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Creative Father's Day Photo Gifts
With Father's Day less than a month away, there's no time like the present to start brainstorming on the perfect gift for your dear old dad. You can never go wrong with photo-based gifts like digital picture frames, which have dominated the gifting scene in recent years. But there are plenty of other photographic gifts that are just as special and will make it easy for loved ones to relive cherished memories.
Below, we've rounded up 12 photo gifts that aren't a digital frame. They're easy to acquire and design, and run the gamut from elegant traditional photos and frames to photo books, a sophisticated stone block photo holder and more. Take a look and snag one for your dad with enough time to perfect it just to his liking. He'll think of how much you love him every time he sees it!
An acrylic photo frame with a walnut base
If you already have photos on hand, this minimal acrylic picture frame provides a perfect opportunity for customization. The natural walnut base keeps the image at an attractive angle and makes for seamless swapping if your dad wants to switch up the featured imagery. Choose from horizontal or vertical imagery and three different sizes. Get it from Amazon for $14.99+.
A sophisticated and artistic stone block photo holder
If you want to get Dad something a bit more unique than your everyday photo frame, take a look at this stone block from Artifact Uprising. You can choose a red marble or or travertine finish for a block that displays ten photo prints of your choosing. This unique gift will look great at his office desk and he'll love flipping through and swapping out the images daily. You can also get this in it from Artifact Uprising for $29.75 (originally $35).
A custom wood photo flip book
Take your favorite family memories ansd bring them to live with this hand-cranked wooden flipbook album made by Etsy seller CraftyVibesGifts. It features a built-in light that gives it an old-timey charm and elevates the overall look and feel of this heartfelt, thoughtful gift. Choose between two kinds of wood and number of photos. Dad will love flipping through it!Get it from CraftyVibeGifts on Etsy for $25.12+ (originally $50.23+).
A photo printer for analog images at the push of a button
Here's a novel idea: Simply give your dad the ability to print his own pictures at a moment's notice with Kodak's instant smartphone photo printer. This reviewer-adored option is a bestseller on Amazon and has racked up 4.4 stars across an eye-popping 20,000+ reviews. Customers say it's easy to use and love how portable it is, it from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in six colors).
A fun photo puzzle
If you have a dad who's into games, then look no further than this fun photo puzzle. Turn your favorite photo into a high-quality paperboard puzzle that your family will enjoy for years to come. You can pick from four different sizes. Shutterfly has several photo puzzle design options, but we're fond of this simple framed design. Get it from Shutterfly for $24.99+ (originally $32.99+).
A sweet mini keychain photo album
Made by Etsy seller MiraGiftShop, this adorable keychain photo album can keep you close to your dad while he's on the go. It features 14 photos that are printed on real Fujifilm photo paper and bound together with a beautiful leather case. You can choose from seven different colors and engrave the leather for even more personalization. It's a unique and unforgettable it from MiraGiftShop on Etsy for $16.97+ (originally $48.50+).
An elegant framed photo with a personal message
A timeless picture frame is always a classic gift. This beautiful solid wood frame is available in a black or white finish and comes with shatterproof acrylic glazing. You can customize it by adding a caption of your choosing to the print, whether it be a special date, a location or a loving message. It's available in two it from Papier for $69.70+ (originally $82+).
A wildly soft blanket emblazoned with beloved family photos
If your dad is a super cozy person who loves curling up with a blanket and a good book or show, you can't go wrong with this customized photo blanket. It displays eight different photos surrounding a personalized message and comes in a variety of materials like microfiber fleece, plush fleece or luxe sherpa it from Shutterfly for $54.99 (originally $109.98).
A statement-making framed photograph
Available in seven different sizes and in six different wood colors, this sleek, elegant framed photograph makes a timeless gift. You can customize it further with foil-pressed printing, matting or a float-mount setting. We're especially into the larger sizes — they'd make a great statement art piece in one's home or office. Get it from Minted for $17+.
A fun photo cube
Does your dad love a Rubik's cube? Then you might want to try out a photo cube like this one from Etsy seller Woodili. You can order it with or without an engraved stand to display some of your finest moments. It's a great and unexpected fidget toy a fun and creative way to display images. Get it from Woodili on Etsy for $47.25+ (originally $63+).
A photo collage that is designed to look like a photo strip
Turn your favorite photos into an elevated photo strip with this stylish collage photo frame from Framebridge. The internet-famous framing retailer has a variety of multi-photo frames available, but we're partial to this sweet photo strip. All you have to do is choose from 12 different frame colors and upload your favorite photos and they'll print, frame and deliver it straight to your (or dad's) doorstep. Get it from Framebridge for $75.
An enamel photo mug
We've never met a dad who didn't love a personalized mug, and this enamel mug is ideal for the papa who loves to go camping. It's as easy as uploading a picture and you'll be sure to make his day every time he drinks his morning it from Walmart for $14.96.
