We all know that the gift of handmade is the best kind of present. Taking time to craft a special card or unique gift will be treasured forever by your loved one.
It's time to show your Dad just how much you appreciate him with your very own DIY Father's Day gift.
Luckily for you, we've gathered over 40 homemade Father's Day gifts for you to make and wrap! There's something for every type of dad out there which is why we've included everything from cross stitch cards to practical wash bags.
Give the man you love something extra special and remind him just how much you love him.
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41 homemade Father's Day gifts
1. Handmade Father's Day cards
First up you'll need a card! We've got a whole bunch of free Father's Day cards for you to choose from including this fishy one designed Naomi Skinner and created by Ruth Southorn.
We have fishing cards, cricket cards, garden cards and more in our card making section, or check out our Father's Day card ideas for more creative card making inspiration!
2. Make a beer caddy
If your dad is anything like our old man he'll love a beer after a long days work! Make Dad his own beer caddy this fathers day with DIY Candy's free tutorial. Father's Day just got a whole lot more refreshing.
3. DIY washbag
You know what we like? DIY Father's Day gifts that your dad can use for years to come and our free waterproof wash bag will do just that.
Sew up the bag then fill it with little treats like aftershave, deodorants and beard oil.
4. Sew a glasses case
Upcycling fathers day crafts are good for the planet and give an extra touch to your gifts.
Turn an old tie into a glasses or sunglasses pouch with Diane Gilleland tutorial.
5. Knit some cosy socks
Another practical Father's Day DIY gift is socks. Rhian Drinkwater’s knitted socks will keep cold toes warm all year round and you can even knit them in your pa's favourite colours.
6. Make him a dapper bowtie
For all the fancy dads out there make them one of Jennie Jones' easy sew bowties. Sew yours in a silly fabric for a fun touch and pair with some cufflinks for a dapper duo pressie.
If you're more of a crocheter then don't worry! We have a crochet bow tie pattern too.
7. Craft a tool belt
Faith Provencher's detachable apron tool belt is a Father's Day gift that we'd love to make for ourselves! Go from the shed to the kitchen looking very chic with her handy apron.
There's plenty of pocket room for bits, bobs and of course, snacks.
8. Cross stitch a trophy rosette
Nothing shows appreciation more than a rosette! Stitch Rhona Norrie's Father's Day rosette to show him that he'll always be number one for you.
9. DIY tablet stand
For dads who love cooking and online recipes make him Love Grows Wild's tablet stand.
This handy contraption is a handmade Fathers Day gift he'll use every day and appreciate for years to come.
10. Knit a funky beer cosy
Use Sarah Dennis' beer cosy knitting pattern to add some extra flair to your dads evening drink.
Pop a beer in, pair with his favourite snacks and gift it to him this Father's Day.
11. Pin badge cufflinks
Pick up some pin badges (you could pick his favourite country, sports team, game console...) and turn them into cufflinks with Mrballeng's tutorial.
Although we've included this in our round-up of the best Father's Day gifts we think this would make a great pressie for any gamers in your life.
12. Turn beer cans into planters
For green fingered fellows turn their favourite drink brands into planters with The Merry Thought's tutorial. Sustainable Father's Day gifts for the win!
13. Crochet some handy lens covers
Keep camera lenses dust-free with Little Yellow Wheelbarrow's crochet tutorial.
If you're new to crochet then don't worry: we have a crochet for beginners guide right here on Gathered to help you make this easy pattern in time for Father's Day.
14. Camera strap
Another Father's Day gift idea for budding photographers! Learn how to sew a camera strap with Jennie Jones’ quilted reversible camera strap.
15. Rucksack
Follow charmedbyashley's fold over rucksack tutorial and make your dad a rucksack for all those hikes. Fill it with treats, walking gear or other treats for Father's Day.
We also have a gorgeous travel washbag here on Gathered which would go perfectly inside.
16. BBQ kit
For dads that love to grill make them a BBQ kit! We loved this one by Jacquelyn Clark which includes sauces, spices and an apron (Jacquelyn bought hers but you could go Father's Day craft crazy and make your own!).
17. Upcycle some hip flasks
Pick up a hip flask and customise it with your dads favourite print using this tutorial from Burkatron.
You could add his name, date of birth or even his favourite sports team to the front for a personalised edge.
18. Fishing lures
It wouldn't be a Father's Day gift roundup without some fishing projects!
If the man in your life is a keen fisherman then why not make him these DIY fishing lures? Christina shows you how to transform old bottle caps into lures on her blog.
19. Make your own beard oil
For all the beardy blokes out there, Gemma from thesweetestdigs has a perfect Father's Day gift to make.
Follow her DIY beard oil tutorial and print her free label for a professional-looking touch!
