Father’s Day is just around the corner and you may be wondering just what you can get for the Father in your life. If you have a dad, husband or even a son who’s a father and they seem to already have everything, choosing a gift can be difficult to say the least.
Dads are very appreciative of any gift, generally. If you want a gift that he’ll really appreciate, why not make something special? You can create a Father’s Day gift that is completely unique and unlike anything anyone else would even consider.
In honor of fathers everywhere, we have compiled a list of 60 great DIY Father’s Day gifts that you can easily make yourself. Some of these are a bit more complicated than others but they are all very unique, very special and are sure to put a smile on dad’s face. Instead of trudging through lines at the sporting goods store to get him something that he may already have, just make him something yourself. He’ll really appreciate the effort that you put into his gift and you’ll appreciate the ease of making it, plus the fact that DIY gifts are really inexpensive is also a good thing.
Digital Tablet/Device Sleeve
If dad really loves his tablet, make him a special sleeve that will protect his favorite digital toy. This is a sewing project but it’s a relatively simple one. Not only do you get to create a protective sleeve for his tablet, but the pattern has areas for holding pens and pencils and other necessities so this will quickly become his favorite accessory. It has room for everything and will fit all standard sized tablets, readers and other digital devices. Plus, it will look like you spent a lot of money on it. Only you will know it’s a DIY gift.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Sew4home
Vintage Record Clock
An old record and a clock making kit will make a beautiful gift for dad this Father’s Day. You simply use the record for the clock base and then follow the directions on the clock kit to put it all together. If you have an old record to use, this one will only cost you the kid which really isn’t that expensive. You can find these at your craft store. If you don’t have a record that you can use, you can probably pick one up at a thrift store or yard sale. Make it from dad’s favorite band or any record that will have special meaning to him.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Onemoretimeevents
Accordion Pocket Watch Photo Album
If you have an old pocket watch, you can turn it into a great accordion photo album with miniaturized pictures of the family for dad. Note that if you don’t have a pocket watch, they are really inexpensive at thrift stores and flea markets. Choose the pictures that you want to use and then cut them appropriately to put inside the watch. You will need mod podge to secure the pictures and protect them a bit from being scratched as they are looked at. This is such a neat gift idea and one that really won’t cost much time or money.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Themotherhuddle
Scrabble Tile Message Frames
An inexpensive picture frame (think $1 frames from the Dollar Store) and a few Scrabble tiles give you the makings for a great Father’s Day gift. You can change the matting in the frame if you can’t find the color that you want and then just add your special message to dad in Scrabble tiles. This is a great gift for dads who love Scrabble and even those who don’t. Choose pictures of the family to display and then add a message saying how much you appreciate his hard work. These are so easy to make that you may just want to do a few different ones and give them as a set for his desk.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Zitzmanfam
Necktie Eyeglasses Case
This great eyeglasses case requires very little sewing and it’s really inexpensive depending on the tie that you use. If you have an old tie around the house that won’t be missed, turn it into a great holder for dad’s sunglasses or reading glasses. He’ll love the uniqueness of this gift and you will love the ease of pulling it all together. There is just a bit of sewing required and you will need fabric glue as well. It’s a really simple project though and one that you can complete in about an hour or so.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Threeyearsofdeath
Laptop Riser
