Forget a stodgy old tie; give Dad a present that won't languish in the back of the closet for years to come. Whether your dad likes to putter in the shop himself or enjoy the fruits of your labour, we have the best ideas for Dad's big day right here!
To buy:
The robo-chisel
This machine will make Dad's detailed routing projects a breeze.
The space-saving shop vacuum
This handy gift works two-fold: Dad gets a powerful tool to suck shop grit, while Mom gets a rush seeing Dad using a vacuum.
The top tools of 2009
Short on ideas for a Dad-pleasing gift? Here are the top tool picks for 2009 from the best in the business.
The sanding saw blade
Help cut down on the boring stuff (re: sanding) with this handy saw blade that sands as it cuts.
Some tool totes of note
Give Dad a reason to throw out that rusty old metal toolbox with one of these handy tool totes.
Manly duct tape bandages
When the inevitable shop injury occurs, there is nothing more emasculating than being forced to use a band-aid emblazoned with Hello Kitty. Give Dad something he’ll wear with pride—Duct Tape bandages!
The robo-mower
If your dad hates mowing the lawn, put a smile on his face with a computerized robo-mower. This little robot quietly snips the lawn while Dad has his feet propped up on a lawn chair.
To build:
A portable deck cooler table
This easy-to-build deck cooler table hides away cold drinks and serves snacks with style. Perfect for the backyard or cottage, Dad will always have a place to put his drink.
A rocking Muskoka chair
Bring the Muskoka chair into the future with new materials and a rocking new addition.
A media cabinet
Give Dad a place to put all his action DVDs with this stylish media cabinet.
A photo frame collage
This easy-to-build photo frame collage makes keeping family close even easier. Holds five photos of three different sizes.
More shopping inspiration to make Dad's day:
-Father's Day gifts @ styleathome.com
-Gifts for foodie dads @ canadianliving.com
-Suprising gifts for Dad @ homemakers.com
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