mason jar lid coasters
Regular Mason Jar do not have Instead of the cup being the star of the DIY hack, we focused on the cap, which makes the perfect landing pad for dad's ice-cold drink.
make: Prepare 4 lids. I used weathered zinc lids.. Place the lid upside down on the adhesive cork shelfr. Trace around the lid with a pen and cut out a circle. Then stamp an image referencing the classic Ball jar in the center of the circle on each cork using a solvent-based ink that won't smudge when wet.. Allow the ink to dry for at least a minute, then peel the cork backing off and secure it inside the lid to open a cold brew.
Cutting Board Clock
Help your dad keep time with this clock made from a round vintage cutting board.
make: Drill a hole in the center of the round cutting board to fit the clock hardware. Attach the metal number tag with a black steel tack. If desired, drill a hole in the handle to thread a ribbon through for hanging.
License Plate Birdhouse
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Kitchen Organizer
Dad will be happy to have a place for his kitchen essentials!
make: An adult would screw on a small wooden cheese box and attach a rectangular cutting board with a leather strap for hanging.
Paper Plate Award Ribbon
Give your dad a sign of being number one with a DIY award ribbon made from materials you already have at home!
make: Paint a paper plate blue. Cut 2 ribbon “tails” from blue craft paper. Attach gold stars (you can cut them from gold paper or use stickers). Use tape or craft glue to attach the tails to the back of the paper plate. Write #1 in the center of the plate with a gold paint pen. Attach gold tinsel around the center of the plate (you can also draw with a gold paint pen).
Decoupage Map Chair
To keep with Dad's adventurous spirit, decoupage pieces of old maps (stripes, rectangles, whatever you like) onto the chair using a medium-strength glue such as Mod Podge (available at craft stores). Apply several coats of glue, allowing the surface to dry between coats.
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Pillow remote control pocket
With this clever DIY pillow remote control pocket, your dad won't have to hunt around for the remote when he wants to watch Monday Night Football.
make: Attach the fabric rectangle to the pillow using hand stitching or Steam-a-Seam.
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DIY Wooden Airplane Clip
Fill the bags with dad's favorite treats or gardening seeds and seal them with a cute DIY airplane made from craft sticks and clothespins.
make: Decorate 6″ and 4.5″ craft sticks as desired. Attach to round wooden clothespins using hot glue. Paint small round craft beads the desired color and attach to the tops of the clothespins using hot glue. Cut 1″ sections from both ends of a wooden coffee stirrer and paint them black. Attach to the craft beads with the rounded ends facing out to create a propeller. Attach a silver bead to where the coffee stirrer pieces join.
How to fold a napkin
When serving Dad a Father's Day brunch, add some fancy napkin folds to the plates.
See here for instructions.
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Hand-drawn garden stakes
For any dad who loves spending time with his hands in the soil, these DIY garden stakes will delight her heart, and kids will love writing the vegetable names and drawing cute pictures of fruits and veggies.
make: Drill a small hole in the wooden handle and thread the handwritten wooden tag through the hole with a string. Stick the end into the soil so that the marker stands upright.*To protect the handwriting from the elements, coat the wood with a clear varnish..
Jelly Jar Shelf
Wash and store jelly jars and mount them on shelves to store creative crafts, dad can use them to store screws and nails in his workshop.
make: Measure your shelf to determine how many jelly jars you will attach. Space the jars evenly and mark their locations with a pencil. Flip the shelf upside down and place the jar lids along the underside of the shelf. Attach each lid securely with two small nails. If the lids are too loose, they will rotate. Fill the jars as much as you like and screw on the lids.
Book spine bookmark
Have an old book you can't save? If you can save the spine, use it to create a new bookmark for Dad. It's also fun for kids to make with help from adults.
make: Use a utility knife to cut out the spine, then line the inside with patterned contact paper. Punch a hole at the top to thread a string through.
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Mason Jar Golf Tee Caddy
This is the perfect gift for the dad who loves to play golf on Saturday mornings.
make: Cut a piece of wavy green craft paper and wrap it around a mason jar and secure it with tape. Cut a “hole” out of dark green craft paper and attach it to the “green” with a glue stick. Cut a wooden coffee stirrer in half and attach it with glue just above the “hole”. Cut a flag out of red craft paper, write the hole number on the flag and glue it to the top of the coffee stirrer. Glue a white beaded “golf ball” to the green. Fill the jar with golf tees. Write cute sayings on round craft paper and attach to the mason jar lid.
Chill Grill
The creative cooler the kids brought you will be the talk of the town at your next barbecue. Once you've cleaned it (and considered repainting it if it's rusted on the inside), cover the interior vents with foil to stop water dripping. It's also fun for kids to make with help from adults.
paint swatch organizer
Your dad probably has paint swatches scattered around his house from all the DIY projects he's done around the house – why not turn them into a cute pinboard organizer to help him keep his belongings in order?
make: Simply stack two of the same size cards together, front side out, and sew the bottom and sides together with a contrasting color thread (we chose red) Then use flat head tacks to attach this great little pocket organizer to your bulletin board and fill it with pencils, papers, etc.
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DIY Checkerboard
Kids and Dad will love playing against each other on their DIY checkerboard! Fun for all ages.
make: Use masking tape to attach a pattern of 64 squares to a wooden cutting board (you'll need a cutting board that's at least 16″ x 16″ to fit a standard checkered pattern), then paint the squares with acrylic paint.
Necktie Glasses Case
Since your dad prefers casual clothing, he may not need a tie anymore, so why not transform one into a cute glasses case?
make:
step 1: Place the tie right side down. Measure and mark 17 inches from the end and cut the tie widthwise. Discard the narrow end of the tie.
Step 2: Use a seam ripper to open up the seam at the back of the tie at least 6 inches to create a pouch for your glasses.
Step 3: Measure 8 inches from the cut edge and make a mark. Fold the tie at the mark toward the pointed end, fold in 1/2 inch of the cut edge, and pin in place.
Step 4: Hand sew along the top and sides to secure the folded over portion of the tie to the top layer of fabric underneath (be careful not to sew the pouch closed). Finally, attach adhesive Velcro dots to keep the case closed.
Can Luminaries
Transform small metal tins into lanterns to light the way to your dad-centric festivities.
make: Parents use Use an electric drill to drill a hole around the perimeter of a metal tin and place a candle in the bottom (or place it in a cylindrical glass candle holder or vase to make the candle last longer). Place the tin along a walkway, in a doorway, or on a table.
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Seeds and flowers of beans
Take a quick trip to the kitchen and a stroll around the garden to gather the ingredients you need to make some healthy bean or seed flowers.
make: Cut a flower shape out of cardboard. Use craft glue to glue the beans and seeds to the cardboard. Once dry, use hot glue or tape to attach a thin branch to the back of the flower. Place the beans in a small pot and insert the stick.
Enamel Bulletin Board
The magnetic properties of enamelware make it perfect for Dad to display his trinkets. Fun for all ages.
make: Simply hang the tray on the wall using command strips or double-sided Velcro. Choose a fun magnet to attach mementos like photos or old ticket stubs.
Jill Gleeson is a travel journalist and memoirist based in the Appalachian Mountains of western Pennsylvania whose work has appeared on websites and publications such as Good Housekeeping, Woman's Day, Country Living, Washingtonian, Gothamist, Canadian Traveler and EDGE Media Network. Jill is the travel editor for Enchanted Living. You can learn more about her travels at gleesonreboots.com.
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