Give dad the best gift of all by allowing him to watch movies and television on his laptop in bed. This laptop riser will make it much more comfortable for him to lounge around while using his laptop. You will need a bent plywood stool, a saw, two screw-in towel hooks, an extension cord and cable tacks. This project really does look more difficult than it is. This is one of the easiest DIY gifts and you can make it for much, much less than it would cost to purchase it. Plus, since you’re making it, it’s extra special and you can customize it however you want.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Manmadediy
Firewood Tote
This really easy to sew firewood tote is perfect for dad’s who hate to carry in wood during the winter. It is super easy to create and you can do it in whatever color or design you (or dad) prefer. It has a sturdy handle made from wood so it’s great for piling pretty high with firewood and you can whip one up in about an hour or so even if you don’t really sew a lot. Make it from canvas, flannel or just about anything else you want. This is a great gift for any dad with a wood stove or fireplace or someone who loves camping.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Whipup
Super Dad Pop Box Set
Show dad just how special he is by creating this great soda pop box set filled with his favorite sweets. You’ll need a soda bottle box set that is empty and clean. Once the bottles are cleaned and dry, you simply fill them with dad’s favorite treats like candy, nuts or sunflower seeds, recap and then use printouts to label them and give each a special message. This is a great gift idea that really doesn’t cost much but looks really unique and is sure to put a smile on his face this Father’s Day.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Lilluna
Mustache Mug
Take a plain, ordinary mug and turn it into a wonderful gift for Father’s Day by adding a whimsical mustache. If dad has a mustache, or used to, this is a great gift idea and it’s one that the kids could do. You will need a plain ceramic mug which you can get at the Dollar Store for around a dollar. You also need a sharpie and Pebeo porcelain gel and pen which you can pick up at a craft store. All you have to do is draw out the mustache with the sharpie and then fill it in.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Fromthetortoiseandthehare
Wooden Beer Tote
Even if the dad in your life isn’t a beer drinker, this wooden drink tote would be a really cool gift. He can simply keep bottles of soda in there if he doesn’t drink beer. To make it, you need a piece of dowel, a pine board and some plywood which you may have on hand already if you tend to do woodworking projects. You also need stain or paint, whichever you prefer, and a wall mountable bottle opener. It doesn’t take long to put together and it’s a great gift that will allow him to carry his beer and open it all in the same tote.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Thenewhobbyist
Rosemary Mint Shaving Cream
Give him a reason to want to shave off that stubble with this wonderful rosemary mint shaving cream. You need shea butter, coconut oil, sweet almond or jojoba oil and rosemary and peppermint essential oils. Once you have the cream done, you can put it in a great container and add a new razor to make a gift set or just give him the shaving cream. It has a really nice smell – very manly – and it will help to smooth and soften his skin while he shaves. Plus, it’s better for the skin than most shaving creams that you buy over the counter.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Foodformyfamily
Tripod Camping Stool
With dowels, a piece of leather and a few essential tools, you can create this wonderful folding tripod camping stool for the dad in your life. The entire thing costs only about $25 if you have to buy all of the materials and that’s quite a savings over the stools that you can buy in a sporting goods store. If you have a dad in your life who loves to camp, fish or does other outdoor activities, this stool is the perfect DIY gift. It’s really easy to make, inexpensive and he’ll think of you every time he sits on it.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Designsponge
Bacon!
You can really impress your dad, husband or son with gifts made from bacon. After all, what man doesn’t just adore the taste of bacon? You can create a great gift set that has bacon salt, which he can use to flavor any food he wants to add the taste of bacon to. Imagine his happiness when he can taste bacon on anything he wants. Don’t stop at bacon salt alone, though. Add bacon jam and bacon candies to your gift basket to really make him smile. You can create the entire gift set, including the jars and a nice basket, for under $25 and did we mention that it tastes like bacon?
