Father’s day – that time of year when we show our appreciation for our Dads but sometimes it can be really difficult to come up with new gift ideas. Let’s face it, Dads can be difficult people to buy for and if your Dad is anything like mine, when you ask “What would you like?” he’ll answer “don’t worry about getting me anything” – Gah!
So what exactly do you give to a man who seems to have everything? Well, I’ve pulled together a whole bunch of amazing DIY Father’s Day gift ideas, for all ages, that will both surprise and delight him!
Monogram Clay Keychain
These personalised keychains are a perfect gift that he can carry with him all day. Amy from Homeyohmy.com tells you how to make them.
DIY Felt Phone Case
A very quick but still stylish phone case made with two different coloured sheets of felt. Check out the tutorial by Lana Red Studio.
Cord Roll
Is Dad constantly losing track of his phone cords and earphones? Well now he can keep them tidy and safe in this easy to make Cord Roll. Brit+ Co. show you how to make three different sized rolls for all kinds of cords and headphones.
Father’s Day Gift Jar
Got an empty coffee jar? Fill it with sweets and use this free printable from Thoughts From Alice to create a fan-tache-tic (do you see what I did there…?) label to go on it.
Flavoured Salt
More glass jars, this time filled with flavoured salt – great for Dad’s who like to experiment with cooking. Amanda from Chew Town has four recipes to share. Use them as rubs for fish or steak, or simply sprinkle over your favourite veg or some chips.
DIY Pre-Shave Oil
In case you need another idea on how to fill a glass jar, how about this recipe for pre-shaving oil from The Merry Thought to keep Dad’s skin soft.
Rosemary Mint Shaving Cream
Or how about this rosemary mint shaving cream? Find the recipe on foodformyfamily.com.
Men’s Apron
Put your sewing skills to use with Lovely Indeed’s tutorial for making an manly man apron.
Love You This Much Card and Kids Canvas
Over at A Day In My Life you’ll find two tutorials in one. A cute love you this much card and an even cuter tutorial for a simple canvas to hang on Daddy’s office wall.
Fishy Fish Card
Ok so not technically a present but what Daddy wouldn’t melt when he receives this Fishy Fish card by Ramblings of a Crazy Woman.
Car Wash Kit
Inner Child Fun have a great tutorial on how to decorate a bucket ready to fill with car washing supplies.
DIY Watercolour Mug
Poppytalk uses nailvarnish to customise a plain white mug. You can find their tutorial here.
Marbled Air Plant Holder
Why not make something cool for Dad’s desk at work or home office? Luisa from whydontyoumakeme.com shows you how on her blog.
Space Rock Fridge Magnets
These are totally cool right?! Perfect for a sci-fi loving Dad, he can have his own little galaxy on the fridge. You can find the full tutorial on Adventure-in-a-Box.com
Salt Dough Handprint Bowl
Lastly, you could make Dad this cute hand-shaped bowl for his loose change. You can find the tutorial on messylittlemonster.com.
I hope you have found some ideas to help you with your DIY Father’s Day gift, which ones were your favourites?
Happy crafting
