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Published on June 9, 2009 in Spotlight 		Photo by

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Christine

Father's Day is less than two weeks away, and if you're still searching for the right gift for dad, let Etsy's Gift Guides direct you to the perfect thoughtful present. Whether your father is an outdoorsy adventurer, a sophisticated business man or a techy savvy computer geek, we've compiled a comprehensive list of items that are sure to appeal to any of his interests.

 

Business, Home, and Travel

Spoil your on-the-go dad with luxurious gifts for business, home, and travel. Each of the items below would make a meaningful gift this Father's Day. Show him how much you think of him when he's both home and away.

College Bag - Gray Chic

By badimyon, $65.

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Lefty Dad's Mug - Faux Bois and Screws

By MaidOfClay, $30.

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Silver Compass Men's Accessories Box

By designhutusa, $29.50.

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Pair of Bookends in Top Grain Leather

By unemployeddesigner, $46.50.

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Accessories and Apparel

Help dad update his style this Father's Day with a little help from Etsy's Gift Guides. Each of the items below would make a welcome addition to any dad's wardrobe.

SWALLOW Circles Buckle

By buncombebuckles, $62.

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The Way To Go Since 1817 Bicycle Tshirt

By Deadworry, $20.

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Papa Tags - 2 Custom Name Tags

By sophiapip, $45.

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Personalized Sterling Silver Guitar Pick

By MetalPressions, $59.99.

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Tools, Gadgets, and Games

Deep down, every guy loves a good toy. Bring out dad's inner child with one of the gadgets, games, or tools below.

Custom Sterling Golf Ball Marker

By juliethefish, $15.

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Miniature Crecent Wrenches Cuff Links

By pinktophat, $25.

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Hand Engraved Folding Pocket Knife

By DJReigel, $105.

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iPod Classic Case ) Turntablism )

By QuietDoing, $28.

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Gift Ideas Under $30 USD

Finding the perfect gift for dad this Father's Day doesn't mean breaking the bank. Each of the items below is sure to bring a smile to his face and ring in under $30 USD. 

Recycled Boylan's Soda Bottle Glasses

By YAVAglass, $24.

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Father's Day Sale - Wood Body Creme

By portlandgeneralstore, $7.50.

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Honey Porter Beer Soap

By thebeersoapcompany, $5.

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Beer's Best Friend Cookie

By buttermilkbakeshop, $14.

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Find more great gift ideas in the Him Gift Guide, the men's accessories category, and by searching for dad.

Looking for more Etsy Finds? Try these links:

Gift Guides | More Father's Day Posts | Trends | More Gift Ideas for Men

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June 9, 2009 at noon PAINTINGSBYSAM

great selection.
beer soap? sounds like trouble! :)

June 9, 2009 at 12:10 p.m. beautifulbridget

Excellent selections!!

June 9, 2009 at 12:12 p.m. pinpinn

big fan of the shaving soap! My dad LOVES his ^_^

June 9, 2009 at 12:14 p.m. SundraSandrusi

great selection!!!

June 9, 2009 at 12:14 p.m. 1AEON

can't wait to be a dad!

June 9, 2009 at 12:15 p.m. adoreneko

Body cream and beer soap are great for dads!

June 9, 2009 at 12:19 p.m. VintageBookStore

Awesome Selection!!
I love the woody wallet

June 9, 2009 at 12:22 p.m. MademoiselleG

Nice selection! Love the beer soap ^^

June 9, 2009 at 12:22 p.m. pogoshop

Finding guy gifts is never easy, but these are great! Sure beats searching the malls, doesn't it?

June 9, 2009 at 12:30 p.m. VintageEye

wonderful guy selections!

June 9, 2009 at 12:33 p.m. mosey

heeheee! i got that same bike shirt from deadworry for my mister a few weeks ago for his first fathers day!

June 9, 2009 at 12:37 p.m. PaperFairy

awesome stuff. love the wallet!

June 9, 2009 at 12:38 p.m. foamywader

Love the sailboat tie!

June 9, 2009 at 12:45 p.m. copperlilly

Awesome stuff!