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Prettyorganized
Wine Bottle Tumblers
Give him a set of his own special “manly” tumblers. You can make these great glasses from old wine bottles. They are much thicker than most store bought tumblers so they’re perfect for any man in your life and it gives you something to do with those empty wine bottles. You will need a bottle cutter that you can pick up on Amazon plus a few other supplies but if you already have the bottles on hand, you’re halfway there. These would be a great gift set for his man-cave. They’re really easy to do even if you’ve never cut glass before and they’re environmentally friendly as well because you’re recycling.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Britco
Shrinky Dink Tie Tacks
Give him a set of his own special “manly” tumblers. You can make these great glasses from old wine bottles. They are much thicker than most store bought tumblers so they’re perfect for any man in your life and it gives you something to do with those empty wine bottles. You will need a bottle cutter that you can pick up on Amazon plus a few other supplies but if you already have the bottles on hand, you’re halfway there. These would be a great gift set for his man-cave. They’re really easy to do even if you’ve never cut glass before and they’re environmentally friendly as well because you’re recycling.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Ohhappyday
Dad’s Special Massage Shirt
This great massage shirt lets you give something special and let’s dad play with the kids at the same time. It’s a shirt that has roads and other items drawn on so he can lie in the floor and the kids can roll their cars over his back. They’ll adore the extra playing time with dad and he’ll love the feeling of the cars massaging his back at the same time. You just need a plain white t-shirt and fabric paint to create the play scene. The images are completely downloadable so you just have to trace them off onto the shirt and then fill them in with fabric paint.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Thebluebasket
No-Sew Slipper Socks
Get dad something he can really use and something that does not require you to sew. These slipper socks are perfect for dads who like to relax and unwind at the end of the day and they are super easy to put together. You make them with a pair of relatively thick socks, a piece of cardboard and a few other materials. You can do these in whatever colors or styles you want, depending on the socks that you buy and thick socks really aren’t terribly expensive so this is a gift that you can create for around $5 depending on where you buy your socks.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit -Marthastewart
Tres Desk Lamp
Dad will adore this unique desk lamp in his work or home office and you will love how easy it is to make. You’ll need a few basic tools so raid dad’s toolbox before beginning. The materials include dowel rods, cording, cardboard, electrical cord and plug and a light bulb and light socket. It looks much more complicated than it is and it’s a great way to give him a little extra light at his work desk. Plus, it’s really unique. No one else in the office will have a tres desk lamp so he’ll feel extra special when you make this for him.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Instructables
Remote Cookies
If you are looking to create something to satisfy his sweet tooth, these remote cookies are the perfect Father’s Day present. They look just like the television remote and the recipe is easy to create and delicious. Make an entire batch of these with little messages on each and serve them up as a special Father’s Day dessert for all the dads in your life or just create one special one for that special dad. The template is really easy to create and you just have to fill them in with colored icing or you can use edible markers and then just make the buttons from candy or icing.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Somewhatsimple
Comic Book Coasters
These comic book coasters are perfect for any dad who is into superheroes and comic book characters. They are so easy to make and if you have the supplies on hand, like metal discs and old comic books, they won’t cost you anything. You can do them in whatever characters he likes and mod podge will hold them all together perfectly. Let the kids help you to cut out the pages that you want to use and you can create a nice holder for them, too if you want. They’re great for the man cave or the living room, just wherever you think he’ll want to show off his favorite superheroes.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Modpodgerocksblog
Black and Tan Beer Soap
Imagine dads surprise when you give him beer soap for Father’s Day. The soap contains coconut, olive and palm oils as well as lye (that’ll really make him feel manly), beer and fragrance oils. He’ll love the smell and the fact that his bar soap actually contains real beer. You will need a mold and you can do this in a traditional soap bar shape or mix it up a little and make it in fun shapes that he will really love. This is a great gift idea for all of the dads on your gift list this Father’s Day. They will all really appreciate your work and they’ll certainly want to brag to their friends about their beer soap.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Soapqueen
Bicycle Frame Lunch Bag
If dad loves to bike, this lunch bag is the perfect gift. He can strap it onto the frame of his bike and take along his lunch or snacks whenever he goes on long rides. This is a really easy sewing project so even if you don’t normally use the sewing machine, you’ll be able to create this in about an hour or so. It uses Velcro to attach to the frame of the bicycle so it’s not in the way anywhere and there are no worries of losing it from a basket when biking. This is a great, really inexpensive and very useful gift idea.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Evilmadscientist
