I’ll tell you guys…when it comes to shopping for any of the men in my life – whether it be for a birthday, Christmas, or Father’s Day – they really are NOT easy.
I don’t know if it’s just me or not, but I swear, any of the important men in my life just always seem to have what they need/want. And when there actually is something that they need, then they just go out and buy it.
They’re very no frills. They do things like just request delicious breakfasts or dinners and they’re happy. They have no fancy wish lists. And they really do a good job at making it hard to shop for them. Thanks, guys.
I’d say that my dad may be the worst, but my husband is definitely a close second, if not equal. So with Father’s Day right around the corner, I’ve been trying my hardest to think of something for Jay ahead of time (since the whole new baby thing is likely going to be keeping me quite occupied!). Jay is just the most amazing father and he deserves way more than I’ll ever be able to come up with or give him. Seeing him with Lucas just lights up my life, and I’m just so excited to see him with our other little guy (in just a couple short days!)
Thankfully, the folks at Sears (who is sponsoring this post!) stepped in and gave me the opportunity to bring Jay for a little early Father’s Day shopping spree! I surprised him with this over the weekend and told him he needed to at least come up with a mini wish list of 3-5 things that he’d want from Sears (I still have a couple of other ideas up my sleeve). And being the guy that he is, it started with an “I don’t really know?” and then followed with a “maybe I should look online?” Sure babe, you got it.
So he browsed around on Sears.com for a while, with his little sidekick in tow. And eventually, he came up with a short list of things he thought would be good:
- A nail gun
- Garage storage units or a storage shed
- New shirts
So practical. Talk about a list, right? Yeah, they sure thought it was funny.
Well, the guy does need new shirts, so I told him he should start with looking at those. But then he decided that our garage could really use a little more TLC right now (which is true…it’s a disaster if you guys remember), so he spent some time browsing a bit more through their garage wall storage to try and find some ideas to hang some of the crap all over our floors right now.
And actually, he was really excited to come across these Gladiator GearTrack® Heavy-Duty Channels and accessories which made ME excited to see HIM excited.
Know what I mean?
So right now, it looks like we’ll be becoming the owners of some new garage storage, which will be super helpful in getting our garage a bit more tidy while we wait to buy/find a storage shed (they aren’t cheap!). And I’ll admit, they are kinda cool.
But since this is really more of a “house” gift and not a “him” gift, I’ll be taking care of that with something else. As soon as I figure it out.
Hopefully for you guys, the father figures in your life are maybe a little easier to shop for?! But regardless of how picky they may or may not be, Sears still has TONS of great gift ideas for all sorts of dads out there…
- The Fix-It Dad: Craftsman tools
- The Outdoor Dad: patio decor & furniture, lawn & garden equipment, bikes, swimwear, sandals, luggage, digital cameras and camping gear
- The Fitness-Focused Dad: activewear, fitness equipment, headphones, juicer/small kitchen appliances
- Master Chef Dad: Kemore appliances, cookware, plateware, cutlery and more
- The Techie Dad: smart technology, tablets, cameras, TV’s and more.
And this Sunday, June 12th, Sears is having a Member Private Event where there will be all sorts of amazing deals both in store and online (details HERE: Sears.com/destinationdad). PLUS, during the event, members will receive great deals on items with an extra 10-15% back in points; and an extra 5% back if members purchase using the Sears app…so potentially an extra 15-20% back in points!
Those points really add up too, you guys, so it’s absolutely worth becoming a member!
And to help get the shopping party started…
***I’ve got a $100 Sears gift card to give away!***
TO ENTER: Just leave a comment below on this post sharing what special dad in your life you’d want to shop for and what you’d like to get him!
A winner will be chosen on Wednesday, June 15th. Good luck!
Disclaimer: I am a member of the Sears Blogger Squad and was compensated for this post. All opinions, as always, are my own. Thank you for your continued support of STSL! <3
Margot C says
The special Dad around here is my sweet husband. He wants a Cordless Drill (I know, what a guy!)
Jocelyn says
It’s a toss up between my dad and husband, but if I had to choose I would buy my fantastic husband some tools for the garage, even though he deserves so much more!
