Father’s Day is on Sunday 18th June this year. Celebrating the unique contribution fathers have in our lives doesn’t need to mean spending a lot of money. We have some tips that can help you make the most of this special day.
Budget
The first thing you need to do is work out the budget you have available. It needs to be realistic, and workable with all other bills and payments that are due. If you have a tight budget, you may want to start buying little things in advance, so you won’t be spending a larger sum of money in one go.
Keep An Eye Out For Discounts And Sales
Keep an eye on stores for Father’s Day offers. If you’re shopping online, look for free shipping, gift wrapping, and free returns. Most stores will have some sort of offer on, so perhaps you can get a fantastic gift at a fraction of the price. You should also search online for discount codes and coupons. Some stores may have a buy one get one free coupon, so you could cover two of your gift recipients in one go.
Spend Time Online Shopping
Don’t feel that you must rush online shopping. Take as much time as you need. Check any online exclusive deals. Check other online stores in case the same item is cheaper elsewhere. Add items to your online cart and leave them for a while. Many retailers will send a discount to entice you to check out.
Gift Cards Using Points
If you are part of a store’s loyalty scheme, you might be able to turn your loyalty points into a gift card.
Make The Most Of Your Gift Purchase
Some credit cards give cashback if you buy through specific stores, or specific cashback sites. Always check that you’re getting the best deal, and if you can look for cashback offers, or sign up to a cashback site to make your purchase.
Gift Ideas That Cost Almost Nothing
- DIY Gift – A DIY gift can be a wonderful idea, and really budget friendly. It could be something like a family scrapbook, with pictures of his journey as a dad.
- Day Out – A day out with dad doesn’t need to cost a lot of money. Something like going fishing together, or a backyard barbecue can be a wonderful way to celebrate Father’s Day.
- Cook His Favourite Meal – Spend some time together making his favourite foods.
- Family Night – Plan a family night together. It could be that everyone watches a film together, or maybe everyone plays board games. You could even put together a quiz on dad and see who knows the most about him.
- Take On Some Of His Chores – If dad is the one who does all the washing up, lawn mowing, or gardening, perhaps someone else could do it for a while.
