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FATHER'S DAY GIFTS

    Celebrate the Dads in your life, with Father's Day gifts they'll love.


    Despite being a city kid, my father embraced the whole Dad-in-the-'burbs thing, and was very hands-on with me and my two sisters. I have the best memories of time spent my Daddy. From bike riding to Friendly's for ice cream, to playing badminton and BBQing in the backyard (on the brick barbeque he built with his own hands!); Listening to music or quietly reading together on a rainy Sunday; Learning so many things, both big and small, like how to paint a wall, use hammer and nails, weed a flowerbed, and take a good photograph (and develop it in the darkroom). And reward hard work with some down-time on the hammock with an iced-tea!

    Remember some of the things your Dad taught you?

    So, I've selected gifts that honor my Daddy, and all those Dads who share their time, passions, and patience with their kids.

    Happy Father's Day!


    (As your personal curator of all great things, I receive a very small amount from purchases made through my site.)





    BLINKIST : The Book Summaries App (my personal FAVORITE!)
    Lifelong learner with little time? Feed his brain with more knowledge in less time with this amazing app. Perfect for curious guys (and everyone) who love to learn, who don’t have time to read, or who aren’t into reading.  



    LEATHERMAN, Wave+: the18-in-1 Full-Size, Versatile Multi-tool
    A great multi-tool can lighten his toolbelt. Weighing under nine ounces, it packs 20 handy gadgets in one. It's the first multi-tool with a MagnaCut steel blade and includes everything from multiple drivers to a bottle opener, pry tool, and mini saw.




    ANGELS HORN Vinyl Record Player, Hi-Fi System
    Music fan from way back? The tables have turned, and LPs are back! He’ll enjoy high-fidelity sound on this vintage-inspired Bluetooth turntable and speaker set.  It features top-notch sound quality and stylish.


    Outdoor Volleyball and Badminton Combo
    He'll love his playtime in the yard or on the beach with this complete (and portable) volleyball & badminton set. It’s got it all: a net, volleyball, air pump, four badminton rackets, two shuttlecocks, a boundary line, and a carrying bag. The net height adjusts to 6, 7, or 8 feet. Plus assembly is a breeze.




    Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV Camera
    A picture is worth a thousand words, and the right camera makes all the difference. This Olympus mirrorless DSLR is compact and lightweight, perfect for travel. It features a 20.3-megapixel Live MOS sensor and in-body 5-axis image stabilization, ensuring crisp shots even on the move. Plus, it has cool extras like a dedicated selfie mode and art filters to give photos a unique touch.




    Iron & Glory Wooden Poker Set
    Embrace the guys' night vibe and treat your husband to a chic new poker set. Crafted from solid wood with linen-finish playing cards, it offers a timeless look he'll love.




    Meater Plus Thermometer
    Just right. The MEATER Plus thermometer is perfect for his indoor and outdoor cooking. It’s 100% wire-free with Bluetooth 5, offering a range of over 1000ft in open air. He can monitor his cooking easily with the app for iOS and Android.




    Bird Buddy Original Smart Bird Feeder
    He can forget traditional birdwatching! Bird Buddy is a solar-powered bird feeder with a smart camera that notifies him of any feathered visitors via an app. It takes photos and organizes them into a beautiful collection he can share with friends and family.





    CUISINART Ice Cream Maker, Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt Machine
    What's better than 1 quart of luscious homemade ice cream sorbet or frozen yogurt? Two quarts! The fully automatic Cuisinart pure indulgence makes 2 quarts of his favorite frozen desserts in under 30 minutes. Share-worthy!




    SUNCREAT Double Hammock
    Best-spent downtime. This hammock is his perfect outdoor companion, made with cozy, fade-resistant quilted polyester. I love the stylish, curved spreader bar which can be disassembled for easy storage. Plus, it's extra-large, supporting up to 475 pounds, making it perfect for relaxing with family.




    TheraGun Relief Handheld Percussion Massage Gun
    For the athletic Dad, make his recovery day ultra-effective with this handheld percussion muscle massager. TheraGun offers models in different colors and sizes to ensure there's a right fit for every kind of athlete, even the backyard-hero sort.




    JBL Clip 4 - Portable Mini Bluetooth Speaker
    As shower-singer? He can experience JBL's legendary sound anywhere, thanks to its waterproof design. The ultra-portable Clip 4 is bold in style, and, with an integrated carabiner, perfect for any adventure. And  has playtime up to 10 hours.




    Courant Catch: 3 Leather Charging Tray
    Beauty and brains. This Italian leather smart wireless charging station proves that tech can be both cutting edge AND stylish. Will look great both his desk-side and bedside.




    Twelve South AirFly Pro
    This little adapter allows him to connect bluetooth headphones to your in-flight entertainment. It’s a brilliant travel essential.





