Looking for a gift for someone who loves Shakespeare? There are a ton of amazing and funny Shakespeare items, and in this gift guide you’ll discover all the best Shakespeare gifts that any fan would love to receive!
1. Hamlet Glass
When you’re looking for cool Shakespeare gifts, this Hamlet glass is an excellent choice! This glass is 11 oz. and features artwork from the 1603 first quarto printing of Hamlet (including the text of the “To be, or not to be” speech), which definitely makes it a unique glass that any Shakespeare fan would enjoy.
Alternatively, if Romeo and Juliet is more your thing, then Well Told also sells a Romeo and Juliet glass you may be interested in. Both are pretty incredible!
2. Shakespeare Magnetic Bookmark
Another fun item of Shakespeare merchandise is this Shakespeare Magnetic Bookmark. After all, what book and Shakespeare fan wouldn’t want their very own William Shakespeare to use as a bookmark?
This bookmark measures approximately 2-2.4 inches, and is magnetic so you can clip it over the pages of your book and it will stay in place. And this little Shakespeare bookmark is sure to bring a smile to your face anytime you see it, and if you like you can also get this design as an enamel pin!
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3. Shakespurr Enamel Pin
Looking for a Shakespeare gift for someone who also loves cats and/or puns? If so, you definitely need to get this Shakespurr enamel pin!
This pin measures 1.25″ and features a cat wearing a ruff and gold earring and sitting near a quill pen. It’s the perfect gift for any Shakespeare fan to accessorize their jacket, backpack, etc. And there’s even a matching vinyl sticker you can get to add to your laptop, water bottle, and more!
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4. Witches Brew Candle
Shakespeare inspired gifts don’t get much better than this Witches Brew Candle, inspired by the witches of Shakespeare’s Macbeth.
This candle is 6 oz. (35 burn hours), which means your home can be filled with the spiced harvest scents of cranberry, apple, plum, fig, orange peel, saffron, black amber, and mulling spices. A delicious scent for any Shakespeare and candle-loving person!
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5. Hamlet Book Enamel Pin
Looking for gifts for Shakespeare fans who love Hamlet? If so, this Hamlet Book Enamel Pin is the perfect choice!
This 1″ pin is the perfect way to subtly show off your love for Shakespeare by wearing it on a jacket, putting it on a backpack or bag, or any other place you want to wear it and show it off!
6. Shakespearean Insults Poster
When you’re looking for funny Shakespeare gifts, this Shakespearean Insults Poster is the perfect thing!
This Shakespeare insults poster measures 18×24 and contains 100 of Shakespeare’s greatest zingers. They’re sorted by topic, and each insult is labelled with the play it comes from, so you can easily find the quotes on the poster and in the plays!
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7. First Folio Greeting Cards
Another excellent Shakespeare item is the collection of First Folio greeting cards you can buy. If you know a Shakespeare fan who loves writing and receiving letters, then this Shakespeare stationery would make a wonderful gift…but the cards are also lovely to use as artwork to hang on your walls instead of sending in the mail!
There are many different designs of these First Folio Cards you can buy, but they all utilize the original 1623 text with added woodcut illustrations. They’re designed by Louisa Hare and printed from blocks on a Heidelberg letterpress near Shakespeare’s hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon, so that makes these an even more special gift!
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8. William Shakespeare Cookie Cutter
What’s better than a Shakespeare cookie cutter? Absolutely nothing! It really doesn’t get much better than making sugar cookies in the shape of the Bard.
This cookie cutter is 4″ tall, and is perfect whether you leave it unfrosted or decide to color it in with frosting. The perfect snack to go with reading your favorite Shakespeare play!
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9. Mutt Ado About Nothing Enamel Pin
Looking for amusing William Shakespeare gifts of Shakespeare gifts for dog lovers? This hilarious and adorable Mutt Ado About Nothing Enamel Pin is the perfect choice!
This pin measures 1″ tall and is an excellent item to show off a love of Shakespeare and dogs by wearing on a jacket, backpack, bag, etc. This pin is one everyone will adore!
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10. Shakespeare Literary Can’t Even Shirt
When looking for presents for Shakespeare lovers, there are some fun pun options to choose from…like this Literary Can’t Even shirt!
