DIYs for Dad: 3 Gifts You Can Build for Father’s Day

Finding the perfect Father's Day gift for the extraordinary dads in your life can be stressful. You know he'll love anything you give him, whether it's a handmade card, a new tie, or that new tool he's been eyeing. If you can't decide on something to buy, you can melt his heart with a handmade gift that you've built yourself or gather the tools and materials to make something together. Part present, part project—here are three DIYs that you can take on together this Father's Day. 

So for all the dads who love to build, the weekend warriors who spend their Saturdays at the hardware store, or those who appreciate something handmade more than something bought—these three DIY gift ideas will keep on giving. Keep reading to get the project plans, tools, materials, cut list, step-by-step instructions, and more.

This Father's Day, take your gift-giving to the next level and surprise your spouse, dad, brother, uncle, or any other father figure with the gift of quality time spent together, building something you'll both use and cherish for years to come. If you do any of these DIY projects for dad or with dad, we'd love to see—tag your pictures with #DoItWithHART.