FATHER’S Day is fast approaching in the UK, as it falls on 19 June this year.
With that in mind it might be a good time to start thinking about where you can buy a card for your dad, stepdad, grandad, or other father figure in your life.
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While some may be fretting over what gifts to buy for Father’s Day, for the annual celebration, which takes place every third Sunday in June, for many the card is the most important.
A card, whether it is handmade, personalised, or is filled with pre-written sentimental words inside, it is the thought that counts.
Cards come in various shapes, sizes, prints, messages and prices, so there is bound to be something to suit every shopper’s needs and budget.
There are an abundance of cards to shop online which can be delivered to you to handwrite your message, or to send directly to your dad; from Moonpig and Thortful to Etsy, M&S, John Lewis and many more, you will be overwhelmed with choice when buying your Father’s Day card.
Funny father’s day cards
1. Emergency Dad jokes Father’s Day card
It’s a classic dad thing to have terrible jokes, and if your parent is guilty, this card is for you.
Plus, it may even give them some inspiration for new material – or not.
- Emergency Dad jokes Father’s Day card, £3.39, Thortful – buy here
2. Wonky Shelf Card For Dad’s
This one hit differently, and made us chuckle iside too.
We all rely on our dad’s to help with the DIY, and it’s safe to say no day is rest day for a parent.
- Wonky Shelf Card For Dad’s, £3.95 from Not On The High Street – buy here
3. No I’m Watching It Card
We all know that someone, right?
If your dad is a TV remote hogger, then this may well be a card to stock up on for many more Father’s Days to come.
- No I’m Watching It Card, £3.29 from Scribbler – buy here
4. Funny Fathers Day Card
It’s safe to say parents, and grandparents, aren’t quite au fait with technology, and if that’s your dad, then this affordable card is for them.
It certainly had us giggling away, and even more so when you watch their reaction!
- Funny Fathers Day Card, £3.49 from Amazon – buy here
5. Dad And His Wrong Directions Personalised Card
Moonpig has a whole host of Father’s Day cards to shop – as well as many other cards for other occasions too – which is why it is our go-to shopping destination.
For most designs shoppers can select from a smaller design for as little as 99p or a giant card costing £8.99 – the options are endless.
- Dad And His Wrong Directions Personalised Card, £3.49, Moonpig – buy here
6. I Love You With All My Heart Card
Some may joke they rely on “the bank of dad”, whether it’s true or not, this slogan card may make them chuckle.
- I Love You With All My Heart Card, £3.49 from Scribbler – buy here
7. Definitely In My Top Two Parents Father’s Day Card
Whether you’re a mummy’s girl or daddy’s girl, this hilarious card is bound to cause a reaction – and a few chuckles at that too.
- Definitely In My Top Two Parents Father’s Day Card, £2.50 from Oliver Bonas – buy here
8. You’re A Crackin Dad
There are plenty of rude jokes on cards to shop online, so for those who want to venture on the shocking side, this is for you.
- You’re A Crackin Dad, £2.99 from Etsy – buy here
9. Woodmansterne Multiple Spades Father’s Day Card
We all have no doubt heard our parents come up with gadgets they think would be game changing.
We also all know someone who loves gardening, so this card is fitting for all types of parents come Father’s Day.
- Woodmansterne Multiple Spades Father’s Day Card, £2.80 from John Lewis – buy here
10. Classic Dad Phone Text Father’s Day Card
Don’t get us started on parents and their phones – and their replies to our messages.
At least this card they’ve got a two letter response instead of the typical “K” after your essay text.
- Classic Dad Phone Text Father’s Day Card, £3 from Paperchase – buy here
11. Shakies Bean Can Farter Card
They may try to blame the dog, their shoes, or a creaky floorboard – but we know who the real culprit is.
- Shakies Bean Can Farter Card, £4 from Paperchase – buy here
12. Best Dad Ever joke card
This hilarious card is appropriate for birthdays and Father’s Day, so you may want to stock up numerous copies to see you through the years – we won’t judge.
- Best Dad Ever Joke card, £3.79 from Hallmark – buy here
Handmade Father’s Day cards
1. Minimal Photo Strip
Papier has a whole host of cards and other stationery to buy online, which includes personalised options too.
Customise your card with your very own message, and a selection of your favourite photos of your dad, for an extra special and sentimental card.
- Minimal Photo Strip, £3.60 from Papier – buy here
2. Personalised Father’s Day Bunting Card
Go one better than a personalised card, and opt for a bunting card so you can fill it with your favourite photos of your dad.
This is one to keep for many years, and a great alternative to a memory book.
