Father’s Day is a time to honor the dads, stepdads, grandpas, and father figures who make life special. This year, skip the store-bought gifts and surprise him with something handmade! Whether you’re into sewing, crafting, or DIY gifts, Fairfield World has all the supplies you need to create heartfelt, personalized presents that celebrate dad.
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Custom Pillows for the Man Cave
Make his favorite chair even more comfortable with a custom pillow. Use Fairfield World’s pillow inserts and fun novelty fabrics to reflect his personality: sports teams, hobbies, or his favorite TV shows. Cotton Candy Fabrics shares a tutorial that shows you how to make a man cave pillow that even has pockets to hold the remote and his phone!
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First Down Chain Pillows
Create a set of stuffed football field chains for dad’s man cave or favorite football watching chair! This video tutorial by JakkBox Creations explains how to paint the fabric to create the design before you sew it and fill with Poly-Fil Fiber Fill.
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DIY Hoodie Neck Pillow
This DIY gift is perfect for dads who travel often. Instead of the standard neck pillow, make this hoodie version and celebrate dad with a gift that reflects his style! Use Poly-Fil® Micro Beads with Fiber Fill for lightweight support. Check out Zebs Art Beat’s video to get the full supply list along with a pattern and complete instructions.
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Spillproof Apron
Sew a durable apron and line it with Shield Liner Fabric to create a spill proof gift that’s ready for any cooking spills! Helen’s Closet has a tutorial with a free pattern for an apron that’s made to accommodate cooks of all shapes and sizes.
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Leather Oven Mitt
Pair the spill proof apron you made with a matching handmade oven mitt. A lightweight batting paired with Solarize® Insulating Lining will ensure he’s ready to handle the heat. Heavy Boy Leathercraft’s video tutorial teaches how to make a unique leather oven mitt that any guy will love!
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Remote or Tool Caddy
Sew a quilted armrest caddy or a hanging organizer using Structure™ Fusible Interfacing and batting to hold all his remotes, magazines, tools, or snacks. This is a practical and stylish gift for his favorite lounge chair or workspace. Check out Hello Sewing’s awesome tutorial to get started!
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Laptop or Tablet Sleeve
Create a padded sleeve for his devices using Shield® Moisture Barrier Fabric and Poly-Fil® Low-Loft Batting to keep electronics safe and stylish. Lia Griffith’s pattern and tutorial for a sleek felt tablet cover is a great place to start.
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Photo Pillow Keepsake
Print a favorite family photo onto fabric with photo transfer paper, then fill with a Fairfield World pillow insert. If you want to make several pillows, or want to create a matching memory quilt, follow It’s Always Autumn’s tutorial to learn how to make your own fabric with photos.
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Car Visor Organizer
Sew a hanging car organizer with multiple pockets to help him ensure he has everything he needs within reach. Stiffen Interfacing will give this project the strength needed to hold everything in place. Tactical Cowboy’s video tutorial shows how to make a car visor organizer that will hold many items that dad might need when he is on the road.
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Make a Travel Bag
Celebrate dad by making a sturdy travel bag that will remind him of you when he’s away from home. Use Polka Dot Chair’s pattern and instructions to create a roomy boxy bag for him. Use a sturdy fabric, like duck cloth canvas, with interfacing to maintain the structure of the bag.
Make It Special, Make It Handmade
Whatever you choose to make, your time, creativity, and effort will mean the world to Dad. With Fairfield World’s wide range of crafting and sewing products, there’s no limit to the love you can craft this Father’s Day!