June 21 is the day to celebrate all dads. They’re hilarious, loving, and incredible – you basically hit it out of the park by finding the greatest guy for kiddos — high five! Sure a tie or socks may be the nostalgic gifts of Father’s Day past, but it’s time to think outside the department store. Whether it’s homemade, customized, or a fancy gadget, from this list you’ll find something he’ll love.
Here are 25 gifts to make the dad in your life feel extra special.
#1: “D-A-D or I Love Dad” pictures:: You get simple letters or chalkboards from Jo-Ann Fabrics or Michael’s, and snap some pictures of your little ones holding them. Pick up a frame and you’re good to go.
#2: Questions/Answers About Daddy:: You can print out some free questions that are already adorably designed and get your kids to answer. Here Here is the link to this design.
#3: Handprint sign:: Be homemade and try out some ideas here.
#4: Scrabble picture:: Find some old scrabble pieces and create a message that’s unique.
#5: ‘Your Baby’s First Word Will Be DADA’ by Jimmy Fallon:: I don’t know about you, but my husband was obsessed with my daughter’s first word to be daddy (it was mama). This baby book is written by the beloved Jimmy Fallon – so it’s a win-win.
#6: Make Your Own Board Book:: You can put pictures over an already-made book like this idea. Or you can create your own book by buying a blank version on Amazon.
#7: Beer of the Month Club:: Have a beer lover? You can customize and get shipments based on their preferences. $46.95 per month at beerofthemonthclub.com
#8: Customized Beer Mug:: Sure a coffee mug is the typical way to go – but if they’re more a beer guy you spring for a customized beer mug featuring your kiddos’ birthdays. Etsy $15.50
#9: Yeti tumbler or cooler:: Guys love this manly cooler or cup that keep drinks cold for hours. You can get either engraved with your husband’s initials or family name.
#10: Subscription to Trunk Club:: This is perfect gift for a guy that hates to shop – it’s a men’s shopping service that sends clothes based off your man’s style. You can even set it up for him to help take out the guesswork. Trunkclub.com.
#11: Subscription to Root Bizzle Ties:: Ties are the standard go-to for Father’s Day. But if you don’t want to be cliché – but know how practical they are – you can get fresh ties, or even bow ties, sent once a month for dad. Rootbizzle.com
#12: “What I Love About Dad” book:: Perfect your own dad or for your teen to fill in the blanks for their dad. Uncommon Goods. $10
#13: 3-in-1 Barbeque Tool:: An ultimate find for any barbeque enthusiasts — tongs, spatula and fork. Brookstone $24.99
#14: Range Finder:: For the hard-core golfer in your life, this is a must-have.
#15: Beats Headphones:: Great for noise-cancelling and comfortable to wear – which means could be good for an extra snooze on Father’s Day.
#16: Father/Child Silhouette:: You can send in a picture and get a silhouette of this sweet time in their lives. Etsy $30
#17: Home Portrait:: If you just settled on your first home or your forever home, get a personalized picture of it. Etsy Prices vary
#18: Be Matching with “Big Dude” “Little Dude”:: Etsy $34.50
#19: Star Wars fan:: Etsy $49.50
#20: Or Marvel sidekick:: Etsy $30
#21: A Date Night:: Book your babysitter and take your guy out for a night to celebrate sans kids.
#22: A Guys Night:: Arrange with your girlfriends to get your husbands together for a fun night out to a concert or sports game.
#23: Time for pampering:: Salons don’t just have to be for the mommas anymore. Men love to be pampered – from getting a massage to a good shave. There are even salons aimed directly for guys, such as The Boardroom.
#24: Make a gift basket:: Make a basket filled with his favorite magazines, a good book, chips, cookies – any treat you think they might enjoy.
#25: And if nothing else — Onesie that says, “You’re Welcome.”:: Etsy $11.95
What are you getting for the dad in your life?