The Grumpy Tortiose

Cozy fandom gifts with a sarcastic streak.

The Grumpy Tortoise creates handmade fandom-inspired gifts for people who love cosy evenings, nostalgic TV shows, books, gaming and a healthy dose of sarcasm.

Every design starts as original artwork before being made into practical, high-quality products including tote bags, stickers, bookmarks, stationery and accessories.

My aim is to create the sort of merchandise that feels like finding your people—a little bit nerdy, a little bit grumpy, and made to make fellow fans smile.

Product Showcase

Event Experience

I have only been trading at Comic Cons since September 2025 but I have been trading at Stationery and Craft events for the past 5 years.

2026 Booked Events

♥️ 17th to 19th July - Bristol Harbour Festival, Bristol

♥️ 7th/9th August - MCM, NEC Birmingham

♥️ 12th / 13th September - Comic Con Connections, Newbury

♥️ 27th September - Abbey-Con, Abingdon

♥️ 2nd / 4th October - FanFusionUK, Heathrow

♥️ 11th October - Creed Bristol, Ashton Gate Stadium

♥️31st Oct / 1st Nov - The Creative Planner Co (previously SWPC)

♥️ 21st / 22nd November - RetroCon, NEC Birmingham

♥️ 5th / 6th December - MegaCon, NEC Birmingham

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2026 Attended Events

✅ 7th / 8th February - For the Love of Vampire Diaries, Manchester

✅ 8th March - Comic Con, Bristol

✅ 28th / 29th March - MegaCon, NEC Birmingham

✅ 2nd / 3rd May - RetroCon, NEC Birmingham

✅ 22nd / 24th May - MCM, Excel - London

✅ 30th May - Create & Co, Weston-Super-Mare

✅13th / 14th June - EmCon, Nottingham

  • Sales

    7000+ orders on Etsy

    3000+ Orders on Website

  • Socials

    7000+ on Instagram

    Starting YouTube journey July 2026

  • Customers

    Repeat customers

    Customers regularly find me via socials at events

    Stocking fandoms not found on other stalls

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  • Contact us via email

    linda@grumpytortoise.co.uk