Dad Will Love Opening One of These Last-Minute DIY Gifts on Father's Day
Dad Will Love Opening One of These Last-Minute DIY Gifts on Father's Day
Showing Dad how much you appreciate him this Father’s Day doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, some of the gifts he’ll treasure most will probably be the ones that are handcrafted with love. So this year, embrace the idea of making a DIY Father’s Day gift! Some of them might even end up being free to make, depending on what you have around the house.
All the dads, grandpas, stepdads, and other father figures in your life will appreciate these homemade gifts, even if they don’t look especially polished or professional. But that’s kind of the fun part! With these gifts, Dad gets to unwrap something on June 20 that is truly one-of-a-kind and made with love. And hey, if you mess up, he’ll love it anyway — or you can always grab a Father’s Day gift that will ship last-minute.
But of course, there’s more to Father’s Day than thoughtful gifts. You can also entertain him with some cheesy dad jokes, find a fun Father's Day activity for the whole family, host a big outdoor brunch, or settle in with a fun movie Dad will love.
Candy Surprise Bow Ties
He'll never admit it, but Dad doesn't need any more ties. What he probably can't get enough his favorite treat. Tie a rubber band around the center of a candy bag to shape it into a bow tie, then tape a photo or drawing of a bow tie to the front.
Painted Golf Tees
Dad will be the trendiest guy on the golf course with these paint-dipped tees. Plus, this is a safe, easy, and quick craft that the kids can help out with.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Custom Photo Pillow
Dad loves his afternoon naps, so he deserves this personalized pillow that's fit for a king. All you need is a little bit of Photoshop magic, some photo transfer paper, and an iron.
Get the tutorial at Lolly Jane.
SHOP PHOTO TRANSFER PAPER
Grilling Apron
If Dad's the ultimate grillmaster, he'll appreciate this apron to help keep his favorite shirt safe. You'll need a flour sack towel, some fabric paint, and some basic sewing skills.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
DIY Scribble Mug
Make Dad's morning coffee a little bit better with a colorful cup. Every time he looks at the hand-drawn designs, he'll think of you.
Get the tutorial at I Heart Arts N Crafts.
Monsters Inc. Art
Who knew you could create so much fun art just with your hands and feet alone? Dad will proudly hang this in his office.
Get the tutorial at I Heart Arts N Crafts.
DIY Shaving Oil
Add a little luxury to Dad's morning routine with this custom pre-shave oil. All it takes is grapeseed oil, olive oil, and just a few drops of an essential oil in whatever scent you think he'll like best.
Get the tutorial at The Merry Thought.
DIY Scrabble Tile Coasters
Dad will smile every time he sits down at his desk with a cup of coffee or tea. With these Scrabble tile coasters, you can write out anything from a sweet "I Love You" to his name to a funny pun. The possibilities are endless.
Get the tutorial at Mint Candy Designs.
Beer Bouquet
A colorful way to gift him exactly what he needs for the next time he wants to sit back and relax in his man cave.
Get the tutorial at Unoriginal Mom.
Gift in a Jar
The Dad who loves puns will especially love this fun gift. Fill a jar with products relating to "Pop" like Pop Rocks, soda pop, and popcorn to bring a smile to Dad's face.
Get the tutorial at The Gunny Sack.
Outdoor Scoreboard
If Dad's got a competitive streak, he'll love this. Summer is almost here, and there will be plenty of backyard games of volleyball, badminton, cornhole, and more. Dad (and the kids) will love being able to keep score with this homemade scoreboard.
Get the tutorial at Not Just a Housewife.
Sweet and Savory Snack Mix
Give Dad a nice big container of this homemade snack mix he can munch on while he watches the big game.
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
All About My Dad Printable
Show Dad just how much you know him with this fill-in-the-blank printable that you can pair with a photo and put in a frame for him.
Get the tutorial at Yesterday on Tuesday.
Super Dad Candy Bars
Turn an ordinary candy bar into the perfect gift to show Dad just how "super" you think he is.
Get the tutorial at I Heart Crafty Things.
Photo Keychain
Dad will always have a piece of his family wherever he goes with these homemade photo keychains.
Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.
SHOP PHOTO KEYCHAINS
DIY Coupon Book
Take some chores off Dad's plate with this DIY coupon book. Offer Dad everything from "taking out the trash" to "giving a hug" when he needs it.
Get the printable at I Should Be Mopping the Floor.
"I Love You to Pieces" Puzzle Frame
Instead of tossing out an old puzzle, paint the pieces, let dry, and then glue to a picture frame with your own custom message to show Dad how much you love him.
Get the tutorial at A Night Owl.
Rocky Picture Frame
Dad totally rocks, and to show him that, you can hot glue small stones and pebbles from the yard to a picture frame so he gets the message.
Get the tutorial at Morena's Corner.
Building Memories Jar
Put old Legos to good use by writing your dad's favorite activities individually on each block. During free time, Dad can then randomly select a Lego from his "jar of memories" to see what fun activity the family can do together.
Get the tutorial at Seasoned Mom.
Hugs and Kisses Jar
Although real hugs and kisses definitely take the cake, Dad will also surely appreciate a jar full of the chocolate hugs and kisses to sweeten his special day.
Get the tutorial at Happy Money Saver.
Keepsake Box
Dad needs a good place to store all the trinkets and special items from his family. What better place to store them than this sweet handmade keepsake box?
Get the tutorial at Darcy and Brian.
Fill in the Blank Printable
Share the things you love most about your dad, and let him know what activities you enjoy doing with him. He'll keep this for a long time.
Get the tutorial at Kinzie's Kreations.
Cufflinks Case
Turn a trusty mint tin into a trendy cufflinks case to help Dad stay organized, whether he's at home or on-the-go.
Get the tutorial at Country Living.
Watchband Notebook
If you have an old watch lying around, use the straps to add some style to a notebook or planner that he can use at work.
Get the tutorial at Country Living.
Tie Eyeglass Case
Giving Dad a tie for Father's Day is so last year. Mix things up this time around and transform an old tie into a convenient carrying case for eyeglasses so he doesn't lose them as easily.
Get the tutorial at Country Living.
Personalized Cutting Board
If Dad's been using the same old beat-up cutting board for years, it's time for an upgrade. Get him a new cutting board and (carefully) use a wood-burning pen to add a personal touch.
Save yourself some money and a trip to the store.