Inside the Holocron – Free Princess “Peek-a-Boo” Pen

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StarWarsShop’s 2010 Black Friday promo comes through with cheerful energy, spotlighting the free Princess Leia “Peek‑a‑Boo” floaty pen that became a quirky fan favourite. The feature captures the playful spirit of the offer, mixing holiday‑season excitement with a fun collectible that tapped into the charm of classic Star Wars merchandise. It reflects how small promotional items can spark nostalgia and delight, especially when tied to memorable moments in fandom history.

The piece also touches on the broader vibe of the event, where discounts, themed products, and lighthearted marketing created a sense of celebration for fans browsing the shop. The Leia pen stands out as a whimsical reminder of how Star Wars promotions often blend creativity with a wink of humour, turning even simple giveaways into fondly remembered pieces of the galaxy’s merchandising legacy.

Free Princess “Peek-a-Boo” Pen

In the spirit of corny 70’s pens which showed fully dressed then bikini clad (or even, God forbid, naked) women, Star Wars Shop licensed this bit of corn:

Set for Stunning!

Before hitting the malls and department stores this Friday to shop off that tryptophan haze, stop by StarWarsShop and get your FREE Princess “Peek-a-Boo” floaty pen with every purchase (while supplies last)!

And yes, while a free pen revealing Leia’s famous gold bikini should be enough incentive, StarWarsShop is slashing 25% off all in-stock products, just the motivation you need to gift that favorite Star Wars fan in your life (including you!).

StarWarsShop’s Black Friday Event runs from November 26, 2010 through November 29, 2010.