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Man Builds ‘Harry Potter’ Monopoly Game from Scratch for His Girlfriend

Man Builds ‘Harry Potter’ Monopoly Game from Scratch for His Girlfriend. Chloé Niland received a magical gift from her boyfriend Alex Thompson who built a special Harry Potter Monopoly board game just for her! Aaaawww, #RelationshipGoals much?!?

The couple resides in the UK and, for those who do not know, there currently is not a readily available licensed Harry Potter Monopoly game available in the UK, or pretty much anywhere else for that matter. So Alex got the idea to make his own Harry Potter version of the famed game and it turned out incredible!

Photo Credit: Chloé Niland/Alex Thompson

Chloé shared how the idea was born during the quarantine for COVID-19 while playing the standard version of the game with Alex.

“I read each of the books when they first came out and since the films came out I’ve also watched them a ridiculous amount of times too. Alex does enjoy it though. As much as he has made this game for me, it’s definitely for him too. We played the normal Monopoly again recently and started discussing how good a Harry Potter Monopoly would be as there would be so many choices for places to put on the game board. We both had a look online and couldn’t seem to find an official one anywhere to get in the UK. The only ones we found were other home-made versions.”

Photo Credit: Chloé Niland/Alex Thompson

Alex shared, “I knew the Easter Holidays were coming up and that we wouldn’t be able to go out due to the lockdown, so I thought this could be a good time to do this project. As I wasn’t able to go out due to the lockdown I had to be resourceful and use what I had lying around, some pine skirting board and a couple of small sheets of plywood. I’ll always try and make something first rather than buy it and have done loads of DIY such as converting my own camper van so I know how to make most things.”

Photo Credit: Chloé Niland/Alex Thompson

“It helps having the right tools including a newly purchased table saw – which was accompanied by a raised eyebrow from Chloé – But it was definitely necessary.”

Chloé also shared, “When Alex said he was making one I loved the idea! He’s spent so much time on it. He thought of, designed, and made pretty much everything himself including all the money and the comments on the Community Chest and Chance cards (or his version Quibbler and Daily Prophet cards).”

Photo Credit: Chloé Niland/Alex Thompson

She continued, “His brother Andrew also helped to make some wooden dice to match with the wooden game board. The only parts he ordered online were the silver Harry Potter figures for the character pieces. Alex is frustratingly so good at everything haha! Particularly when it comes to thinking of an idea and making it. I’m so lucky that he’s so talented. My friends always say, ‘Is there anything he can’t do?’”

So how did the first game go? Chloé shared the results: “I won. We are both very competitive so at the start of the game I didn’t know if it was going to end well or in tears. I was determined to buy Hogwarts, which I did. But I was still devastated that Alex managed to buy the Hogwarts Express before me. I’ll get it next time.”

Photo Credit: Chloé Niland/Alex Thompson

You can check out a quick video of the homemade Harry Potter Monopoly game by check out the original article shared by LadBible by CLICKING HERE.

Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for all things Harry Potter!

Featured Photo Credit: Chloé Niland/Alex Thompson

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Filed Under: Harry Potter, Games, News, Monopoly

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Aldi Now Offering Huge ‘Harry Potter’ Collection Online and in UK Stores

Aldi Now Offering Huge ‘Harry Potter‘ Collection Online and in UK Stores. Harry Potter fans, you are in for a magical treat! Aldi UK has revealed a new, and massive, Harry Potter collection and there is something for every witch, wizard, or muggle. Don’t worry, Aldi ships internationally. winks The new collection features MANY items including bedding, books, clothing, journals, toys, games, backpacks, and more. The best part? All the items are very affordable and would make an excellent gift for the Harry Potter fan in your life.

We wanted to share a few of the offerings from the Harry Potter collection from Aldi UK with you, but be sure to check out the link at the end to see even more merchandise such as t-shirts, plush dolls, and more!

Harry Potter Book Collection (£29.99)

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“This Harry Potter Book Collection, complete with all 7 novels, is the perfect way to relive all of the amazing adventures at Hogwarts with Harry and friends. An ideal gift for a big fan or for yourself, these novels are presented beautifully in a slip case, so they can all be kept neat and tidy whilst you dive into the wonderful world of witchcraft and wizardry.”

Golden Snitch Heliball (£11.99)

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“Who said magic only happens at Hogwarts? Witches and wizards (of any age!) are sure to love this Harry Potter Mystery Heliball, which flies away when you try to grab it! Suitable for ages 8 years or older, the heliball comes with remote control and USB charging cable. Batteries are included too, so the magic can start right away!”

Harry Potter Games (Pricing Varies)

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“Enhance and enchant your next game night with these Harry Potter themed games such as Headbanz, Scrabble, and more!”

