Best Buys-Dad gifts
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Battery Daddy
If your family is anything like mine the phrase, “dad will change the batteries” is pretty much ingrained in every day language. Say goodbye to digging around junk draws searching for rogue batteries. This batter case is perfect and even includes a battery tester!
Prompt book
This little book contains fill-in-the-blank lines to describe why your pops is tops. Just complete each line and voilà: you have a uniquely personal gift he'll read again and again. Make it as sweet or silly as you choose!
Sleep sounds
Does the dad in your life like to listen to music while drifting off? Searching for lost earbuds in the bed is frustrating and this super comfortable design is such an amazing idea! I’m going to get myself a set so that i can comfortably listen to podcasts when I’m in bed with a migraine.
Portable projector
Whether dad likes camping or just wants to watch a movie or play his game on the ceiling of the bedroom this cool gadget will be his pride and joy! Added bonus, you’ll be able to have super fun outdoor movie nights as a family come summer!
Portable weather-proof speaker
Perfect for camping, the beach, park or backyard.
Horizontal parenting
Children are exhausting! In the marathon of modern parenting, everyone needs a break – just 10 precious minutes to rest your body and tune out the chaos. Enter: Horizontal Parenting, the super-simple parenting hack for everyone, everywhere. With creative and practical advice for overworked dads who "just need a minute," this book includes 50 fun, effective, and hilarious games to play with your children while lying down.
Stackable snack bowl
Often called a pistachio bowl, these are so great. put your nuts on top and shells on the bottom or unstack and use as two totally seperate bowls for entertaining.
Dad jokes
Everyone loves cheesy, badly timed dad jokes because they are told by your dad. Help your dad improve his collection of jokes that make will you cringe and laugh at the same time.
Bug-A-Salt
My husband is obsessed with his Bug-A-Salt fly killer. He loves heading into the backyard and spotting flies to fire at. This bug killing device shoots tiny amounts of salt at flies which takes them out instantly without the need for nasty chemicals.
Make it stand out
Cultivate up to 6 plants at a time while the compact design makes iDOO indoor herb garden a wonderful addition to your home. Not only is this a fun gift for dad but an excellent education experience for kids who can watch along as seeds germinate, grow, flower and fruit.
Bluey lovers
A fun activity book to complete together.
My Dad is awesome
Bluey has the goods again with this fun book about her dad. I’m not sure who loves reading this more in our house, the kids or hubby.
Burger socks
Do you have a friend who loves burgers? Surprise him with these burger socks. Each burger contains 2 pairs.
Pulled meat gloves
If you have a dad in your life that loves to BBQ or smoke meats he will love this pulled meat set. Enjoy the perfect pulled pork or beef burgers. Its the gift that keeps giving!
Basting brush set
Slow cooked meats require regular basting to retain moisture. This basting brush is integrated into the lid, preventing it from falling in the sauce or being misplaced. It is also dishwasher safe! A perfect gift for a chef dad.
Cooking thermometer
This bad boy has dual temperature sensors that can monitor internal meat temperature and external stove/oven/BBQ temperature simultaneously. It is fast-charging only taking about 5 minutes to charge, and you can use it for 6 hours! For those not so cook-savy dads, there is the Guided Cook System which walks you through every step of the cooking process to guarantee perfect and consistent results. You can also set up custom alerts based on temperature and/or time.
BBQ tool set
RWM barbecue tools are made of solid stainless steel, with ergonomic long handles to avoid getting burned. They are super sturdy, durable and rust resistant and will not get bend or break like others
BBQ apron
Get dad ready for his next family BBQ with this funny grill apron.
BBQ scraper
Help dad keep his grill clean and fresh with this BBQ scraper.
BBQ school
The gift that keeps giving. Teach the dad in your life how to be a better family chef with a cooking class. There are plenty of options around. The one i have linked here is Perth BBQ school. This is where my hubby learned his grill skills. It was a great gift as now we have perfectly BBQ’d, smoked and slow cooked meals that i don’t have to cook!
Bird feeder
Help dad attract birds to his backyard with this bird feeder. It is equipped with a twist lock cover to keep the lid safely closed and the seeds are fresh and dry inside.
Bug house
Another one for our nature loving dads. With the practical One-Click connection, the ClickUp! Insect Hotel can be easily attached to the wooden handle (sold separately). The connection between the two elements is extremely stable and wobble-free.
Cast Iron Pan
Crafted from professional quality cast iron, this non-stick frying pan boasts unbeatable heat retention which is evenly dispersed across the thick base to ensure even cooking. Did you know cooking in a cast iron pan can increase the absorbable iron in your food? great right!