June 9, 2009 at 12:47 p.m. ArtDecoDame

love those shoes!

June 9, 2009 at 1:02 p.m. beachhouseblues

Love the knife hilt. Great selection!!

June 9, 2009 at 1:04 p.m. VintageinBohemia

Fun stuff! and remember, if you MUST buy a tie, vintage is a great choice:
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June 9, 2009 at 1:08 p.m. Morado

Daddykins! I need to buy u a gift :o)

http://twitter.com/MoradoShop

June 9, 2009 at 1:13 p.m. gumbygirl

All my dad's gifts are on sale - check out this very cool blue marlin:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

June 9, 2009 at 1:31 p.m. klacustomcreations

Check out some of my goodies for Dad and him the copper golf ball markers are the best seller this year http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=...

June 9, 2009 at 1:33 p.m. babook

Recycled Boylan's Soda Bottle Glasses THIS MY LOVE ....

June 9, 2009 at 1:37 p.m. niftyknits

if your dad is a trekkie - I have the star trek meerkats he *needs* ;-)

June 9, 2009 at 1:42 p.m. KOALACaddie

Our dad loves to record miles per gallon. julieboyle's black leather journal is the perfect gift for the glove compartment!

June 9, 2009 at 1:49 p.m. EJPcreations

Such great items for dads!!!

June 9, 2009 at 1:50 p.m. solidio

great list. i bought a DJReigel pocket knife as a gift for someone and they are AWESOME! very nice, and i'm sure any dad would love it.

June 9, 2009 at 1:52 p.m. jessicaschuler

The pocketknife is awesome! Great ideas - buying gifts on etsy really helps keep gift giving unique!

June 9, 2009 at 1:54 p.m. honeypielove

The rubber cuff is amazing!I'm going to have to get one soon!

June 9, 2009 at 1:55 p.m. honeypielove

I meant to say 'rugged' cuff!

June 9, 2009 at 1:57 p.m. gracehesterdesigns

For the moms looking to get a "daddy gift" on behalf of their young children, look at this modern print "My Daddy Is . . ." and featuring silhouette animals.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

Available in many colors!

June 9, 2009 at 2:05 p.m. pinkparchmentsoaps

Awesome finds!

June 9, 2009 at 2:11 p.m. MyGrandmasAttic

So many cool choices.

June 9, 2009 at 2:11 p.m. worksofwhimsy

Some great stuff! Too bad so many are already sold out :(

June 9, 2009 at 2:14 p.m. wallywarepottery

Hey all! Check out my "Why we like Dad" mug if you are looking for a good Fathers' Day mug: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

June 9, 2009 at 2:14 p.m. dogties

Etsy's Man Items are my favorites!
Great work...

June 9, 2009 at 2:15 p.m. wallywarepottery

P.S. Christine, love your new portrait!

June 9, 2009 at 2:15 p.m. aBreathofFrenchair

The beer soap is awesome!

June 9, 2009 at 2:20 p.m. thebeersoapcompany

Great showcase of items! Thanks for featuring us!

June 9, 2009 at 2:22 p.m. unkamengifts

Favmoongirl had some great ideas for Dad's that are young or young at heart!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...
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June 9, 2009 at 2:37 p.m. butterflykissforyou

These are some really great and different gifts for Dad's. Just in case someone wants something original. I have some great embroidery ties and aprons for cooking outside.

June 9, 2009 at 2:41 p.m. nowvintage

A great collection for dad!!! I am really impressed!

June 9, 2009 at 2:42 p.m. HibouCards

Greta picks! Love the Ipod classic Case!

June 9, 2009 at 2:44 p.m. lovelygifts

Great collection

June 9, 2009 at 2:46 p.m. Greenbriar

Great picks! I have tried the beer soap and I love it! Check out some of these for Dad's desk.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

June 9, 2009 at 2:47 p.m. MarkItPlace

Yes! Men knit too! Here are some stitch markers with a masculine look --

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

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June 9, 2009 at 2:55 p.m. JessicaPoundstone

Love the leather bookends and the ipod turntable case!