The pun and image of Shakespeare combine to create a funny design, and you can choose from a variety of colors to make sure you give an excellent gift to the Shakespeare fan in your life!
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11. Exit Pursued by a Bear Art Print
Shakespeare themed gifts for the home are also something to consider, and this Exit Pursued by a Bear Art Print is a fun choice!
This print measures approximately 7×10 inches and the design is printed on a page from a vintage 1920’s Shakespeare book, so each art print is unique in what page from Shakespeare it is printed on. This quote and stage direction is about as iconic Shakespeare as it gets, so it’s perfect for anyone who loves The Winter’s Tale and the Bard!
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12. Much Ado About Nothings Sticky Notes
If you want to give a funny and useful gift, then these Much Ado About Nothings Sticky Notes are a fun gift to give!
These sticky notes with Shakespeare on them measure 3 1/4″ x 4 1/4″ and easily fit in a purse or pocket for keeping with you on the go! They’re a fun way to keep notes, write to-dos, and create other lists throughout the day!
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13. William Shakespeare Socks
Another option for Shakespeare gift ideas are these William Shakespeare Socks!
These 85% cotton socks feature a fun Shakespeare design that any Shakespeare fan is sure to love. They are perfect for keeping cozy while reading Shakespeare plays, or simply to wear to show off your love of Shakespeare in your everyday life!
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14. Double Double Toil and Trouble Enamel Pin
Looking for Macbeth gifts? This Double Double Toil and Trouble enamel pin is certainly the cutest gift you could choose!
This 1″ pin comes in either black or white and your choice of gold or silver plating, giving you plenty of options to choose the perfect enamel pin. And there’s also a needle minder option with a magnet if you prefer.
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15. Shakespearean Insult Bandages
Shakespearean Insult Bandages are another exciting gift for Shakespeare lovers that you won’t want to miss!
This set of 15 3″ x 1″ bandages are decorated with an image of Shakespeare and an insult from his plays. You also get a free prize inside! This would make a great Shakespeare stocking stuffer or small addition to a larger gift!
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16. Bards Dispense Profanity Party Game
Another idea of Shakespeare products that would make an excellent gift is this Bards Dispense Profanity Party Game!
This Shakespeare game for adults includes 100 questions and 375 answers taken word-for-word from the works of William Shakespeare. To be profane, or not to be? Your choice as you choose the card to answer a prompt with, just like in Cards Against Humanity!
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17. Bad Reviews of Shakespeare Bookmarks
Every Shakespeare fan knows there are some people out there who just don’t “get it.” What’s the big deal with Shakespeare anyway? And that’s why these Bad Reviews of Shakespeare bookmarks make the perfect gift for a Shakespeare fan!
Featuring reviews like “And then ANOTHER character with a long confusing name turned up” and “Boy oh boy was it long,” these hilarious bookmarks are sure to be a hit!
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18. Shakespeare Book Puzzle
This Shakespeare Book Puzzle is another excellent gift, especially for Shakespeare lovers who also enjoy puzzling!
This puzzle is 1000 pieces and the finished size is 27.5″ x 19.7″. It features 39 classic book and Shakespeare quotes from Othello, Romeo and Juliet, and more!
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19. Lit in Literature Mug
And finally, another excellent gift is this Lit in Literature mug. Everything from the Shakespeare image wearing sunglasses to the phrase contributes to making this mug one that Shakespeare fans everywhere will enjoy!
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20. William Shakespeare LEGO Minifigure
Know someone who loves Shakespeare and LEGOs? If so, this William Shakespeare LEGO Minifigure is a must-buy!
This LEGO minifigure looks like Shakespeare and comes with a quill and a flat block that reads “To build, or not to build…” It’s super cute and sure to be a hit with Shakespeare fans!
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21. William Shakespeare Sticker Pack
Another cute Shakespeare gift you could give is this William Shakespeare Sticker Pack!
This sticker pack comes with 61 different sticker designs all featuring Shakespeare and various Shakespeare motifs. They’re waterproof, and perfect for placing on your favorite water bottle, tablet, laptop, or other personal items you want to Shakespeare-ify!
