Father’s Day is coming up fast on Sunday, June 16th, 2024, so it’s time to pick out a gift for Dad! If you’re struggling to come up with any good ideas, and your bids for suggestions or requests go unanswered, consider the great gift options in our guide below.
Engraved Wooden Watch
$48+ from Betallo via Etsy.com
This classic-style, analog watch crafted from sustainable rosewood is made to order and can be personalized with a message to Dad. Engrave up to 25 words in a choice of typefaces or opt for no engraving. The watch comes in a special gift box and ships from California.
Nostalgia Electric Ice Cream Maker
Does your Dad have a sweet tooth? Gift him this vintage-style ice cream maker so he can whip up his own homemade treats in no time. The machine makes 4 quarts of soft serve, frozen yogurt or gelato in around 20 minutes, and all the churning is done by an electric motor. Recipes are included.
Handmade Marble Solitaire Board Game
$75+ from CraftxCode via Etsy.com
This handmade solitaire board game offers Dad the fun of a timeless solo game and it also looks great as desktop decor. The 11-inch board is hand-crafted from solid hardwood (walnut, padauk and maple) in a small garage shop in Southern California. Provide your own marbles or add a set of glass marbles to the order.
Garden Kneeler Pad
For a green-thumbed dad who loves to spend time in the garden, this high-quality kneeler pad makes a thoughtful and useful Father’s Day gift. With almost 2 inches of thick padding, the sturdy garden kneeler will help Dad garden in greater comfort. It is covered in heavy waxed canvas with leather accents and has a pocket to hold small tools, seeds e.t.c. This gift is from The Celtic Farm shop, which is run by farmers and avid gardens in Loomis, California.
Baking School: Lessons and Recipes for Every Baker
$29.95 from King Arthur Baking
The comprehensive “Baking School” cookbook from King Arthur Flour is a great gift idea for dads who are new to baking. Lifelong bakers will also appreciate such a wealth of handy tips and extensively tested recipes. The 400-page hardback book features clear instructions, lots of details and explanations throughout seven chapters, among them sourdough basics, yeast breads, cakes and cookies.
Build-Your-Own Bluetooth and FM Radio
For audiophile dads and tinkerer dads, give a gift of this awesome kit that includes everything he needs to build a radio. The fully functional finished product features an FM tuner, USB ports, aux cables and Bluetooth connectivity. The kit includes full, clear instructions. The project is estimated to take under an hour from start to finish.
Quiet 2 Earplugs
Give Dad the truly unrivaled gift of peace and quiet with a set of these best-selling Quiet 2 earplugs from Loop Earplugs. The flexible, soft-touch silicone ear plugs promise powerful noise reduction and an ultra-comfy fit. They’re reusable, easy to clean and available in a choice of four colors. Each set comes with four different ear tip sizes and a keychain carry case.
Smokey Bear Logo Tee
$29+ from The Landmark Project
Wherever Dad goes while wearing his Father’s Day gift of a Smokey Bear logo tee, he will be spreading an important message about wildfire prevention. The T-shirt, a blend of cotton and recycled polyester, is available in five colors. All star the famous face of Smokey Bear licensed through the U.S. Forest Service. Plus, 10% of proceeds go toward wildfire prevention education.
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