20 Father’s Day DIY Gift Ideas
Can you believe Father’s Day is right around the corner?! If you’re looking for something unique to give to a special dad this year, this list of great Father’s Day DIY gift ideas will help you out.
Gifts don’t have to be expensive to be nice, and handmade gifts are so thoughtful and meaningful. This list has some simple and elegant gifts that anyone would love—dad, grandpa, brother, friend, cousin, or uncle. From mustache mugs to comfy pajama pants, there’s something for everyone!
20 Father’s Day DIY Gift Ideas
1. DIY Photo Playing Cards via A Beautiful Mess
Coming up with a gift that is both fun and nostalgic can be tricky, but these DIY photo playing cards fit the bill! You could select photos of fun family memories or dad’s favorite things to put together a deck of cards he’ll love to show off on game night.
2. Father’s Day Personalized Magnet Board via Whipperberry
For something with more of a personal touch, this is such a wonderful idea! Personalize with photos and decorate it however you’d like. I just love the free printable it comes with. So precious!
3. DIY Sharpie Mustache Mug via One Little Project
Okay. Seriously? These are so adorable! Bonus: they are useful. What a great gift idea for the coffee lover!
4. Bottle Cap Fishing Lures via 2 little hooligans
If dad loves to fish, he’ll appreciate these useful lures. Better yet, use bottle caps from his favorite brews to make it even more personal.
5. Rosemary Pine Beard Balm via Grow Forage Cook Ferment
This blend of moisturizing ingredients and aromatic fragrances can keep dad’s beard full, healthy, and smelling good.
6. DIY Pre-Shave and After-Shave via One Project Closer
Dad is sure to love this essential oil recipe! The smells of lavender, valor, and orange are soothing. He might become addicted to these all-natural shaving recipes.
7. Father’s Day Grillin’ Towel via Craft Whatever
This is a very simple sewing tutorial to make a handmade grilling towel for dad. I do not sew, and this doesn’t even look too intimidating to me! A good portion of it is iron-on patches. I love that this towel is masculine and elegant!
8. DIY Glass Paperweights via In My Own Style
These are so simple and so great for dad’s desk! They look really easy to make—just some simple decoupage!
9. Little Handmade Notebooks via See Kate Sew
These little notebooks are so cute, so simple, and so perfect for anyone who loves writing things down. Dad can jot down thoughts, to-do lists, ramblings, doodles, or notes.
10. Comfy Pajama Pants via Sew 4 Home
What dad doesn’t love to lounge around the house in comfy PJ pants? Follow this easy sewing tutorial for some DIY pajama pants for dad!
11. Beer Bouquet via Unoriginal Mom
If dad can’t resist a good brew, his favorite Father’s Day gift might be a six-pack of his favorite libation. But this project can transform that six-pack into a fun, festive gift he’ll treasure to the last drop.
12. Monogrammed Cufflinks via The Purl Bee
Want something a little bit more elegant? Try your hand at these monogrammed cufflinks!
13. Paint Dipped Golf Tees by Design Improvised
While this project is super simple, it puts a fun, personal touch on golf tees. Dad might be the envy of all the next time he hits the links!
14. Rustic Pencil Holder via Strawberry Chic
This rustic pencil holder is awesome for the artistic father, but even if dad isn’t an artist, he can use it to store regular pens and pencils at his desk! The natural look adds elegance and simplicity.
15. MacGyver-Style Chess Set via Wonder How To
Make dad innovative, unique chess pieces using nuts and bolts! Not only is it super clever, it looks like putting the pieces together would be a fun challenge.
16. DIY Men’s Wallet via Jinky’s Crafts Designs
If you want to get really crafty, you can try your hand at this homemade men’s wallet!
17. Comic Book Coasters via Mod Podge Rocks!
These coasters might be the perfect gift for your favorite comic book lover! You can use real comic books or printouts, but whatever you do, don’t touch dad’s comic book collection for your crafting project!
18. Hand Painted Mouse Pad via Design Sponge
Paint a custom mouse pad for a dad who is frequently on the computer. Don’t worry if you’re not artistic—you get to use stencils, so even inexperienced artists can give it a try.
19. DIY Spice Containers for Grill Rubs via Kojodesigns
For the dad who loves to grill or cook, this is a unique gift idea that is really simple to make.
20. DIY Grilling Prep Plates via These Little Loves
Going along with the same theme, you can make these custom grilling prep plates that are sure to be useful for the dad who grills out frequently!
Do you enjoy making homemade DIY gifts? What other ideas have you tried that you might add to this list?
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Chenea Foster via Facebook
Thanks for these great ideas. I’m running out of time!