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22. Shakespeare Magnetic Poetry Kit
Know someone who likes writing their own poems and loves Shakespeare too? This Shakespeare Magnetic Poetry Kit is exactly the gift you’re looking for!
This kit comes with over 200 Shakespeare-themed magnetic word tiles that can be arranged into poems, messages to roommates or family, and whatever else you can dream up! It’s so much fun to play with and create your own fun and amusing messages in the style of Shakespeare.
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23. Great Shakespearean Deaths Card Game
Looking for Shakespeare games to give as a gift? This Great Shakespearean Deaths Card Game could be a great choice!
This card game is similar to War, but with a Shakespearean death theme. The players have to outdo one another using everyone’s favorite Shakespearean deaths! It’s a simple premise but is sure to be a lot of fun to play.
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24. Shakespearean Insults Coffee Mug
Shakespeare fans often love all the incredible Shakespearean insults throughout his works, which makes this Shakespearean Insults Coffee Mug an excellent gift!
This mug is 14 oz. and is covered with 30 of the Bard’s funniest and most biting insults. It’s ceramic and has a comfortable handle on it, and any Shakespeare fan would love reading through all the insults added to the design!
Buy the Shakespearean Insults Coffee Mug now!
25. The World of Shakespeare Puzzle
The World of Shakespeare Puzzle is another great puzzle gift for Shakespeare lovers, so when you’re looking for a gift be sure to check this one out!
This 1000-piece puzzle features an image of Shakespeare’s London! It has fabulous detail, and you can even spot famous characters, other writers and historical figures, and more as you build it! It’s sure to be a fun and intriguing puzzling experience for Shakespeare fans!
Buy The World of Shakespeare Puzzle now!
26. Shakespeare Insult Playing Cards
Shakespeare Insult Playing Cards are another Shakespearean insult gift idea!
These playing cards feature Shakespearean insults on them, and you can use them to play regular card games while memorizing Shakespearean insults!
Buy the Shakespeare Insult Playing Cards now!
27. Making Drama Like Shakespeare T-Shirt
Looking for fun wearable Shakespeare gift ideas? Get this Making Drama Like Shakespeare T-Shirt!
This t-shirt is perfect for any Shakespeare fan who loves making or being a part of drama. It comes in a variety of colors and sizes, so you can choose the perfect option for any gift recipient!
Buy the Making Drama Like Shakespeare T-Shirt now!
28. Shakespeare Insults Pull Apart Magnets
If you’re looking for another small Shakespeare gift idea or stocking stuffer, these Shakespeare Insults Pull Apart Magnets are a great choice!
These magnets come in a sheet with 33 detachable magnets, each featuring a hilarious Shakespearean insult. You can gift the whole set to one person, or pull them apart to give to several of your favorite Shakespeare-loving friends!
Buy the Shakespeare Insults Pull Apart Magnets now!
29. William Shakespeare Collection: 6-Book Deluxe Hardcover Set
Looking for a gift for someone who loves reading Shakespeare? This William Shakespeare Collection: 6-Book Deluxe Hardcover Set is a gorgeous set of books any Shakespeare fan would love to have on their shelf!
This 6-book set features 2 volumes of each category of Shakespeare dramas: comedies, tragedies, and histories. Inside are 15 favorite Shakespeare works from Much Ado About nothing, to Romeo & Juliet, to Henry V and more. Plus, they’re beautiful hardcover editions that will look amazing on bookshelves, so all in all this is a delightful Shakespeare gift!
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30. Will’s Words: How William Shakespeare Changed the Way You Talk Book
Know someone who is interested in the legacy Shakespeare has left for us all? If so, then Will’s Words: How William Shakespeare Changed the Way You Talk Book is the perfect gift.
This book investigates Shakespeare and all the phrases and words he created and we still use today, such as “what’s done is done”, “too much of a good thing”, and so much more. This book is the perfect way to learn more about Shakespeare and the words and phrases he created that we know and love!
Buy the Will’s Words: How William Shakespeare Changed the Way You Talk Book now!
31. Romeow and Juliet Enamel Pin
For cat-loving Shakespeare fans, you won’t want to miss out on giving them this adorable Romeow and Juliet Enamel Pin!
This pin features two Shakespearean cats, and is perfect for fans of puns and Shakespeare. Wear it on a backpack, tote, hat, or simply keep it on display…no matter how it’s used, it’s sure to be a hit!