DIY Stamped Leather Tie Clip
A customized stamped lather tie clip is a great gift for dads who tend to wear suits regularly. To make this, you will need a small piece of relatively thick leather, a craft knife, a tie clip – you can get these for about $1 at craft stores – strong glue, a hammer and a punch set with letters and numbers. Or, you can do this in any design that you want as long as you have a punch for it. Make dad a really unique leather tie clip with his initials or whatever you want to put on it. If you are a really avid leather crafter, you could also dye it.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Lovelyindeed
Comic Book Style Superhero Pillow
Some comic book fabric will allow you to create a great superhero pillow that dad can use whenever he’s relaxing. Men love their superheroes as much as little boys do and he will really adore this pillow that is made in comic book style. You have to cut the fabric in different shapes and then assemble to look like his favorite comic book. It’s a bit easier than it looks and you can actually make it in any size that you need, provided you have the fabric available. Just add stuffing and a back and you have a wonderful gift that he will really enjoy relaxing with.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Cherishedbliss
Tin Can Treats
Some empty tin cans (that you can recycle from canned fruits and vegetables) and dad’s favorite treats go together perfectly to create canned treats that he will love. You need to be sure and clean the cans well and it’s probably best if you have a can opener that removes the entire top so that there are no sharp edges. It will also allow you to attach the top back on perfectly once you’ve filled the can with treats. Just print off labels to glue on and dress them up however you like. These are great in a gift basket or just all by themselves.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Ourbestbites
Magnetic Board
Create something special that dad can hang in his office with this magnet board. You simply have to purchase a magnetic strip board (or make one if you can) and then laminate photos and add magnets to the back. He can display his favorite pictures of the family. You can also prepare the photos with decoupage and some freezer paper and this works really well. You can purchase strips of magnets and then simply cut them down to size and add a few special messages as well. This is an inexpensive and really easy gift idea that he is sure to love.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Whipperberry
DIY Hand Warmers
Granted, most areas of the world aren’t really cold come Father’s Day but these hand warmers are still a wonderful gift idea. If dad loves to hunt or fish, they’re perfect to add to his supplies and will keep his hands toasty warm on those really cold mornings. You create them out of whatever fabric you have on hand and then fill with rice. To use, dad just has to pop them in the microwave for about 20 seconds and they’ll keep his hands warm even on the coldest of days – when colder weather comes around again.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Raeannkelly
DIY Map Cufflinks
You can find a number of suppliers of cufflink blanks or you may be able to pick them up at your local craft supply store. Once you have the cufflink blanks, just cut an old map and create these beautiful map cufflinks. This entire project shouldn’t cost you more than $10 and that’s including the cost of a map if you don’t have one that you can use. Choose a special location like his favorite vacation spot or your neighborhood or just do a generic map, your choice. Either way, he’ll love his cufflinks and you’ll love the ease of making them and their inexpensive price tag.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Blog.maps
Roll Up Tool Organizer
If dad is a tool lover and does quite a bit of DIY, this roll up tool organizer is the perfect gift. If you have an embroidery machine, you can even stitch in numbers or do them by hand if you want. The organizer is really easy to put together and can hold his wrenches and other tools, plus they’re all numbered so they will stay perfectly organized from now on. You can do this in denim, leather or just about any other fabric that you may want so it’s easy to customize and make perfect for the special dad in your life.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Craftstylish
Gatsby Hat
If he likes to wear hats, this Gatsby hat is a great choice for Father’s Day. It’s often difficult to find the perfect hat but when you make it for him, you can do it in the specific color and/or material that he wants. Plus, Gatsby hats are just really cool so he will adore wearing it. It’s a little more difficult and detailed than other sewing projects but definitely worth the work and if you already have some material on hand to use, this one won’t cost you anything but some time. Depending on your sewing level, it could take several hours to put together but again, it’s worth it.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Aboutgoodness
Vintage Photo Pillow
Give dad something really special for the chair or couch in his office with this DIY vintage photo pillow. If you can’t print on fabric with your printer, you can order these online and they’re really inexpensive. You just need to choose the photo that you are going to use, print it onto a piece of plain fabric and then sew the pillow with the fabric photo on top. These are pretty easy to make and look really nice. You can do whatever color or design you want for the pillow base and make it any size you need. These are great for those dads that seem to have everything.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Polkadotchair