Harry Potter LEGO Sets (Pricing Varies)

Photo Credit: Aldi/LEGO

Photo Credit: Aldi/LEGO

“Can’t find your favorite Harry Potter LEGO set from your childhood? Aldi is offering several harder to find sets including Quidditch Match, The Knight Bus, and Hogwarts! Prices vary per set.”

Harry Potter Duvet Sets (Pricing Varies)

Photo Credit: Aldi

Photo Credit: Aldi

“Provide a magical night’s sleep with these wonderful Harry Potter Duvet Sets. With 1-2 pillowcase(s) included, these sets with a reversible design are perfect for those fans who can’t get enough of the Harry Potter books and films! Comes in double and twin sizes.”

Tom Riddle Diary (£9.99)

“This Tom Riddle Diary, Pen & Wand allows Harry Potter fans to leave mysterious notes and messages! The Slytherin pen included is filled with invisible ink which can only be seen under the glowing wand’s (also included) UV light. All you have to do is hover the tip over the pages, and what you have written will be magically revealed. This ensures that all your deepest secrets can be left safe and perfectly hidden, as long as you make sure to always carry your wand! The wand is designed to be attached to a key ring, so keeping it safe and hidden from muggles should be no problem. The diary is designed to look just like Tom Riddle’s actual diary with leatherette finish and metal brass effect corners.”

Harry Potter Character Dolls (£12.99/each)

“With clothes and a wand, these dolls are the perfect addition to any play room. These Harry Potter Dolls with wand has 11 moveable joints meaning you can put them in as many poses as your imagination can think of! Options include: Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Ron and Ginny Weasley, and Dumbledore.”

As stated there are MANY other offerings, so we recommend checking out Aldi.com by CLICKING HERE to see the many other merchandise options including an app interactive invisibility cloak, backpacks, wands, water bottles, toys, games, plushies, and more!

Photo Credit: Aldi

We hope you enjoy this magical collection as much as we did! What will you be adding to your online cart? We would love to hear about your favorite items from the collection in the comments. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for all things Harry Potter!

Featured Photo Credit: Warner Bros/Aldi

Source: Aldi

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Terralina Crafted Italian and Paddlefish will be reopening on May 29

Terralina

There’s more exciting news regarding Disney Springs! Both Terralina Crafted Italian and Paddlefish will be reopening on May 29, 2020. Disney Springs began it’s phased reopening earlier in the week.  We witnessed the first wave of stores and restaurants resuming business operations at Walt Disney World. Now we’re seeing more life gradually return!

Terralina Crafted Italian offers an exquisite dining experience. When visiting, guests will drift into a tranquil escape inspired by the lifestyle of Italy’s famed Lake District. The Terralina restaurant is an upscale-casual Disney venue with patio dishes, rustic Italian dishes, and wood-fired pizza.

Next is Paddlefish, which is a wonderful establishment for guests at Disney Springs to visit. We encourage people to make reservations in advance to guarantee seating for their party.

Paddlefish is a restaurant aboard a faux riverboat. It offers fantastic views and top-quality menu items such as seafood and steak. Even their wine list is exquisite. The seafood-centric restaurant is one of our personal favorites and it’s a great choice for date night!

If you’re debating where to eat at Disney Springs, then consider making reservations to one of these establishments on your next trip to Walt Disney World Resort! Both Paddlefish and Terralina Crafted Italian are amazing dining choices. We hope take a look at their menu and give them a try!

Source: Disney

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#DisneyMagicMoments: Runners who Inspire Us – Part 3

Heather Yang

Here is another #DisneyMagicMoment from the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend a few months ago, Heather Yang’s incredible story of hope and perseverance …

In 2018, Heather Yang was training to run her first half marathon when she was blindsided by a stage 3 colon cancer diagnosis. The disease derailed Yang’s training and led to five months of chemotherapy, but as a United States Army veteran and a first responder during the Sept. 11 tragedy, she knew she had the strength and determination to fight for her life.

In March 2019, Yang completed chemotherapy and began a new journey as a cancer survivor, which included getting back to one of the things she loves most –running. In January 2020, that love of running and eight months of training led to her fulfilling a dream when she completed the Walt Disney World Half Marathon.

Here’s a look at Yang’s magical experience. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog in the weeks to come as we look back at more amazing, inspirational #DisneyMagicMoments from runDisney events!

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The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Recent Theme Park News via MEMES

This week’s SATURDAY SIX takes a look at theme park news via MEMES! With the recent announcement of the re-opening of the Universal Orlando Resort theme parks, we are getting close to the Florida theme parks we know and love about to embark into the “New Normal” going forward. What will that bring for us? We’ll see shortly, but before we get there, it’s time to take a quick look back at what has been happening over on DisTwitter over the past couple weeks…

# 6 – What did 2020 do to your plans?

It’s hard to believe that even though we are only in May, 2020 has officially been going on for 13 years. Many of us had a lot of big plans going into the year, but the coronavirus had other intentions for us. To play with that idea, a fun meme started with people putting a “before” and “after,” giving a much-needed humorous look at the theme park community.

