7 Fun Father's Day Gifts
“Aw, I was hoping for a tie,” said exactly no dad, ever. Surprise the main man in your life with a Father’s Day gift he’ll want to use the minute he unwraps it.
For the Total Techie
Using the Smart Home Kit, Dad and the kids can trick out household appliances by connecting them via simple circuits to Wi-Fi. Have them start by programming the coffeemaker to brew with the tap of an app, so when they show off their handiwork, you get coffee in bed! $249, littlebits.cc
For the Experimental Foodie
This reusable Kraut Kit has what Dad needs to make a tasty foil for his beloved grilled bratwurst, including brining supplies. Just add cabbage and he's got kraut in a week's time. $35, farmsteady.com
For the Serial Fixer-Upper
Troika's Construction Ballpoint Pen is what Q would make for 007 if he were a carpenter instead of a spy. With a ruler, screwdriver, level and stylus, it'll make any guy feel like an international (handy)man of mystery. $30, amazon.com
For the Kid at Heart
If he's a fan-man who can talk for hours about whether Rey and Kylo are twins, win Father's Day by getting him the Star Wars Imperial AT-ACT Cargo Walker model. Bonus points for helping him build it. $23, revell.com
For the Mix Master
A macho appliance if we ever saw one, Black+Decker's XL Blast 72 Oz. Drink Machine has a shot glass built into its lid for easy measuring and an insulated sleeve to keep big batches of his famous 'rita recipe cold. $60, walmart.com
For the Music Man
The Kala Learn To Play Ukulele Starter Kit, with a travel bag and playing guide, hits all the right notes for a dad with rockstar dreams. $80, amazon.com
For the Phone-tographer
For any dad who thinks he's Ansel Adams with an iPhone, help him along with the attachable lenses, tripod and LED light in Insignia's Mobile Photography Kit. $100, bestbuy.com