Buy the Romeow and Juliet Enamel Pin now!
32. Shakespeare Will Power T-Shirt
Another fantastic wearable Shakespeare gift is this Shakespeare Will Power T-Shirt!
This shirt comes in a variety of colors and features a portrait of the bard along with the phrase “Will Power.” For those who love Shakespeare, this is a good way to wear their love of the bard on their sleeve!
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33. Lady Macbeth’s Guest Soap
If you’re looking for funny Shakespeare gifts, this Lady Macbeth’s Guest Soap should definitely be on your list!
This soap says “Out, damned spot!” which is exactly what it will do when you wear it. With a fresh milk and cocoa butter scent, this soap is 2 oz. and is perfect for washing your hands and making your bathroom hand washing more Shakespearean!
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34. Shakespeare Insult Generator
This Shakespeare Insult Generator is another hilarious Shakespeare gift that you’ll love to give as much as the recipient will love to receive!
This book offers up more than 150,000 mix-and-match insults taken from the bard’s own words. Flip through the book to combine Shakespeare’s most pointed barbs in your own creative and hilarious way! It also features an informative introduction on Shakespeare and on his terms and phrases included in the book, so you’ll find it to be an insightful and funny gift all in one.
Buy the Shakespeare Insult Generator now!
35. Botanical Shakespeare: An Illustrated Compendium of All the Flowers, Fruits, Herbs, Trees, Seeds, and Grasses Cited by the World’s Greatest Playwright Book
For Shakespeare fans with more niche interests, this Botanical Shakespeare: An Illustrated Compendium of All the Flowers, Fruits, Herbs, Trees, Seeds, and Grasses Cited by the World’s Greatest Playwright Book may be of interest.
This captivating and beautifully-illustrated book is a compendium of the flowers, fruits, herbs, trees, etc. that are cited in the works of William Shakespeare. It’s a fascinating gift for anyone who loves plants and Shakespeare!
36. William Shakespeare Leather Quote Bookmark
This William Shakespeare Leather Quote Bookmark also makes an excellent gift, especially for book lovers.
With a Shakespeare quote from the ending of Sonnet 116 laser-etched into the real tanned leather, this quality bookmark is a delightful addition to any book lover’s bookmark collection. It’s made locally in the USA, and is sure to be a great gift for readers!
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37. Shakespeare Stamp Set
Another fun Shakespeare gift is this Shakespeare Stamp Set, especially for stationery lovers!
This stamp set features 5 beautifully crafted stamps of motifs from Shakespeare’s works. Each stamp measures 15mm x 36mm and leaves precise and detailed impressions every time you use it. This is the perfect gift to add a touch of Shakespeare and literary magic to any paper creation!
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38. Shakespeare Tie
This Shakespeare Tie is another exciting wearable Shakespeare gift, especially for professors or others who often have the chance to wear ties in their everyday life!
The tie measures 3″ at the blade and is 58″ long, and is dry clean only. The Shakespeare pattern is so fun, but is also subtle enough that you could wear this tie for pretty much any occasion!
39. Shakespeare Book Pillow
Another great gift idea for Shakespeare lovers is this Shakespeare Book Pillow!
This pillow measures 8.5″ x 11″ x 4″, and is so soft and squishy! The cover also opens up like the cover of a real book, and inside you’ll find a quote from Hamlet which reads “This above all: to thine own self be true, And it must follow, as the night the day, Thou canst not then be false to any man.” This is the perfect addition to any cozy reading nook!
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40. To Enter or Not To Enter Doormat
Looking for Shakespeare-inspired items? If so, this To Enter or Not To Enter Doormat might be what you’re looking for!
This doormat features a modified version of Shakespeare’s classic “To be, or not to be” quote, and is perfect if you’re looking for a home decor item to gift a Shakespeare fan!
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41. Hamlet Sweatshirt
Last but not least, this beautiful Hamlet Sweatshirt would be a great gift for fans of the Bard!
This sweatshirt is made of 50% preshrunk cotton and 50% polyester and comes in all the sizes you could possibly need as well as a variety of lovely colors. Hamlet and Shakespeare fans are sure to be obsessed!
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