Five savvy homemade Father's Day gifts for this Sunday
FATHER'S Day doesn't need to cost you a fortune to be meaningful.
You can skip the overpriced socks and novelty mugs.
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These heartfelt, homemade ideas will show Dad he's appreciated without blowing the budget this Sunday. . .
SPOT ON: Create a Spotify playlist of your dad's favourite songs or tracks that remind you of him.
You can add a custom photo design to the playlist to make it extra special.
OWE THAT'S NICE: Skip generic gifts and design personalised 'IOU' vouchers for experiences he'll truly enjoy.
Offer a DIY car wash, his favourite home-cooked meal, or a movie night of his choice to show him how much you care.
BOXING CLEVER: Upcycle old items into meaningful gifts.
Transform a worn-out toolbox into a stylish beer crate with £5 wood stain from Homebase, and throw in his favourite brews.
Or, layer paprika, salt and herbs in a jam jar for a custom spice rub set.
WRITE NOTES: Fill a jar with handwritten notes recalling your favourite moments with your dad.
Decorate it with string or ribbon from your craft box and a photo tag for an extra sentimental touch.
It will be something he can revisit whenever he needs a smile.
FUTURE MEMORIES: Organise a simple but special family outing, like a Sunday walk or bike ride, followed by a picnic with homemade sandwiches and snacks.
Quality time together is often the best gift and a chance to make memories.
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Five savvy homemade Father's Day gifts for this Sunday
FATHER'S Day doesn't need to cost you a fortune to be meaningful. You can skip the overpriced socks and novelty mugs. 8 These heartfelt, homemade ideas will show Dad he's appreciated without blowing the budget this Sunday. . . SPOT ON: Create a Spotify playlist of your dad's favourite songs or tracks that remind you of him. You can add a custom photo design to the playlist to make it extra special. OWE THAT'S NICE: Skip generic gifts and design personalised 'IOU' vouchers for experiences he'll truly enjoy. Offer a DIY car wash, his favourite home-cooked meal, or a movie night of his choice to show him how much you care. BOXING CLEVER: Upcycle old items into meaningful gifts. Transform a worn-out toolbox into a stylish beer crate with £5 wood stain from Homebase, and throw in his favourite brews. Or, layer paprika, salt and herbs in a jam jar for a custom spice rub set. WRITE NOTES: Fill a jar with handwritten notes recalling your favourite moments with your dad. Decorate it with string or ribbon from your craft box and a photo tag for an extra sentimental touch. It will be something he can revisit whenever he needs a smile. FUTURE MEMORIES: Organise a simple but special family outing, like a Sunday walk or bike ride, followed by a picnic with homemade sandwiches and snacks. Quality time together is often the best gift and a chance to make memories. All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability. Deal of the day NEW parents can grab a bargain with the Nanobebe Ultimate Newborn 24-piece steriliser set, previously £89.99, now £17.99, at Home Bargains. Cheap treat 8 SNACK on a pack of Quorn cocktail sausages. Usually £2 per pack, get them for £1 with a Tesco Clubcard. Top swap 8 COOL off with the Dyson AM09 Hot + Cool fan heater, £290, from Argos, or get to B&M for the Blaupunkt bladeless standing fan, for £39. Shop & save THIS sofa bed is stylish and handy for when friends stay over. It was £159.99, now it's £119.99 at The Range. SAVE: £40 Hot right now 8 PICK up half-price lingerie in the big Tu at Sainsbury's sale, on now. PLAY NOW TO WIN £200 JOIN thousands of readers taking part in The Sun Raffle. Every month we're giving away £100 to 250 lucky readers - whether you're saving up or just in need of some extra cash, The Sun could have you covered. Every Sun Savers code entered equals one Raffle ticket. The more codes you enter, the more tickets you'll earn and the more chance you will have of winning!
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