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Having now been a father for one whole month (Happy 1- month birthday, Clara!) I’m totally psyched for this Sunday: my first Father’s Day. Another reason I’m psyched? Because our friends at Lowe’s have offered to help us celebrate Daddy Day with a handy gift guide mood board along with a totally testosterone-ready prize. So if you’re still scratching you head about what to get ol’ pops, here are a few ideas to get you started. And if you’re our lucky winner, you might just be covered entirely (for the next few years even):
- What’s Father’s Day without tools? Kobalt 22 Piece Set ($50) is a great starter set if your guy happens to be tool-less. It covers all the basics, plus dad gets a tool bag to keep it all organized.
- If dad’s covered in the tool department, help him step it up a notch with a Kobalt 60 Piece Driver Set ($54) that has a bit for just about any job you can think of and then some.
- Now if you really want to splurge on pop this year, upgrade his workshop with a Kobalt 53” Tool Chest ($1798). It’s not your everyday tool storage space – it’s got a radio and mini fridge built in! Like woah.
- If tools aren’t his thing, help him tend to the yard with the Fiskars Momentum Reel Mower ($199) that we’re enjoying. It’s an eco-friendly way to mow, plus he’ll get a little extra workout in.
- Or hook him up with a Troy-Bilt String Trimmer ($100) to keep those edges in check. Bonus: he might just stop mowing over the flower beds.
- You can also send him on a power trip with the Porter Cable 4 Piece Combo Kit ($129) that’s got a cordless reciprocating saw, circular saw, drill and flashlight all powered by the same battery.
- But enough about gifts that put dad to work. What about letting him relax with a nice meal straight from the grill? This compact, but powerful 2-burner Char-Broil Urban Grill ($269) could do the trick.
- Lastly, if he’s like most guys and is just plain hard to shop for. You can never go wrong with a Lowe’s Gift Card, right?
If you read this morning’s post about my experience with the Fiskars Momentum mower, you already know that it’s part of this week’s prize.
What you don’t know is that this week’s winner is also gonna score #7 on our gift guide too. Yep, the Char-Broil Urban Grill is also making it’s way to one of you. That way you can spoil the dad in your life with a one-two punch of prizes (or split ’em up if you got a few fathers to pamper this year). Okay, and we wouldn’t blame you if you just kept ’em for yourself. Can’t beat nearly $500 in free stuff, right?
Now let’s get on to how you enter:
- PRIZE: The Char-Broil Urban Grill and Fiskars Momentum Reel Mower courtesy of Lowe’s, Char-Broil and Fiskars
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “HAPPY FATHER’S DAY _______!” (inserting the names of the dad(s) or father-like figures in your life) and…
- BONUS QUESTION: … why not share something you love about them or how you plan to celebrate, honor or remember them this weekend. Feel free to gush, get sappy, or just tell an embarrassing story that captures why he (or they) make your day.
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, June 16th at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: The 50 United States
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck!
Find more freebie info on our Giveaway FAQs page. Pics courtesy of Lowe’s.
Kelly says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY, ERIC!
In addition to this being my very first post/comment on YHL (I’ve been following/lurking for a while now), this will be my husband’s very first father’s day. Our baby is due in August, but I will definitely be celebrating his newly minted dad status. He is a loving, wonderful, and supportive husband (and best friend, I might add), and he will be the same kind of father. He gives me a fresh perspective on life that helps me not to stress out over the small stuff (same goes for some of the big stuff, too!). He researches the crap out of things that results in great deals on everything from dishwasher detergent to a new fridge to vacations in Hawaii and Mexico. And he’s handy, to boot! Right now he’s repairing and refinishing a craigslist dresser for our new baby’s room — with a nudge of inspiration from me that was courtesy of YHL (I also just completed the DIY crib skirt with the hem tape and velcro — who needs to sew?)! He often accuses me of wanting to be the YHL Family P. :)
Sorry for the long comment — I just had to get my props out to my darling husband as a dad-to-be — and FINALLY to YHL for their neat approach to making their house a home for thier (growing!) family! (And, hey, if I win him a cool new mower and bbq, that’s just a bonus!)
Kristin says
Happy Father’s Day Jim! You have always been such a wonderful dad and I am so grateful for all the places that you have taken me and all the things that you have enabled me to see.