20. Docking station
This DIY docking station by Houseful of Handmade will keep messy cables tidy and keep all Dad's prized possessions in one place.
21. Craft some coasters
Bring your crochet game with these leather coasters by Make and Do. The crochet edging give them an added touch.
If you fancy making some coasters for yourself, we have some beautiful floral resin coasters right here on Gathered.
Make a smart travel wash bag
Take care of Dad on his travels by making him this dapper travel wash bag! Learn how to make a wash bag with Gathered.
22. DIY tray
Bring out dad's Father's Day breakfast on this beautiful tray.
Southern Revival shows you how to make and gift one this Father's Day. Complete with his favourite breakfast dish and a nice coffee.
23. Men's shirt tutorial
If you're a skilled sewist then make a shirt this fathers day. Melly Sews has a free pattern and video tutorial to show you how to make your own.
If you're just starting out sewing then use our sewing kits for beginners guide to get all your essentials first!
24. DIY wooden bottle stoppers
A Beautiful Mess have loads of amazing Father's Day crafts on their blog and we especially love these DIY wooden bottle stoppers. All you need now is a big bottle of of their favourite beverage.
25. Tasty cheeseboard tutorial
Whip up Coco Kelly's gorgeous marble and wood cheese board for a handmade Fathers day gift. Every dad loves a bit of cheese right?
26. Overnight bag
Make The Polka Dot Chair's overnight/travel bag and whisk him away on a fun-packed Father's Day weekend.
27. Create your own wax seal
Give your dad the royal treatment with Erica Chan Coffman's wax seal tutorial. You'll be able to create your own family crest and treat your dad like the king he his.
28. Macrame up a keychain
There's not many macrame Father's Day gift ideas out there, which is why we're so thankful for Stormdrane's key chain lanyard tutorial!
It's a quick and practical Father's Day present and allows us to practice one of our favourite crafts. We've got all the basic macrame knots to help you make this keychain too.
29. Wooden wine rack tutorial
If your dad's more of a wine man than beer then make him this DIY wine rack using April Wilkerson's tutorial.
It's a quick and simple craft that simply needs some wood and a saw!
30. DIY coffee stand
Coffee lovers will love The Merry Thought's rustic looking stand.
This is the ideal Father's Day gift because you can easily pair it with some nice coffee beans, a cool mug and some coffee syrups to make a complete set.
31. DIY tie clip
Lovely Indeed shows you how to make leather tie clips for Father's Day.
32. Personalised photo cube
Father's Day gifts are extra special when they're personalised. Use Birds Party's tutorial to make a photo cube covered with memories.
33. Covered notebooks and books
Father's Day crafts for bookworms lands with Lana Red Studio. She shows you how to make this cool covered notebook but you could also turn it into a book cover.
34. Phone case
Kojo Design's leather phone case tutorial is free and a fab make for any tech-loving dads.
35. Tasty snack pot gift
Snacks are always a winning gift. Sarah Hearts has free printables that you can hang around your snack jars.
36. Father's Day cross stitch designs
Lucie Heaton's Father's Day cross-stitch crafts will decorate all your gifts with super cute motifs. We love the idea of making a photo album full of favourite memories too!
37. Free men’s crochet cowl pattern
For all your crocheters this is the Father's Day gift DIY for you! Anne Egan's funky men's crochet scarf is great for dads who want a little flair in their wardrobe.
38. How to sew a key fob
Personalise your dad's car keys or work lanyard with Jessica Entwistle's key fob tutorial. Embroider his name onto it and hope that he never loses his keys again!
39. Men’s scarf knitting pattern
Knitters don't worry we haven't forgotten about you! We've got some Father's Day gifts for you including this free men’s scarf knitting pattern.
Knit it up in his favourite colours to keep him cosy this winter.
40. Free car and motoring printables
It wouldn't be a Father's Day gift collection without more free printables and cards. We've got loads of amazing printables here on Gathered including these free car and motoring printables.
Print, cut and add them to your cards or scrapbook for dad.
41. Crochet a hat for dad
And the final project in our pick of the best Father's Day gifts is this warm men's crochet hat pattern. It'll keep dad's head warm on those windy walks (especially if he's bald!).
Treat Dad with our DIY Father's Day gifts
Show your appreciation for your dad (or the father figure in your life) with Gathered's Father's Day DIY gifts. We've got gift ideas for every kind of dad – from gardeners to bookworms!
Many of the projects in our round-up are speedy to make, so they'll be ready in time for Father's Day.
How to write the perfect Father's Day card message
Finding the right words to show your Dad how much you care can be tricky, but we've got it covered!
Choose a heartfelt message for the occasion with Gathered's inspiring Father's Day card messages.
