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Fun Father’s Day Gifts for 2011

Host Bee — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 21:16:59 +0000

Great Gifts for Dads: The Best of Father’s Day 2011!

It’s that time again when we have to rally in order to come up with Father’s Day gift ideas for the men in our lives! Here’s the round up for 2011!

Artisan Leather Electronic Covers

Designed for iPad, iPhone, MacBook and Kindle, these artisan-crafted covers are tailored from supple, vegetable-tanned leather in a lovely chestnut color! These leather accessories from Restoration Hardware were sold out at the holidays, so now is the perfect time to pick one up! (Restoration Hardware, Artisan Leather iPad Pocket, $99)

Tie Organizers

These organizers of the classic male wardrobe staple will keep men tidy and smiling at the same time. With categories like “Dress to Impress” and “Working for the Money,” the appropriate tie will always be at his fingertips! (red envelope, Tie Hangers Set, $39.95)

Vintage Record Album Card Files

Dad can use this unique hand crafted gift to organize addresses or business cards, while reminding him of his youth! Colorful wooden boxes become efficient file boxes with dividers crafted from vintage record albums! (FreestyleGifts, Business Card File Box, $55)

Father and Son Neckties

At a great site called My Favorite Pal, you’ll find matching neckties for dad and his son! The sizes are broad ranging and the patterns are fabulous! Look for colorful regimental stripes and a terrific yellow and white check! (My Favorite Pal, Matching Neckties, $12.99 – $16.99)

Bottle “Ties”

These clever trims will turn any simple bottle of wine or liquor into a special present! Striped and solid, bow tied and neck tied, these snazzy felt accessories will upgrade your gift instantly! (at west end, Bow Ties; Striped Ties; Solid Ties, sold in sets for $14 – $18)

For better or worse, I’ve just realized that this selection of five gifts includes three that are “necktie” related – but I hope that these choices are unique enough to rise above the Father’s Day cliché!

Have a Fabulously Festive Father’s Day

Host Bee — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 14:19:41 +0000

Father’s Day Roundup: Your Guide to the Perfect Father’s Day Gift!

At Busy Bee Lifestyle, you’ll find fabulous ideas for Father’s Day gifts at every price point as well as homemade! For lots of terrific suggestions, take a look at:

Here’s to a Memorable and Fun Father’s Day!

5 Fabulous Gifts for Father’s Day

Host Bee — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 18:31:28 +0000

Five Fabulous Gifts for Father’s Day 2010!

We love the men in our lives, but shopping for them can be really tough! I come from a family where if I ask my dad or husband what he would like as a gift, the predictable answers are “nothing at all,” “dinner with the family” or when really pressed, “handkerchiefs!”

In an attempt to improve the quality of Father’s Day gifts across the web, here are five fun and, I hope, unique suggestions:

I.Dear Speaker

This mini cube-shaped portable speaker is attractively crafted of wood and despite its small size, produces a rich sound and includes a USB connector for charging and a standard jack for connecting to audio sources! (MoMA STORE, I.dear Speakers, $36)

Table Air Hockey

I bought this fun, space friendly air hockey table for my family this past Christmas! Bring out the kid in your guy with this “toy” that offers all of the enjoyment of a full sized air hockey table without taking up lots of space! (Amazon*, Tabletop Air Hockey, $87.49)

Like New Again T-Shirt

Is there a special, but shabby, T-shirt that dates back to high school or college years that your hubby can’t let go and you can’t stand? Here’s the solution: transplant the logo and graphics from the original T to a fresh, new version! Head to Reborn by Maggie!

Luxury Travel Blanket

Dad can travel in Coach and feel like he’s in First Class with this gorgeous, cashmere travel blanket! The 100% Italian cashmere blanket is a warm taupe color and includes a carry pouch with handsome saddle design. (Malvern Saddlery Ltd., Cashmere Travel Set, $249.95)

Reclaimed Gym Floor Frame*

This cool looking frame is crafted from reclaimed gym floors! Each frame is unique and features some of the original court lines. Perfect for the athlete, past or present, in your family! (Uncommon Goods*, Reclaimed Gym Floor Frame, $48)

Good luck with your Father’s Day Shopping 2010 and our very best wishes to fathers everywhere!

