Dads tend to hide their emotions but you can bet that a gift that you made for him will be remebered long after the gift is worn out and gone. Take the time to to sew Dad something he's bound to love for Father's Day.
1. Sew A BBQ Apron
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Make a BBQ Apron and chef's hat for the person who will be manning the grill this summer or for part of a Halloween costume. What ever your purpose, you'll find free directions here.
2. Sew A Chef's Hat
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Make your own chef's hat for the Dad that mans the grill! Find a great novelty print fabric to really personalize the gift.
3. Nail Pouch For Dad!
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What could tell Dad how much he is loved and appreciated, more than a homemade gift that he can actually use. This is a simple project that the kids maybe able to make themselves. Find free full directions here.
4. Keep Cool Scarf
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Does Dad work out in the heat? A couple of these scarves may be a very welcome gift. Chill out on hot days with a simple, cooling neck scarf.
5. A Nail Apron for Woodworking
A few simple changes to the free BBQ apron directions, makes a great nail apron with a pencil holder.6. Remote Control Organizer
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I don't know about other houses but in our house Dad is the King of the Remote control Kingdom. This armchair organizer helps keep them where he can find them... unless we happen to hide the remote control...
7. Sew a Trick Wallet
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Is your Dad a "gadget guy"? Does he love to play jokes and try to figure out how everything works? This Trick wallet may be just perfect for him... and even more perfect for him if it holds a gift certificate to his favorite tool store.
8. Back Seat Vehicle Organizer
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Does Dad hate having junk all over the car? Use these free directions to create your own organizer to keep back seat clutter under control. Full photos and step by step directions can be found here.
9. Football Throw Pillow
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Complete directions and on-line pattern to make a foot ball pillow... a football that's safe to throw around the house!
10. Sew a Basketball Pillow
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A great pillow for a basketball fan! You'll find a free pattern and step by step directions here.