Alaina says
My husband or dad would adore some new tools!
Kristen @ livinlifeinlouie says
My dad. He never buys anything for himself, always others.
Rachel Martin says
My husband has been using the same electric razor for five years, and he’s got quite a beard to maintain! With a gift card from Sears, I would update his grooming tools!
kelly says
My dad! He deserves it all. He’s the best.
Dana says
I would love to give my husband the gift card. He is such an amazing dad to our little girl and deserves a special gift for all he does for our family!!
Michelle says
My dad for sure, it fits your description perfectly of Jay and your dad. I think some new power tools just for him and not because one already broke would really make his day!
Kelly says
I would get something for my husband, who is celebrating his first Father’s Day this year. We are getting a shed delivered next week and need some tools to fill it up!
Liz says
I would like to get some tools for my husband, a dad-to-be, who has been absolutely wonderful during my pregnancy.
Thanks so much for the giveaway!
Jillian says
My Dad! He could definitely use some garage storage solutions!
Kaylin@EnticingHealthyEating says
My own dad passed away just last year, so Father’s Day is still a rough one to get through. But my fiance has his stepfather that I enjoy helping him spoil on Father’s Day! He could use something special.
Julia @ Drops of Jules says
The only men I have in my life to shop for are my brother and my dad and even knowing them for my entire life has not helped me at all when it comes to shopping! I usually stick to food or sports paraphernalia. For my dad, I designed a t-shirt (I love my graphic design skills and jump at any opportunity to use them) out of his favorite SNL shirt! I know he’s on the hunt for new work shoes, so Sears would surely come in handy. Thank you for hosting and sending good healthy baby thoughts your way!
Lisa Brown says
I would shop for my dad and get him a new circular saw
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Jessica w says
My husband is an amazing father, and I would LOVE to get him a Mitre saw! He has been doing all of these awesome wood working things for us to save money,but hasn’t had a mitre saw so everything has taken 2xs as long since he wants to save money and be a good sport. Thanks for the chance to enter.
Maya says
My dad passed away over ten years ago but I’m lucky enough to have been adopted into my boyfriend’s family warmly and lovingly. His dad is incredible- the sweetest, most patient, compassionate guy I could think of (aside from my dad and boyfriend of course) and I’d love to be able to treat him to something special this Father’s Day. Thanks for the fun giveaway
Leighann says
The dad in my life loves tools!
Caroline says
Would have to be my dad! He deserves it all! But never wants. I hope you enjoy the gladiator products. My boyfriends garage has never looked better!!
Vanessa Elbrecht says
Men are so hard to buy for! My dad and my husband could both use new clothes since they never buy themselves clothes!
Tracy says
I’m blessed to have 2 very special dads in my life, my father and father-in-law. They both are such blessings to all who know him. I would love to get my father some new shirts-he’s lost weight. I would also like to get me father-in-law a new tool. He’s Mr.Fixit.
Pamela McLellan says
my dad who is 89.. talk about hard to get at his age its almost impossible!!!!1
Pamela McLellan says
my dad who is 89
Pamela McLellan says
my dad who is 89 and probably just get him some comfy things
Laura says
I would love to get my dad some new tools!
Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says
Guys are definitely not easy to shop for but they all love new tools. Kind of the way we feel about shoes. Never can have too many. LOL
Becky says
My husband for sure! He is the most self-less man I know. I would love to get him some new tech or some new cooking gadgets. Happy Father’s Day!
Ellen Casper says
I’d shop for my husband and get him some wood chisels.
Emily says
I’d get my husband some more tools for all the projects he’s been doing around the house!
Jessica says
I would buy my husband some of the gardening stuff he’s been wanting, starting with a beautiful wine barrel. Thanks so much for the giveaway and sending good labor vibes your way. <3
Amanda says
I would love to get my dad some new tools. He has had his for probably 40 years and does so much with those tools to help others.
Erin says
My special dad is my grandpa, because my dad and I are not close. I would love to get my grandpa a couple of new shirts. He only likes the kind with pockets in the front where he can keep his pens:-) Thanks for the giveaway!
