Sometimes we need a little inspiration for writing those gift lists, or even for presenting others with ideas for ourselves! For Reading Addicts is here to help.
Despite being written over 200 years ago, the Jane Austen classics are still as popular as ever today. Her social commentary, wit, and love stories seem to still capture people’s imaginations.
Jane Austen fans will take great pleasure in perusing this list of goodies. It has something for everyone…
Pride and Prejudice Scarf
This lightweight, soft, and silky scarf is perfect for wearing to a classy lunchtime gathering.
“A must have for every Pride and Prejudice fan
It’s a great way to casually & easily accessorize an outfit.
This scarf could be worn around the neck in one long circle or wrapped twice.”
Tea and scones, anyone?
‘Marrying Mr Darcy’ Card Game
“It is a truth universally acknowledged, that lovers of Pride and Prejudice want to marry Mr. Darcy. Marrying Mr. Darcy is a strategy card game where players are one of the female characters from Jane Austen’s novel Pride and Prejudice. Players work to improve themselves and attract the attention of the available Suitors. The ladies do this by attending Events and improving their Characters, but advantage can be gained by the use of Cunning. All of their efforts are in hopes of marrying well and becoming the most satisfied character at the end of the game!”
Jane Austen Coasters
These sets of coasters would complement any book club gathering or Austen fan’s living room. Set them down on your table to avoid unappealing rings on your table, and get ready for some admiring comments from your guests.
Designs vary according to US or UK.
Jane Austen Action Figure
I suppose this is one of those things where you never knew you needed it…
“This 5-inch tall Jane Austen action figure is made of hard vinyl and comes with a mini ‘Pride & Prejudice’ and a writing desk with a removable quill pen.”
Bookish Quotes Cushion Covers
You must allow me to tell you how much I ardently admire and love these bookish quotes cushion covers…
“Our cushion covers are cotton/linen mix, high quality and very comfortable. We sell only the covers to keep postage costs down. You can insert any cushion core. Cushion covers are 45x45cm (18x18in), single side printed, quality printed and are machine washable.“
Jane Austen Charm Bracelet
These charm bracelets are beautifully handmade by Book Beads (US) or Nabu Online (UK). Each charm is specifically chosen to represent a moment or object related to Austen or her characters.
Designs vary- check with your region.
Paddywax Library Collection: Jane Austen
For those of us who would give our right arm to be able to smell like Jane Austen’s library…
“The Paddywax Library Collection pairs exquisite fragrance with a quote from a literary great for real comfort – Jane Austen. 6.5-Ounce hand-poured soy wax candle tastefully packaged in a gift box adorned with author photo, bio and copper foil stamped labels. Fragrance is a blend of gardenia, tuberose, and jasmine. Burn time is 60 hours.”
Pride and Prejudice Secret Storage Book
“In a house full of bookshelves books make a perfect diversion to secure your valuables if you own one of our secret safe boxes. These sturdy boxes look just like a book and slot into your bookshelf but they are safe, lockable and secure for your valuables. The perfect secret household safe for your cash, jewellery and valuables. Sturdy metal construction, tough, robust design, various designs available.”
Austen Playing Cards
“These beautiful cards feature quotes from Jane Austen, English novelist whose works, though satirical, realistically depicted the gender inequalities in inheritance laws that made women dependent on marriage for their economic security. The illustrators featured in this deck are Hugh Thomson & Chris Hammond The card suits correspond to these novels: Hearts ~ Pride & Prejudice, Diamonds ~ Sense & Sensibility, Clubs ~ Emma, Spades ~ Persuasion … 52 card deck and two unique jokers. Perfect for playing the classic English game, Whist.”
Jane Austen Soap- Suds and Sensibility
“Jane Austen spent 5 years in Bath – now you too can bath (or shower) with Jane A most genteel bath soap, agreeably scented with lavender for literary lather Made from pure natural ingredients and not tested on animals Contains, Shea butter, cocoa butter, olive oil, grapeseed oil, lavender and glycerine Soap bar weighs 56g / 2oz”
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