10 Quick & Easy Father's Day Projects

When I was in preschool many years ago, I made a pencil holder for my young father. It was an empty tin can covered in butcher paper, decorated with crayons by four-year-old me.

He loved it.

That old tin can held pencils on my dad's desk until he retired 30 years later. And a jar of paper tulips sits on my desk at Kimberbell because my son made them for me! That's how it works, right?

Homemade gifts are the best. And if tin cans and paper tulips aren't your thing, here are 10 Father's Day gifts you can make quickly and easily on your embroidery machine! 

#1: Motorcycle Applique 1

Is your man a biker? If so, Motorcycle Applique 1 is perfect for him! Available in 5x5, 6x6, and 8x8 sizes, this design stitches out quickly on blanks, apparel, quilts, and so much more.

👨 Purchase and download Motorcycle Applique 1 HERE!

#2: Retro Camper Van Applique 1

Do you have fond memories of cruising along the highway in the family van? Retro Camper Van Applique 1 also comes in 5x5, 6x6, and 8x8 sizes and is a fun throwback for Dad! 

👨 Purchase and download Retro Camper Van Applique 1 HERE! 

#3: Sweet Surprise Gift Pockets

How does your guy feel about fishing? No “trout” about it . . .he's O-FISH-Ally the Best! Our happy fish and sweet sentiment really make a splash on this Sweet Surprise Gift Pocket.

👨 Purchase and download Sweet Surprise Gift Pockets HERE! 

#4: Sweet Feet, Vol. 2

Maybe you have a golfer? Sweet Feet, Vol. 2 includes six dimensional shoe designs for unique gifts. Purchase a clear plastic tube, fill with tees or balls, and slip inside your stitched shoe!

👨 Purchase and download Kimberbell's Sweet Feet, Vol. 2 HERE! 

#5: Heart-Felt Gift Pocket

Tell your fella he’s your favorite with The Man, The Myth, The Legend Heart-Felt Gift Pocket! Stitch in a 5x7 hoop and fill with gift cards and his favorite snacks. 

👨 Purchase and download Kimberbell's Heart-Felt Gift Pockets HERE! 

#6: Dad Dog Mug Rug

Any dog lovers out there? If your man just wants to stay home and be a Dog Dad, this mug rug is paws-itively the right gift for him. (Note: You'll also get a Dog Mom version!)

👨 Purchase and download Kimberbell's Dog Mom/Dog Dad Mug Rug HERE! 

#7: Everyday Appliques, Vol. 2

Give your guy a place to keep his keys with Everyday Appliques, Vol. 2! Stitch this design on a Kimberbell Snap Tray and he'll never misplace his essentials again. 

👨 Purchase and download Kimberbell's Everyday Appliques, Vol. 2 HERE! 

#8: Bookish Coaster

Bookish Coasters include the instructions and embroidery files you need to make FOUR functional coasters with fabric from your stash. (We even include a bonus design to use later!) 

👨 Purchase and download Kimberbell's Bookish Coasters HERE!

#9: Mug Rugs

We've got a variety of Mug Rugs that are perfect for Dad! Here are just a few ideas for sports fans, fishermen, and just all-around heroes in every way. 

👨 Purchase and download Kimberbell Mug Rugs HERE! 

#10: Sippin' Label Appliques

Sippin’ Label Appliques can be made quickly in a 4x4 hoop and there's so much you can do with them! For example, you could stitch this on a jar lid and fill the jar with watermelon candy. 

👨 Purchase and download Kimberbell's Sippin' Label Appliques HERE!

BONUS: Background Quilting

In addition to "regular" machine embroidery designs, we also have a whole bunch of background quilting designs for a variety of hobbies! Here's a fun pickleball design called Sport 8. 

👨 Purchase and download Kimberbell background quilting designs HERE! 

Psssst! If pickleball is Dad's thing, also be sure to check out our Pickleball Applique 1 design HERE! 

I hope these gift ideas have inspired you with the perfect project for the men in your life.

As for me . . .here's a shout-out to my husband, my father, my father-in-law, my brothers, my uncles, my late grandfathers, and my son. You're all tops in my book! 

Happy stitching!