Dad’s story
This is a really beautiful gift, particularly for older children or teens to their dads. It allows dads to share their life story with their kids in an easy way through clear prompts and questions.
Pizza Socks
Does your dad love pizza? Surprise him with these pizza socks!
Gourmet Pizza at home
This set will make any pizza lover happy. It includes a cooking stone for perfect bases, a cutting board and easy cutter too.
Grow your own mushrooms
Grow your very own gourmet mushrooms at home with Little Acre's White Oyster Mushroom Grow Kit! It’s easy and fun. Everything you’ll need is in the box!
We did that?
We Did That? is an entertaining collection of the oddest, most cringe-worthy parts of human history. From embarrassingly incorrect things politicians have said, weirdest world records, and strange superstitions we've had, to weird medical cures, fashion trends, and more! This is a dad book if i ever did see one!
Personalised face socks
Make dad’s day with these hilarious socks with your children’s faces on!
For the dad who likes a night cap
IIIMY whisky stones and glasses gift set includes soapstone whisky rocks, premium handcrafted wooden box and two crystal whisky tumblers.
Novelty toothpicks
These toothpicks come in various different flavours like Bourbon Single Malt and Scotch Single Malt.
Gin lover?
Make 3 bottles of small-batch craft-gin at home, easy enough for anyone to learn in an evening. Enjoy the 4 delicious cocktail recipes or create your own!
DIY Brewery
Everything a dad needs to start his very own home brew.
More of a cider man?
I’ve got you covered with this DIY hard cider kit.
Insulated stubby cooler/cup
Bin your tired old stubby holder and upgrade to this!
The ultimate multi-tasker, just flip his silicone lid from bottom to top to turn him into an insulated cup! From your backyard to the beach your Can & Bottle Cooler will be dad’s new sidekick.
Keep dad’s lunch warm
This Thermos brand lunch jar has double wall vacuum insulation which allows it to retain hot or cold temperatures. It also has a super durable stainless steel exterior and interior, a stopper with air pressure release button, a wide mouth opening which is easy to fill, eat from and clean, as well as a lid that doubles as a bowl!
Mega coffee cup
With installed double wall stainless steel this reusable cup is not only tough, but stays hot. It is dishwasher safe, has a screw on lid, with a flip-top spout that locks tight, meaning no spills! The cup’s high quality materials means it won’t hang onto flavours and it fits into a car drinks holder! What’s not to love!
Ever Eco cup
After a small design? This Ever Eco cup is my pick! With a 295ml capacity and double wall vacuum insulation it keeps drinks cold for 8 hours or warm for 4.
Not your average water bottle
Is dad in need of a new water bottle? This is the best in the biz! It’s incredibly unique and newly engineered Tri-Tech Sports Lid has three adjustable flow settings, the leak-proof OFF setting means your bottle can go in any bag and the dust lid keeps the drinking spout clean and free of dirt and grime for when you’re on the go. Not only this but it comes with a lifetime warranty and keeps your drink cold for 24hrs!
Stainless steel lunchbox
If you're after a durable eco-conscious lunch box then look no further. You may ask what's the difference in this box to other stainless boxes on the market? Aside from the individual compartments being leakproof, they are also extra deep so it makes it packing foods easier and quicker. That means no more chopping foods into small pieces to fit into odd size compartments! Better yet, it is dishwasher safe!
Movie Buffs
This 100 Movies scratch off movie poster makes a great gift for dads. Especially since you can use it together to plan fun family movie night or date night for you and hubs.
Smart mug
Control the temperature of your coffee with your smartphone. Desk dad’s will love showing off this handy gadget around the office.
Back scratcher
The back scratcher of all back scratchers!
Massager fit for dad
Help dad relieve his muscle aches and pains with this professional electric massager.
Butter spreader
Make dad’s morning routine easier with this nifty kitchen gadget.
Fermentation kit
This kit allows dad to make his own kimchi, sauerkraut and small batch fermented vegetables at home. Fun, delicious and super nutritious!
What do you meme?
A super fun game to bring out next time you’re at a games night, group holiday or just a night in together.
Travel organiser
Keep cord, bits and bobs neat at home or on travels with this handy organiser.
Personalised tape measure
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Personalised hammer
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Crib board
If you’ve never played cribbage, you’re missing out and should buy this board! it is such a fun game! you can play with yourself and hubs once the kids are in bed or with a group of friends.
