Ok, I have a confession to make. I am a big nerd. One of my goals that I’m proud to achieve after moving out on my own is staying up for a whole weekend to play Super Mario Brothers 3 with my best friend - something I’ve always wanted to do as a kid that would’ve been extremely frowned upon by my parents.

After a two night and two day marathon spurred on by coffee and adrenaline from the sheer need to get to the next level, you start to see this strange smoky haze. And when you finally collapse in bed by 3 o’clock on Sunday afternoon, so you can be at your real world job first thing Monday morning with no one the wiser to your delinquent weekend activities, you’re still bouncing up and down on clouds, and pipes, and menacing flower pots as you drift off to sleep. Ahhhh, sheer bliss!

So it is with great excitement that I’m featuring this collection of hot, rockin’ handcrafted items from a handful of super talented, super crafty artisans from Etsy. All the goods featured are very affordable from as little as $1.50 for the Game Over pin back button, to as much as $20 for the Vinyl Nintendo Clutch. With the holidays around the corner, this would be a great way to shop for the gamer nerd on your list. Click each photo to take you directly to the item featured.

THE MUSHROOM BRIGADE…Accessorize with this cute Super Mushroom Pin and power up anytime, anywhere. Made from mini hama beads, you can mix and match this with the Spugmeistress‘ other adorable Nintendo inspired goodies.

These colorful Super Mario Bros Mushroom Keychains by Pixelated Creations are a great way to get organized. For a mere $3 a pop, you can afford to color code your keys for work and home, or have a different color for each family member! They make great stocking stuffers too.

And whoa! Don’t miss Pixelated Creation’s other super cute Nintendo inspired goodies. They’ll have you droolin’!

Write all your game cheats, codes and hints in this felt covered 1 Up Mushroom Notebook by Painted Fire. It’s pocket-sized so you can exude your nerdyness wherever you go. The felt cover is removable so when this notebook fills up, you just replace it with a fresh one. And it’s so easy and convenient to replenish because those little composition notebooks used here are available at any drugstore!

This sweet 3D Coin Block Bank is an original design by Lost Mitten. This particular one is a custom order reserved for someone else, but you can get your own just by sending her a message. It features a question mark on one side and a brick block pattern on the other 3 sides. Eh, fuhgetaboutthebank, this makes it a snap to save up for your next video game!

These one inch pin back Dork Nerd Geek Buttons by The Pink Samurai are perfect for your favorite dork or gamer.

This Game Over Button may be every gamer’s nightmare, but The Pink Samurai turned it into a cool button! Easier to look at without pain in your eyes!

CONTROL CENTER…This Nintendo NES Controller Business Card Holder is stylish retro art for your desk. Another terrific original design from Lost Mitten, who is fast becoming one of my favorite sellers on Etsy.com. It’s not only cool looking but functional as well. It’ll hold your biz cards, receipts and other important scraps of paper you have lying around.

Another fabulous item inspired by the Nintendo NES controller is this super cute felt zippered coin purse by Etsy.com shop, Lindsey Porter. All the design elements are securely sewn on rather than just glued. Measuring only 2 1/4″ x 4 1/4″, it may be diminutive in size but big in nerd style!

If the coin purse above is too small for your needs, check out this fab Nintendo NES Vinyl Clutch by Etsy.com shop, In Hope. No cows were harmed in the making of this bag! Fashioned out of vegan-friendly vinyl, this wristlet style pouch measures approximately 7″ wide x 6″ high. It’ll fit your keys, cell phone, iPod and other basic essentials quite comfortably. In an effort to downsize, I carry a wristlet for everyday use and just love it! This one is perfect if you’re in the mood to be a little fun n’ funky while channeling your inner nerd.

WAKKA-WAKKA-WAKKA-WAKKA…Inspired by Nintendo’s all time classic game, this Pacman inspired cozy by Etsy.com store, Eternal Sunshine is so so adorable. I heart it! A perfect soft cozy for your iPod, cell phone or camera, it’s made out of crocheted black and yellow textured yarn that gives it that thick, curly look and provides extra cushion for your precious electronic gadget. It’s all in the details with tiny beads sewn in for the eyes and dots. You even get to choose whether you want a velcro, button or snap closure! Now, how sweet is that?

Did I mention I adore Lost Mitten’s shop? Another must have for any Nintendo nerd, this set of 4 Pacman Coasters takes the “key”!

If you’re in the mood for a some fun bling, check out this bracelet called The Chase, by Etsy.com store Pixel Party. Yeow! Pacman’s in trouble here! Pacman and the ghosts are printed on white shrink plastic, sealed with a glossy clear sealer and are attached and finished with silver-plated jump rings, chain and lobster clasp. Sah-weeet!

And my final featured item is another super cute business card holder from favorite Etsy.com shop, Lost Mitten. This Pacman Perler Bead Business card has a different scene on each side as shown above. Git ‘em! Cool and functional, this makes a great gift for your favorite Pacman freak or nerdy gamer!

I hope you had fun viewing all the Nintendo Nerd madness I found at Etsy.com. I know I did and I’m making my wish list all ready for Santa!