June 9, 2009 at 3:27 p.m. thebestvintage

Cool guitar pick!!

June 9, 2009 at 3:27 p.m. CollectionObsession

Those leather bookends are great.

June 9, 2009 at 3:28 p.m. incoldstorage

what wonderful picks!

I have a few really cool ties in my shop that haven't moved, so I am hoping people really get into the buying fever for menswear!

June 9, 2009 at 3:46 p.m. portlandgeneralstore

Thanks for featuring my WOOD creme! Now I think I need to start shopping for my man...

June 9, 2009 at 3:46 p.m. DeliaDeLyons

I bought my Dad's fathers day gifts on Etsy, because Etsy is the rockin'est place to find the perfect gift!!!

Woo-hoo!!!!

love the selection here too.

June 9, 2009 at 4:48 p.m. thestapeliacompany

Great picks.

June 9, 2009 at 7 p.m. KristysRedBarnBakery

Great ideas.

June 9, 2009 at 7:43 p.m. StudioCherie

Thanks for pointing readers to the gift guides. It is one of my favorite ways to shop on Etsy.

June 9, 2009 at 8:18 p.m. sleepypillow

Been thinking what I should get him this Father's day.. Thanks for great gift ideas!

June 9, 2009 at 9:18 p.m. PenelopeAndAnastasia

Great Items...gotta get myself a letter stamping kit!

June 9, 2009 at 10 p.m. jenniferdennispotter

Great article, love the dog tags! Thanks so much for featuring my photo!

June 10, 2009 at 1:42 a.m. soule

Just have to watch him with that soap...dont want him eating it!

June 10, 2009 at 2:42 a.m. sineminugur

Great selection!

June 10, 2009 at 8:46 a.m. JesseMosher

great ideas

June 10, 2009 at 9:08 a.m. kidacollective

Great ideas. Men can be so difficult to buy for - and dads even more so.

June 10, 2009 at 9:20 a.m. TheCottageCheese

Cool picks! I dig the iPod turntable case!

June 10, 2009 at 9:38 a.m. BatwingsBattleaxes

Some great things to choose from in here, I love that wooden logs wallet! Thank you for including my rugged leather cuff!

June 10, 2009 at 10:42 a.m. santosleather

Cool picks! I also suggest a nice Canadian made leather JACKET ! Your choice of size ! Happy father's day to all the fantastic dads in the WORLD !

June 10, 2009 at 10:45 a.m. PipocaHandmade

Great gift ideas!

June 10, 2009 at 11:12 a.m. youandmeandbead

very nice items !!!

June 10, 2009 at 12:20 p.m. oldfashionallies

Love those beer themed options! My dad LOVES beer! :)

June 10, 2009 at 1:53 p.m. sandyhall

Love the idea of the beer soap! I also love this mousemat:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

June 10, 2009 at 3:59 p.m. buttermilkbakeshop

Thank you for including our cookies! Love the selections!! Off to shop.

June 10, 2009 at 5:28 p.m. pysces83

I really love the clock made from a computer hard disk. What a fantastic idea to turn some old computer junk into something not just useful, but innovative and truly unique. I think this will be my first etsy purchase.

June 11, 2009 at 4:04 a.m. vilte

lot's of options for dad - eco (repurposed), geek, and art lover could be found here http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=...
clocks, mixed media art hangings. would make a perfect gift

June 12, 2009 at 11:57 a.m. itsanicole

WONDERFUL!! SOME VERY UNIQUE ITEMS FOR THE CHERISHED FATHER'S IN OUR LIVES!!

June 12, 2009 at 8:52 p.m. wynnemrabbits

Christine,
Your picks are cream of the crop!
A useful and inspiring article.
Thank You!

June 14, 2009 at 12:50 p.m. rolanddesigns

Why not make father a personalised sampler with his birthdate on it ?
I have two sampler patterns in my shop with a ' knight' theme that would make a wonderful personal gift.

June 16, 2009 at 5:56 p.m. hellobanjobaby

Here is a great Father's day gift for a new dad.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

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