Quick picks
- Best all-round dad gift: Dad’s Patience
- For the dad who naps after lunch: Second Wind
- For the dad of a busy house: Parenting Patience
- For the proud Yorkshireman: A Bit Of Yorkshire
- Rule of thumb: tease a dad habit he already owns, then let him show it off
Every dad has a drawer full of mugs. “World’s Best Dad”, “Dad: the man, the myth, the legend”, one with a golf joke and one that was a free gift with a box of chocolates. They are kind gifts, but most dads have more mugs than cupboard space. If you want something that gets a proper laugh and still ends up on display, a small joke gift about one of his dad habits does the job better. This guide covers funny gifts for dad that beat another mug, from the patient to the sleepy to the proudly Yorkshire.
| Gift | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Dad’s Patience | £14.95 | Any dad who has heard “are we there yet?” |
| Second Wind | £14.95 | The dad asleep on the sofa by three |
| Parenting Patience | £14.95 | The dad of a busy, noisy house |
| A Bit Of Yorkshire | £14.95 | The proud Yorkshireman |
| Morning Person Serum | £14.95 | The dad who is not a morning person |
| A Bit Of A Clue | £14.95 | The dad who refuses to read instructions |
What is a funny gift for dad that is not a mug?
A small joke gift about one of his habits. Dads tend to have a few famous traits that the whole family teases him about: the afternoon nap, the refusal to ask for directions, the patience that runs out somewhere around the M25. A gift that points at one of those gets a laugh from everyone, and because it is a display piece rather than something to use, it does not end up at the back of a cupboard with the mugs.
Why are dads so hard to buy for?
Because most dads say they do not want anything, and many of them mean it. They buy the tools they need themselves, they already own the socks and they have no interest in a new gadget that needs charging. What they do enjoy is a laugh, especially one that shows the family knows them well. That is why a small, funny gift often goes down better than a bigger, practical one.
What is the best funny gift for any dad?
Dad’s Patience. Every dad has needed a top-up at some point, whether during a long car journey, a family board game or the fifth “why?” in a row. It is a gentle joke that every dad recognises, so it is safe for any dad, stepdad or grandad. It also makes a great Father’s Day gift from younger children, with a grown-up helping to choose.
Any dad who has heard 'are we there yet?'
Dad's Patience
£14.95For the dad whose patience has been tested by every car journey and board game. A top-up for the shelf.
What do you buy a dad who naps after lunch?
Second Wind. Every family has a dad who closes his eyes “just for a minute” after Sunday lunch and wakes up two hours later insisting he was awake the whole time. A vial of Second Wind is the perfect gentle tease. Put it next to his armchair and wait for him to notice.
The dad asleep on the sofa by three
Second Wind
£14.95For the dad who rests his eyes after every big meal. Something to get him through the afternoon film.
What is a funny gift for a dad with young children?
Parenting Patience. A dad with a house full of small children has a very different kind of day to the rest of us, and most of it is spent tidying, refereeing and answering questions. This gift is a sympathetic laugh about all of it. It suits new dads, dads of twins and anyone who has stepped on a toy brick in bare feet.
The dad of a busy, noisy house
Parenting Patience
£14.95For the dad who has not sat down for five minutes since the children arrived. A joke he will feel deeply.
What do you buy a proud Yorkshire dad?
A Bit Of Yorkshire. If your dad brings up Yorkshire in every conversation, insists everything is better up north and has opinions about how other people make a Sunday roast, this is the gift. It is a fond joke about regional pride, and Yorkshire dads in particular tend to put it front and centre on the mantelpiece.
The proud Yorkshireman
A Bit Of Yorkshire
£14.95For the dad who will tell you where he is from within five minutes of meeting you. Bottled pride.
What is a funny gift for a dad who is not a morning person?
Morning Person Serum. It suits the dad who does not say a word until he has been up for an hour, who grumbles at the alarm and who claims he has “always been an early riser” despite all evidence. It is a light, friendly tease for the bedside table or the kitchen windowsill.
The dad who is not a morning person
Morning Person Serum
£14.95For the dad who needs an hour before he can speak. Gentle encouragement for the start of the day.
What do you buy a dad who never reads instructions?
A Bit Of A Clue. It is for the dad who builds the flat-pack wardrobe without the leaflet, has three screws left over and says they were spares. It also suits the dad who will not ask for directions, even when the sat nav has given up. It is a joke he will laugh at, mostly because he knows it is true.
The dad who refuses to read instructions
A Bit Of A Clue
£14.95For the dad with three spare screws and a wobbly shelf. A little help, whether he wants it or not.
Which funny gift suits which dad?
| If your dad is… | Try |
|---|---|
| Patient, most of the time | Dad’s Patience |
| A champion napper | Second Wind |
| Outnumbered by small children | Parenting Patience |
| Proudly from Yorkshire | A Bit Of Yorkshire |
| Not a morning person | Morning Person Serum |
| Allergic to instructions | A Bit Of A Clue |
Are these good Father’s Day gifts?
Yes. They work for Father’s Day, birthdays and Christmas. A joke gift is especially good for Father’s Day, because the day is about celebrating him, habits and all. Children can choose the joke that fits him best, and a grown-up can add his name to the label. It is the sort of gift that ends up on his desk at work, where he can show it off.
What is a funny gift for a grandad?
Most of these work just as well for grandads, especially Second Wind and Dad’s Patience. Grandads often have even more patience, and even longer naps. A gift from the grandchildren with his name on it is something he will keep for years. For a grandad who looks after the grandchildren regularly, Parenting Patience gets a knowing laugh from the whole family.
What should you avoid in a funny gift for dad?
Avoid jokes about his hair, his waistline or his age in a mean way. Avoid anything he is genuinely sensitive about, such as his job or his health. The best dad gifts tease a habit he already jokes about himself. If he calls himself “the napping champion”, Second Wind is a celebration. If he does not, pick something else.
Can you give a set of gifts to dad?
Yes, and it works well for a big birthday. Two or three vials on a shelf look like a small collection, and each one can come from a different child. Dad’s Patience, Second Wind and A Bit Of A Clue together tell the story of a typical Sunday. It is a funny, generous gift without being expensive.
What is a funny gift for a stepdad?
Pick a joke that welcomes him into the family’s sense of humour. Dad’s Patience is a lovely choice for a stepdad, because it recognises everything he puts up with without making a big deal of it. If he has only recently joined the family, keep the joke light and add a proper card. A small gift with his name on it says “you are one of us” in a way a mug never quite manages.
How much should you spend on a funny gift for dad?
About £15 is plenty for a joke gift. Every pick here is £14.95, which leaves room for a card, a small treat or a day out together. Most dads would rather have time with the family than an expensive present, so a funny gift plus an afternoon together is a winning combination.
Can you put dad’s name on it?
Yes. Type his name on the product page and you will see a preview before you order. A name, or simply “Dad”, makes the joke feel like his own, and it is the easiest way to make a small gift personal. If you want a fully custom joke, the builder lets you write the whole label yourself. Personalised novelty vials. Display only, not for use.
Know his most famous dad habit?
Write it on a label with his name on it.
Questions people ask
A small joke gift about one of his habits, such as Dad’s Patience or Second Wind for the sofa napper. Both are £14.95 and sit on a shelf rather than in a cupboard. Something that celebrates his dad habits, such as A Bit Of A Clue for the dad who never reads instructions. Yes. Type it on the product page and you will see a preview before ordering. Coloured display liquid. Every vial is a novelty gift for display only, not for use.What is a funny gift for dad that is not a mug?
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