40 Best Gift Ideas for Your Father-in-Law
They're thoughtful and useful at the same time.
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Your in-laws undoubtedly mean the world to you. After all, they created your favorite person! It makes sense that you want to be in their good graces. So when Father's Day rolls around, it is the perfect time to show your father-in-law you care. But if buying gifts for your dad is hard, finding a gift for your spouse's dad can feel ten times more difficult. If you've known him for a while, you want something that says you really know him well. And if you're newer to the family, you want to make a good impression.
Luckily, this roundup of the best gift ideas for fathers-in-law is full of unique and thoughtful picks that are sure to win him over. Food lover finds, personalized accessories, and useful kitchen gifts are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the wonderful gifts for men who have it all. Of course, there's punny picks as well like hilarious Father's Day shirts. But there are also more sentimental finds like a custom sketch of his home.
No matter how long you've known your father-in-law, you can feel confident that he's going to love these finds. From a monthly beer or coffee subscription to a mini putting green for him to practice his golf skills, there's something for every type of guy. Just take your pick and wrap it up with lots of love!
Every dad deserves a gift:
For the golfer, any time is a good time to putt around. This putting green can be used inside or out for hours of enjoyment. It's the #1 bestseller on Amazon with over 23,000 reviews!
He may love to workout but he probably doesn't love the aches and pains that come with it. A Theragun is a must-have for any fitness enthusiast to massage out the kinks, and this version is easy to throw in any size gym bag.
Does he need to brand a steak with his initials? No. But would he want to brand a steak? Absolutely! For the grill guy, there's nothing more unique than this find.
Choose from different shades of leather and design anywhere from one to 15 different silver or gold beads. Each bead can have a different significance, from kids names to birthdays to anniversaries.
Has he started gardening? If he has, he'll appreciate this all-in-one set. Not only can it hold every basic tool he needs, but it's also a folding seat. He can reduce his back pain while still enjoying what he loves.
Perhaps your self-described golf pro has just about everything, but we bet he doesn't have a custom bobblehead! You submit a picture of him and then choose eye, hair, and skin color to personalize him to a tee.
If all else fails, at least he'll know you both have a sense of humor when he sips his morning coffee. This affordable find is dishwasher and microwave safe, so he can use it all the time.
For a man who is serious about grilling meat, this is the smartest pick you can find―literally! It's a wireless smart thermometer that he can control from an app on his phone. No more needless hovering over the grill ever again!
Maintenance is a must for a bearded guy. Get him a top-rated gift set! It comes with beard wash, balm, oil, and an amplifier that smells of bergamot and sandalwood.
This set of six coasters is useful and funny, especially if he's a fan of '80s music. Each has a funny line of mistaken lyrics like "rock the cat spa" and "I want a new truck."
If he doesn't already have a convenient way to keep his favorite beverages cool when heading to a backyard barbecue or spending a day at the lake, he's sure to appreciate this durable cooler that can swing over his shoulder and fit up to 16 cans.
This one-of-a-kind detailed portrait will delight him anytime he sees it hanging. You can send the artist a photo of the house your father-in-law currently lives in or even your partner's childhood home. He'll love it either way!
He might not want a bouquet of flowers, but he'll definitely want this bouquet of beef jerky! Choose from an eight stem or full dozen option then pick his favorite flavor: original, teriyaki, hot or mixed. The meats even come arranged in a stylish pint glass "vase."
He'll be able to identify more than 1,500 stars thanks to this small, easily portable device. He'll just choose the adapter for his latitude, rotate the time/date selector then look through the lens to discover a star map aligned with the actual night sky. Talk about a present that's out of this world!
Catch Co Mystery Tackle Box Pro Fishing Kit
He'll fall in the love this gift hook, line, and sinker! This surprise set comes with a variety of six to seven items like hardbaits, soft plastics, and terminal tackle and more for him to use out on the water.
A framed fender guitar patent poster will definitely make you a favorite child-in-law (if not the favorite child overall). Choose your poster color and size, and the seller will frame it for you!
A father-in-law is one of the most important father figures in your life. While the joke on this shirt is hilarious, it also shows how close your relationship is, knowing he'll appreciate it.
It's never a bad idea to get him a super useful gift! Anker’s portable charger is extremely lightweight and easily fits in a pocket, backpack, or briefcase and it carries three phone charges.
Any amateur mixologist will have so much fun with this subscription. Each month, Shaker & Spoon sends out a box with all the ingredients for bar-quality cocktails. The best part is you can skip or cancel at any time.
There's a lot to love about this little portable fireplace. He can use it to create a cozy ambiance, toast homemade s'mores, or even tell scary stories to the little ones.
Tierney McAfee is a freelance writer and Country Living and The Pioneer Woman contributor who covers entertainment, holiday & entertaining, food & drinks, design ideas, DIY, and more.
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