7 original gifts for dads from Kickstarter

Dad's got enough ties and power tools. This year, consider a Father's Day gift that's a little more unique and very unexpected. Enter, Kickstarter, an online threshold pledge system for funding creative projects.

While browsing on the fundraising platform, we uncovered seven really neat things dads would enjoy...

For the photog dad with an iPhone

Dad constantly brags about the photos and videos he's been taking on his iPhone? Your photog father will need an iPhone tripod. For a pledge of $50 or more, you can get him the Sthreeam in black or white.

For the dad with a 'stache

Does dad have a high-maintenance mustache? If so, he can use The Original Cowboy Comb. For a pledge of $1, you will receive one mustache comb to keep dad's facial hair in good shape.

For the crafty dad

The crafty dad will be preoccupied for hours with the Paper Punk paper-building blocks. For a pledge of $20 or more, you'll be able to give dad a paper toy kit.

For the urban dad with a cool factor

Is dad the hip, urban kind? Consider a canvas carryalls from Take it to the Next Level by Teamwork Bags. For a pledge of $45 or more, you

For the car-loving dad

For a pledge of $25 or more, your dad can have a copy of the I DRAW CARS Sketchbook & Reference Guide and a branded ballpoint pen to get him started.

For the dad with an iPhone and a bottle to open

The Opena is the ultimate multi-tasker. It keeps the iPhone4 protected and opens bottles. For a pledge of $15 or more, you can get one for dad.

For the dad who likes beer

If you pledge $55 or more, you can give your dad admission to a beer tasting with City Brewshop, a New York City-based mini brewery. Dad will be able to taste different beers and discuss brewing methods with other beer enthusiasts.

If your dad's not going to be in the New York City area, a pledge of $25 will grant him a laser-etched City Brewshop glass.