Father’s Day…it’s not far away!

Fathers Day
Fabulous Fathers
We have gifts for every dad this Father’s Day,
Sunday 2nd September

Every dad is different. Some dads love getting outdoors in the garden or playing sport, others prefer relaxing with a beer or book. Mr Gift has gifts to suit every dad – here’s a taster of some of our favourites below…

FOR YOU: Here’s a $20 Discount Voucher + FREE delivery on us! To redeem your $20 voucher and free delivery simply enter Discount Code DAD in the Discount Code field when you place your order (product total must amount to $20 for voucher to work). You’re welcome to use this yourself, or pass onto someone else you know who might enjoy using it. Voucher is valid until midnight Sunday 2/9/2018.

Here are a few of our favourite gift ideas for dads

1. MUSIC-LOVING DADS
eg. Art Vinyl Flip Record Frame $99.95 
Music-enthusiast dads will love being able to display their favourite record covers in this stylish record frame. Simply change the record cover to keep your walls looking fresh. 
2nd Skin Gardening Gloves
2. GARDENING DADS
eg. Second Skin Leather Gardening Gloves $22.85
Every gardener needs a good quality pair of gardening gloves – including big tough dads.
 
Fitkick Folding Cap
3. ACTIVE DADS
eg. Fitkick Folding Cap $29.95 
Active dads on the go will love the convenience of this folding cap that can be easily stashed in a pocket or bag. 
Cheeseporn Cheese Board
4. FOODIE DADS
eg. Cheeseporn Cheese Board $79.95
A stylish cheese board with a playful edge. Combine with dad’s favourite cheese and crackers for the ultimate gift set.

 

5.STYLISH DADS
eg. Walk the Talk Men’s Sock Set $34.95
Whoever said socks were a boring gift never saw these socks! Great for the dad with a sense of humor. 
 
Le Videpoche Desk Tidy
6. BUSINESS DADS
eg. Le Videpoche Desk Tidy $58.95
Help dad keep his work-space in order with this cool desk organiser. Available in black and grey.
 
Eva Solo Catalyzer Bottle Pourer Wine Aerator
7. WINE-LOVING DADS
eg. Eva Solo Catalyzer Bottle Pourer Wine Aerator $99.95
Help dad aerate and pour his wine without an drips with this handy wine aerator.
 
8. WHISKEY-LOVING DADS
eg. Areaware Whiskey Stones $57.95
A gift for the purist, who can’t bear to dilute his favourite tipple with water!
 
9. BBQ DADS
eg. Suck UK BBQ Toolbox $184.95
For dads who love an alfresco BBQ.
 
Suck UK Create your own leather notebook
10. STATIONERY-ENTHUSIAST DADS
eg. Suck UK Create your Own Leather Notebook $54.95
Dad will love this high-quality leather notebook that he can refill with his own favourite paper. It’s also great for using up recycled paper. 
 

Gifts for Rad Dads

Mr Gift Father's Day 2017
What’s on your dad’s wish list? 
We have gifts for every “rad dad” this Father’s Day,
Sunday 3th September

Every dad is different. Some dads love getting outdoors in the garden or playing sport, others prefer relaxing with a beer or book. Mr Gift has gifts to suit every dad – here’s a taster of some of our favourites below…

FOR YOU: Here’s a $20 Discount Voucher. To redeem your $20 voucher, simply enter Discount Code DAD in the Discount Code field when you place your order (product total must amount to $20 for voucher to work). You’re welcome to use this yourself, or pass onto someone else you know who might enjoy using it. Voucher is valid until midnight Sunday 3/9/2016.

Here are a few of our favourite gift ideas for dads

Foucault's Pendulum
1. GADGET-LOVING DADS
eg. Foucault’s Pendulum $44.95 
Foucault’s Pendulum is a gadget designed to sit on your desk or coffee table and create mesmerising patterns via rhythmic motion. The beauty of science!
 
Burgon & Ball Folding Pocket Knife and Steel
2. GARDENING DADS
eg. Burgon & Ball Classic Folding Pocket Knife & Steel Gift Set $97.95
If you’re looking for a beautiful yet practical gift for gardeners, this is it.
 