Adjustable Grilling Apron
Most dads today are kinds of their grills. If yours is one of them, make him this great adjustable grilling apron for Father’s Day. The great part about this apron, aside from how easy it is to make, is that it has a nice pocket on front that can hold grilling supplies and tools. You can spend a little extra time and embroider a special message on the front if you want but it looks great even without any additions. Plus, it’s completely adjustable so it’s easy to get it the perfect size.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Purlbee
Candy Grams
You can turn an ordinary (or homemade) Father’s Day card into a great candy gram with dad’s favorite chocolate bar. If you’re planning on getting a card anyway, why not make it one that has a bit of chocolate inside? These are so cute and very easy to make and they hold a Hershey’s bar perfectly. You can add a little message on the outside – we love the “You’re Tie-Riffic” but you can make your own message to include. Give him your special message with a little special chocolate to enjoy, too.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Thenshemade
Wooden Bungee Organizer
With a set of bungee cords (that you can get at the Dollar Store for a buck or so), some wood stain, a couple of hobby boards and a picture hanging kit, you can give dad the perfect place for storing ties, ear buds or just about anything else. These bungee organizers cost very little to make and can come in really handy for keeping things neatly in their place. Ties hang perfectly on them or he can use them to store sunglasses or whatever else he needs to organize. Plus, the bungee cords make them perfectly manly so he’ll enjoy organizing his stuff.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Brit
Swiss Army Key Ring
What dad wouldn’t love a new Swiss Army knife for Father’s Day? Most would and this one is actually not a knife at all but a key ring. He can keep his keys organized and looking great with this Swiss Army key ring and it’s so easy to make that you’ll love it, too. This is the perfect gift for any outdoor loving dad or just any dad who may have a problem with misplaced keys from time to time. He’s sure to keep track of those keys when they’re hidden away Swiss Army knife style.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Instructables
Candy Filled Tie Pots
Make an extra special gift for dad with these planters that have their own neckties. They are easy to paint and create and when they’re finished, you can fill them with his favorite treats and snacks. You just have to paint the terra cotta planters, cut out a necktie from felt or cardstock and then decorate. Choose the snacks and sweets that he loves and then fill it up. He’ll really love the necktie on the pot but he’ll love the inside treats even more. These are inexpensive, easy to make and he can reuse them after the candy is gone to take plants to the office.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Makeit-loveit
Dad Book
Kids will really love this Dad book that they can download and create themselves. You can customize it to make it really unique for the dad in your life and he will treasure it forever. You can use downloadable templates and pages and fill them in yourself or just let the kids create their own story for dad and put it into book form. This is such an easy project. It’s really unique and costs very little. Best of all, it’s great for dads who seem to already have everything they want or need and it allows the little ones to have a hand in making his special gift.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Eighteen25
Simple Stitched Vinyl Wallet
You can pick up thin vinyl at your local craft or fabric store and then turn it into a great wallet that is completely customizable. Even if you prefer not to sew, this is a relatively easy project and one that dad is sure to appreciate. Even if he’s not really due for a new wallet, he is going to love this. Not only does it easily hold everything that he needs, it’s a lightweight wallet so it won’t weigh him down and it’s really inexpensive to make. Create stitching on the outside of the vinyl to give it a really unique look.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Howaboutorange
Hand Stamped Handkerchief
Pick up some plain white handkerchiefs (you can get them at the Dollar Store for a few bucks for a package of 3) and turn them into customized handkerchiefs just for dad. You need sticky back foam for the stamps and you can use pre-cut ones or make your own. You also need something to hold the fabric paint that you can dip the sponge into. Choose shapes that will have special meaning for dad and make him a special handkerchief or if you are buying packages of 3, create an entire themed set for him.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Papernstitchblog
Carved Leather Bracelet
Your local craft store likely has leather bracelets that you can customize. You may be able to find them with the fastening hardware already attached, which would make this project super easy. You just have to carve what you want the bracelet to say into the leather and then dye it the color that you want. This is a great project for little ones. They can tell dad what they want to say or carve pictures on the bracelet. Just be sure that you are supervising because this calls for a relatively sharp knife for carving.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Lilblueboo
Button Bow Tie
If dad is a bow tie lover, make him a really unique one out of buttons. This is a really great project and one that he is sure to appreciate, particularly if he is a fan of old-fashioned bow ties. You just have to choose the buttons to use and then attach them together into bow-tie shape using craft wire. This could also be an embellishment for picture frames or other items. Just make the bow-tie a bit smaller if you are using it for decoration and then dress up other DIY gifts with them.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Morningcreativity
