If you’re struggling to think of what to buy your dad because nothing on the high street quite fits the kind of man he is, why not try getting an original, locally-made gift this year?
Regardless of whether your dad is a foodie, coffee addict, budding artist or fashionista father, there are plenty of unique and quirky gifts to choose from by local artisans and makers.
Here are some of our favourites:
9. Pet Portrait
Carol Benson is a Northern Ireland based artist who crafts bespoke pencil pet portraits. Working with high quality pencils, Carol Benson Art will provide you with a pet portrait that will last a lifetime, based on an image of your dad’s favourite furry friend. For more information, go to carolbensonart.com Photo: Carol Benson's Art via Facebook
10. Handmade fudge
For the dad with a sweet tooth, try Fudgelicious’s range of edible cookie dough. Operating online, this Northern Irish desserts company has every flavour combination you could imagine. For more information, go to fudgelicious.co.uk Photo: Pexels
11. Wax melts or candles
EverWildCandles is a Belfast-based handmade wax melt and candle business. Providing eco-friendly home fragrance products, their Mountain Air candle could be the perfect gift for the outdoors-loving dad. For more information, go to everwildcandles.com Photo: everwildcandles website
12. Apparel
Emerald Isle Apparel creates clothing products inspired by the beauty of the island of Ireland. With collections such as the Mussenden Temple collection, your dad can sport his favourite NI landmark on a fashionable hoodie or t-shirt. For more information, go to emeraldisleapparel.com Photo: emeraldisleapparel via Facebook