Jaimie says
I’m having the same issue with my dad! I NEVER know what to get him. I’m thinking maybe a fitness tracker this year?
Coco says
I’d love to treat my dad to some new yard gear!!!
Melissa says
I’ll be shopping for my brother-in-law, who is a great dad to my niece! I’d love to get him something car-related or athletic wear/gear, since he loves to wash his car and work out.
Michelle says
Great giveaway! I’ll be buying a Father’s Day gift for my husband. He is so hard to buy for! Maybe some golf shirts or golf balls.
Tara says
I’d like to show my dad how much I appreciate his love and support all these years…but he is so hard to buy for! He loves his lawn and the grill in the summer, so maybe some new patio furniture/accessories or grilling tools???
Christina says
We too have a new (kinda done but almost there) garage as well. It was a long time coming. It took 17 months to build when our whole house took then than 7. I would buy some garage storage for my husband from our son for Father’s Day.
Jen @nutcaseinpoint says
I’d get something for my dad that he can use during yard work!
Megan B. says
I feel the exact same about my husband! Possibly some new workout gear :)
Katie says
It’s my hubby’s first Father’s Day and I’d love to buy him a circular saw he’s been talking about!
Karen says
My Dad just got out of the hospital and has no appetite. Or energy to cook. I am thinking of sending him some snacks through a mail order company to encourage him to eat a little something.
Kaelin says
Ugh, you are not alone here. Guys are tough!! So content with very little haha ;)
I would love to shop for my father – who like yours, simply prefers quality time over lavish gifts.
Kara says
My husband is in need of some new work out gear! He’s the best dad to our daughter :)
Jennifer says
I’d love to buy some new tools for my hubby as he had to sell a lot so we could move overseas for my medical treatment . We moved back sooner than expected and hope to be back in our home soon and he’ll be needing them!
Laura G says
My dad could definitely use some new tech stuff!!
Melissa says
I would be shopping for my dad. He works so hard and is always there for our family. I’d love to get him some tools or outdoor equipment for my parents new patio!
heather @Fitncookies says
This is my husband’s first year as a dad, and like you said, he doesn’t want anything he claims. Just a day of relaxing with us. So sweet, but so complicated! I’d love to give him this gift certificate so he can put it towards a tool he really wants!
Katie says
My Dad deserves a fab gift from Sears…maybe some stylin’ new summer clothes or a comfy deck chair.
Erin M. says
My dad is the best. I’d love to get him something for his gardens!
Maggie says
The special dad I want to treat to a gift is my amazing father! He always goes above and beyond for me and deserves to be treated special more than a week.
JenG says
this will be my husband’s first father’s day and like all men he ‘needs’ nothing because he just goes and buys it. This would be great for him!
Kristen says
It would be my dad. It would be either new tools or new clothes.
Sarah says
My husband! He is such an incredibly hardworking guy who rarely ever asks for anything. Although it may sound simple, he needs clothes! He tried to wear one of the two pair of shorts he has to brunch this weekend with a gaping hole and fringed edges. Oy!
Tal says
He wants all the bike accessories! I’ve got a cyclist dad!
Talya says
He wants boating equipment. Got to have an equipped dad to take me out on the boat!
Gabby says
My dad has been wanting to do a multi day hike, and I would love to get him some equipment for that!
Maggie J says
My dad and I are going on a camping trip out west later this summer so for Father’s Day I plan to get him gear for that!
ashley says
my dad and husband both want a power washer
Nicole says
My hubby has been working SO hard to finish our basement on his own, so I would love to surprise him with a new tool for his collection on Father’s Day!
Sara says
My two toddler boys would love to find some new tools for daddy ?!
Dandi D says
I would like to shop for my husband (my son would help me) and we want to get him a new mower.
Nancy says
My Dad is just such a great guy (to everyone) and father to his kids. I’m so lucky. He has been wanting a new camera for awhile since his ancient cellphone doesn’t one.
paige c says
We could really use a nail driver! My boyfriend is the dad of our adorable puppy if that counts :) Fur babies are like children, ours destroyed a few video games today while we were out. Can’t leave them alone for too long.
