Save Father’s Day with these thoughtful present ideas that will make Dad feel seen, adored, and appreciated.
Friendly reminder: Father’s Day is less than a week away! If time got away from you, don't sweat—lucky for all of us, there are still tons of ways to make the day super special for Dad, from finding presents that can arrive on time to sending a gift teaser to let him know his gift is en route. Need a little help finding a heartfelt pick he'll cherish? Try Gift Mode today and let the brilliant ideas pour in! It's easy, it's fun, and the effort will be more than worth it when you surprise him with that just-right present—be it a vintage camping print for his den or something practical like a wooden stand for his headphones.
Whether you’re looking for a Father’s Day gift for your dad, your brother who just had a new baby, or any other father figure in your life, you can find incredible, original presents from small shops on Etsy. Read on to discover some our favorite ways to make last-minute Father’s Day magic, even when time is tight.
1. Use the Estimated delivery filter to get a gift, quick
Yes, there may just still be time to get the perfect gift for Dad delivered! Go on and use the Estimated delivery filter when searching on Etsy to find a present that should show up in time*. Note that the estimated delivery date is an order’s estimated arrival date based on the purchase date, the seller's location and processing time, and the shipping destination and mail carrier. You can also filter by shop location to find something local which may help reduce shipping times—plus, it’s a win-win when you get to support small businesses in your own backyard!
SHOP: Mixology dice pouch from Two Tumbleweeds, $24
SHOP: Headphone stand from Beaver Peak, $80
2. Share a sneak peek with a gift teaser
The good news? If you find the perfect present and it might not show up in time, you can still make the experience extra-special with an Etsy gift teaser. It’s a new feature that makes it easy to let Dad know his present is ordered and on the way—and you can even add a personal note. Pro tip: even if the gift will get there on time, a gift teaser is a great way to build excitement and share tracking info!
SHOP: Coordinate cufflinks from Personal Cufflinks, $57
SHOP: Denim baseball cap from ApeNBird, $59
3. Score instant present success with a digital download
Want a present right away, with no time to waste? Try digital downloads from the talented sellers on Etsy! From beautiful art prints for his favorite corner to sweet greeting cards that help you say what you can’t put into words, they’re delivered to your inbox right after purchasing. All you need to do is print it out, maybe pop it in a frame, and add a sweet handwritten note.
SHOP: Downloadable vintage-inspired camping poster from Florals Prints, $9
SHOP: Printable 1st Father’s Day card from Cotton Heart Baby, $4
4. Let him pick his own present with a gift card
Etsy Gift Cards are a great gift anytime but especially at the last-minute. Some dads may seem like they have everything, which makes them even more difficult to shop for. Well, there’s no one in the world who picks a better gift for him than himself! He gets exactly what he wants and it’s from little old you—and what’s more thoughtful than that?
SHOP: Whiskey gift bundle from Zehr Custom Engraving, from $58
SHOP: Hanging bird feeder from Elias House Studio, $109
*The estimated delivery date is based on your purchase date, the recipient's location, the seller's processing time and location, and the shipping carrier. Other factors—like placing an order on a weekend or a holiday—may end up pushing the arrival of your item beyond the estimated delivery date. It's our hope that your item gets where it's going as soon as possible, but given the factors involved, this is only an estimate.