Gentlemen's Hardware Bicycle Repair Kit
3. VEGEMITE-LOVING DADS
eg. Mircofibre Tea Towel $24.95
These cloths are perfect for drying and cleaning crockery, glassware, and cutlery because the microfibre fabric effortlessly removes smears, watermarks, and fingerprints. And the design is pretty cool too!
IXXI Star Wars Chewbacca Wall Art
4. STAR WARS-OBSESSED DADS
eg. IXXI Star Wars Chewbacca Wall Art from $119.95
IXXI’s Dutch-designed system reinvents the way we think of wall art, using individual squares and connectors that create a unique, stunning image.

 

The Game leather cricket wallet
5. SPORT-OBSESSED DADS
eg. ‘The Game’ Leather Cricket Wallet $129
The must-have accessory for every cricket-loving dad, The Game Wallet features unique stitching inspired by the iconic cricket ball.
 
Belly Art Framed inkless print kit
6. NEW DADS
eg. Belly Art Print Frame Kit $34.95
This kit allows you to capture the hand and footprints of your little one, with a frame so you can frame them. There’s also enough paper to make a print for your frame, as well as your baby book. No ink or fuss required, so the process of capturing your baby’s hand and foot print is quick and clean. The perfect gift for a new dad. 
Areaware Drinks Rocks
7. WHISKY-LOVING DADS
eg. Areaware Drink Rocks Whiskey Stones $57.95
Designed by Runa Klock for Areaware, these stones are made from natural soapstone and marble that will keep your spirits cold, but undiluted.
Fishing lure
8. FISHING DADS
eg. Fishing Lure from $44.95
This handmade fishing lure is a special gift for dads who are fanatical about fishing. Features inscription: “Hooked on you”. The fish will love it too! Available in copper, bronze or stainless steel.  
Best Ever Paper Airplanes book
9. BIG-KID DADS
eg. Best Ever Paper Airplanes by Norman Schmidt $19.95
Kids of all ages (especially the grown-up ones!) will love this book which features 18 unique paper airplane designs named after birds with comprehensive instructions on how to make them.
INside OUT Umbrella
10. STYLISH DADS
eg. INside OUT Umbrella $44.95
The only umbrella he’ll ever need!

Who’s your Daddy? Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Mr Gift Father's Day 2016
Who’s your Daddy? 
We have gifts for every “Daddy” this Father’s Day,
Sunday 4th September

Every dad is different. Some dads love getting outdoors in the garden or playing sport, others prefer relaxing with a beer or book. Mr Gift has gifts to suit every dad – here’s a taster of some of our favourites below…

FOR YOU: Here’s a $20 Discount Voucher. To redeem your $20 voucher, simply enter Discount Code DAD in the Discount Code field when you place your order (product total must amount to $20 for voucher to work). You’re welcome to use this yourself, or pass onto someone else you know who might enjoy using it. Voucher is valid until midnight Sunday 4/9/2016.

Here are a few of our favourite gift ideas for dads

Metal Detector
1. GADGET-LOVING DADS
eg. Metal Detector (easy-build) $29.95 
Who hasn’t dreamed of finding buried treasure? Guys of all ages will love this cool gadget that they can build themselves.
 
Sow n' Sow seeds
2. GARDENING DADS
eg. Sow n’ Sow Seeds $9.95 each or 2 for $15
Spring is the perfect time of year to get out in the garden and grow some new plants from seed. Garden-enthusiast dads will love the selection of Sow n’ Sow seeds, including Australian natives.
 
Gentlemen's Hardware Bicycle Repair Kit
3. “MAMIL (Middle-aged Man in Lycra)” DADS
eg. Gentlemen’s Hardware Bicycle Repair Kit $23.95 
If his bike is his ‘prized possession’, and he’s not afraid to don a bit of Lycra, then this gift is for him! These repair kits are also handy for casual riders – no one likes a puncture!. 
Man Law BBQ Grill Light
4. ‘KING OF THE BBQ DADS
eg. MAN LAW BBQ Grill Light $39.95
This handy BBQ Grill Light means that dad can still BBQ even after the sun goes down.

 

The Game leather cricket wallet
5. SPORT-OBSESSED DADS
eg. ‘The Game’ Leather Cricket Wallet $129
The must-have accessory for every cricket-loving dad, The Game Wallet features unique stitching inspired by the iconic cricket ball.
 
