{"id":4911,"date":"2016-02-07T13:46:38","date_gmt":"2016-02-07T19:46:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/5bd4f92546.nxcli.net\/?p=4911"},"modified":"2025-04-18T12:55:33","modified_gmt":"2025-04-18T17:55:33","slug":"13-geeky-valentines-gifts-perfect-for-the-nerd-in-your-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bluecotton.com\/blog\/offbeat\/13-geeky-valentines-gifts-perfect-for-the-nerd-in-your-life\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Geeky Valentine’s Gifts Perfect For The Nerd In Your Life"},"content":{"rendered":"

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We\u2019re already a month into 2016. For many, you\u2019re still getting back into normal routines after the Holidays or hopefully still keeping your New Year\u2019s Resolutions going. It would be easy to forget about that pesky little holiday just around the corner. Yep, we\u2019re talking about Valentine\u2019s Day.<\/span><\/p>\n

One trend we\u2019ve seen over the years is the rise of more niche gifts on the market, with geeky and nerd-themed Valentine\u2019s gifts being one of the most popular. While the more traditional Valentine\u2019s gifts of flowers and chocolates still reigning king, here at Blue Cotton, we know that some of your loved ones prefer their affectionate declarations be made with unicorns, meme cats, pixelated 8-bit jewelry, heart-shaped Darth Vader helmets, and computer icon cupcakes.<\/span><\/p>\n

If your loved one falls into the latter category, then you\u2019re in the right place! We\u2019ve rounded up 13 of the best gifts on the market for your favorite nerd. Enjoy!<\/span><\/p>\n

Me & You Keyboard<\/span><\/h2>\n

We begin our list with a gift that tells your loved one that you\u2019re not messing around this year. The <\/span>Or\u00e9e Romance Edition Board 2 keyboard<\/span><\/a> ($225+) comes with your choice of initials engraved and hand-lacquered in red. You also have the option of having a poem engraved on the back of the keyboard. (Keyboard customizations take three weeks, but the company will ship a leather card to announce the gift.)<\/span><\/p>\n

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Retro radio<\/span><\/h2>\n

Does that special someone in your life have a soft spot for the nostalgic? Well the <\/span>Radio Dock<\/span><\/a> from Jonas Damon ($40) is perfect for them. It\u2019s made from a combination of beech wood and bass, and is compatible with iPhone speakers and electronics. You can always download Areaware\u2019s public radio app, which finds up to seven public radio stations within a 50-mile radius.<\/span><\/p>\n

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DIY Steampunk<\/span><\/h2>\n

Steampunk has continued to grow in popularity over the years, and the <\/span>Kinetic Nautilus Gear Kit<\/span><\/a> ($25) makes it easy for anyone to create their own work of art. This package requires little effort, making it perfect for you or your Valentine to create something that\u2019s one of a kind. The DIY kit comes with the wood and hardware to build a nautilus; you supply the glue and paint.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Final Frontier<\/span><\/h2>\n

Sometimes, we find that it\u2019s best to keep things simple. For the loved one in your life that has to travel (or stay home when you travel), the <\/span>Spaceman USB Light<\/span><\/a> ($20) can remind your Valentine that you\u2019re out there somewhere. The light plugs into a USB port, and the spaceman\u2019s visor flips up to turn on the LED light.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A Chunk Of Metal?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Gallium is a metal with a melting point of 85.57 degrees Fahrenheit, which means that at room temperature it is a solid, silvery chunk. But hold it in your hand and it melts, similar to how the Terminator melted in the movie. This gift doesn\u2019t fit the traditional mold (see what we did there?) of hearts and love, but it\u2019s definitely the most unique. The other great thing about gallium is that it’s cheap. You can get <\/span>20 grams for less than $16 on Amazon<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A Tech-Themed T-Shirt<\/span><\/h2>\n

Technology or \u201cgeek\u201d themed t-shirts have always had a special place in our hearts. Like band shirts that you got at that small show you went to way back when, a <\/span>great tech t-shirt<\/span><\/a> can say something that only the select few who know the same language will understand. For you and your Valentine, it\u2019s just another secret to remind you two that you\u2019re perfect together.<\/span><\/p>\n

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8-Bit Necktie<\/span><\/h2>\n

A tie usually falls into the boring category of what you give your dad when you can\u2019t think of anything. But an 8-bit tie that looks like it\u2019s straight out of an old-school Nintendo game? That\u2019s something that we know the special geek in your life will love. And for <\/span>$20 at ThinkGeek.com<\/span><\/a>, you could get them both colors!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Say What?<\/span><\/h2>\n

This <\/span>Binary Code Poster<\/span><\/a> says \u201cI Love You\u201d in the most nerdy way possible, and a lot of people who walk by it won\u2019t know what it means, making it all the more special. It\u2019s available in 8×10, 11×14 or 16×20.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ring, Ring, Hello?<\/span><\/h2>\n

In the texting-obsessed age that we live, sometimes it\u2019s nice to think about the days when you could simply pick up the phone on Valentine’s Day to tell someone you love them. Well this <\/span>Pyle PRT35I Antique Phone<\/span><\/a> ($79) combines the best of both worlds, and makes a great conversation piece for anyone\u2019s desk.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Bake Your Heart Out<\/span><\/h2>\n

Now this is definitely one of our favorite gifts. While not tech-geeky like a lot of the other items on this list, these <\/span>custom cookie cutters<\/span><\/a> ($73) made using a photo of you and your Valentine are pretty great. And the fact that the company that makes them uses 3D printing to make it happen, makes it nerdy enough for us.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Imperfect Love<\/span><\/h2>\n

Who doesn\u2019t love coding humor? If your loved one enjoys or works with computers, <\/span>these aluminum bracelets<\/span><\/a> are perfect for them. The set ($30) includes three bangles, hand-stamped with “still in beta,” “glitchy,” and “404 not found.”<\/span><\/p>\n

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Hard Drive Clock<\/span><\/h2>\n

OK, this one is just flat out cool regardless of whether or not your Valentine is geeky. There is an entire store of these <\/span>awesome clocks<\/span><\/a> made out of old computer parts, all ranging from $40 to $50. A pretty good deal considering that they’re all handmade.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Short And Sweet<\/span><\/h2>\n

Share a sweet sentiment with a customized <\/span>Morse code necklace<\/span><\/a>. The square pendant ($50) will fit up to 12 characters and is a wonderful way to share a secret between you two.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Whichever way you go this Valentine\u2019s Day, we hope you have a wonderful day, and an even better year.<\/span><\/p>\n

If none of these are quite right for your Valentine, <\/span><\/i>go ahead and create a one-of-a-kind shirt using our <\/span><\/i>Design Studio<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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