Father's Day 2023: Creative DIY ideas to make customised gifts

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s time to celebrate the amazing dads in our lives. While a classic necktie or a pair of socks may be the go-to gifts, why not think outside the box this year? Let’s explore some creative and meaningful gift ideas that go beyond the traditional, and truly reflect a dad’s personality and interests. 

3 things you need to know

• Father's Day was first celebrated in the United States in 1910.
• The inspiration for Father's Day came from Mother's Day.
• Father's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world, but not all on the same day. 

DIY gift ideas to honour your dad

Homemade BBQ Sauce 

If your father enjoys grilling, consider making a special homemade BBQ sauce just for him. Look up recipes online and customise the ingredients according to his taste preferences. Package it in a nicely labelled jar or bottle.

(Make homemade BBQ sauce | Image: Shutterstock)

DIY Tool Organiser 

If your father is handy and enjoys working with tools, create a customised tool organiser. You can use a wooden board or a pegboard, paint it, and add hooks or holders to hang these tools neatly. 

(Using pegboard to make tool organiser | Image: Shutterstock)

Handmade Leather Keychain 

If you’re feeling crafty, create a personalised leather keychain for your father. Purchase some leather scraps or strips and cut them into desired shapes. Add initials, meaningful symbols, or his favourite sports team logo using leather stamping tools. Finish it off with a keyring attachment. 

(Customised leather keychain is another thoughtful gift for your dad | Image: Shutterstock)

Coupon Booklet 

Design a coupon booklet filled with vouchers for various activities or services you can offer your father. Include things like one home-cooked meal of your choice, Aaday of car detailing, or a weekend of assistance with household chores. Personalise the coupon based on his preferences and add some fun illustrations. 

(Gift personalised coupon booklet | Image: Shutterstock)

Memory Jar 

Get a mason jar or any decorative container and fill it with small notes or memories. Write down special moments you’ve shared with your father, inspirational quotes or reasons why you appreciate him. Decorate the jar with ribbons or stickers, and he can pick out a note whenever he wants to relive those memories. 

(Prepare a memory jar with messages | Image: Shutterstock)

Homemade shaving kit 

Create a personalised shaving kit for your father. Get a small basket or a wooden box and fill it with homemade shaving cream, aftershave lotion, and a handmade shaving brush. You can find recipes for these products online, or you can purchase natural and organic alternatives. 

(Organised homemade shaving kit for your dad | Image: Shutterstock)

Personalised coasters 

Make customised coasters by decorating plain ceramic tiles with paint, makers, or decoupage techniques. You can use family photos, meaningful quotes or designs related to his hobbies. 

(Customised coasters for your dad | Image: Shutterstock)

Remember, the goal is to make Father’s Day gifts more meaningful and memorable. Think about your dad’s passions, hobbies, and interests, and tailor the gifts accordingly. Whether it’s a personalised item, an unforgettable experience, a handmade treasure, or a sentimental gesture, the thought and efforts being the gift will undoubtedly make him feel loved and appreciated. 

This Father’s Day, let’s go beyond the traditional necktie and show our dads just how much they mean to us. Embrace creativity, thoughtfulness, and love as you choose the perfect gift that reflects the unique qualities of your dad. Celebrate the bond you share and make this Father’s Day a truly unforgettable one.