Kristin says
Definitely my husband. Hard worker, great Father he goes above and beyond just to make us happy. He not like most men loves to shop and there are already a fee things he has been wanting from sears and other stores.
Tami says
I would love to shop for my dad! He is such a hard worker; he cooks, cleans, and takes care of everyone! He’s so loving and I’d love to buy him a new lawn mower so this would definitely help! He deserves so much!
Romeo says
I’d definitely buy my dad some grilling/BBQ supplies from Sears! He’s an awesome cook and it’d be great for him to have some awesome cooking supplies!
Lisa Reed says
My dad loves soft cotton t-shirts. I would love to get him a bunch
Kristen Y says
I’d love to get my incredible dad some fun tools!!
Nancy A. says
I agree, men are hard to shop for. My dad always wanted a nice shirt, he was pretty easy. But, my husband is a little harder. He never buys himself anything, always wants the rest of us to have what we need. So, I would get him some new clothes and shoes that he really needs!!!
Rick says
I would be getting a grill for my dad who is the best dad ever. Thanks
R says
My husband is a new dad and he has been checking out the grills section at Sears for two years now. It would be great to be able to give him a grill as a gift.
Betsy says
It’s my husbands first Father’s Day. He is so hard to shop for but I think if I could afford it I would get him a grill
Kelsey says
My husband is looking to lid the baby weight after no. 2 (so supportive), so I’d get him some new workout gear!
Courtney M says
I am hoping to be able to get my husband a grill for Fathers Day. That way we can enjoy yummy foods on the grill this summer!
Jessie N says
My husband is such an amazing papa! He really needs a new grill. Extra bonus is I get to eat the yummy foods too :)
Ann Fisher says
I would have to split it between my husband and dad. My husband is the most amazing father and being a dad makes him so proud and happy. My dad continues to amaze me and still to this day will do anything for one of his kids. I believe he can fix anything!! And my husband is learning to fix things ;) The gift card would help make their Father’s Day a little more special.
Ash Z says
I want to get my husband some new batteries for his power tools. He likes the lithium ion ones so I am trying to replace his old ones. We do not go all out but I like to get him something to make his feel good. Plus he loves new toys lol
Sarah r says
My husband has a big garage organization project going on so I’d love to get him something for that!
Rachel S. says
I would love to shop for my husband, he loves getting new tools or maybe we could get a better grill.
Jessica says
I would also go with the garage storage. We recently moved (and we are also in the process of finishing our basement!) and our garage is a disaster right now. Maybe if we had some storage, I could actually park my car in there ;)
Jennie says
Without a doubt, I’d shop for my husband. What an amazing man he is…an amazing man who needs a leaf blower! ;)
Carly says
I would love to win this for my husband as it will be his very first fathers day! I’m at 38 weeks now, so we may have our little one here by then too!
Nikki says
My husband!!!
Caitlin says
My husband would love this! He constantly wants to add to his collection of lawn and snow equipment haha. Pretty sure a weed wacker would be top of the list!
April V says
I’m in the same boat as you.. (having 2 dads to shop for!) & not knowing what to get either one!?
I’m thinking along the lines of the “fix-it” dad gifts..
Kaitlin says
I’d love to get a little something for my fiance, who is the dad to our fur baby (who looks VERY much like Cody!!) :)
Nikki says
My husband is also hard to shop for – I would get him some new tools for father’s day!
Richa says
This will be perfect for my husband who is going to be a first time dad in few months!
Chelsea says
My dad! He had his cordless tools stolen about 6 months ago so I’d love to replace them!
Melissa says
My special person is my husband. I also have a hard time shopping for him because he loves tools and I don’t know anything about tools.
Liz says
My dad! I’d get him a patio set because the one my parents currently own is old and definitely needs an upgrade.
Maggie says
My husband has been great about updating the lighting fixtures around the house. It would be nice to get him some outdoor pathway lights to keep up the trend.
