4 budget-friendly Father's Day gifts

Father's Day is a great time to celebrate dads both young and old. Even if you're on a budget, you can still find ways to make the occasion special and let Dad know how much you love him.

You don't need to take dad out for a fancy, expensive dinner to celebrate Father's Day. Sometimes a nice family dinner at home is all it takes to make him feel pampered.

• Prepare his favourite meal or have him plan the whole menu, and spend the day prepping for a special feast.
• You can make his favourite dinner and then surprise him with cake or his favourite dessert, or finish off your meal with a celebratory glass of champagne.

A family picnic is a great way to spend quality time with your dad without spending a fortune.

• You can spend the morning preparing a picnic basket with sandwiches, different types of side dishes, potato chips, napkins, silverware and beverages, and then pack up the car and head out for an afternoon picnic.

Dads always need tools around the house to deal with various issues that arise.

• You can buy him an all-in-one multitasking tool that's easy to use and includes everything from a sharp blade to a screwdriver to help him work efficiently on household tasks.

If your dad likes to get creative in the kitchen, a personalized apron will make him excited to make some culinary magic.

• It's a cute gift idea that won't cost much, and it will keep him from getting his clothes dirty while he's having fun cooking.
• Consider making the gift extra special by putting his name or a picture on it.

These are just a few suggestions for Father's Day gifts for your dad. Adapt these ideas for his personal tastes or use them as inspiration for your own unique idea.

You don't have to spend a fortune on your gifts in order to make Dad happy and show him you appreciate him.