Dad… the ultimate handyman, care giver, taxi driver, provider, cook, cleaner, story teller, hugger and most cherished man you will ever know. We love our Dads! Mark June 19^th to celebrate everything your (or your children’s) Dad does for you with something hand crafted from the heart.

Besides the usual tie, shirt or bottle of his favorite cologne, why not spend an afternoon with your children making these super easy Gifts instead? We found 5 DYI craft ideas on Pinterest that we know Dad will love and the best part is, these supplies are available at our Langley and Coquitlam locations.

Daddy Card Ties

Daddy Card Ties as seen here are adorable! These cards are colorful on the outside and meaningful on the inside. All you need is card stock, a pencil, scissors and some crayons. Perfect for your Primary children to showcase their writing skills.

Handprinted T-Shirt or Canvas

Always a cherished keepsake…a handprinted T-shirt for Dad. Although this great Gift idea has been around for years, why not make it super special and put your children’s art work on your wall instead? All you need is a canvas, acrylic paint and a few fine brushes. Pop it into your handmade picture frame (see below) and the gift is ready for giving! Pssst…we always carry ready to use picture frames at both locations. More info here!

You Rock! Picture Frame

A Rock Picture Frame is something every child will enjoy creating and every Dad will love receiving. No time for rock hunting? No problem…stickers will do the trick! All you need is Dad’s treasured family picture, a frame, some glue (if using rocks) and/or a great selection of Father’s Day stickers. This gift is ideal if you have more than one child…everyone can create their own or take part in a collage of pictures. Click here for more information.

The way to Dad’s heart…food!

Food… straight to a Man’s heart! Here are 2 “food worthy” Mason Jar Ideas.

How about making Dad’s favorite BBQ Sauce and scooping it inside a hand labeled Mason Jar?! As seen here this fantastic gift is super easy to make (you can even cut corners and purchase Dad’s favorite sauce). All you need is a label, one small mason jar, a BBQ brush, metallic markers and a ribbon to wrap it up….and maybe a steak!

Not sure about the BBQ Sauce? Pick up Dad’s favorite candy, salty treat or make his favorite chocolate but be sure to use either a bigger (or many) jars as I am sure these treats will vanish in no time! Great for children of all ages.