Katy williams says
my husband who will be celebrating his first Father’s Day
Katie says
I would use the gift card to shop for my husband! He’s such an amazing dad and I know he would want a new lawn mower!
Emily G says
My husband! And we are pretty practical as well – there are a couple of home project tools on his wish list as well as shelves for the garage :)
Nicole says
I’d love to get my husband a new weed whacker- the one we have now is battery operated and we can’t even get the whole lawn done!! He’s been itching for a new one :)
Jess says
I would love, love, love to get my husband something for our garage or a tool he wants for Father’s Day. We are trying to focus on the outside of our house this year and know we could find something from Sears to help with that!
Erin W says
What a great giveaway. I would use this for my husband. He never shops for himself and it would be great!
Sara says
My dad is the absolute hardest person in my life to shop for!! I’d love to get him something from Sears for Father’s Day. He loves grilling and being outdoors, so I’m sure I could find something great for him from there.
kbarr428 says
I would love to treat my dad to all things hunting and fishing!
Alyssa B says
I’d like to shop for my husband who is a soon to be dad!!
Jessica t. says
I’d love to shop for my father in law! He’s recovering from a stroke so it would be nice to get him some new clothes to help him look and feel better!
Nicole H says
Dads are hard to shop for! Universally! I got a puppy about a year ago and my dad is one of our walking buddies – so I would get home some new walking shoes.
Thanks!
Kenzie says
Our first baby is due in August, and I would love to surprise my husband with something from Sears for his first father’s day! He is obsessed with tools…but in his opinion, he always needs more!
Claire says
It’s my husband’s first father’s day, and we just bought a house! So he needs and would love almost any tool I could get him!
Kristen says
I would gift my dad some new tools!
Mary Beth says
I’d love to give this to my dad, he owns his own handyman business and I know he could put some things from Sears to good use! :)
Kelly @ The Fit Skool says
Great post!
I would love to give my husband a special gift this year but he’s definitely hard to shop for too! He recently broke his weed-wacker so I’m thinking that would be the best gift for father’s day!!!
I hope you are feeling great :)
Abbie says
My husband and I are expecting our first child in August, so this is his first fathers day. I want to make it special and something from Sears would be perfect! Maybe some new tools he can use in the future with our little guy :)
karla says
I would get my dad something to store some of his garage treasures ;)
Jen W. says
I lost both my father & father in law within the last year so this year is all about my husband. I’d love to try to make this difficult Fathers Day as special as I can by spoiling him with some new power tools.
Diana says
I would love to get my dad and his partner some grilling accessories for summer! They live in the Pacific Northwest, where salmon and veggie grilling in summer is just the best.
Julie says
I would like to get my significant other some new shirts! (This is kinda for me, too… I sort of cringe every time he walks out of the bedroom in the morning…) :P
Lisa says
I would get my husband some new tools.
Hannah @CleanEatingVeggieGirl says
I’d love to shop for my dad and get him so new clothes!
Elena says
I want to shop for my husband who is a great dad
Elle says
I’d love to shop for my Father and I’d get him some new grilling tools. He loves to BBQ and would really appreciate it.
carol clark says
my kids father he works with tools hes a car painter and then a person who i call on when i need work done around my house id buy him a new drill
Laura G. says
I would love to get my hubby a new grill!! He’s been looking for awhile since we moved! He could cook myself and our girls good meals..a plus! :-)
natasha says
My nephew’s dad/sister’s husband/brother-in-law/patience of a SAINT!
I would love to get him either some bbq tools or a fire pit for their new-to-come patio
jessica jam says
My dad is pretty cool and got me into sports (BIG TIME)! I would love to get him a pair of baseball, football, or hockey tickets!
Jess M says
Either my husband (pre-Father’s Day) or my dad :-)
Sears is great!
Starla B says
I always have a super hard time finding stuff for gifts as well for all of the men. I usually dread it to be quite honest! I am planning on getting my dad some new tools for his grill and also some cologne. Simple but those are things that he would love! This would be awesome+ also I am running to sign up for the reward program now- that’s so awesome!