DIY PJ Pants
Create these great PJ pants for dad and give him something really comfortable for lounging around the house. You just need to choose your fabric and get ready to sew. This is not a really hard project so even if you don’t use your sewing machine often, it shouldn’t take you long to get a pair of these done. Incidentally, this is a great project to create sleep pants for the entire family. Go ahead and make everyone a matching pair so that you can all wear them on Father’s Day morning when you give dad his own pair.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Sew4home
Map Wallet
If dad needs a new wallet and he’s a fan of old maps or traveling in general, you can make him a great map wallet for Father’s Day. You need map paper (or if you don’t want to do a map you could use any design that you want) and a few other supplies. It’s pretty easy to put together and doesn’t take much time. It’s a completely usable wallet and one that has plenty of room for his cash, credit cards and other necessities. Plus, it’s the perfect gift for someone who is really into old maps or whatever design you choose to use.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Bywilma
Old Fashioned Wax Seal
Imagine being able to seal envelopes with a classic and traditional wax seal. The dad in your life is sure to love this old-world idea and you will love how easy it is. You will need the brass seal which you can pick up online at a number of different places as well as glue gun sealing wax and of course, some stationary and envelopes to complete the set. This would make a wonderful gift for Father’s Day for someone who tends to like the old-world communication style of actually writing.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Honestlywtf
Baseball Glass Vase
You can create a really nice baseball etched glass bowl or vase with just a few key supplies. If your dad, or the dad in your life, loves baseball, this is an excellent DIY gift choice. You will need a round bowl and a glass etching cream, brush and stencil firm. You can buy these at a number of places online if you don’t normally do glass etching and they’re relatively inexpensive. Plus, once you have them, you’ll be able to create loads of etched glass crafts in the future. You can fill the bowl with candies or whatever you want when it’s finished.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Madiganmade
Leather Cup Jacket
Make dad a great cup with its own little leather jacket with just a scrap of leather, a waxed cord thread and a half-pint mason jar. If you don’t have a scrap of leather lying around, you can use a piece of bridle leather or something similar. You just carve it down to size and then lace it up. If you wanted to be really creative – and you have a major football fan in your midst – you could lace it pigskin style and make it look like a football. These are great and will give dad his own special drinking cup. Plus, leather will never really go out of style.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Designsponge
The Smallest Toolbox Ever
These little toolboxes are the most awesome thing ever and any dad will absolutely adore them. You make them from Altoids mint boxes and they just couldn’t be cuter. They are the perfect size for storing screws, nuts and bolts or nails and will help to keep the bigger toolbox more organized. You can make as many as you want – it’s really easy. Just paint your mint boxes red – or whatever color you want – and then attach a “handle”. Dad will love having these on hand for smaller items and you will love how easy, not to mention cheap, they are to make.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Alphamom
Colored Golf Balls
Instead of getting dad the same old boring golf balls that he gets every year for Father’s Day, make this year’s gift a bit special. You can use Rit dyes to create really neat colors that will make his golf balls very unique. This is great for covering imperfections on used balls or you can color new ones, too. The best part is it will help him to keep better tabs on his golf balls. When they get lost at the course, they will be completely different from everyone else’s so he’ll have a much easier time finding them.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Ritstudio
DIY Photo Blocks
Photo cubes are a pretty traditional gift choice but these photo blocks take it just a step further. They create a puzzle of sorts so dad can change the pictures up whenever he wants simply by turning them over and matching up the image on the opposite site. You will need a few plain wood cubes which you can find at Hobby Lobby or other craft stores as well as pictures. If you are planning to put pictures on all sides, you will need 6 pictures and if you are using 2 inch blocks, your pictures should be 4X6. Mod podge holds the pictures in place.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Starsandsunshine
Menswear Planters
If dad is a gardener, these necktie planters are a great choice. You need a few old neckties – one for each planter that you want to make – and whatever you want to plant. The process is easy and if you don’t have any neckties to use, you can pick up a few at a thrift store or yard sales for practically nothing. When you have finished making the planters, just hang them on a hanger or create a special holder for all of the ties. Dad can hang his little planters in his office or just anywhere he wants.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Blog.modcloth
Family Photo Coasters
