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Father's Day is quickly approaching, and I know I'm always hoping to find fun, meaningful gifts for my husband, Tyler (on behalf of our kids, of course). So, while I'm shopping for him, I'll share a few of the best ideas I run across.
Tyler is probably the more sentimental one of the 2 of us, so I know he'd appreciate something that tugs at his heart strings. However, he probably has enough homemade handprint & picture gifts for now - ha! If you're looking for the heartfelt Father's Day gifts, here are a few that I thought were pretty sweet without being sappy.
Create Your Own View Finder Reel: Did you have one of these toys as a kid? Here's a fun, nostalgic spin on it (sorry about that Dad joke!). Just go through their system of inputting the photos & any captions. They produce the reel & include a viewfinder for $29.95 plus shipping. Various upgrades are available, too!
Personalized Penny Keychain: Perfect for the brand new Dad, a sweet little hand-stamped keychain to mark the year that made them a dad. Also, will serve as a helpful reminder of how old their oldest kid is! (Hey - maybe I need this one...) And it's just under $11!
Personalized Vinyl Record: If you're shopping for a music lover, here's a good one! You can have the lyrics of a song that's special to him as a Father written out on a record. It also includes a personalized label & is framed beautifully. Any songs that your husband & kid like to play air guitar to? A lullaby he sings to your little ones? A special album that reminds him of his own Dad? (Price ranges from around $40-50 depending on the options you choose.)
We've recently been introducing our oldest 2 to some of the great franchises in pop culture: Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Super Hero movies (particularly Marvel). Are you shopping for a super fan of one of these franchises? Let's take a peek at some great options.
"Speak Friend and Enter" Sign: Here's a fun little welcome sign for the Tolkien fans. And it's handmade! This shop has a few "scratch & dent" options that might be good for those on a tighter budget this year. Prices for those start at $15.95.
Star Wars T-Shirt: A little Star Wars humor for those who understand such things. I do not, but I know I am firmly in the minority on that. This online shop has so many great choices, including non-Star Wars designs - go take a look!
I Love You 3000 Keychain: Inspired by the sweetest little exchange between Tony Stark & his daughter, this little keychain is just too adorable! Seeing as we have one daughter, I can see this being a perfect gift from her to her Daddy.
Yeah, I don't understand a lot of this humor, but I'm sure it's hilarious! Maybe I'll have to ask Tyler what they all mean...
Personalized Leather Laptop Sleeve: For something a little nicer, how about a protective case for his laptop? Here's a really beautiful handmade option that you can personalize.
Floppy Disk Coasters: A nostalgic gift for those of use who remember the days of the floppy disk. (The real questions is who remembers the bigger disks that were actually floppy?!)
My husband is a huge sports fan. Like he records the games he misses & avoids spoilers until he gets the chance to experience the game for himself. THis is definitely one of the categories of gifts that my kids & I are always looking at for him.
Pickleball Legend T-shirt: Pickleball is all the rage right now. Even our tiny little town is in on the trend. Have you tried it yet?
Handmade Wooden Baseball Coasters: Sold in sets of 2 or 4, these are great for Dad's desk or (if he's so lucky) his man cave. This shop also has a basketball option if that's more his game.
Sunday Funday Football Socks: OK - so most Dads probably don't want another pair of socks, but these socks are special. John's Crazy Socks is a company founded by a father-son team. They are on a mission to bring a smile to your face. They have so many fun options & they give back to organizations like the Special Olympics. Can't beat that!
Dads are called to follow the example of Jesus as they lead in their families. Those are some big footsteps to walk in! As we say a prayer for our husbands & fathers as they bear such an incredible responsibility, let's also take a look at some great tools that can build them up & cheer them on their way.
Dad Tired & Loving It by Jerrad Lopes: The Dad Tired Podcast has been an encouragement to my husband & this book has as well. Lots of practical truths from a guy who's in the trenches of fatherhood. Definitely a helpful gift.
Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God's Work by Timothy Keller: I bought this for Tyler because the subject matter sounded so important - how does the work we do fit into the work God's doing? Plus, Tim Keller is a tremendous writer & speaker. Anything by him is bound to be a blessing to your spiritual walk.
Foundations: 12 Biblical Truths to Shape a Family: I've been following Ruth Chou Simons for a while now because of her beautiful artwork & encouraging words, so I preordered this book ASAP. She & her husband wrote this book as a tool for Christian families to use as they disciple their families. The Simonses have 6 boys - college-aged down to elementary - so they know a thing or 2 about parenting!
There you have it - a mixture of various interests & levels of sentimentality. I hope you found some gems for the Dads you might be shopping for this year. Or maybe at least something sparked a good idea for you! If you're still stumped, I have quite a few other ideas on my Pinterest board that I didn't get a chance to highlight here. There are also a few fun little project ideas for the kids. Click below to find it. And don't forget to follow me on Pinterest for more ideas!
Happy shopping!
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