- Personalised Father’s Day Bunting Card, £20 from Not On the High Street – buy here
3. Personalised Favourite Song Sound Wave Keyring Card
Does your dad fancy themselves a music buff? Then this card may well be for them.
Simply share their favourite track, which is turned into a soundwave.
- Personalised Favourite Song Sound Wave Keyring Card, £20, Not On The High Street – buy here
4. Personalised Fathers Day Map Dads Taxi Card
We have all asked our dad for lifts, whether it’s to school, a party or a friends house, so this card couldn’t be more fitting.
We know your dad will appreciate this one.
- Personalised Fathers Day Map Dads Taxi Card, £14 from Not On the High Street – buy here
5. Fingerprint Froggy Father’s Day Card Making Kit
Get creative this Father’s Day with this fingerprint card making kit.
It’s super affordable, and a great way for little ones to make their mark – quite literally.
- Fingerprint Froggy Father’s Day Card Making Kit, £8.50 from Not On The High Street – buy here
6. Happy Father’s day from the bump
Thortful is the go-to card shopping destination for all shoppers, no matter the occasion you are buying for.
Shop classic designs, joke cards, or personalised creations you can include photos on. The options are endless.
- Happy Father’s Day from the bump, from Thortful – buy here
7. A To Z Of An Amazing Dad Book
What is better than one card? A full of alphabet of cards.
While this is listed as a Dad Book, it can double up as a selection of cards for your dad too, so you can fill every alphabet with something you love about your parent to truly make their day.
- A To Z Of An Amazing Dad Book, £18.95 from Martha Brook – buy here
3D Father’s Day cards
1. Tache Crafts Dad You’re Ace Father’s Day Card
It’s colourful, it’s simple, but super effective.
Whether your dad fancies himself a card player, or you are looking for a card slightly different to the usual, this is for you.
- Tache Crafts Dad You’re Ace Father’s Day Card, £4 from John Lewis – buy here
2. BBQ Grill Master Pop-Up Father’s Day Card
It seems come summertime dads, consider themselves a dab hand on the BBQ.
If that’s your parent, there’s no better card for him to receive this Father’s Day.
- BBQ Grill Master Pop-Up Father’s Day Card, £6.50 from Paperchase – buy here
3. Love You Dad Father’s Day Card
While this Father’s Day card may look simple, it has many layers.
Open up the front to reveal a bold and colourful message inside, which is different to other classic designs.
- Love You Dad Father’s Day Card, £3.50 from Oliver Bonas – buy here
4. Super Dad Concertina Father’s Day Card
A concertina card is always fun, so this is the perfect option if you’re looking for a card that will put a smile on Dad’s face.
- Super Dad Concertina Father’s Day Card, £5.98 from Dreamy London – buy here
5. You Mean The World Reveal Wheel
Get a little sentimental with your dad or father figure this Father’s Day with Martha Brook’s Reveal Wheel card.
Simply add your own messages which he will read as he swirls the world round. Genius!
- You Mean The World Reveal Wheel, £13.95 from Martha Brook – buy here
6. Book Collector Greeting Card
Wow!
Dreamy London has gone above and beyond with their selection of Father’s Day cards.
If your dad is a bookworm, there is no other card to give this Father’s Day.
- Book Collector Greeting Card, £4.98 from Dreamy London – buy here
Father’s Day cards from the dog
1. Personalised Dog/Cat Father’s Day Envelope Card
Of course, we can’t leave out the pet in your home.
This card can be personalised to include your dog’s name, which we love, and am sure your parent will too.
- Personalised Dog/Cat Father’s Day Envelope Card, £5.95 from Not On The High Street – buy here
2. Best Dog Dad Ever
Simple, affordable, and effective.
If your parent is a pet lover, this Etsy card is a no brainer.
- Best Dog Dad Ever, £3.49 from Etsy – buy here
3. Woodmansterne Dogs On Beach Father’s Day Card
For those who prefer a simple, and more artistic card, but want to gift something from the dogs in the family, look no further.
Plus it could double up as a stunning artwork for the wall after Father’s Day.
- Woodmansterne Dogs On Beach Father’s Day Card, £2.90 from John Lewis – buy here
4. Superhero Dog Dad Holographic Card
This holographic card is exactly what your dog would have picked, we know it.
- Superhero Dog Dad Holographic Card, £4 from Paperchase – buy here
5. Happy Father’s Day card
This card couldn’t be more fitting for pet owners.
We know your dad will appreciate this one, and chuckle too.
- Happy Father’s Day card, £3.39 from Thortful – buy here
6. Sorry Dad Pug Father’s Day Card
Whether you send this one from the pet in the family, or yourself, we think it’s certainly one that will go down well with your dad.