Nichole says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY Ernie!
I’m 30 years old and I think I’m becoming more and more a daddy’s girl each and every year.
Jennie says
“HAPPY FATHER’S DAY LOUIS!” My dad is the best- he is always there for me and makes me laugh! We will celebrate with the usual Father’s Day BBQ!
Jason says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY SCOTT!
My Dad is the best, he has always been sensitive and told us he loved us and he would do anything for us. I’m spending the whole day with him Sunday, I think we’re going to go do some lite hiking!
Kristin says
Happy Father’s Day Guy! I can’t wait to celebrate a great father’s day since last yr.’s was spent in the hospital. He’s healthy and better than ever now! And I am so lucky to have such a great dad :)
Christy says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY PAUL.
You are an amazing dad!
Kenzie Larch says
happy fathers day dad!
I am a daddys girl. that’s all I can say. :)
Allison says
HAPPY FATHERS DAY GREGG!
My dad’s passion for music is something he was always happy to share with us as kids and I’m so grateful that, because of him, music is one of the main things our family bonds over.
micaela @ hishouseherhelp says
HAPPY FATHERS DAY JEWELL!
We have “dad’s breakfast” every fathers day!
jennifer says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY BUZZ!
You are the best dad ever!
Emily says
Happy Father’s Day Brad! You will always be my hero!
Jennifer says
happy father’s day Gary! I’m prego and looking forward to seeing my honey spring into action as a dad come this Sept. He’s going to be great!
Mimi says
Happy father’s day dad! As a mom to be I’m getting a taste of how much you’ve done for me.
Kristin ~ Bien Living Design says
HAPPY FATHERS DAY, THEO!
Happy day to my hubby, the best father I know!
Laura says
Happy Father’s day, David! You’re the best father-in-law I could ever have asked for.
Casey says
Happy Father’s Day Jerry (& Larry too!) The best father (and father in-law) anyone could ask for!
megan @ a life's design says
Happy Father’s Day Daddy {Bill}! One thing I love about my dad is that he calls me his #1 baby girl {being that I am the second daughter}. I just love it, b/c it is only something we share.
Heidi says
Happy Father’s Day, Duane.
Duane is the best husband and father. I chose a good one :). He’s been out of town working last week and this week he has gone with my daughters on a mission trip. I look forward to seeing them all back home Sunday–for Father’s Day!
suzanne k. says
happy father’s day Steve!
You’re such a wonderful husband and dad. This is your second Father’s Day, and second father’s day you haven’t been home. This time, you’re in Iraq. Although you’re thousands of miles away, your presence is always at home and your son and wife love you. Come home safe!
Kristin says
Happy Fathers Day in memory of my daddy. He passed away when I was 12, but I have fond memories of our much too short time together.
Gayle says
Happy Father’s day PK!
Laurel G says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY Dad!! Thanks for always knowing what to say when I need your help, without making it sound like a lecture. Love you!
Amy Johnson says
Happy Father’s Day, Dad (Gary!). I couldn’t have asked for a more amazing dad!
Robert in SF says
Happy Father’s Day Russel!
He’s my brother, and he’s a great dad…but too modest if you ask me!
Our own father died when I was just 18 so I never really was mature enough to appreciate him when we had him.
Thanks for the contest!
Ashley says
Happy Father’s Day Les!
My dad is a logical, but funny guy that can almost always make me feel better. I’ll be out of town this Father’s Day but stopping in to say hi later in the week. He’s always treated me like gold. Love you Daddy!
christy says
Happy Father’s Day Tom! I’m so lucky to have a husband like you be such a great Dad to 3 wonderful kids. You are everything I dreamed a father should be and more!
Laurel says
Happy Fathers Day, Bret!
Tasha says
“HAPPY FATHER’S DAY KYLE!”
You are the best husband and a wonderful father! You have only been a Daddy for 2 years, but it seems like you have been doing it forever! You deserve the best everyday! (a new mower and grill would most definitely be icing on the cake! =)
Jessica says
Happy Father’s Day Russ!! He can be expectin an amazing Father’s Day dinner from me!