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*Busy Bee Lifestyle is an affiliate of Amazon and Uncommon Goods.

Posted May 11, 2010, Updated June 1, 2011

Last Minute Father’s Day Gifts, Gift Ideas!

Host Bee — Wed, 25 May 2011 03:01:05 +0000

Last Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas!

We know that you love the fathers in your life, but if you’ve left Father’s Day shopping go to the last minute – don’t worry! Here are a few fun and easy ideas that will suit almost any dad!

Pajama Gram Gift Card*

At Pajama Gram, you’ll find lots of fun pj choices for dad! Every guy’s gift from Pajama Gram arrives packaged with an attractive toiletry kit and personalized card. Take a look at the Recliner Pajamas, which include a solid red t-shirt top and pants that are covered with a too funny assortment of TV’s, recliners, remote controls and bags of chips!

Get Dad A “Tie!”

But not the usual variety! You can send your dad a “virtual” Father’s Day tie from Billybear4kids.com. This website allows you to create a colorful and crazy tie, along with a message to email to your dad! I’m guessing that this “tie” might be more appreciated than the real thing!

Cabela Gift Card*

If your dad loves any aspect of the outdoors, a gift card from cabelas.com is sure to be a hit! Consider this for the fisherman, camper, hiker, skier, or hunter in your life.

Good luck with the manly shopping that awaits you! The best part about dads is that anything you do for them will be truly appreciated!

Homemade Father’s Day Gifts

Host Bee — Mon, 23 May 2011 18:01:30 +0000

Homemade Gifts for Father’s Day!

A recent post (Father’s Day Gift Guide 2009) offered many suggestions for Father’s Day gifts, but if your children would like to create something special for dad, here are a few easy ideas!

Custom Made Snack Mix

Mixing up a batch of snack mix will get kids thinking about dad’s personality and keep them busy in the kitchen! Here are some possible ingredients, but feel free to come up with your own combinations:

Gummy Bears - because dad’s a teddy bear at heart
Peanuts - because he’s a little nutty
Goldfish – for his love of fishing
Mini Marshmallows – since he’s a big softy
M & Ms – because he’s sweet
Popcorn – because he’s your favorite “pop!”

Have your kids use their imaginations and don’t forget to let dad know why you chose what you did! (adapted from Family Fun Magazine)

Bake a Shirt Cake

My favorite Father’s Day cake is one that is baked in a 13″ x 9″ rectangular cake pan, removed from the pan, flipped over and then frosted to look like a dress shirt and tie!

Use vanilla icing to create a white button down shirt, or tint the icing with food coloring for a light pink or blue shirt.
White paper cut into 2 triangles form the collar and additional icing tinted in a darker color with make a fun tie! (If your cake decorating skills are limited like mine, just cut a tie out of colorful gift wrap or have the kids make a construction paper version!)
To serve, line an actual shirt box with tissue paper, place wax paper in the bottom and set the cake inside! Dad might really appreciate this departure from the traditional gift of a necktie! ( Family Fun Magazine)

Handcrafted Cuff Links

This is another idea that will get your children thinking about dad’s favorite things!

At Jan’s Jewels, pick up cuff link bases in either gold or silver plated finish, selecting the style with the 15mm pad. This slightly larger base will allow you greater flexibility when gluing items onto the cuff link. (jansjewels.com, #0052-28 for silver; #0046-25 for gold, $1.89)
Next, start brainstorming about which fun things you’ll use to decorate the cuff links! How about coins minted in a meaningful year? Polished rocks? Dice? Subway tokens? Monopoly or Scrabble playing pieces? Sea shells? Put your imagination to work and you’ll have a truly special gift for the dad in your life! Jewelry glue is available from artbeads.com, #E6000, noting that parental supervision is essential with this part of the project!

Helping your children to make gifts for dad will provide fond memories of quality time spent with you and a proud sense of accomplishment when they bestow those gifts on Father’s Day!