- Sorry Dad Pug Father’s Day Card, £3.50 from Oliver Bonas – buy here
7. Personalised Birthday Or Father’s Day Card From The Dog
It’s witty and it’s appropriate for your pet. So it gets our seal of approval.
- Personalised Birthday Or Father’s Day Card From The Dog, £3.95 from Not On The High Street – buy here
8. Selfie Dogs Father’s Day Card
If only our dogs could take selfies.
This fun pet card is bound to put a smile on your dad’s face this Father’s Day.
- Selfie Dogs Father’s Day Card, £2.80 from John Lewis – buy here
Simple Father’s Day cards
1. Woodmansterne Bicycle Aloft Father’s Day Card
Sometimes a classic card is all you need, and this is exactly it.
For the parent who enjoys the outdoors, or cycling, this affordable card, with an extra heartfelt message.
- Woodmansterne Bicycle Aloft Father’s Day Card, £2.90 from John Lewis – buy here
2. Father’s Day Confetti Shake Card
Looking for a colourful card to gift your dad this Father’s Day, you have met your match.
This design is simple, but bright and colourful, and one that will take pride of place on the mantelpiece.
- Father’s Day Confetti Shake Card, £3.50 from Paperchase – buy here
3. Father’s Day Card
Simple, but effective.
Could you get a more simple Father’s Day card? We’ll wait.
- Father’s Day Card, £3.29 from Scribbler – buy here
4. Top Dad Father’s Day Card
Does your dad fancy himself a Top Gun fan or Tom Cruise? Then this card is for you – even if he’s not much of a maverick.
The soft pastel hues and innovative illustrations are what caught our eye.
- Top Dad Father’s Day Card, £2.95 from Oliver Bonas – buy here
5. World’s Greatest Pappa Card
There’s nothing more to say come Father’s Day.
This kit also comes with a pen for you to write your special message inside, which is that extra special touch that is rare, but we love anyway.
- World’s Greatest Pappa Card, £3.50 from Katie Leamon – buy here
6. Polka Dots Father’s Day Card
It’s bold, it’s vibrant and colourful and will stand on the mantelpiece.
It’s also under £3, which we consider affordable for a showstopping card.
- Polka Dots Father’s Day Card, £2.90 from John Lewis – buy here
7. Forever Friends Father’s Day Card
Hallmark is a longstanding card company we flock to for cards, and have done for many years.
Forever Friends is a classic go-to that has stood the test of time.
- Forever Friends Father’s Day card, £3.79 from Hallmark – buy here
8. Grandad Watering Plants Father’s Day Card
Sending a card to your grandad on Father’s Day will brighten his day, and we have found the perfect design.
- Grandad Watering Plants Father’s Day Card, £2.90 from John Lewis – buy here
When is Father’s day?
Father’s Day always falls on the third Sunday in June, which means this year it will be celebrated on 19 June.
Whether you are super organised, or have left your Father’s Day preparation to the last minute, a card is the ideal gesture to show hoe much your dad, stepfather, grandparent, or other father figure means to you.
What to say in a Father’s Day card?
It can stump a lot of people knowing what to write in a card, including what to say in a Father’s Day card.
Some may prefer to keep it short and sweet with a simple “Happy Father’s Day” message.
However, others may like to delve a little deeper with a more sentimental message, which could include reminiscing over fond memories you have shared, and thanking your parent for their love and support.
For those who really want to get creative, why not try your hand at poetry, to really score those extra brownie points.
How to make a Father’s Day card?
When it comes to making a Father’s Day card there are plenty of options on how to do so.
While some may simply turn to coloured A4 card, and draw an illustration on, others may wish to decorate their card with a selection of photos of their dad on the front.
For those who really want to let their creative juices flow, try cutting out sections of the card to reveal something behind, add 3D creations on top, or even pop out messages, or images when the card opens up.
We always love a bit of sparkle, so for a simple, yet effective touch, opt for metallic or colourful gel pens to write your message, or glitter pens and stickers for extra decoration. The options are endless.
What to write in Grandpa’s Father’s Day card?
What you would write in your Father’s Day card to your dad, can often be the same as what you would pen in the card to your grandparent too.
As a minimum wishing your grandad a “Happy Father’s Day” is essential in the card.
Similarly, you can choose to share your favourite memory you share with your grandparent, or your favourite thing about them.
What to write in your son’s Father’s Day card?
Writing a card to your son on Father’s Day may confuse some, but actually it’s a kind gesture for grandparents to do for their son when they have a child of their own.
Some parents may also wish to give their child a card on the special day, after all, without them they wouldn’t be able to celebrate the annual celebrations.
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