Let’s take a look at some of our favorites, starting with a user reminding us all of the infamous 2018 Theme Park Turkey of the Year Awards, when Disney had a rough couple days of audio-animatronics losing their heads…

# 5 – Disney announces budget cuts are coming

To the surprise of no one, Disney announced some scary financial numbers during a shareholders’ conference call earlier this month. To help save money, the company said it would be reducing capital expenditures. What we don’t know is what projects will be affected by this new decree. Many feel that projects already well into construction – such as Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and the Guardians of the Galaxy coaster  in EPCOT – will be completed, but others not as far along (or not even started) may be stopped. This news had one DisTwitter member creating a graphic that brought back memories of the “Thanos snap” in Avengers: Infinity War, with one proposed EPCOT project fading away…

# 4 – Midsommar Shock

Recently, a meme took off which used a moment from the film Midsommar. The picture in question uses a stunned reaction from a character in the movie.

DisTwitter than speculated what these characters could be so shocked by…

From the official Disney signage Hall of Shame. (meme by @Super WeenieHtJr)
Donald Duck, at the end of Mickey’s Philharmagic. (meme by @nocontxtdsny)
Flick from It’s Tough to be a Bug. (meme by @TheMagicBlitz)
Everyone’s favorite cosmic crooner, Sonny Eclipse. (meme by @RedSoxRedShoes)
Stitch “TP’ing” Cinderella Castle. (meme by @escapedstitch)
GIANT Donald Duck from Shanghai Disneyland. (meme by @ParkscopeNick)

# 3 – Down the aisle

The coronavirus has unfortunately led to who-knows-how-many weddings being postponed, which has to be heartbreaking for the people who have put so much time into planning their special day. However, one popular meme trend showed that it’s not just brides and grooms who are looking forward to day when they can “walk down the aisle”…

# 2 – Disney Springs Re-Opens

When Disney Springs announced it would re-open on May 20th, becoming the first Disney location in America for guests to get their “Disney Fix” again, it was commonly assumed that no matter how soon this may be, the Orlando theme park bloggers hungry for content would descend on the dining and entertainment district like locusts. “The Child” of DisTwitter – @DisneyDweller – even brought back an appropriate old school meme to make his commentary…

Disney Springs Opening Day Issues

Last week we wrote about the re-opening of Universal CityWalk, with most people impressed by the standard of safety that Universal had set. Disney Springs did not re-open with that same level of confidence. Many guests reported that social distancing was not being enforced, a large amount of guests removed their “required” face masks, and in a story we’ll revisit later in the year for the 2020 Turkey Awards, one family thought it would be okay to grill their own hotdogs outside Cookes of Dublin.

Day One of the Disney Springs re-opening.
Day Two of the Disney Springs re-opening.

All of this led to another spot-on meme from @SuperWeenieHtJr.

# 1 – What’s in a name?

One of the more popular “games” on social media platforms is people taking the concept of changing just one letter in a Broadway show, music band, or movie title, to make it into something worse. The theme park community had some fun with that idea as well….

So there you have it: The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Theme Park News via MEMES! See you next weekend for the latest installment of the SATURDAY SIX, where we’ll look at something fun from the world of Disney and Universal. If you enjoyed yourself, be sure to check out The Magic, The Memories, and Merch! articles covering the latest from the Disney Outlet Stores. You can also follow Your Humble Author on Twitter (@derekburgan).

If you enjoyed this article, you will surely like the following: 

The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Theme Park News via Memes (vol 1)

The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Theme Park News via Memes (vol 2)

The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Theme Park News via Memes (vol 3)

The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Theme Park News via Memes (vol 4)

The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Theme Park News via Memes (vol 5)

The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Theme Park News via Memes (vol 6)

The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Theme Park News via Memes (vol 7)

The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Theme Park News via Memes (vol 8)

The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Theme Park News via Memes (vol 9)

The SATURDAY SIX Looks at Theme Park News via Memes (vol 10)

Special Thanks to The Elite Brandon Glover, the bio-est of all reconstructs @bioreconstruct, Captain Cruiseline Scott Sanders of the world famous Disney Cruise Line Blog, my personal protege Hunter “Elvey” Underwood, the SAT SIX Fun Squad of Parkscope Joe and Nick, hot shot Michael Carelli, and Hermione Granger’s tutor Megan Stump for their invaluable assistance with this article. The SAT SIX is inspired each week by goofballs Aengus Mackenzie and LitemAndHyde and you Potterheads will  enjoy Meg’s other blog work over at the Central Florida Slug Club.

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