Father's Day Gift Ideas

At a loss for Fathers Day gift ideas? Why not shower Dad with an intangible present that can't be wrapped but is sure to please? This Father's Day, give the gift of time. Instead of presenting Dad with yet another tie or dress shirt, Moms, sons and daughters can give quality time. Most busy blue and white collar workers either don't make or take time for leisurely activities. Handmade coupons redeemable for one hour, two hours, or an entire weekend of fun in the sun or a shady hammock are unique presents that keep on giving. Dad can use the coupons for whatever he wants: an extra hour sleeping in on the weekends, a whole eight hours to go fishing, or three or four hours to take Mom out for a romantic dinner. But in order to make the timely coupons work, kids need to volunteer to do Dad's chores around the house. Busy Dads will love redeeming kids' coupons for cutting the grass, taking out the trash, or washing the car, all without asking.

Traditionally celebrated on the third Sunday in June, Father's Day is a perfect way to say, I love you. Contrary to New Age ideology, men play a significant role in the traditional family unit. While Moms may nurture and coddle, Dads help children develop into mentally and emotionally secure young adults. The guidance and instruction Dads give is invaluable in helping children become wholesome, well adjusted and productive members of society. Proverbs 4:1-4 shares insight about the value of a father's guidance: "Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law. For I was my father's son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother. He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live." Fathers Day gift ideas offer unique ways to express appreciation for Dads who invest time, love and effort in helping to raise children.

Unique Fathers Day gift ideas can go from practical to quirky; but for gentlemen who already have plenty of leisure time, tickets to sporting events are second to none. Men are really big boys who never outgrow the love of competitive sports. Front row seats or a season pass to watch a favorite basketball or football team with the guys will go a long way in showing a father how much Mom and the kids really care. In addition to season tickets, most guys love wearing sweatshirts, ball caps, and jackets emblazoned with a favorite team logo, or even mugs and banners anything to keep up the team spirit. And for a man, the next best thing to a team favorite is a great home cooked meal. An old adage says, "The best way to a man's heart is through his stomach." When it comes to gifting, most men love the idea of wives, daughters, and sons preparing a favorite home cooked meal or dessert. Dads who frequently travel and are forced to eat takeout will love a meal fit for a king. Fathers day gift ideas could include homemade meals featuring Mom's slow-cooked, savory roast beef and gravy, fresh-picked homemade apple pie, or made-from-scratch turkey and dressing. Whatever tickles Dads taste buds is sure to satisfy.

If Mom and the kids are still at a loss for great ideas, the local shopping mall, online catalog, or gourmet boutique may offer some suggestions. Fathers Day gift baskets are popular and can be customized to suit any taste or hobby. Baskets for avid golfers could include portable items such as tees, balls, golf shirts, or gloves. Tossing in a golfing book or prepaid green fee will hit a home run with Dad. Fishermen will love unusual baskets made from tackle boxes filled to the brim with fishing lures, sinkers, or artificial bait. The important thing is to make sure that Fathers Day gift baskets reflect Dad's personality. Most men love the idea that someone actually took time to fill a basket with usable items that mirror who they are as individuals. Dads on the go and frequent-flying fathers will delight in custom baskets that travel. Small leather toiletry cases can be attractively assembled with designer shaving creams and lotions; monogrammed silver or chrome manicure sets, hair brushes or combs; or Dad's favorite travel-sized cologne in a large leather bound wicker basket for a masculine touch. Two airline tickets to an exotic Hawaiian island or seaside resort tucked inside the basket is sure to wow both Mom and Dad!

With a little creativity and patience, constructing Fathers Day gift baskets is a breeze. Make sure to buy a sturdy basket or durable container and fill it with a few of Dad's favorite things. Select five to seven larger items with smaller ones thrown in for good balance. Empty spaces can be filled in with dried raffia or natural grasses. Once the basket is filled and pleasing to the eye, the container and contents can be shrink-wrapped to hold their shape and appearance. Novelty shops may offer shrink-wrapping services, and local craft stores usually carry material which shrinks with a hot blow dryer. For those who are not so handy, shopping malls, boutiques, gourmet food stores and online designer basket companies will assemble and ship Fathers Day gift baskets almost anywhere in the world. The cost of the basket will depend largely on the cost of its contents, its size and construction. Smaller baskets cost $20, while larger custom ones can range $150 to $200 or more. No matter what Mom and the kids decide to give Dad for Fathers Day, make sure it's wrapped up in lots of love.

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