1 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS We consent to the incorporation of our report dated March 1, 2001, accompanying the financial statements included in this annual report on Form 11-K, in the registration statement of Form S-8 (Registration No. 33-41262) pertaining to the Tandy Brands Accessories, Inc. Employees Investment Plan and the related prospectus. /s/ WHITLEY PENN - ----------------------- Fort Worth, Texas March 1, 2001 16