Planning the perfect Father’s Day celebration with the best frugal Father’s Day gifts really all depends on how well you know the dads you’re celebrating, right? But, with this list of frugal Father’s Day gift ideas you’re sure to find something the dad in your life will enjoy!
A simple Google search will turn up hundreds of ideas for Father’s Day gift ideas. I’ve compiled some favorites into a list of all sorts. From complex, time consuming gifts, to just the click of a button gifts. This list offers a variety of gift ideas to celebrate the dad in your life this Father’s Day! Of course, there’s food and frugality included throughout because, well, that’s just how I roll!
Homemade Father’s Day Gift Ideas
First things first, the budget conscious, kid friendly options: homemade gifts. Homemade Father’s Day gifts are great for the dad who adores the children in his life. Dads love the heartfelt effort that goes into a homemade gift, especially if that effort is from the kids in his life.
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Here’s a few ideas I love that are simple, fun, and the kids can help, too!
- Printable bottle tags. Just print these off on card stock and attach to dad’s favorite beverage.
- Monster trail mix from your little monsters. This is such a cute idea! Again, super easy, just print and attach to some trail mix.
- Father’s Day portrait clock. This one requires a bit more time and effort, but the end result is worth it! Would also make a great Mother’s Day gift, or any time of year gift, really!
- Handprint t-shirt or canvas portrait. Paint the kiddos hands with acrylic paint and place their handprints on a shirt or canvas or even wooden plaque for dad to display.
- Framed picture or fun album of dad’s favorite people
- Gift baskets. The options are endless here. Grab some snacks, beverages, games, or activities dad likes and throw them all in a basket or bucket of some sort. Make it a theme: sports, fishing, food, movies, or dad’s favorite character, you get the point, right?
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Hitting up the grocery store and shopping dad’s favorite snacks or beverages plus a handmade card is such an easy, thoughtful way to let the dad in your life know he’s appreciated. Plus, it such a budget friendly gift idea for any time of year.
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Unique Father’s Day Gift Ideas
The portrait clock from the list above is such a unique gift idea. But here’s some other unique Father’s Day gift ideas if that one isn’t your jam.
- Superhero Themed Picture Frame Not the most frugal option, but a great idea for a DIY and a unique gift, nonetheless.
- Contour gauge or multifunctional tool for the DIYer in your life!
- Mug, phone case, or sticker for the dad in your life who is the King of Dad Jokes! (snag his favorite coffee on grocery pickup to give with the mug!)
If you’re searching for a unique gift, think of what the dad you’re buying for might enjoy. His favorite food? His favorite beverage? Game he loves to play? Favorite TV show? What’s his favorite hobby? Use those answers as a starting point to finding the best frugal Father’s Day gift for him.
Father’s Day Gift Guide Made Easy
Let’s face it, time isn’t always on your side. If you’re pressed for time this year, I have some ideas that might help you thoughtfully spoil the dad you’re celebrating without breaking the budget or draining your time.
For the dad who is hard to buy for, try gift cards. Buy discounted gift cards through Raise to save up to 30%! With 4000+ brands to choose from, you’re sure to find a gift card for the dad in your life. Frugal tip: buy Raise gift cards and combine them with store sales, coupons, or cash back offers to save even more money.
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If gift cards aren’t your thing, try a subscription of some sort.
- Magazine subscription
- Subscription boxes. There are all sorts of price ranges here. If a particular box is out of your budget, try using it as an idea to create a more budget friendly gift basket, instead.
- Shaving or grooming subscription through Dollar Shave Club or Core (Harry’s membership program)
- Ebook Creator for the creative or entrepreneur dad
- Stress Free Golf Swing or other helpful tips for the dad who golfs
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It wouldn’t be the ultimate Father’s Day gift guide if there wasn’t a wide variety of gift ideas for a wide variety of budgets. Just remember, being frugal isn’t always about saving the most money, it’s about using your money wisely.
So when you’re shopping for the perfect gift, consider the quality of the gift or how much dad would enjoy it instead of quantity. Sometimes, that one gift that takes the whole budget is more meaningful than the few small gifts that aren’t as thoughtful.
What Can I Get My Dad for Father’s Day With No Money?
That’s easy! You can do things for him or with him to let him know you appreciate all that he does for the family. After all, it doesn’t cost a lot to make someone feel loved. Just get a little creative! Here’s some ideas to get you started:
- clean his car
- do the yard work
- clean the garage or maybe one section of it
- polish up his tools
- play his favorite game together
- join him for his favorite hobby
- watch a movie together
- coupon booklet – Create or draw little coupons that he can use throughout the year: favorite meal, movie pick, no chores, quality time, or really any of the ideas above
What To Buy for the Dad Who Doesn’t Want Anything?
When all else fails, surprise the dad in your life with some delicious food. After all, isn’t the way to a man’s heart “through his stomach?” Serving good food doesn’t have to break the bank, of course. Instead of going out to eat, save money and turn your home into a restaurant.
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Get the kids involved in the restaurant at home process. Prepare a menu of dad’s favorites. The kids can help prepare the food, set the table, and wait on dad, just like at a restaurant. When the meal is over and everyone’s finished, the littler servers can become little dishwashers and mom wins, again! hehe
If a trip to the grocery store is unlikely, consider having your meat or groceries delivered to your door! There are several ways to have food delivered to your doorstep. It’s one step up from grocery pickup and perfect for saving precious time this summer! Be sure to shop around for the best prices, of course.
What Is the Best Gift for Father’s Day?
Love. Appreciation. Father’s Day is all about celebrating and honoring the fathers in our lives who show up for us every single day. So regardless of your budget or your time or your energy, show the dads in your life some love and appreciation this Father’s Day.
It doesn’t require a fancy gift, hours of preparation, or a ton of money to make dads feel appreciated and loved. Spend some quality time together just the two of you, call and have a chat, share a home cooked meal, draw or paint him a picture, write him a joke or song. Most of the time, the simplest gifts mean the most. How are you celebrating the dads in your life this Father’s Day?
Stay courageous,
