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Father’s Day gifts for under $20

Written by Dustin L. Dangli, The Shorthorn scene editor

Tuesday, 16 June 2009 01:48 PM

For those who have forgotten, the country celebrates Father’s Day on June 21 this year. Gift-giving is nice, but with tuition, rent and other living expenses, how can college students afford presents for their pop? Here’s a list of five presents under $20 that will make any dad proud.

Custom-Made Gifts
Elementary school students make macaroni pictures for Father’s Day but today’s college student can raise the bar on customized gifts. Zazzle.com allows customers to personalize presents from calendars to skateboards. Customers can upload images so fathers can tote their children’s faces around on T-shirts and coffee mugs everywhere.

Snuggie Blanket
The backwards bathrobe has been a joke since its release several months ago but that doesn’t mean it’s not a great gift. The one-size-fits-all blanket comes in colors like royal blue, burgundy and sage green. Amazon.com offers Snuggie Blankets for $14.95 — add shipping cost and there’s a cozy present for under $20.

UTA Hats
Love your dad? Love your university? Why not spread the love by gifting baseball caps with school spirit. Lone Star Lids offers a variety of university hats in school colors with Blaze or the UTA logo. All hats are under $10 and the company offers free delivery on campus. For more information, check out LonestarLids.com to see the designs.

Movie Tickets
A simple gift like cinema tickets can be perfect for dad, who rarely gets a vacation. Especially with date films like Up and The Proposal, your father may thank you with a baby sibling.

Neck Ties
This fashion accessory has become a holiday staple for a good reason — they’re perfect for any father. Most department stores sell ties for designer prices but ties under $20 are also available. Looking fashionable doesn’t have to cost hundreds of dollars.

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