The Globe Shop Blog
Keep up to date with what we're doing at the Globe Shop, from seasonal ranges to show inspired collections, we want to tell you all about it!
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Back to School with Shakespeare's Globe
We know you have lots of choices when you’re picking stationery for work, for school, or just for fun, but we hope you will love our unique, exclusive, Shakespeare inspired stationery the most!
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Shakespeare Summer Reading List - Kids Edition
Shakespeare's summer reading guide for younger readers.
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Shakespeare in the Sun (fingers crossed!!): A Summer Reading Guide
Whether you're a seasoned Globe trotter or a complete newbie, this reading list has something for everyone, guaranteed to make your summer sizzle with the wit and wisdom of Shakespeare.
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Shakespeare's Cat
Did you know that our Shakespeare cat graphics are inspired by real cats?
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The Globe Shop Online Shop
We wanted to spend some time giving you more information about our online shop and what to expect when you place an order online with us.
![Barding the Rainbow: Unveiling Queerness and Camp in Shakespeare and Elizabethan England](http://shop.shakespearesglobe.com/cdn/shop/files/Shakespearean-pride-2024-mobile-banner1_e9f17977-e3ab-4410-a559-c04dbf922a00.jpg?v=1722517836&width=1445)
Barding the Rainbow: Unveiling Queerness and Camp in Shakespeare and Elizabethan England
June bursts with Pride celebrations, a vibrant tapestry of inclusivity.
![Proactive Retail Stock Management in the Arts and Heritage Sector](http://shop.shakespearesglobe.com/cdn/shop/files/stock-room1.jpg?v=1722503874&width=1445)
Proactive Retail Stock Management in the Arts and Heritage Sector
Much of our stock is stored in house in the bowels of the Globe Theatre.
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Heartsease seeds - growing your own love potion
"a little western flower, Before milk-white now purple with love's wound. And maidens call it love-in-idleness."
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Monsters, Magic, and Mischief: Shakespeare's Whimsical World for Kids
Dive into our collection of books and discover how Shakespeare's timeless tales can be surprisingly fun and exciting for young readers of all ages.
![Forbidden Love, Everlasting Echoes: Why Romeo & Juliet Still Resonates Today](http://shop.shakespearesglobe.com/cdn/shop/files/romeo-juliet-book-blog.webp?v=1722238854&width=1445)
Forbidden Love, Everlasting Echoes: Why Romeo & Juliet Still Resonates Today
"Forbidden love, timeless tragedy."
![Taking an Environmentally Conscience Approach to Retail](http://shop.shakespearesglobe.com/cdn/shop/files/fir-tree-mouse-1.jpg?v=1717147982&width=1445)
Taking an Environmentally Conscience Approach to Retail
Our mission to provide a ‘greener’ product offering all started because of feedback from our wider shop team.
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Textile Printing with Paul Bristow Associated Ltd.
Our textiles are printed in Wrexham, Wales by Paul Bristow Associates Ltd. a family run business with over 25 years’ experience as a textile printer and manufacturer.
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Much Ado About Nothing in Shakespeare's Globe Shop
Want to know how we came up with the designs behind one of Shakespeare's most popular and raucous comedies?
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Valentine’s Day at Shakespeare’s Globe Shop
No one says ‘I love you’ like the characters in Shakespeare’s plays.
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Exclusive Gifts from Shakespeare's Globe Shop
We work to bring new and innovate designs to you year after year, gifts that can't be purchased anywhere else!
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Christmas 2023 at Shakespeare's Globe Shop
Shakespeare’s Globe Shop has Christmas gifts to make your Christmas merry and bright.
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Halloween 2023 at Shakespeare's Globe Shop
The time when screech-owls cry and ban-dogs howl And spirits walk (Henry VI, Act 1, scene 4)
![Macbeth themed gifts on wood panel Globe stage, from left to right, paperback notebook. paperback manga, orange pen, black tote bag, hardback notebook, small black prop skull](http://shop.shakespearesglobe.com/cdn/shop/files/macbeth-mobile-banner.jpg?v=1722520487&width=1445)
Macbeth Gifts
If Macbeth is your favourite of Shakespeare’s plays then the Globe Shop has got gifts to really make you scream!
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Shakespeare Books
With a selection of books for all age ranges, if you’re looking for a book about Shakespeare you’ve come to the right place!
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Shakespeare's Globe Shop
The Globe Shop is located in London, England and sells a range of gifts and books inspired by William Shakespeare and his works.
Meet the Maker
Get to know our suppliers in our Meet the Maker series interviews.
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BisQuotes
Carol's background is in graphic design, so naturally, she has an affinity for typography, great writing, and memorable details.
![Meghan Cole](http://shop.shakespearesglobe.com/cdn/shop/files/meghan-cole.webp?v=1719399616&width=1445)
Meghan Cole
Meghan has been designing products for the Globe Shop for the last 18 years.
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The London Sock Exchange
We worked with The London Sock Exchange to develop a range of socks inspired by characters on the Globe Theatre stage.
![Belladonna](http://shop.shakespearesglobe.com/cdn/shop/files/belladonna.webp?v=1719399648&width=1445)
Belladonna
Belladonna is a sister double-act whose bold and bright (and very darkly Shakespearean) Perspex creations are a real conversation starter!
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Wotmalike
Jo Burrows is the designer behind Wotmalike's quirky wooden decorations (for life, not just for Christmas!)
![Allison Wiffen Ceramics](http://shop.shakespearesglobe.com/cdn/shop/files/allison-wiffen-ceramics.webp?v=1719399167&width=1445)
Allison Wiffen Ceramics
Allison Wiffen works out of her North Yorkshire studio making gorgeous jewellery from the finest white ceramic.
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Thread Drawn by Tobyboo
Tina Crawford is the artist behind Thread Drawn by Tobyboo and works from her art studio in west London.