With Father’s Day right around the corner it’s time to start thinking about how to spoil your dad this year, and nothing says ‘I love you’ than an Australian Made Father’s day gift.
We all know how hard it can be to come up with the ultimate gift for the dad who has everything, but this is where Australian Made products really shine. Every handmade item created by our talented and dedicated designers and producers is meticulously hand crafted with thought and love, with no two pieces alike. This means you can easily give a unique, thoughtful gift to your father or other special men in your life knowing that it truly is one of a kind and will be treasured for years to come.
We have curated some excellent Australian Made Father’s day gift ideas for you, to ensure you find your dad the perfect present no matter his style or interest.
For the Art & Music Loving Dad
BassCaseupcycles unique vintage suitcases and speakers to make suitcase stereos. All cases are portable and rechargeable, giving you hours of battery life between charges. Each case is a unique one off product!
Artomobile is for those who love cars – not just car enthusiasts but those who appreciate the aesthetic of automobiles. The inspiration behind Artomobile stems from cars representing a time and place, evoking memories of journeys past.
Hey Laidy creates limited edition handcrafted guitar straps, camera straps, bag straps and belts. The hero of these vintage inspired designs is the eco-friendly hemp webbing and vintage jacquard ribbon.
For the Foodie Dad
Danny Balboa’s Sauce Co produces small batch hot sauce and spice rubs filled with fresh and local ingredients.Danny Balboa’s Sauce Cohas vegan and gluten free options and a variety of heat levels to cater for everyone.
Emme Mac Black is a coffee brand whose roaster sources coffee beans ethically across the coffee belt. Slow-roasted in Melbourne and Sydney, their blends are crafted for the Australian palate, offering rich, uncomplicated flavours and elegant simplicity.
Tumut River Brewing Co is a Tumut based, award winning, craft microbrewery producing a wide range of craft beers. Their range of beers includes lagers, ales, pilsners, stouts as well as alcoholic ginger beer.
For the Dads into Self Care
Kennedy Smith Candles are inspired by memories created from extensive travelling and times spent with family and friends, they bring the simple and clean style of Kennedy Smith to the most discerning of homes and businesses.
Buck n Beard is the natural men’s grooming range for the Aussie man. Fuss free and understated, Buck n Beardis there for the daily rituals of shaving, grooming and skincare in a way that blokes understand.
HARLO skincare offers a modest, ethical and needful collection of high performing organic botanical formulations. Free from synthetics, cheap fillers, modifiers, waxes, emulsifiers, palm oil & animal derivatives.
For the Dads who truly have everything!
Dogboy Knives are artisan knives born from a desire to create beautiful yet functional items from things that may otherwise end up in a rubbish heap. Dogboy Knives is Richard Cooper, who is happily working his brand of creative magic in a workshop in Brompton SA. His knives can now be found not only in the kit of some of Adelaide’s best chefs but also being used by some of some of the worlds best chefs around the globe. Several prominent Australian restaurants also use Dogboy steak knives.
The Leather Trading Co. products are made just for you, using only the highest quality full grain leather, solid brass buckles and rivets. No two products are the same.They make things the old way. Cut by hand, every part of the making of their Australian Made products is a journey into the past.
Julian is a passionate artisan and the creative mind behind Makestuff, a renowned workshop in Torquay. With over 30 years of experience, Julian has mastered the art of transforming mainly recycled timber into bespoke furniture and spaces that exude charm and sustainability. His expertise lies in collaborating closely with clients to bring their visions to life, creating personalised, captivating creations that reflect their individual style and aspirations.
If you’re still stuck for ideas for Australian Made Father’s Day gifts, have a look through our Australian Made Directory. With over 500 Designers and Producers listed, you are bound to find the perfect gift!
