Unique Father's Day Gift Ideas That You Pretty Much Can't Find Anywhere But Etsy

Father’s Day is one of the most special holidays of the year. It’s the day we honor the big guy by showering him with greeting cards and gifts and making him breakfast. We let him watch the baseball game or the golf tournament or the NASCAR race in absolute peace, and when it’s time to assemble for Sunday dinner, we give him full reign of the barbecue. We want to celebrate the old man in every way. But how can we do that without gifting him the same old golf shirt, box of golf balls, fishing reel, tackle box, necktie, cufflinks, or barbecue set that’s available in pretty much every Target or Walmart?

Enter Matty Wax! We’ve curated a special gift guide just for unique Father’s Day gift ideas that you pretty much can’t find anywhere but Etsy. Etsy is an awesome marketplace for finding that special gift for dad. There are personalized takes on traditional gifts but also super-niche items that seem to be only available on Etsy, like our very own Sports Card Trading Cards. If you’re looking for unique Father’s Day gift ideas, then be sure to check out the following Etsy sellers and support worldwide creatives by clicking our affiliate links!

Personal Message Father’s Day Tie

Close up picture of a unique Father's Day gift idea in which a man is hold up a tie with a personalized message on the backside that says, "You are the best dad."

Let’s face it, dads pretty much expect to receive a necktie for Father’s Day. Like the Master’s golf tournament, giving the old man a tie on Father’s Day is a tradition like no other. What we like about the Personal Message Father’s Day Tie is that it is a unique twist on the traditional Father’s Day Gift. It takes a simple gift and turns it into an exceptionally meaningful one for dad. Made from quality microfiber, cotton, and poly-viscose ties, the message can say pretty much anything and can remind Dad that he is loved.

Personalized Golf Tees

An image of a bunch of wooden golf tees that are personalized for Father's Day with the message "Best Dad Ever!"

Continuing on the theme of mixing a traditional Father’s Day gift with a unique Father’s Day gift idea, the Personalized Golf Tees combine that annual tradition of giving the big guy something he needs on the golf course with a unique, custom message. Every time Dad pulls out his driver in the tee box and tees up his golf ball, he’ll think of you! That’s 18 times in a typical round of golf, not counting mulligans! You can choose from a variety of personalized messages and choose the occasion (just in case this gift isn’t for Father’s Day). Best of all, this special gift for dad is nicely priced and won’t break the bank! With over 11,000 positive reviews, Etsy seller XcaliburInk has a wide range of personalized gifts to choose from, so take a look!

Personalized Tape Measure

Picture of a personalized blue and orange tape measure that says, "Love Beyond Measure"

Every dad has his beloved tools. Whether they’re stored in a giant tool shed, the garage, or a simple trusty toolbox, a man knows he can depend on his tools. And among those tools or in a kitchen junk drawer is a simple tape measure that may have been a free gift from Home Depot or might have been purchased in a gas station quick mart. This year, why not replace the old man’s old tape measure with a Personalized Tape Measure found only on Etsy? With a number of different clever messages to choose from, such as “No one measures up” and “Loved beyond measure,” this unique Father’s Day gift idea will have Dad think of the ones who love him every time he works on a new home project!

Customized Spatula

A spatula with a wooden handle on a table with a personalized message that says "Best flippin' dad!"

The grill is a man’s sovereign domain. Whether we’re talking charcoal, gas, or wood, putting meat to fire is a long-survived tradition of Father’s Day. Let your father understand that you know how important grilling is to him with this Customized Spatula. Personalized with five different font options and brilliantly designed for right-handed and left-handed grillmasters, what more can your special outdoor chef ask for on Father’s Day? This special grilling gift for dad also features a built-in bottle opener for the big guy’s other favorite outdoor pastime.

