When I mentioned AbbeyShot’s proposed Jayne hoodie, I also mentioned the replica of Jayne’s tattoo that AbbeyShot commissioned from fan-favorite Browncoat artist ArtCat. Thought you might like to take a peek.

This temporary tattoo is a recreation of the one on Jayne’s arm, and you don’t even have to get drunk or hit nobody to get it, neither (Drinking and brawling not included).

Measures 2.25″ wide, 2.75″ tall, just $3.00 each.

And don’t forget to go weigh in on AbbeyShot’s Jayne hoodie.  Do you want one? Would you want one? How much would you pay? And don’t neglect the vital pom-pom issue. Go!

Adagio Teas has made a name for itself for their line of unique, quality loose teas (with convenient and easy-to-handle mesh pouches, so no paper tabs and strings to lose in your cup). And now they have a Firefly brew:

‘Take my love, take my land, take me where I cannot stand. I don’t care…’ I’ve my tea! Inspired by the fabulous Joss Whedon’s sci-fi show, this tea is a mixture of all things a gunslinging space cowboy (or girl) could want. The smoky kick of gunpowder, the elegant softness of mandarin oranges and just a hint of the wild, but sweet, side of life. A perfect brew for all the browncoats out there!

Good news! The seemingly tireless Maggie Burns stopped making Jayne hats but others have picked up the yarn and carried on, such as the good folks at this-land.net. Ready-made hand-made wooly ear warmers, just in time for cooler weather.

But they didn’t stop there. There’s also a Browncoat hat (green and yellow, with a star), an ice planet (non-edible, sorry) and plushie versions of our heroes (pictured). Only River and Kaylee (in jumpsuit and cake dress) pictured so far, but they advertise talking versions as well.

Every now and then someone comes aong with something that makes me feel much less obsessed, and this time it’s Phil Teller and his Firefly/Serenity-inspired car.

With elements from the show, the movie, specific episodes, and anything else he could weld on, this magnificently beat-up craft has everything you need to outwit the Alliance and move freight past the Reavers, or vice versa. Check out the attention to details — dinos on the dashboard! a winch lever on the back! — and the firing sequence, and see if you don’t start eyeing your Honda Accord with that “hmmm” look.

Want to look cunning but it’s too hot to wear wool? No problem!

Effulgent Crafts is offering a felt Jayne Hat pin for your shirt, dress, bag, backpack, hat, or anyplace you feel needs sprucifying. $3, plus $1 shipping.

Make your mother sigh!

The latest thing from… well, me… this cobbled-together hunk of junk is ideal for holding your coffee, your pens, or for distracting your boss with a fake distress call so he won’t notice the incredible amount of work you’re not doing. Just got mine in the mail and I’m happy.

Patterned after the one in the pilot episode, it’s sturdy and solid and, unlike the original crybaby, it’s dishwasher safe. Available at Big Red Button.

Need a Browncoat strip to go underneath your Independent’s patch? Or maybe just one for your backpack, or your jacket pocket? Shepherd Seph has what you need.

$3 each or 2 for $5, includes postage to the 48 contiguous states. Just send a message to the Shepherd for a PayPal invoice.

Get the TV show logo on a vinyl decal sticker from StickerPalace.com. Available in a wide variety of background colors and sizes from 6″ to 12″, perfect for adorning your car, skateboard, notebook, or spaceship.

Last June I got the opportunity to attend one of the advance screenings for Serenity in Tampa, Florida. We hooked up with some friends and joined the other Browncoats waiting in the theater. They had us roped off to one side where we sat in line, singing “The Hero of Canton” and trading quotes and generally getting our geek on.

After awhile I noticed more and more people wearing brown lanyards with “BROWNCOATS FIREFLY SERENITY” written on them, and brown ribbon pins that read “Browncoat.” And just ahead of them was a woman wearing several of each. I took a chance and approached, cash in hand, and that’s how I met Aleta “FireflyGal” Vinas.

She’s still selling both, and they’re a great bargain. The ribbon pin is solid, 2″ long, and durable enough to use as an auxilliary engine part. The lanyard (Beethoven not included) is ideal for holding your convention pass, security ID, or nuclear launch key. Each one is $5.00, which includes U.S. postage.

To buy, just write her at Fireflygal1@hotmail.com and ask, or go to Out to the Black Outfitters and order them online.

Navigating through the ‘verse can be tricky at best. Why not make things easier — and create valuable tourist attractions — by adding some useful aluminum signs?

Mike is happy to help. He makes the signs himself and sells them to any browncoat interested. Signs range from 18″x18″ or 12″x18″ $15 plus shipping) or 24″x18″ ($25 plus shipping) for the “Sunnydale” design. Ordering info and pictures after the jump.

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