Bright Ideas For Father's Day
Are you running out of Father's Day gift ideas? CBS This Morning asked gift consultant Alison Deyette to narrow your search by selecting some interesting and affordable choices. You won't even have to leave your chair to shop; most of these gifts are available on the Web.
- Swiss Army Mini-Grip Tool: This compact tool is the ultimate utility gift. Suggested price is $99. Available at wengerna.com or call Wenger at 1-800-267-3577 or the Harrington Catalog 1-800-622-5221.
- Christopher Reeve Neckwear: Neckwear designs inspired by drawings by celebrity friends of actor Christopher Reeve. Suggested retail price is $27, available at J.C. Penney stores and its Web site, jcpenney.com.
- Monochromatic Shirts and Ties from Today's Man: These shirts are priced between $29 and $39, with ties up to $25. Carried by Today's Man stores and todaysman.com.
- NBA Team Logo Watch: Surprise Dad with an NBA watch with the logo of the 1999 Eastern and Western NBA Conference Playoff teams. The price is $89. Exclusive to the NBA Store on Fifth Avenue in New York.
- Machine Watch III: It's silver and it looks just like a machine. To access the time on this watch, touch the secret release button. Click it closed, and it's protected from dust and impact. The price is $39.95, available from The Edge Company, 1-800-732-9976, or edgeco.com.
- Beach Essentials from Lands' End Catalog: A summer survival canvas tote filled with beach essentials including sports sandals, beach towel, swimsuit, and a tropical print shirt. The tote bag is $16.50, sandals $14.50, beach towel $18, swimsuit $26.50, tropical print shirt $39.50. Available from the Lands' End Catalog, 800-356444 or landsend.com.
- BBQ-To-Go: For the dad who loves grilling, all the food needed for a delicious home-cooked barbeque dinner. Everything arrives frozen, prepared and ready to grill. It is priced at $69.99 and available from netgrocer.com.
- Grilling Tools from Kmart: For the outdoor cook, a set of oversized stainless steel and oak barbecue grilling tools is always a welcome gift. Suggested retail price is $24.99 for the set. Available at Kmart stores nationwide, or visit kmart.com.
- Protectair Inflatable Golf Club Hood: Protect Dad's precious golf clubs with an inflatable hood. It holds the golf clubs snugly in an air-filled cushion. It is priced at $34.95, available at pro shops and specialty stores throughout the U.S. or izzo.com.
- Golf Accessories from Marshalls: This assortment of golf essentials includes books, golf umbrella, picture frame, pillow and electronic golf meter. The meter s $12.99, pillow is $7.00, Smart Golf book is $16.99, Practice Book is $9.99, golf umbrella is $14.99, picture frame is $6.99, practice pole is $14.99. Available at Marshalls stores nationwide. Call 1-800-Marshalls.
- Hot/Cool Sport Seat: Perfect for sports games or outdoor activities, the padded Sport Seat with back support will keep Dad comfortable. It is priced at $39.95, available from Hammacher Schlemmer, 800-543-3366, or online at hammacher.com.
- Personal Cooling System: Dad can't stand the heat? Just add water, place around the neck and the battery powered fan will keep him cool and comfortable anywhere. It is priced at $49, available from The Sharper Image, 800-344-4444, or sharperimage.com.
- Nintendo Game Boy Color: The newest version of the popular handheld video game systems has a full-color screen and improved graphics for fun on the go. More than 500 games are available for it. Suggested retail price is $79.95, available at most toy stores and at nintendo.com.
- New SportTech Micro-Binoculars: This palm-size set of binoculars has crystal-clear 10 X 25 power that brings far-off details startlingly close. The 15-layer ruby-coated lens prevents it from getting hazy over time. It is priced at $89.95, available from The Edge Company, 1-800-732-9976, or edgeco.com.
- Pampering Spa Package: Give Dad a little stress release with his own at-home spa package. ConAir Massaging Foot Spa is $30 (has bubbles, heat and massage), Homedics Percussion Massager is $50 (handheld with dual pivoting heads) . Available at Bed, Bath & Beyond, or call 800-go-beyond.
- Cannon Recliner Slipcover: Take Dad's favorite recliner from eyesore to eye-catching. A stylish slipcover is a quick and easy face-lift. Fits most recliners and comes in a variety of fabrics and colors. It is priced between $59 and $89, available at Bed, Bath & Beyond, Linens & Things, Target, Wal-Mart, and Sterns.
- Customized CD: While Dad is relaxing in his newly covered recliner, have him pop in a CD you compiled full of his favorite tunes. It can all be done over the Internet through CustomDisc.Com. Choose from more than 195,000 tracks. Average price is $15.99, available at customdisc.com.
- Craftmaster Pen Tool: It's a pen and exacto knife, a screwdriver, a staple remover, a carving blade, a hole puncherÂ… all within the body of an aluminum pen. Great for the do-it-your-self Dad who is a camper or hunter. It is priced at $29.95, available from The Edge Company, 1-800-732-9976, or edgeco.com.
- Fresh Seafood: If your father has that summer craving for seafood, fultonstreet.com provides an array of fresh fish, shrimp, lobster, and crab for reasonabl rates. Just log on and order at fultonstreet.com.