15th June is Father’s Day in the UK so if you haven’t yet come up with a gift for your Pa then it’s time to get thinking. This is a great time to get gifts, cards and to organise special events and celebrations for all the father figures in your life – from dads to granddads – and if you need an efficient and low cost way to send a parcel for Father’s Day then Fastlane International is the ideal way to do it.
Father’s Day all over the world is thought to originate from the actions of a woman called Sonora Smart Dodd who was inspired by a Mother’s Day sermon in church – and by her own father – to create an occasion during which people could honour father figures. Whilst every country in the world has a slightly different tradition when it comes to Father’s Day, in the UK cards are the most popular way of conveying the sentiment of appreciation. It’s also traditional to give gifts at this time and, if you’re fed up of the usual socks, ties and aftershave options, then here are a few ideas for Father’s Day gifts that are a little more original.
A token – whilst you don’t have to go overboard with the sentiment, giving your dad a token of affection on Father’s Day can be a great way to show him how much you appreciate him. Initial cufflinks, for example, or a personalised key ring that contains a special message, are a great gift, particularly as they can be worn/carried around at all times. For dads that appreciate the home made (and if you’re on a budget), why not put together a collection of photos of you and your dad over the years, frame it and include a message or a theme.
Practical gifts – most dads don’t really go in for flowers and chocolates and that can make Father’s Day quite challenging on the gift front. However, practical presents can often delight as long as you steer clear of the really boring ones. Instead of buying socks, think of something your dad loves to do – is he a cyclist? Why not get him a personalised saddle cover. Perhaps he’s into facial hair? What about some super slick beard oils? Or maybe he considers himself a bit of a whizz in the kitchen, so how about a chef’s hat or a personalised moules pot?
An experience – experience type gifts aren’t just limited to a spin in a racing car or a ride on a helicopter, you can choose something that is personal to your dad too. If your dad is a curry lover, for example, why not buy him vouchers for his favourite local curry restaurant, or a cooking school where he can learn to make his own creations at home. If he’s a keen wine fan then sign him up for a wine club that will regularly deliver new varieties he can try, or get him his own grapevine to grow. A great experience is to organise a hot air balloon ride over the town that your Dad grew up in. When it comes to experiences, you’re really only limited by your own imagination. If you’re worried about not having anything to physically hand over with a gift like this then box up the vouchers/gift certificate etc in an attractive package so your dad has something to open on the day.
