The\nspecial dad in your life does a lot for you and your family all year \u2019round. On\nFather\u2019s Day, though, it is all about him. It is the perfect opportunity to\nshow him just how important he is to you and make him see just how much you\nappreciate everything he does. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately,\nfinding the perfect gift for the man in your life isn\u2019t always easy. Whether\nyou are shopping for a Father\u2019s Day gift for your own dad, your husband or any\nother special fathers in your life, it can be difficult to find something that\nhe will truly love and enjoy. Chances are, he doesn\u2019t really need a novelty\nnecktie or a random gift from the local big box store. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead of giving him one of these generic gifts that will likely end up buried in the back of the closet, why not give him something handmade that he will truly treasure? We\u2019ve scoured the Web to find some heart-melting homemade Father\u2019s Day gifts that any dad is sure to love. Check them out below! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-of-a-Kind Etched Drinking Glass<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Personalized stuff always makes a great Father\u2019s Day gift. Instead of buying something that\u2019s pre-personalized, though, try your hand at adding your own design to a regular drinking glass. Etching glass may sound difficult, but all you need is a glass, some etching cream, rubbing alcohol, stencils, gloves and an applicator. Check out the full tutorial at Where the Smiles Have Been<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Custom T-Shirt<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Does\nyour dad love lounging around\nin t-shirts<\/a> on evenings and weekends? If so, making him a custom\nt-shirt is a great way to give a Father\u2019s Day gift with meaning. The options\nare limitless, and this project is perfect for kids of all ages. If you have\nlittle ones, dip their hands in fabric paint and help them put handprints all\nover a plain white tee<\/a>. If you have older kids or you are\nan adult child making a shirt for your dad, you can create your own iron-on\ntransfers, learn how to screen print<\/a> or use paint to create any sort of\ndesign you can imagine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are thinking about making a t-shirt for your kids\u2019 grandfather, consider adding their photos to it. Photo shirts are super easy to make using inkjet iron-on transfer paper, and they are the perfect way for a proud grandparent to show off their favorite little ones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottle Cap Fishing Lures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If the special dad in your life enjoys fishing but seems to have every type of gear imaginable, try making your own fishing lures. You can use caps from your dad\u2019s favorite beer or soda to make unique lures that are both fun and functional. Since this project involves working with sharp fishing hooks and metal, though, it\u2019s better suited to older kids. Check out the full tutorial here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Necktie Zip Pouch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Has the dad in your life received a few too <\/em>many ties over the years? If so, this fun tutorial from Polka Dot Chair<\/a> will show you how to transform a few of them into a useful zippered pouch. This simple sewing project is perfect for beginners and only requires a few basic supplies: two neckties, a 7-inch metal zipper, fusible interfacing, fusible fleece, a fat quarter and a sewing machine with a zipper foot. Check the link for the full tutorial with step-by-step instructions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eyeglass Case<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\na zippered pouch doesn\u2019t seem quite right, you can also use an old necktie to\nmake an eyeglass case. Start by laying a tie on a flat surface with the flat\nside down. Measure 17 inches from the pointed tip, make a mark and then cut the\ntie widthwise. Discard the narrow end. Use a seam ripper to carefully open up\nthe seam along the back. Open at least six inches to make a pouch for the\nglasses to slip into. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Measure eight inches from the cut end and make a mark. Fold at the mark and then fold under about half an inch of the cut edge and pin in place. Hand-stitch the folded-over part of the tie to the top layer of the fabric beneath. Be careful to avoid sewing the pouch closed. Attach self-adhesive Velcro dots to the tip and the folded-over edge to create a closure. When you\u2019re done, you\u2019ll have a stylish eyeglass case that any dad will love using. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wood Photograph<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Transferring a photo to wood is relatively simple, and it\u2019s a great idea to give dad a way to display his favorite images. You can transfer a photo to a wood plaque, or you can transfer it to wooden furniture to create an heirloom piece that the father in your life will love. You can also transfer images to smaller things like wooden ornaments. Whatever you choose, this tutorial will teach you how to do it<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Barbecue Rub<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If\nyour dad is the king of the grill, he will love having his own barbecue rub\nmade by his favorite child. This gift is super easy to make and the recipe can\nbe adjusted to suit any taste. All you have to do is mix up your ingredients,\npour them in a jar and attach a label. Easy peasy! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\ncan make a really yummy BBQ rub by combining three tablespoons of packed brown\nsugar, two tablespoons of paprika, one tablespoon of fresh cracked black\npepper, one tablespoon of sea salt, two teaspoons of onion powder, two\nteaspoons of garlic powder and half a teaspoon of cayenne. If your recipient\nlikes things hot, add more cayenne. If he prefers a super sweet barbecue rub,\nadd extra brown sugar. Adjust the amounts of each seasoning as needed to create\nthe perfect rub. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why\ngive the special dad in your life a generic Father\u2019s Day gift when you can make\nsomething from the heart instead? The ideas listed above are just a few of the\nmany things you can do to create a DIY gift he will treasure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Credits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Article and images submitted by: Brenda Kimble<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photos by Alex Kremer<\/a> , Nikita Khandelwal<\/a> and Pixabay from Pexels<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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