Father's Day Gifts

Father's Day always approaches fast and a lot of us get caught with last minute gifts. Instead of getting him another boring tie , why not go for something more creative? Your dad will definitely appreciate the extra thought. It's not always easy telling your pops how you feel about him, but don't worry, this guide is here to help you pick out the perfect gift. Getting him something that shows how much you appreciate how hard he works and how glad you are that he's your father is easier than you think. Just think of his interests or his hobbies to start narrowing your choices or maybe get him to try something new. Does he love golf? He might appreciate a new golf bag . You only get one dad and he deserves nothing but the best. Take a look below for some extra help!

Think of his Interests

If your dad has a favourite hobby or interest, you can't go wrong with a gift that relates to it. Does he enjoy running? Maybe he needs some new running gear . Some new grilling equipment will give him excuse to use the grill  everyday. If he's an outdoors type, maybe some new camping equipment  for his next trip out or a new tackle box  for his next fishing  excursion. Anything that helps your father enjoy himself or get more out of his free time is a great way to go. Here are some tips and gift suggestions.

Tips

• Buy for him, not for you. You may love that stylish golf shirt , but he may prefer a less expensive brand.
• Don't over do it. While creativeness and thoughtfulness are important, you can show him how much you love him with a simple gift--as long as its meaningful.
• Don't be afraid to buy for the kid in him. Maybe he has a favourite hobby from his younger days that he hasn't tried in a while.
• Try doing something together to show him you want to get involved in his interests. If he has all the tennis equipment  he needs, maybe you could schedule some court time for him to give you a few pointers.

Gift Suggestions

Some gifts to consider, for Dads with a wide range of interests. If he's into music, travel, cooking, the latest gadgets, chess, or all of those things, these might be of interest to him.

Headphones Does he love music or use his portable DVD player  often? Some new headphones may be exactly what he needs!	Guide Books  Does he love to travel and need some help finding the next exotic location? A guide book will help him find his way around a foreign city.	Kitchen Knives  or Grilling Utensils  Give him an excuse to use the grill with some new cooking tools!	GPS Like most men, your father probably hates asking for directions. With a new GPS system, he'll never have to!	Chess Sets  If chess is one of his favourite games, surprise him with a classy chess set and challenge him to the first game.

Some More Ideas

Of course, instead of a practical gift, you might want to get him something that's pure entertainment, like DVDs or videogames. You might want to tap into his more creative side with a musical instrument, or get him something he might want but not get himself, like skin care products. These presents give you several options along those lines.

Guitar  Was he once a great guitar player? Get him back into it with a new one. Or maybe he's always wanted to learn. Get him some lessons  to get him started.	DVD Every guy has a favourite film or genre. Get him that new action flick or a classic movie he loves.	Games Console  You're never too old to get into videogames, and an Xbox or Wii might be just the thing for a Dad with some free time.	Skin Care Kit Give him a chance to pamper himself with a handy skin care kit.	Shaving Kits  Does he take pride in his looks? Help him keep his face tidy with a new shaving kit.

Yet More Ideas

If you're looking to really splash out and get him something expensive, check out these pricier gift suggestions. 

Golf Clubs  If he loves golf, get him some clubs. How else is he gonna play?	Mountain Bike  If he's the outdoorsy type, a mountain bike is a great, fun way to get exercise.	Television  A widescreen TV is a gift not only for him, but the whole family.	Suit  Whether he has to wear it to the office or just for special occasions, this is always a solid gift choice.	Laptop  If he's had his laptop any time at all it's almost certainly been usurped by a newer model, so get him the latest computer to keep him up to date.

Personalised Gifts

If you really want your gift to have that personal touch, then the best way to go about it is to get a personalised gift. A gift with your father's name on it or a special message from you will show that you put in that extra bit of thought and care.

Circus Personalised Mug  A bunch of cups that spell out a message when put side by side add up to a gift that is both practical and affectionate.	Personalised 12 Year Old Orkney Malt  Everyone loves whisky, and whisky with your name on it... that's gotta make a man feel like a king.	Personalised Key Ring  Every time he opens his car door, he'll be reminded of how much you care.	I Love Dad Porcelain Magnets  Again, a caring message and a practical item together make a gift that succeeds on all fronts.	Monogram Pebble  What do you get for the man who has everything? A monogrammed pebble, obviously.

Bonding Time

Every year, without meaning to, you tend to spend less and less time with your dad. Growing up is hard and you and he often have more important things going on and may not be able to spend as much time together as you want to. Believe me, he would love getting some more time together as well, and you can't go wrong with scheduling some extra family time. Whether it's an activity just for the two of you or for your whole family, he will appreciate your time and attention.

To Do Together

• Take a trip together. Maybe a short ski trip or go to a favourite spot.
• Share an activity. Sign up for a charity bike race together or schedule a fishing trip.
• Take him to dinner. He'll really enjoy not paying and not arranging everything for once.
• Try event tickets. He'll love going to a game with you to cheer on his favourite team or going to a play he's never seen before.
• Maybe you could go to a museum together or you could even just treat him to the movies.

Personalize It

If you want to make it extra special here are some quick tips:

Quick Tips

• Try engraving. Adding the date or a special message will make a gift that much more meaningful.  Monograms are extra nice.
• If you're going for the more sentimental approach, you could make a scrapbook or try an engraved photo frame with a picture of the two of you.
• Gifts with 'Dad' or sayings such as 'World's Best Father' make corny but cute Father's Day gifts.

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