For the Procrastinators

Have you still not finished shopping for Father's Day? It's OK, you can admit it. You can always send a last-minute Amazon.com gift certificate- even a seasoned online shopper like me does this quite often. Actually, it's a very welcome gift. It's redeemable for millions of Amazon.com items and is available in any amount from $5 to $5,000. And it never expires. Best of all? You can send one right now, along with a nifty e-card notifying the lucky guy that he can buy whatever he likes. No more wallets and ties. Purchase a gift card at Amazon.com.

Dad's Day

Happy Father's Day to all the dads (and grandpas!) out there! Enjoy your special day!

Father's Day letterpress card by Printerette.

Gifts for Dad

There's just a few days left to shop for Father's Day. Still stumped? Here are a few more gift ideas to get the creative juices flowing.

Red Bicycle Cufflinks ($25) from Etsy.com.


Colby Leather Catch-all ($19-$29) from Pottery Barn.


Entourage- The Complete First Four Seasons($98.99) from Amazon.com.


Monogrammed Grill Tools Set ($99.95) from Williams Sonoma.


Kids' Art Tie Kit ($25) from Uncommon Goods.


Baekgaard Daddy Bag ($88) from Style Boutique.

Still not sure? Browse all of our past Father's Day Gift Ideas here.

Notecards for Dads (or Grandpas)

They won't arrive in time for Sunday, but you still might want to check out these cool Guys Personalized Note Cards by Etsy shop Very Inviting Paper. For each set of 8 notecards plus envelopes, you choose personalization, color (chartreuse, tan, ocean, leaf, or dark blue) and emblem (watch, briefcase, shoes, tie, or sunglasses). Each set is reasonably priced at $17 and I can attest to the quality (I've ordered stationery here before). Check out the beautiful new fleur de lis notecards for women, too.

Dad's Cufflinks

These are some of the nicest Father' Day cufflinks I've seen in a long time (and trust me, I see a lot of this stuff). They are 100% sterling and made with 3/4" disks. You can stamp them with a name or word or just a single initial. They are pricey ($150) per pair, but a really thoughtful, classic gift. Buy them at Hot Mama Designs.

10 Father's Day Gift Picks

Wait, is Father's Day just one week away? My apologies for not sharing these ideas with you sooner. Check individual websites for shipping deadlines. And remember to check out our past Father's Day gift ideas, too (click on the Father's Day label at the end of this post).



For the sporty Dad: Ralph Lauren Polo Big Pony Cologne ($65 for eau de toilette at Macy's). A top-selling Father's Day gift this year.







For the grilling Dad: Sliders Burger Set ($29.95 from Red Envelope). Full-sized burgers are sooooo 2010.







For the sentimental Dad: Custom Keychain for Papa ($15.50 at the Etsy shop Copper Poppy). Price includes any personalization of your choice.





For the chef Dad: U.S. State Handmade Cutting Boards ($40 at the Etsy shop A Heirloom). Thanks to Woman's Day for this great gift idea!









For the new Dad: Messenger II Black Pinstripe Diaper Bag ($98 by Diaper Dude). One of the newest patterns from the most popular company making these bags for dads.





For the writing Dad: Linen Correspondence System ($25 by Forgetful Gentleman). A set that includes thank you, birthday, congratulations, "thinking of you" and blank cards, and even one emergency Forever stamp.







For the tech Dad: Cork Electronics Sleeves ($22-$39 at Uncommon Goods). Handmade in Spain.







For the couch potato Dad: True Blood: The Complete Third Season ($51.99 at Barnes & Noble). Not sure I get the appeal of this show, but I know it's a hit.







For the golfer Dad: Hole in One Golf Gift Basket ($69.99 at Gourmet Gift Baskets). Everything he needs for a day of golf--including gourmet snacks and keepsakes packed in a fully functional cooler.







For the reader Dad: Kindle, Wi-Fi, Graphite, 6" Display with New E Ink Pearl Technology - includes Special Offers & Sponsored Screensavers ($114 at Amazon.com). Including special offers, this is Amazon's best offer to-date of its top-selling product.

Daddy Threads from Etsy

Look at these cute Father's Day gifts I spotted at Etsy.com:

Vintage Dad (any year) Tee by Branded. $28.


Father & Son Tie Applique Shirts by Super Sweet Creations. $43.



Daddy Needs Some Love'n Organic Tee by Nina & Tom. $25.



Place your orders soon; the shipping deadlines are ASAP.

Father's Day: Personalized Dopp Kit

My apologies that I am late with my Father's Day gift recommendations! I am rounding up a bunch for you, but in the meantime I want to show you one of my most popular recommendations, which is available again this year at Personalization Mall (and it's on sale, too). It's a Milano Personalized Leather Dopp Kit ($47.95, regularly $59.95). You can choose a 1, 2, or 3 initial monogram. Guaranteed to please dad! Stay tuned for lots more Father's Day gift ideas very soon.