Father’s Day Trucker Dad Hat

A green trucker hat with a brown leather patch that says "Dad"

Every dad needs a quality dad hat or trucker hat, and since Father’s Day arrives at the beginning of summer, consider upgrading the sweat-stained favorite ball cap with this Father’s Day Trucker Dad Hat. A quality Richardson hat available in a variety of dad-friendly colors like charcoal, navy, and camo, it features a custom leather patch and the classic snapback to fit all kinds of noggins. While a hat may not be one of the most unique Father’s Day gift ideas, we give extra points to the well-reviewed Etsy seller TSCraftedLaserGoods for top-shelf quality that Dad will appreciate.

Dad’s Spot Pillow

Picture of a unique father's day gift idea white canvas pillow that says "Dad's Spot" and has a pocket for a television remote control

Some dads just want to lounge around all day on Father’s Day. They just want to catch the game or the final round of the golf tournament or watch the complete Godfather Saga, and that’s just fine. This Dad’s Spot Pillow is the perfect gift for your couch potato papa! As big as your standard couch throw pillow, it’s great for resting one’s head after a long day in the yard or a hard day at work. And the clever remote control pocket ensures that Dad can always find his trusty remote!

Personalized Lego Minifigure Father’s Day Tribute

A custom shadow box with superhero Lego minifigures with a special message to dad about being smart, brave, fast, tough, funny, quick, cool, and strong.

One thing that can be difficult to argue against is Etsy’s ability to attract the most creative minds among entrepreneurs. And in the case of the Personalized Lego Minifigure Father’s Day Tribute, we have more evidence of this. As clever and sentimental as any of the unique Father’s Day gift ideas we have seen on the creative marketplace, the framed shadowbox tribute can be customized to your liking within the wood Scrabble letter tiles and the text shown. This made-to-order Father’s Day gift is perfect for the superhero fan or the Lego fan in your life! With nearly 2000 five-star reviews, Etsy seller Qutiecreativedesigns has truly knocked it out of the park!

Custom Cutting Board For Dad

Picture of a knife with cheese on a personalized cutting board that says "Pit Boss" and the name Derek Pedretti.

Father’s Day arrives right in the heart of barbecue season, so what better gift to present to Papa Pit Boss that a personalized Custom Cutting Board for Dad? Made with the big guy in mind, you can choose from three different sizes (9×12, 12×16, and 10×16), three different types of wood (maple, cherry, and walnut), and in a variety of designs in addition to your own personalization. With more than 4500 positive reviews pointing to quality, speed in shipping, and excellent service, we can’t recommend Etsy seller WallThingsCo more!

First Time Dad Personalized Beer Labels

Picture of custom beer bottle labels that are personalized with messages to new fathers unique Father's Day gift ideas.

Truly unique Father’s Day gift ideas go above and beyond the call of duty. Highly recommended Etsy seller PaprikaPaperie caught our attention with these First Time Dad Personalized Beer Labels. Great for new dads or experienced dads with a new kid on the roster, these come in quantities of four or six with or without a bottle carrier and clear instructions for how to apply them. Whether it’s the sleepless nights or the constant changing of diapers, what better way to help that new dad in your life take the edge off?

Golf Club Bottle Opener For HiM

Nine specially made bottle openers made from golf club driver heads as a unique father's day gift idea.

We round out our roundup with another unique golf-themed Father’s Day gift idea. The Golf Club Bottle Opener For Him from Etsy seller OldGolfClub combines two things near and dear to Dad’s heart — golf and opening up a cold one! Designed from vintage driver heads and repurposed into bottle openers, this special gift for dad is the perfect Father’s Day gift for golfers or fans of golf. These are 100% homemade and recycled, and the creator will work with you if there’s a certain driver shade you’d like it to be made with.

Find Unique Father’s Day Gift IDeas only On Etsy

The Etsy marketplace makes it easy to find the perfect gift for the dad in your life. Whether you’re shopping for your own dad, your husband, your brother, your son, or a close friend, be sure to support Etsy sellers everywhere by clicking on our affiliate links! And if you need a special Father’s Day card to go with your gift, be sure to check out our handmade baseball cards and handmade football cards or go straight to our Etsy shop. Take a look at our most popular cards to see if your team made the list!

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