Troy says
Happy Father’s Day Issac!! I plan on surprising my dad with a visit this weekend. He’s a man of few words, but I’m pretty sure he’ll be all smiles to see me this weekend! Just imagine if I come with a promise of these gifts in tow!
susan page says
Happy Father’s Day Kay — You are the greatest — Our 4 daughter’s are SO lucky to have you as their dad!
Cassie says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY DAD!!
We are actually spending the weekend at my dad’s favorite place, his family cabin at the lake. We will be boating and BBQ’ing which are his favorite things to do!
caroline says
“HAPPY FATHER’S DAY PALMER!”
You’re a wonderful father and grandfather. I fondly remember you letting the three of us girls put you hair in pigtails when we were young. You were always so tolerant of our ‘makeover’ endeavors. Love you, Dad!
sarahbro says
Happy first father’s day, Seth!!
joan says
Happy Father’s Day Joe!! My Dad is 78 years old and still hates when his kids spend “their hard earned” money on him! We plan on having a barbecue with all five of us, our spouses and of course his most favorite thing of all- his grandchildren!
Emily says
Happy Father’s Day to my dad Allan, my big brother Colin and my sweet hubby Neil (you’re only a dad to our dog but I think you’re pretty great at it! P.S. I promise to mow the lawn with that thing).
Leigh Ann says
Happy Father’s Day Babe (Chris)! Our 23 month old son, Jasper, has recently started calling daddy, babe… “more milk babe!” So, I now have to rethink what I call Chris in Jasper’s presence. Feels a bit strange to call him daddy, unrelated to a daddy request, but probably more strange if Jasper grows up too much knowing daddy as babe.
In the end, it is all so much fun, and I swear it just keeps getting better. Happy first Father’s Day to you too!
Mellisa says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY, Jerry & Peary.
Jerry (father-in-law) sacrificed a lot in the Korean War, and I’m in debt for those sacrifices, but even more in debt to him for giving me my wonderful Charles.
Peary (my dad) taught me how to ride horses, paint and wallpaper, and gave me the wonderful balance of country mouse to my mom’s town mouse perspective.
Angie O. says
Happy Father’s Day, Dad! I love you and miss you and I hope to see you soon!
kristin says
happy father’s day, caleb!
it’s a dream to have you be the father to our 3 kids. especially since you do night-duty (minus feedings). i love, love, love you!
Wendy says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY CHRIS!
I love seeing the look on my husband’s face when our 13 month old Jack races across the room to greet him after work. I’m surprising him on Sunday with a homemade photo book (a tradition I started last year-when jack was 1.5 months old) and a hike at a local park.
Anna says
Happy Father’s Day Drew!
My husband is such a stellar dad to our two little boys. He plays, he jumps, he takes them to the park and helps out lots when mommy wants a break. I am so blessed to have such a wonderful husband!
luckyjayne says
Happy Father’s Day, Scotty, Gary and Frank!
Scotty is my husband. A fantastic father to our kids.
Gary is my Father-in-law. He is the reason that my husband is so wonderful.
Frank is my father. The comment section isn’t large enough for me to say all I could say about my Dad. He is the best!
Laura @ so alaurable says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY, BILL!
My dad was in a pretty bad accident last August (in the ICU for several months), and is doing a million times better now. I am so grateful to still have in my life, and there is much to celebrate this Father’s Day.
ann says
Happy Father’s Day, Kyle! Though our little one won’t arrive until November, I already know what a great dad you’ll be.
stacy says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY John!! We have a 2 year old boy and on Tuesday the 22nd will be having a baby girl so lots of Fathers Day love to be had!
Denise says
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY BILL :)
I appreciate how my dad taught me to do everything myself – balance my finances, fix the plumbing, change the oil on my car. I think this gift will be the perfect thank you for teaching me to be self-reliant!
Laura says
Happy Father’s Day Walter!! I moved away from home 2 years ago and have not been able to spend the past two father’s days with my dad, but this year my parents are coming to visit me for the weekend and I will get to spend father’s day with him! I can’t wait! :)
Ashley says
Happy Father’s Day Jamie! Thanks for being you and such a wonderful Husband and Dad to Addison and Hooch- hope you enjoy your father’s day dinner at…(It’s a surprise!)