Stumped by how to celebrate the great dads in your life this Father’s Day? I was too, so I decided to ask around. Anyone need another ‘World’s Greatest Dad’ coffee mug? “Comes in handy for breakfast in bed — hint, hint.” Need another fun and colorful tie? “Not so much.” So what do you really need?? “Nothing.” Not much to go on there…
The obvious answer, since no dad will ever admit that they really ‘need’ anything, is to give him something he wouldn’t get himself. So I have to go with my gut, think outside the box and get my guys something they’ll love. Since each dad in my life is uniquely special, the same gift will not cover everyone.
When Team Elfster put together our top picks for Father’s Day giving, we kept that in mind. Dads come in all types and styles, so our Father’s Day Gift Guide reflect that in the nearly 50 great gift ideas for the “Best. Dad. Ever.” in your life. Here are just a few of my favorites:
For The Top Chef
When I was a girl, some of my favorite moments were spent in the kitchen with my grandfather, who was quite the chef. I now have some of his favorite “seasoned” pans and still prepare some of his unique dishes. My dad still spends much of his time in the kitchen, so I guess they could be considered my “Top Chefs.” Many of the delicacies created by both were delicious, but very meat-oriented meals, so I am always drawn to a delicious barbecue. If you have a guy with a little extra time on his hands, check out Franklin Barbecue: A Meat-Smoking Manifesto, a New York Times best selling complete meat- and brisket-cooking education from the country’s most celebrated pitmaster and owner of the wildly popular Austin restaurant Franklin Barbecue. It may be just the thing for your Top Chef, too.
For His Man Cave
(Or any corner of your home he can call his own.) When we travel, we make it a habit to taste all the local flavors, including the craft beers. Help him discover and remember his favorites along the way with this handmade Beer Cap Map USA from Uncommon Goods. I bet he’ll be up for the challenge to fill this clever map, as each tiny cap tells a story of a great day spent doing something he loves. Discover other great ideas for the “beer guys,” like my awesome brother-in-laws, in Elfster’s Bar & Grub Gift Guide.
For the Tech Guy
I must admit, my husband handles most of the technology in our house, and that’s one thing we can’t live without. One thing I can live without is the jumble of cords that comes along with it. Guess you can call me the organizer, since I was really excited to find a way to control that cord clutter in a quick and easy way that makes life easier for both of us. CB2’s Cord Taco set of 5 leather, half moon organizers keep loose cords neat and knot-free. Wrap earbuds, USB cables and other gadget cords into a tidy bundle secured with a single metal snap. Hooray for clear kitchen counters! Browse Elfster’s Gadget Gifts guide for other handy tech tips.
If it must be a mug…
The elves at Elfster have a unique idea for that, too! Make it a modern twist on the old classic with the His Mustache Mug from World Market. It’s the perfect pick for coffee lovers everywhere and saves on coffee confusion in the wee hours of the morning. It’s a great gift from the kids, too, and is sure to become his new favorite.
Remember — Father’s Day is Sunday, June 19. Be sure to celebrate your dad and all the other dads in your life — husbands, father-in-laws, stepfathers, brother-in-laws, would-be future dads, your uncles, and brothers. Let them know how much you love and appreciate them with a unique gift that’s “out of the box” great! If they see something they love, remind them to add it to their own Elfster wish list to give you a few hints…
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