On a special day, you always want to please your loved one with something interesting. After all, a gift is not about money, but about love and attention. It seems that surprise dad on his birthday is almost an impossible task. But we are not afraid of difficult challenges and have selected 14 DIY gift ideas for you!
1. Tablet with wishes
A fresh and unusual idea will definitely melt the heart of the harshest father! And all you need is a pack of colored cardboard, stickers or glue, colored pens and felt-tip pens. You can even completely repeat dad's desktop on a cardboard tablet, and hide funny thematic wishes under each icon.
2. Topiary from coffee beans
A decorative home tree will decorate your desk and will delight your eyes every day. Coffee topiary will definitely appeal to connoisseurs of a fragrant drink, because it will exude the same favorite smell in the background. Just take care of a stable base so that the tree stands firmly and does not fall!
3. Apron
If your dad is a real chef, then a practical apron with pockets will definitely come in handy. Use a dense and non-marking fabric, and a special belt or even a bag belt is suitable for the belt. And if you make more fasteners, valves and rubber bands, you will get a convenient apron for tools.
4. Safe from the book
An old book can be used to make a delightful home safe for valuables and money. You just need to carefully cut out the middle and process all the joints with a dense layer of PVA glue. In addition, you can hide in a cache another trinket dear to your heart.
5. Organizer for stationery
Every business man will need an organizer for stationery and other handy little things. If you are making a birthday present for your dad, the main thing is not to overdo it with the decor! After all, most men prefer minimalism and are skeptical about ruffles and lace.
6. Embroidered scarves
A personalized embroidered scarf seems like an insignificant trifle. But in fact, it is this little thing that is always at hand and literally at the heart. And to make it even more convenient, make your dad a whole set in one style, or vice versa - for different moods!
7. Ship made of seashells
From childhood, boys adore models of cars, planes and ships, and some carry this passion through the years. A ship made of shells is quite easy to make with your own hands if you have a glue gun. It will be a touching reminder of vacation together, sunny summer and the sound of the surf.
8. Tool box
If you are confident in handling a tree, then there are all the cards in your hands. A spacious toolbox with different sections and stands will surely delight every man. After all, such a gift made with love will last more than one year!
9. Jars for small things
Screws, fishing tackle, plumbing gaskets and other little things are always stored in any way. Give your dad a practical organizer for his birthday, or simply equip him with handy decorative jars with magnet lids. If you want to add a bright decor, do not forget to leave a small window in each of them so that the contents can be easily viewed.
10. Tie
The right fabric and minimal skills are enough to make a beautiful casual tie. It has an extremely simple shape and pattern that even a beginner can easily handle. Conveniently, you can vary the length and width, taking into account the tastes and preferences of the dad!
11. Postcard "Shirt"
A homemade birthday card will decorate any gift, and inside you can hide your innermost wishes. If your dad is a shirt and tie fan, make one in the shape of his favorite set.Colored paper, paints, felt-tip pens and pens will come to your aid!
12. Cardholder
If dad has a lot of cards, then a charming cardholder with his own hands will be very useful to him. Miniature leather wallets look especially stylish. Moreover, it is very easy to work with leather, you only need an awl for the holes and some convenient tool for pulling the needle.
13. Housekeeper
A beautiful housekeeper is an unusual do-it-yourself birthday present for dad and a real salvation from keys forever lost in pockets. Now all of them will finally be sorted in one place. Or maybe dad will need another one of the same kind for work?
14. Flies for fishing
If your dad is an avid fisherman, then he definitely always needs flies, and they are most often made with his own hands. Flies are very easy to impose from threads, lurex, feathers, terry threads and similar materials. Just choose the details according to the size of the hook and work carefully!