If you want a gift idea that is easy, inexpensive and really special, these photo coasters are a great choice. You can make them from ceramic coaster molds or use any number of other materials that you may have around the house. You can pick up small ceramic tiles at your local home improvement store for less than $1 each and they make wonderful bases for the coasters. Then just crop your chosen pictures and stick them on with mod podge. What a wonderful gift for dad and at around $1 per coaster.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Arrowandheart
Personalized Pencils
With some plain lead pencils, some alphabet rub-ons and a bit of felt, you can create some wonderful personalized pencils and a case to hold them. Add some textured tape or other embellishments to make them extra special and this is a great gift that even the youngest child can help you to create. Personalize the pencils by putting dad’s name on them or let the kids spell out a special message. You can dress up the felt pencil holder with some embroidery thread. Overall, this is a really easy and very inexpensive gift.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Tonyastaab
Cast Catch-Alls
Take a baseball, apple or acorn squash, add some plaster of Paris and you have the makings of a wonderful gift for dad. Make him a catch-all for his keys or other items in his favorite shape. The baseball or whatever you are using will make the mold and once you’ve finished it, you can use acrylic paints to make it really nice. These are great for keeping smaller items on dressers or even on the foyer table for keys and change. Plus, you can make the mold out of anything that he loves so it’s a really personalized gift as well.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Spoonful
Painted Plaque
Take a cheap picture frame, some burlap canvas and some stencils and you can create a beautiful plaque that will say whatever you want it to say. This great gift can be made for less than $10 and it’s something that even the really young ones can help with. It’s a nice plaque that dad can hang on his office wall, in his man cave or in the bedroom. You can paint with Rit dye colors to make it look really elegant and the canvas is easy to print your message on.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Ritstudio
Block Pencil Holder
A wooden block can be turned into a neat pencil holder that dad can use at the office. You will need a 4X4 piece of wood and you cut the bottom at an angle so that the pencils are easy to access. Decorate however you want – with paint, stain or even Washi tape. This is a great gift that you can personalize in a thousand different ways and it’s something that is practical and useful as well. You could actually decorate it with patterned paper, sticking it on with mod podge to hold it in place.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Bhg
Memory Box
A memory box really is a great gift for dads who have everything. You need a small shadowbox, or you could create one yourself from a picture frame and some wood pieces. Just fill the box with anything you think will have special meaning. You could do this with things from your last vacation or just whatever you want. If you are making the box yourself, be sure that you secure the items in place before you assemble the box. Paint the frame if you want or decorate with any number of embellishments.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Jbmumofone
Folded Shirt Card
Instead of buying a card in the store this year, why not make dad a special card? This folded shirt card is really unique and you only need 2 things to make it. You will need decorative paper and glue. How decorate your shirt is depends on the paper that you have on hand. You can use any type of cardstock or heavier paper to make these and each one has a nice dress shirt and tie. You can fill in the inside with your special message and this will definitely be a card that he won’t forget any time soon.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Marthastewart
Luggage Handle Cover
If dad tends to travel a lot for work, this luggage handle cover is the perfect gift. You’ll think it’s perfect, too because it is so easy to make. You need 2 pieces of fabric, about 6 inches by 6 ½ inches as well a batting, Velcro and your sewing supplies. The handle cover is great because it will instantly tell dad where his luggage is. Instead of looking at multiple bags that look just like his when picking up his luggage at the airport, he can simply look for the handle cover you’ve made him, which makes it much faster to get out of the airport and on his way home.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Littlebirdiesecrets
Homemade Fishing Pole
Seriously, what dad wouldn’t absolutely love a new fishing pole for Father’s Day? Here is one that you can make yourself and it’s fully functional. It’s so rustic looking that he’s sure to adore it and he’ll adore you for giving him a new tool for his favorite hobby. The pole itself is made from bamboo which you can pick up at most home improvement stores. The reel is made from a thread spool and a few other key supplies. You can make the gift even better by taking him fishing on his special day.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Blog.imaginechildhood
DIY Suspenders
These suspenders are fashionable and they’re really easy to make. They take very few supplies and you can turn them out in about an hour or so. If the dad in your life loves wearing suspenders, these are the perfect gift. You can do a couple pairs in different colors to make the gift extra special or just do the one. They are really easy to customize and you can make them any size you need, although they are made to be adjustable. If you want something easy, inexpensive and best of all, something that dad will really enjoy wearing, make him suspenders.
DIY Instructions and Project Credit - Abeautifulmess