Debbie says
My husband and I just bought our first house, I think he would LOVE a grill! It’s one thing I know he missed doing when we lived in an apartment. And I would love him grilling some dinners for our family ; )
Kristy says
My husband or Dad! Shopping for men is quite a challenge!
Leah says
Vitamix!
Brooke says
I would be shopping for my husband. He was gone for his 1st Father’s Day on deployment so I’m hoping to make this second Father’s Day for him very special! He is getting into the diy and fixer upper type things so this Sears gift card would be great!
Gina says
I would love to get my husband a new propane BBQ grill! He is a great dad, and a great cook!
Thanks for the chance to win!
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Lindsey says
My husband is a very new dad and I’d love to make his first Father’s Day special with a tool chest/nice storage for all his tools!
Cindy says
I would buy my mister a new pair of impact gloves and a breaker bar. I have been keeping an eye on his car tools so I *think* I know what he needs/wants. Thank you so much for the giveaway!
Brigid says
My husband is tough to buy for too but he loves working outside and is always saying he’s limited because he doesn’t have certain tools. With three kids, our money always goes to what they need. I’d love to have him be able to pick out what tools he needs.
Molly says
My siblings and I would love to get my dad a new grill!
Christine says
Would give the gift card to my husband so hopefully he could get some new tools or one of those Craftsman rolling tool keepers.
Lindsay says
My dad is the hardest to shop for, but I do know he is in the market for a new vacuum cleaner (boring I know) and also some new pots and pans (he loves cooking). So maybe the gift card will help me treat him.
Sara says
I would shop for some new gardening supplies for my dad!
Floey says
I’d get my Dad something that he could wear :D
Kelli Rudolph says
My father in law has advanced Parkinson’s and is super hard to come up with gift ideas for. The gift card would come in handy to find something good for him!
nadine nelson says
Would Love to win and give the Gift Card to my Son, who is an Amazing PaPa to 6 Beautiful Children, he would use it to organize his garage, with 6 kids there are Bikes, Bats, Balls & Mitts ALL over !!
Mami2jcn says
I’d like to buy my husband some new clothes.
Kari S. says
I would love to get my husband a hammock for Father’s Day!
Tonya Atkinson says
I would like to shop for my boyfriend and I would get him some new clothes
Maggie says
My dad is the coolest and never bugs anything for himself. This would be a treat!
Shelly says
I would let my husband get whatever fitness equipment he wanted … Or tools. He likes tools too :-)
Karenann says
I would love to get my hubbie a really nice new bbq to bbq his famous burgers on!
Jackie says
I would love to give this to my husband for some new lawn tools especially since our 6 month old gas leaf blower just stopped working and somehow isn’t covered by the company warranty :(
Brittany says
I’d shop for my special father-in-law! My father passed away last year, so we are especially grateful to have my husband’s dad around to spend time with. He deserves a nice treat– Maybe some tools! :)
Ellen says
Its my husband’s first father’s day and we have had two kids since last fathers day. Im trying to get him something extra special
Patricia Crowley says
I’d shop for my husband! I would get him some new gardening tools!
Denise says
My husband is an amazing father to my son. He was 12 when we got married and he immediately adopted him. I would love to get him something special!
Laurajj says
Oh my dad is always the fixer uppper type…at least he tries to be :) Always helps us kids when we need to fix something. I felt so bad though..he tried to fix a fence post and his drill broke. I would love to get him a new Craftsman drill for fathers day!
Nicole S says
I’d love to give my caring husband some special tools for around the house!
BarbaraMae says
I would buy something from the tool section for my Grandpa – he was the best dad I could ask for! And he loves shopping at Sears!
Lisa e says
My dad would love some new chairs for around the fire pit. This would be perfect to get him some great ones I saw at Sears! Thank you!
Tracie says
My hubby and I would love to get him some new power tools!
Ashley says
I’d buy for my dad – he has a sad closet of clothes! I’d like to get him some new digs!
Michelle Ward says
I want to get my dad a watch. This would make it possible for me to get him something nice this year.
shelly peterson says
I would buy my sin in law some tools. He is such a wonderful father to my grandsons.
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