Enjoy $10 off any order of $50 or more with code PMALL10D for a limited time only.

Bargain Alert: Custom Father's Day Cards for 99 cents

For the past year or two, I've been making personalized personalized Father's Day cards and Mother's Day cards at Tiny Prints, where you can make a card customized with your own photo(s) and own greeting inside for just 99 cents. I've given these to my parents with pictures and greetings of R. and S. and they are always a hit (and remain on display for long past the holiday). They are a pretty fantastic alternative to any store-bought Hallmark card, since not only do they include a photo, but they also have more modern designs (my favorite is this "In Lights" Father's Day Card). Also I like that Tiny Prints has also added the option of making a Father's Day cards with gift certificate, so Dad (or Grandpa) also gets to enjoy a gift card to buy whatever he wants from stores ranging from Amazon to Starbucks to Home Depot. Browse all the Father's Day cards at Tiny Prints.

Buy Father's Day cards for just 99 cents through June 7th at Tiny Prints with coupon code "fday99". |

Bargain Alert: Free Father's Day Photo Card

I just created a card for my own dad (using a photo of my kids) by taking advantage of this Free Father's Day Greeting Card offer at Shutterfly. I chose the "Father's Day Gift Coupon" template- the "coupon" will be for a visit from my kids to Grandpa's office. The cards, which normally cost $2.49, are being offered for free (you just pay shipping which is as little as 99 cents). Makes not only a great card, but also a sweet keepsake, for a favorite dad or granddad. Buy one at Shutterfly.com.

Your Undivided Attention

I always find clever gifts at UncommonGoods. In their latest catalog I spotted this tongue-in-cheek Phonekerchief that allows you to give your undivided attention to your dining companion. Made of silver fibers that will block out your incoming texts and calls, the "phonekerchief" is a witty hint to your Blackberry-addicted partner. Buy it for $15 at Uncommon Goods,

Bargain Alert: Exposures Roundabout Frame

As promised, I am finding more bargain-priced gifts for you to scoop up. I just bought several of these beautiful Roundabout Glass Block Frames from Exposures. It spins to display 4 x 6" photos on both sides (perfect for indecisive types). It is a perfect gift for just about any occasion (birthdays, holidays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, you name it...). Best of all, it is at the rock bottom price of $5.99 (originally $24). Grab some now at Exposures.

Take Me Out To The Ballgames

You may want to go ahead and bookmark this one for Father's Day. I just found an officially licensed MLB Stadium Travel Map at Exposures. It's expensive ($169.95) but possibly worth it for a major baseball fan. The map tracks and displays all the ballparks you've visited, and includes each team's logo and past stadiums over the past half-century (so it can be enjoyed by fans of all ages). It also includes pins and flags to mark your recent and upcoming visits. Plus, you can add your own personalized message, and it arrives framed. My cousins just did a stadium tour last week (winding up at the Mets home opener) and I'm sure there are many families like them who'd be the perfect recipients of this gift. Check it out at Exposures.

Happy Father's Day

At this point, it would be a belated Father's Day gift, but how about this stylish modern key catchall ($58) from RedEnvelope.com? (Can you tell I love key catchalls? I think this is the 3rd one I've posted). This one is made of durable brushed aluminum (wall-mounting hardware included) and also has space for his cell phone, wallet, and other essentials he needs on his way out the door. Check out all the last-minute Father's Day gifts at RedEnvelope.com.

Cookies for Dad

This would indeed be a very last-minute Father's Day gift, but I love these World's Greatest Dad cookies from renowned New York City bakery Eleni's. A true work of art, the set of 17 hand-iced sugar cookies has a real NYC pricetag- $65- but I can personally attest that Eleni's cookies are not only gorgeous but also delicious. And since the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, they are a good investment too. Check out the Father's Day treats and other amazing edibles at Eleni's.

Like Father, Like Son

Father's Day is just 10 days away, and I'm finding cute dad-inspired gifts everywhere. Check out this adorable Like Father/Like Son playsuit at Tricky & Titch. Made of cozy soft combed cotton, the preshrunk bodysuit has 8 tiny color-matched nickel-free snaps for easy dressing, and is 100% made in Canada. Sizes 0-6 mos or 6-12 mos, $30.50 at Tricky & Titch (click on "playsuits/bodysuits").

Find Dad's Keys

Having spent many of my "pre-mom" years working in art museums, I love browsing museum stores for unusual and fun gifts. The online store of The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) here in New York City never disappoints. This Clote Velcro Key Holder ($70) is a design-friendly solution to the age-old problem of where to keep your keys visible (and, therefore, I think would make a great Father's Day gift). The steel wall-mounted unit features five color-coordinated Velcro circles and loop fastener key chains. Another nice feature: Clote items are assembled in a workshop for physically challenged people in Germany. Check out this and other new arrivals at MoMA's online shop.