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Impress your father-in-law with these creative and unique gift ideas.

You’re all about choosing the perfect gift for every person in your life, but admit it: Sometimes you’re stumped when it comes to your in-laws, especially your father-in-law. Whether you’re just getting married and want to present him with something special or have been a part of each other’s lives for years, finding the best gift for your father-in-law isn’t always easy. But we’ve curated a selection of creative ideas that work for all occasions including birthdays, Father’s Day, and holidays so you can stop stressing and find just the right gift for your father-in-law, no matter what his interests.

Power tools and sporting goods are perennial favorites and always welcome. But instead of the same-old, same-old, we’ve found truly unique and handsome gifts whether he’s a connoisseur of fine spirits, an outdoorsy type, or an aspiring home chef or grill master. From he-wouldn't-buy-this-for-himself to practical gifts, we’ve got something for everyone (your dad or husband would appreciate a few of these, too!). And you’ll look like a genius for finding the ideal gift that hits just the right balance of fun and usefulness. Because, hey, who doesn’t want to look good to your in-laws? He’ll think fondly of you every time he uses it.

Ahead, our top picks for the best gifts for your father-in-law:

Hand-poured and made from natural soy, this candle is made in Tennessee and is deliciously scented in two of his favorite foods.

Suited for the stovetop, oven, grill or campfire, this versatile cast iron grill pan is the piece of cookware he’ll use over and over. Lodge Cast Iron has been made in Tennessee since 1896, and this piece will last a lifetime.

Forget those cheap, flimsy neck pillows. If your father-in-law travels a lot, this deluxe neck pillow is covered with a cooling fabric and a removable, washable cover. It also has a five-year warranty and a 90-day guarantee, so if he doesn't love it, it’s returnable. It’s made by the same company known for its popular memory foam mattress toppers.

Does your dad-in-law’s kitchen need an upgrade? This all-in-one countertop appliance includes a toaster, convection oven, and air fryer with 12 different settings, so he can whip up a batch of wings or onion rings for the big game, dehydrate extra produce from his garden, or toast his morning bagel. Plus, the outside stays up to 75 percent cooler.

If your father-in-law loves hot sauce, surprise him this unique truffle-flavored 3-pack. Chili peppers, black or white truffles, agave nectar and spices are the only ingredients in this sweet and spicy take on hot sauce. Top popcorn or wings with the sauces, and drizzle a little truffle oil on pasta and pizza. There are even hotter varieties if he's into hot, hotter, hottest.

This fresh, bermot-scented cologne is sure to be a hit. And because it’s in a smaller travel size, he can take it with him or sample it to see if it will become his new signature scent.

If he always does the honors of carving at holidays, this handsome maple board (with spikes to keep food in place while he works) is a beautiful addition to his kitchen. It's made by a Vermont company founded in 1944.

If your father-in-law loves whiskey or cigars (or both!), this premium single malt is matured for ten to fifteen years in American white oak ex-bourbon casks and thirty year old Matusalem Oloroso sherry casks. Ideally, it’s meant to be enjoyed with a fine cigar but is amazing on its own as well.

Help your father-in-law elevate any whisky, bourbon, or tequila cocktail with this smoking kit. The kit includes an oak cloche, wood chips, kitchen torch and cleaning brush to add a layer of smoke to any drink.

Your father-in-law will love these delicious olives, grown in Greece, for their snappy flavors such as lemon garlic or hot and spicy. He can enjoy these as quick snacks, to top martinis, toss with pasta or on a charcuterie board.

If he has a tendency to toss his keys/sunglasses/whatever else is in his pocket on the kitchen counter, this handy tray will corral everything neatly so nothing’s ever misplaced. It's handmade in Florida and can be customized with initials or a favorite saying.

If your father-in-law makes homemade pizzas, he’s going to love you even more after this gift. This carbon steel perforated pan, made in the USA, heats evenly and crisps crusts beautifully. It works equally well on the grill or in the oven will last forever.

If your father-in-law sports an impressive beard, he’ll love this handmade folding comb, crafted in Ukraine from real walnut wood. It comes in handsome gift packaging, too, with several different personalization options.

There’s a subscription box for everything these days, and that includes jerky! This company curates the best artisan jerky makers in the country, then sends out a monthly subscription of 2, 4, or 8 bags for your father-in-law to enjoy.

If your father-in-law is an accomplished cook or gardener, he’ll love growing his own herbs to dress up dishes or to have greenery indoors in the winter. This sleek hydroponic kit comes with everything including the integrated LED light, seed pods, and timer which controls the lights and cues you in on when to add water or fertilizer to your garden.

