Last Updated on May 5, 2022

The eternal question lives on: “What the heck do men want for Father’s Day?!” A coupon for free hugs? Another tie? Socks? Unlikely. It’s time to level-up the gift giving for Father’s Day. Here, I’ve rounded up 28 awesome DIY Father’s Day gifts that you can make or assemble at the last minute. I’ve found the best and most creative options, there’s not a single tie on this list!

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The thing with a DIY last minute gift idea, is that I have to assume you have a decent collection of crafting supplies to draw from.

But since you probably found this post by searching for ‘DIY gifts’, you are most likely a crafter with some supplies lying around!

Otherwise, most of these projects could be completed with a quick trip to either your local craft supply shop, home improvement store or grocery store.

Don’t forget to grab a printable card to go with your last minute gift! (And if it’s not the last minute and you still have time to get something shipped out, check out this post of 30 Personalized Gifts for Men.) Or if you need more kid-friendly DIYs, check out this post of 18 Best Father’s Day Crafts for Kids.

DIY Father’s Day Gifts

1. Dino Tripod

I love a good upcylcle project! With the amount of video calls we’re all doing lately, this tripod would really come in handy.

2. Simple Leather Keychain

Keep things simple and classy with this keychain DIY.

3. DIY Remote Caddy

For the dad who is always losing the remote. *cough my husband cough*

4. Minimal Wall Clock

A sleek clock for dad to hang in his (home) office.

5. Wood Burned Cutting Board

You could do a more personalized design for the master griller in the house to present his culinary masterpieces on.

(This one actually DIY’s the whole cutting board from scratch. I think you could also do this idea with a store bought cutting board)

6. Paint Can Citronella Candles

I love that these are little paint cans! Great for taking on camping trips or when you’re sitting outside enjoying a drink.

7. Mini Pallet Coasters

These are so darn cute, I’d make them for myself!

8. Stamped Keychains

Make one for all the father figures in your family!

9. Lego Cufflinks

For the fancy dads.

10. Spice Rubs

For the ‘grillin’ dads.

11. Grill Master Trophy

Pair this glorious trophy with the spice rubs above and you’ll have one happy dad on your hands!

12. Tool Apron

What better way to encourage him to get those projects finished around the house that he’s been promising to do since forever?!

13. World’s Greatest Pop – Jar Gift

This is amusing, and would be fun for the kids to assemble!

14. Baseball Diamond Bulletin Board

You could also do a golf green if he prefers golf, or a football field.

15. Crochet Cowl Neck Scarf

I know Father’s Day is in June, but this cowl will definitely come in handy once the cold weather hits!

16. DIY Dopp Kit

Make him a beautiful box pouch for storing his shaving supplies. Throw away the gross ziploc bag he had been using.

17. Travel Bag

This is kind of just a larger version of the dopp kit from above. Great for travelling. And a super fun way to use a cute printed fabric as the lining!