Dear old Daddykins… Once a year we come together and give our fathers and father-figures a little treat to remind them that they’re pretty amazing. Well, even though he has become a veritable pro at smiling warmly at the very prospect of receiving his 100th pair of socks, soap-on-a-rope, and coffee mug, it’s starting to become a little easy to spot the forced grin.
Yes, some years we lose the will to be creative or there’s no cash to spare… But that’s often because it’s just so darn difficult to think of something that he would actually like. Never fear, though! The king has brought out 6 awesome Father’s Day gift ideas, which you can use as your own idea or as inspiration for something that you know he would like even better.
#1 Turntable
He would never think to buy it for himself, even though he eyes those dusty vinyls every time he passes them at whatever hipster market we’ve dragged him through. And you know what? These old-school record players just make music sound better.
TIP: You can find the average price on Price Check and buy them online here: Takealot and Gumtree (or wherever you find the best price on Price Check).
#2 “Dad’s the Best” book
Plan it out with the kids, hit up your local stationary store, and get creative. You can fill up pages and pages with personal anecdotes and 1-liners about why he’s the best dad around.
TIP: Typo has a vast array of Father’s Day bits and bobs for you to use.
#3 Beer brewing kit
Definitely unique and is the gift that keeps on giving, because it might lead to a hobby that keeps him happy and smiling for months to come.
TIP: You can find so many options online, like here and here, and even here. Google is your friend in this department!
#4 A sweatshirt
This idea sounds boring, but if your dad is the type that doesn’t have anything other than a wedding jacket or something oversized and oil-stained, then this is a good gift option. And we’re talking quite specifically about a neutral colour that compliments his eyes, fits properly, goes with everything, and comes from somewhere nice, like Woolworths, H&M, or Zara. Obviously if you find it elsewhere, then go for it!
#5 Braai tool kit
What man doesn’t want a shiny new braai tool kit? They’re basically like a bag of new toys and the results of his play time will yield juicy steaks, tenderly smoked mielies, and wonderfully marinated chicken flatties. YUM!
TIP: You can find the average price on Price Check and buy them online on Takealot.
#6 R1 insurance for Father’s Day gifts
King Price is also joining the gift list with super cheap car insurance that decreases every single month, without fail! You can even tell dad about the fact that he can insure his new Apple watch, bicycle, or golf clubs for just R1 when he adds R1 insurance to his car cover.
If you’re interested, it’ll just take you 2 minutes to ask for a quote online and your dad will be super impressed that you’re taking his advice and doing the responsible thing by getting insurance that fits in the budget!
