wand, Harry Potter glasses, potion books, a chocolate frog and a wizard card
  • Five potion bottles, containing well known potions, like Polyjuice, Gillyweed, Felix Felicis, Powdered Root of Asphodel and Wormwood Infusion
  • A small tray on top of the books that can store the potion bottles, hiding the technic support for the owl
  • A customizable acceptance letter from Hogwarts
  • 3 exclusive gold minifigures (Albus Dumbledore, Professor McGonagle, and Hagrid)
  • A display stand to place the golden minifigures, including an exclusive decorated tile celebrating the 20 Years of LEGO® Harry Potter

Filed Under: LEGO Harry Potter, Products
Loot Crate Announces May Wizarding World Crate “Nobody’s Prefect”
Posted by Megs

Loot Crate has announced its May Wizarding World subscription box, titled “Nobody’s Prefect,” themed after the Hogwarts house founders. Order by May 3rd to receive your box!

“To assist students in their new role, May’s Nobody’s Prefect crate features an exclusive Mischief Managed Tee, a Sorting Hat House Heat-changing Mug, a Pygmy Puff Clutch, a pair of Zonko’s Shoelaces, and more.”

This bi-monthly subscription will include unique and officially licensed collectibles, apparel, figures, memorabilia & more. 

Wizarding World Loot Crate pricing starts at $39.99 plus shipping and handling. 

Orders for the Nobody’s Prefect crate must be placed by May 3 at 9:00 pm PST. Supplies are limited so order now to avoid disappointment. 

Filed Under: Products
Unbox the January Wizarding World Crate from Loot Crate
Posted by Megs

Time is running out to subscribe and order your January Wizarding World Crate from Loot Crate! The theme for January is Department of Magical Transportation! Every other month, you can unbox an enchanting assortment of 4-6 officially licensed Harry Potter & Fantastic Beasts collectibles, apparel and more!

Inspired by the transportation branch of the Ministry of Magic, January’s crate features an exclusive Hagrid Motorcycle Umbrella, an exclusive Nimbus House Scarf, an exclusive Knight Bus Lunch Tin, an exclusive “Muggleworthy” Luggage Tag and more.

Wizarding World Loot Crate pricing starts at $39.99 plus shipping and handling.  Orders for the Wizarding World Department of Magical Transportation crate must be placed by January 3 at 9:00 pm PST.

This would also make a great holiday gift if you need a last-minute idea! Plus it extends the gifting experience as the box will ship in January! Speaking of holidays, use code GEEKMAS25 for 25% off your crate!

Filed Under: Products
Merchoid Announces 2020 Film & TV Christmas Sweaters including Harry Potter
Posted by Megs

Dreaming of a white Christmas at Hogwarts or looking for the perfect sweater to match your dinosaur Christmas tree? Merchoid has got you covered with their 2020 range of Christmas sweaters inspired (and officially licensed!) by the big and small screen!

Merchoid have sent over one of their new Hogwarts house themed sweaters to keep us cozy this holiday season! They have slightly updated their house designs and have two options per house. All the names are super punny and cute! We chose the “Ten Gifts To Gryffindor Knitted Christmas Sweater” and just love all the little details! The top features cute owls holding letters blanketed by snow. Gryffindor Lions and the Sorting Hat finish off the design at the bottom.

As was the case last year, the sweater is so soft compared with other “ugly Christmas sweaters.” Many other companies sacrifice comfort for intricate design and that is not the case here. Megan is wearing a size small and generally wears a small or medium, so err on the side of sizing down if you’re between sizes.

If house pride isn’t your thing, pick up a Weasley letter sweater or the “I’d Rather Stay at Hogwarts Christmas Sweater” we featured last year! There are also plenty of geeky options for non-Potter fans. Choose from Marvel or Disney, DC or gaming!

NOTE: If you are outside the UK shipping will be a bit slow, they estimate 10-15 days so be sure to order quickly if you want to wear them this year!

The Merchoid elves have been hard at work to ensure that you’ll look your festive best this holiday season, by bringing the franchises you love to life via the realm of cosy knitwear! Let us be there for you with our Friends inspired designs, or maybe you prefer saving the world alongside your fellow superheroes? We’ve got a sweater for that too! So whether you’re looking for Disney dreams in a galaxy far, far away, or designs to remind everyone who the King or Queen of the North is on Earth C-137, we’ve got the right sweater for you for the upcoming festivities.

2019 Harry Potter Christmas Sweaters
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