knit247 Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 My sweet father grew up beyond poor. He has worked and worked his entire life and done extremely well. His lifelong dream has always been to take his family on an amazing trip - all expenses paid. In a few months, that dream will be a reality for all of us (8 ppl. total). I am so proud of my Dad, and my Mom for helping him in any way that she could she all of these years. :) I would really like to give them both a gift. It's hard, because they "have everything". I think I have decided to make a beautiful kaftan for my mother. I have the pattern picked out and am looking for fabric now. She will love it, I feel sure. But what for my Dad? He's so hard to shop for - and ideally I'd make something, putting in the time I am putting in for my mother. I can knit, sew, and crochet - but not sure how man-friendly any of that is! ;) FWIW I plan to make an album of our trip on my Mac and give that to him in June for Father's Day... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cera Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 My only suggestion would be a scrapbook of the trip. Maybe include a note from each family member about what the trip meant to them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 I think your ideas are fabulous. You are all blessed to have each other! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSinNH Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 The gift of time. I took my Dad on a canoe trip while I was in college (just the two of us), and he STILL has the picture collage of the trip on his dresser (the trip was almost 20 years ago!). Needless to say, he enjoyed spending time with just me. If your Dad isn't the outdoor type, how about dinner and a show? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 I think the scrapbook of the trip is the perfect gift for your dad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knit247 Posted January 31, 2012 Author Share Posted January 31, 2012 The gift of time. I took my Dad on a canoe trip while I was in college (just the two of us), and he STILL has the picture collage of the trip on his dresser (the trip was almost 20 years ago!). Needless to say, he enjoyed spending time with just me. If your Dad isn't the outdoor type, how about dinner and a show? Perfect! I am going to find something - parasailing or something - and take my Dad on that. Just us. He will love it. I was thinking material, but time with him is so important! Thanks also to all who agreed with the scrapbook. I know he will love that as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 Another idea off the scapbook is a calendar with pictures of the family and trip throughout the year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanna Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 Photo gifts are great! (I see you've already been given similar suggestions.) We also have the mixed-blessing of trying to get gifts for folks who "have everything." If you decide not to go the photo gift route, a gift card/certificate to a favorite restaurant or sporting goods store (if Dad is into that sort of thing). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 Another gift idea is this: http://alphamom.com/family-fun/holidays/diy-fathers-day-gift-superhero-craft/ I did this for my husband and father in law one year and it was a HUGE hit. Maybe do something like the box of goodies for him to open and include a gift certificate for a parasailing (or whatever) date with just you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 Perhaps a piece of luggage for the trip or a digital camera. Regards, Kareni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Nyssa Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 I always have the same question about gifts for my Dad-- one thing I thought of was making a handmade necktie or bowtie, or vest-- not that I am skilled enough to do that, though. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tadah Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 Maybe a digital picture frame loaded with family photos? That was a huge hit with my parents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celticmom Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 I like to make and give leatherworking projects like wallets or checkbook covers to guys. I carved and dyed an elaborate belt for my father once. That would not be a beginner project but there are very attractive kits that are good beginner projects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mytwomonkeys Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 my father is the same way and worked very hard for his success. my parents are truly amazing & do SO much for me. buying them gifts is so hard because they have everything, and anything they don't have they can afford to buy. the very best gift i have ever given my father was for his 65th birthday. i typed up a list titled "65 things i love about you". it actually made him cry. not sure if that's a good idea for your dad, but it worked with mine:) i also second scrapbooks. i've made those as well and they're always well received and loved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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