Every dad needs at least one gorgeous pocketknife. With an elegant swirled finish and stainless steel blade, this knife makes a beautiful and practical gift, especially when it comes packaged in a velvet box for giving. It’s made in Pennsylvania where the company has been manufacturing cutlery for more than a century, and it has a limited lifetime warranty.

Golfers always have tons of equipment, so help your father-in-law stay at the top of his game with this trunk organizer/storage bag. It holds shoes, balls, tees, and anything else he needs when headed to the links.

Now your dad-in-law can turn his grill into a pizza oven. This fun accessory sits directly on the grill and includes a cordierite baking stone to crisp crusts, an integrated thermometer that registers to 800 degrees, and an aluminum pizza peel with folding handle for easy storage. You just might want this gadget for yourself!

The straight, sleek lines of these glasses have a classic shape that’s perfect for any cocktail. Elevate them even further by adding your father-in-law’s monogram.

Keep your father-in-law cool when tailgating or watching the grandkids’ practices with this portable umbrella, which provides 98 percent UV blocking. It telescopes and tilts for better coverage and comes with carrying case and screw attachment for sand. It comes in several different colors.

Billed as the world’s strongest coffee, this is the brand for those who like their morning cup with an extra dose of caffeine (it's twice as caffeinated as the average cup). It’s also Fair Trade and USDA Organic Certified so your father-in-law can feel good about drinking it, too.

Whether your father-in-law wants to bring this along on camping trips or set it up on the patio, this petite wood-burning stove has a unique design that allows fuel to burn more efficiently with less smoke. He can whip up his morning coffee on his annual fly fishing trip, add some ambiance to tailgating parties, or toast marshmallows with the grandkids.

Whether your father-in-law wants to touch up the kitchen knives or sharpen his favorite pocket knife, this starter sharpening set includes a 1000/6000 grit combination stone and plastic holder to keep the knife at the correct angle when sharpening. This iconic brand, made in Japan, is a favorite of many knife enthusiasts.

If your father-in-law loves a craft brew, this handsome growler will make his day. It’s 18/8 stainless and keeps 64 ounces of his favorite brew fresh for weeks and cold for hours.

If your dad-in-law loves plants, check out this adorable citrus tree. It’s shipped directly from a grower in Florida and can be enjoyed in a pot on your patio or brought indoors for winter. They also offer lime and lemon trees, and yes, all the fruit is edible!

Ask your father-in-law to fill in the simple questions to preserve your family’s unique history. The questions cover everything from how his name was chosen to his childhood games and friends to favorite foods.

If you’re looking for something different in spirits, this bourbon is barreled in new American oak barrels, charcoal filtered, then rested and mellowed in roasted small batch coffee beans. Best of all, it’s packaged in 100 percent stainless steel cans so your father-in-law can enjoy a nip while on camping trips or when grilling without worrying about breakage.

Whether your father-in-law is into technology or spends a lot of time in his workshop, these incredibly practical and infinitely reusable twist ties make life so much easier. Wrap up cords from computers, power tools, or anything else that’s in the way with these ties that come in multiple sizes and packets. This makes a great stocking stuffer or add-on gift for every type of dad.

We’ve all occasionally overdone it in the garden, on the golf course, or maybe at the gym. Your father-in-law will find this cordless rechargeable heating pad invaluable for soothing achy back, shoulder, arm and leg muscles. It lasts up to 4 hours on a charge and also plugs into a wall outlet.

If your father-in-law is your go-to guy for fixing just about everything, he needs this multi-function knife. Made in Oregon, this handy tool includes a sturdy, razor-sharp knife with serrated edge, two screwdrivers, scissors, a pry tool, bottle opener, and awl. Forget the cheap versions; this is the real deal that has a 25-year warranty. The custom shop takes your gift to the next level with personalized engravings.

If your father-in-law is the type of guy who appreciates the Great Outdoors, he’ll like these soaps with scents such as fresh cut pine, fall leaves, and campfire smoke. A portion of the proceeds benefits U.S. veterans.

If your father-in-law is an expert bartender, he’ll enjoy adding a splash or two of these classic and unique bitters flavors. The fourth-generation company meticulously crafts their bitters in Rochester, New York.

If your father-in-law is a fan of protein drinks or smoothies, this personal blender takes up hardly any counter space but packs a punch with 700 watts of power to crush ice, fruit and vegetables. It comes with two 20-ounce sports bottles so he can head out the door to work or the gym with his beverage in hand.

Let's face it: Everyone loves hoodies. Whether your dad-in-law wears to the gym, on walks or just around the house to take off the chill, this full zip hoodie comes in five colors in both regular and tall sizing (which adds 2 inches to height).

Make your father-in-law’s game days more comfortable. Portable chairs are always so flimsy and unstable, but this one is designed with pivoting feet for stability, a sturdy steel alloy frame, and a padded seat.