What do you get the man who has everything? It’s time to get crafty so you can gift him something he couldn’t pick up at the supermarket or his most trusted DIY store. By making pops a practical gift for Father’s Day, you’ll know that he’ll actually use it.
We’ve curated some epic ideas, so whether he’s a legend on the BBQ, a tech wizard, or a sporting superfan, something unique for him will make his day. If crafting isn’t quite your forte, there’s no need to fear because we’ve also thrown in some awesome Displate poster ideas for his man cave.
1. Homemade Spice Jars
If your dad loves spending his Sunday afternoons nursing some delicious beef brisket on the barbeque, save him the job of conjuring up a spice mix from the cupboard.
Homemade spice jars are inventive and inexpensive ways to show your understanding of your dad’s tastebuds this Father’s Day. All you need to do is to research his favorite recipes and combine those spices into the perfect blend.
You can get creative with what you store it in – from smaller spice jars to mega-size mason jars, ensuring he never runs out of fuel for his fiery recipes. Plus, for those personal touches, get creative with labels or tags to make these truly his.
2. Personalized Garden Tools
For all the green-thumbed dads and grandpas out there, personalized gardening tools made by you are a great way to bring thoughtfulness and practicality to your Father’s Day gift. Head to your nearest gardening centre and grab a trowel or a hand fork. Then, get these customized with his name to it. You can do this by woodburning his name onto it or getting some waterproof vinyl paint. If you’re feeling extra creative, paint the handle with some illustrations of their top-rated veggies or plants.
You’re not limited to small gardening tools; consider personalizing gardening gloves or a gardening stool! Add some seeds for next season and he’ll be reminded of you every time he goes to his sanctuary.
3. Salt Dough Picture Frame
Want a hit of nostalgia? Why not make a salt dough picture frame with your favorite childhood memory of you and your dad?
Salt dough is super easy to make with only three inexpensive ingredients (flour, salt, and water). You can either paint your photo frame or cheat the system and add food dye to your dough mixture. Model the dough into a frame, cook it according to your recipe and then add your favorite picture of you and your dad. Inexpensive, unique, and dap worthy!
4. Beer Bouquet
For dads who appreciate a good brew, a DIY beer bouquet is a fun and creative way to celebrate Father’s Day.
Select a mix of his favorite beers—craft ales, lagers, or even some limited-edition brews. Arrange the bottles or cans in a sturdy bucket, wooden crate, or decorative box, using tissue paper, shredded paper, or foam to keep them in place.
To add a special touch, attach small snacks like beef jerky, pretzels, or nuts to skewers and slot them into the arrangement like “flowers.”
If drinking isn’t his thing, consider getting glass bottles of his favorite sodas like cola and root beer – equally as delicious and refreshing. Cheers to dad!
5. Custom Sports Jersey Pillow
For all the sports fanatic dads out there, a custom sports jersey pillow is an excellent way to repurpose an old shirt. Take one of his old jerseys (or buy a new one in his team’s colors) and transform it into a comfy pillow for his favorite game-day chair.
All you need to do is sew the sides together, leaving space to stuff it with pillow filling or an old cushion insert, then stitch it closed for a finished look. If sewing isn’t your thing, fabric glue or iron-on adhesive strips can work just as well!
For an extra personal touch, add his name, lucky number, or a fun message like “Dad’s Game Day Throne” using fabric paint or iron-on letters. Whether he’s watching the game or taking a halftime nap, this one-of-a-kind pillow will be his new favorite seat companion!
6. Self Care Kit
All dads (and grandads too) secretly love to be pampered. Help them to relax this Father’s Day by making them a self-care kit, grab a small crate or basket and fill it with items you know they’ll love.
Include homemade bath salts or shower steamers infused with essential oils like eucalyptus or sandalwood to make them feel like they’ve just walked out of the spa. Add soothing facemask, beard oils or shaving balms, a new soft towel and some cosy funky socks for the ultimate spa experience at home – he deserves it!.
If you want to go the extra mile, consider sneaking in some of his favorite snacks for some extra self care – from chips to peanut butter cups, this is the perfect way to say thank you for just being him.
7. Retro Gaming Coaster Set
If you were raised with Pac-Man and Space Invaders, we might take a wild guess to say you have a gamer dad? If that is the case, make these awesome DIY retro gaming coaster sets.
Use wooden, cork, or heat-resistant resin squares for your coaster base. Then print out some designs from his top-played games (or draw if you’re feeling extra crafty) and use them to cover your chosen base.
Top tip: make sure to Mod Podge them in (or use PVA glue) to seal them and make them wipeable.
8. Personalized Wallet
After years of going to the bank of dad, maybe it’s time you gave him a personalized wallet so he can joke about how the money is supposed to be his. Wallets are always welcomed gifts for men and he’ll love the chance to joke about how the funds inside should be his, while carrying a keepsake made just for him.
You can often get wallets personalized as a free service with purchase, but you can do it at home just as well by using a leather stamp embosser. For an extra touch, include a single dollar for luck — just so he knows you’re officially done borrowing!
9. Displates for Every Kind of Dad
While being crafty is always a fun option for gifts for your loved ones, if it’s not your thing, make sure to check out Displate’s full collection. We have something for everyone and every occasion – with posters for man caves and garages alike. Check out our gaming and sporting collections that he’ll love, or even find his favorite meme so he can laugh at his own dad jokes time and again!
10. Displate Gift Card
When in doubt, leave the decision up to him. He can customise this craft space any way he chooses with a Displate Gift Card, giving him a world of options to choose from that will fit his personality and style.
For more inspiration, be sure to follow the Displate Blog for more gift guides for your loved ones and home decor ideas for your space.