    Marshall Stockwell II Portable Bluetooth Speaker
    For any outdoor-time, a great portable speaker is essential, and this one from Marshall nails both style and function. Powerful sound, and quick-charging , for six hours of playtime, it connects via Bluetooth and is water-resistant, making it perfect for the lake or pool.




    Fiskars Garden Scratch Tool Set
    If he likes to get his hands dirty, try this tool trio. Featuring a shovel, hand rake, and spade, this Fiskars gardening set is great for beginners and experienced green thumbs alike. The handles are ergonomically designed for maximum comfort, even after a full day planting new bulbs.



    Apple AirTag 4 Pack
    Got a traveling Dad? Or just forgetful at times? Apple's best recent invention: a device that lets him find his bag, wallet, or other precious items whenever they go missing. He'll always know exactly where they are.




    Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
    Is he a reader? Give him endless books at his fingertips with a Kindle Paperwhite. He may love paperbacks at home, but the Kindle lets him carry all his favorite books without the weight when he travels.


    '24 Pantone Color : PEACH FUZZ

      WHAT IS PANTONE Color of the Year?:
      Pantone's Color of the Year, Peach Fuzz, sets vibrant trends in fashion, home furnishings, and paint, embodying warmth and innovation in design. Pantone is a globally recognized authority in color standards, providing a color matching system used across various industries, from design to manufacturing.


      WHY PEACH (FUZZ)?:
      IT'S CARING, COZY, WARM & GIVING. A color that's comforting and uplifting at the same time.

      "In seeking a hue that echoes our innate yearning for closeness and connection, we choise a color radiant with warmth and modern elegance. A shade that resonates with compassion, offers a tactile embrace, and efforttlessly bridges the youthful and the timeless." Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director, Pantone Color Institute

      HOW TO WEAR PEACH:
      PAIR Pantone Color PEACH FUZZ in COLDER MONTHS with charcoal, cream, grays, browns, beiges, and burgundies (HUGE for Spring, too); in SPRING/SUMMER with white, pastels blues, buttery yellow, vivid reds, pinks. Take this color darker into rusts and oranges, too.

      HOW TO LIVE WITH PEACH:
      Peach Fuzz in your living space is like the first sip of a warm drink on a chilly day—it's comfort embodied. Toss a few Peach Fuzz pillows on the couch, add a throw blanket, and your home instantly feels more inviting. It's not just pretty; it's a mood booster, a subtle nod to those feel-good, warm-fuzzy moments we all love.

      Let's back up and chat about the Pantone Color Institute for a sec. They're like the cool trendsetters of the design world. They're the authority on color trends and forecasting, and when they drop their Color of the Year, it's like a ripple effect across fashion, home decor, and even product packaging. Everyone from your favorite clothing brands to the folks designing chic sofas are tuning in to see what shade we'll all be obsessing over next. (Designers like myself used to use their PMS [Pantone Matching System} deck of colors to match colors for printing and fabric production. Pre-digital!)
       
      Now, onto the star of the show: Peach Fuzz. It's not just a color; it's a whole vibe. Picture the soft, warm glow of a summer sunset or the cozy feeling of a fuzzy peach between your fingers—that's what we're talking about. It's like Pantone knew we were all craving something that felt like a hug after a long day, and voilà, Peach Fuzz entered the scene.
       
      So, how does this affect your wardrobe and living room? Big time. In fashion, this color is like the perfect plus-one. It plays nice with your staple neutrals but also isn't afraid to mingle with bolder shades for that 'wow' factor. A Peach Fuzz top or dress is your new best friend for those days when you want to look effortlessly put together.
       
      Accessorize with Peach Fuzz, and you're golden. Well, peachy, to be exact. A handbag, a pair of pumps, or a soft scarf in this shade can elevate your look from "I just threw this on" to "I'm effortlessly chic, and I know it."
       
      Now, let's take it home. Peach Fuzz in your living space is like the first sip of a warm drink on a chilly day—it's comfort embodied. Toss a few Peach Fuzz pillows on the couch, add a throw blanket, and your home instantly feels more inviting. It's not just pretty; it's a mood booster, a subtle nod to those feel-good, warm-fuzzy moments we all love.
       
      And the best part? Peach Fuzz isn't just a young, trendy thing. It's got this timeless charm that makes it a fit for any age. It bridges the gap between the fresh and the classic, the now and the forever. It's a color that says, "I'm modern," but whispers, "I'm also wise beyond my years."
       
      In the grand scheme of things, Peach Fuzz is more than a color trend—it's a reflection of what we're all feeling. We're looking for connection, warmth, and a bit of softness in a hard-edged world. Whether through a cozy sweater or a welcoming armchair, this color is here to remind us that the best things in life are the ones that bring us closer, make us feel something, and add a little sweetness to our days.


      Here are some curated finds that embrace this warm, wonderful color, a shade from the orange family (which is also a favorite this spring/summer!):





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