Work Hard Play Hard Cufflinks
6. HARD-WORKING DADS
eg. Work Hard Play Hard Cufflinks $19.95
Essential cufflinks for dads who like to keep life in perspective, and enjoy their leisure time as much as their work time. 
Luggage tag
7. TRAVELLING DADS
eg. Metal Luggage Tag from $59.95
This handmade luggage tag is a gorgeous keepsake for any dad who travels frequently to remind him of home. Features a quote from the movie Cloud Atlas,“Travel far enough, you meet yourself”. Available in copper, bronze or stainless steel.  
Fishing lure
8. FISHING DADS
eg. Fishing Lure from $44.95
This handmade fishing lure is a special gift for dads who are fanatical about fishing. Features inscription: “Hooked on you”. The fish will love it too! Available in copper, bronze or stainless steel.  
Golf marker
9. GOLFING DADS
eg. Golf Marker from $39.95
This handmade snazzy golf marker will spark some interesting conversation on the golf course. Features the inscription: “Golf. All the other 4 letter words were taken”. Available in copper, bronze and stainless steel. 
Boheme Hombre Messenger Leather Satchel
10. STYLISH DADS
eg. Boheme Hombre Messenger Leather Satchel $249.95
A smart satchel maketh the man. This timeless leather satchel will stand the test of time when it comes to style and quality. 
Father’s Day is special because…

“Raising a family can be tough sometimes, and every parent likes to feel appreciated. Most of the dads I know hit the ground running as soon as they get home from work. They barely take off their jacket before they’re helping bath the kids and get them ready for bed, dinner, etc. Father’s Day is a great opportunity to reflect on all the things – big and small – that dads do for their family throughout the year.” Jorgan Symes, Mr Gift co-founder

“What would we do without dads? Who would fix the car, lift heavy stuff, remove spiders from the house, take lids off jars, mow the lawn, and more? We reckon dads are super and deserve our appreciation for all the little things they do (that often get overlooked throughout the year). This year we challenge you to make dad feel less like an ‘unsung hero’ and more like a ‘superhero’!” Courtney Symes, Mr Gift co-founder

Five reasons to get out in the garden this spring…

Five reasons to get out in the garden this Spring
Gardening is good for you.
Fresh air, exercise, Vitamin D, stress-relief, as well as the satisfaction of growing your own produce, are just some of the benefits. If you need any more convincing, here are five great products that help make gardening easy and fun…

We’re also offering FREE DELIVERY on all orders from now until Father’s Day (midnight Saturday 5/9/15).  

Use Discount Code DAD in the Discount Code field when you place your order.  

This offer can’t be used in conjunction with other offers, or redeemed for cash. But please feel free to share with family and friends:)

The Little Veggie Patch Co Guide to Backyard Farming
1. You don’t have to know what you’re doing
That’s where books like The Little Veggie Patch Co’s Guide to Backyard Farming come in handy. Exploring the garden month-by-month, this book details what’s happening in the garden each month, including which veggies, fruit and herbs you should be planting and harvestingThere are also delicious seasonal recipesusing produce – try the Haloumi, Asparagus and Roasted Tomato Salad or the Beetroot and Chocolate Cake.
Grow Bags
2. You don’t need much space
You don’t need a large garden or backyard to grow plants. These Grow Bags are ideal for balconies, patios or small courtyards and have a lovely natural, organic look. 
Sneeboer Great Dixter Trowel
3. Make life easier with the right tools for the job
The Sneeboer Great Dixter Trowel has a strong, narrow blade that is ideal for transplanting seedlings (especially plants with long roots) and working in narrow spaces between other plants.   
Tweet Bird House
4. Make friends with your local wildlife
Spring-time flowering plants attract more birds and insects to your garden. You can encourage these little visitors with a cute Bird Houselike this one…
Burgon and Ball Herb Dryer
5. Make the most of your home-grown produce
There’s nothing more rewarding than using the produce you’ve grown. But sometimes it’s easy to produce more than we can consume. This is where drying and preserving produce comes in handy, especially herbs. The Burgon and Ball Herb Dryer will ensure that you have tasty dried herbs to flavour your cooking throughout the year.  

Handmade Father’s Day Gift: Mess-Free Baby Painting

This handmade Father’s Day gift idea is great for families with little ones who are a bit too young to draw or colour in an artwork for Father’s Day…

Image from www.candokiddo.com



Why we love it:

  • It’s simple and inexpensive – you just need a tray, a couple of golf balls and some paint
  • This is a great (mess-free) activity for babies and young children, who will love seeing the colours and patterns they create. The activity helps promote co-ordination, especially using two hands. 
  • You could cut this artwork out into any shape, write on it and frame it, or turn it into a personalised Father’s Day card
  • This is a great way for kids to create art for birthdays, anniversaries, or Mother’s Day. 
Have you done any art activities with your children? 
What did you make? 

Ten gifts to help him look his best: Father’s Day grooming and accessory gifts

Men's grooming and accessory gifts
Left to their own devices, the grooming regime for many men would consist of a bar of soap, a toothbrush, and some deodorant (well, hopefully!). Whilst grooming routines don’t need to be complicated, a few carefully-selected products will make him feel like a king. Here are some of our favourites…

We’re also offering FREE DELIVERY on all orders from now until Father’s Day (midnight Saturday 5/9/15).  

Use Discount Code DAD in the Discount Code field when you place your order.  

This offer can’t be used in conjunction with other offers, or redeemed for cash. But please feel free to share with family and friends:)

Gentlemen's Hardware Wash Bag
1. Gentlemen’s Hardware Wash Bag $39.95
Men’s wash bags don’t need to be boring. Made from durable grey felt with faux-leather trim, this wash bag is the perfect size for a weekend escape or a longer hiatus abroad. View the Gentlemen’s Hardware range… 
Go-comb hair comb
2. Go Comb $14.95
As the name suggests, this comb is small-but-mighty and an essential for every guy’s (and gal’s) wallet. 
Bailey's Shoe and Brush Polish Kit
3. Baileys Shoe Brush and Polish Kit $24.95
Polished shoes might not always be noticed, but scuffed, unpolished shoes stand out. Keep your shoes looking their best with this beautiful beeswax-based shoe polish. Available in neutral or black.  
Moustache Grooming Kit
4. Moustache Grooming Kit NOW $10 (was $12.95)
Every great moustache requires a little TLC. Consisting of a handy-sized pair of scissors and grooming comb, this kit will help keep his ‘tache looking its best. 
Beauty Mate Nude Nut Gift Set
5. Beauty Mate Nude Nut Gift Pack $34.95
This Gift Pack is all about his face. Beauty Mate’s face wash, moisturizer and shave gel will keep him looking sharp everyday, and maintain his street-cred without a hint of girly packaging anywhere! If he’s a hair man, he might like theBeauty Mate Good on You Gift Pack
 
i-clip wallet
6. I-Clip Wallet $37.95
This compact, light-weight wallet is designed to hold all your essentials without taking up precious space in your pocket. Made in Germany from high-quality calf leather and light weight resin. Available in black, navy, red and tan. 
Hanpu Koubou Overnight Bag
7. Hanpu Koubou Canvas Overnight Bag $59.95
The beauty of canvas bags is that they’re light-weight, which is great for keeping that baggage allowance weight down. Hanpu Koubou make high-quality, functional bags and this one’s a great example. It features lots of handy pockets as well as a spacious interior. View the range…
Wurkin Stiffs Knotz Cufflinks
8. Wurkin Stiffs Knotz Cufflinks $19.95
Stylish cufflinks don’t need to be expensive. Wurkin Stiff’s Knotz Cufflinks come in a variety of colours that will match most shirts and are made from a silky-smooth yarn designed to glide through shirt cuffs.View the range…
YMMN Leather Wallet
9. YMMN Leather Wallet $249.95
Every man deserves a wallet they’re proud to pull out of their pocket and this one will definitely tick all the boxes when it comes to style and quality. Check out the YMMN range here…
Sophisti-Case Globus Luxury Lacquered Box
10. Sophisti-Case Globus Luxury Lacquered Box $249.95
Look after your cufflinks and keep them organised by carefully storing them. The best thing about this beautiful chest is its interchangeable shelves, which allow it to be customised to accomodate a variety of accessories and trinkets. This box also works well for desk accessories. Here are some cufflinks to put in it…