Need some cute last-minute craft ideas for Father’s Day? You’ll love these easy, kid-friendly Father’s Day handprint and footprint crafts. This collection of simple crafts features lots of cards, gift ideas and printable templates that you can use to make this Father’s Day extra special!
JUMP TO…
There is no better Father’s Day gift than a homemade keepsake featuring your little one’s handprint or footprint! So to make this year a little simpler for you, I have rounded up the 29 cutest keepsake gift ideas I could find, and compiled them all into one handy list.
Whether you’re looking for Father’s Day card ideas, printable templates or DIY gift inspiration, these adorable craft ideas are sure to help. All of the projects listed would make great gifts for Daddy or Grandpa, and if they have a birthday coming up, you can use them as birthday gifts, too!
Why You’ll Love These Crafts
Personalized: Give your Father’s Day crafts a more personal touch this year with the addition of your child’s prints! This list includes both baby footprint and baby handprint ideas, as well as projects that are suitable for older kids.
Quick to make: These simple keepsake crafts would make perfect last-minute gifts or cards! Some of them even include printable templates that you can simply print out and finish in under 5 minutes.
Varied: I have included 29 different ideas ranging from fishing-themed to BBQ-themed to baseball-themed, which means you’re sure to find a project that’s appropriate for the father(s) in your life.
Not only is this craft super sweet, but it’s also perfect for busy parents who are looking for last-minute gift ideas: all you’ll need to do is print out the template and add your child’s footprint.
If you have the time and you want to make something truly unique, you can even create your own DIY version using an actual imprint of Daddy’s shoes!
Image Credit: A Hundred Affections
Now that I’ve shared my top pick, here are 28 more ideas you’ll love:
2. Footprint Rocket
“Love You to the Moon” Rocket Craft
Looking for a cute way to say “Happy Father's Day”? This footprint rocket ship craft is the perfect way to show Dad how much he means to you!
Or, if you have multiple kids, why not use all of their handprints to make this adorable handprint rocket card? This craft is perfect for families with two or three kids who all want to be involved in making Daddy's card.
If you're looking for a unique barbecue-themed gift that Dad will actually be able to use, why not make him his very own barbecue apron? He'll be able to wear it every time he throws something on the grill!
Looking for a cute, personalized gift idea for Father's Day? Use your child's handprints to make this adorable heart and hand craft for Dad. The craft even includes a free template you can use to speed up the process!
Does Dad (or Grandpa) enjoy fishing? This adorable handprint fish craft is the perfect way to acknowledge his interests while providing him with a gorgeous keepsake that he'll be able to cherish for years to come!
This easy handprint dinosaur craft is a great way to turn your child's hand painting into something brand-new. How adorable is that dinosaur-themed pun?
Do you have a child who loves dinosaurs, but who doesn't love the sensation of having their hands covered with paint? This simple paper-based handprint craft involves way less mess, and features some cute pun ideas that you can write inside the card.
How cool is this Father's Day handprint craft that creates a portrait of Daddy using your child's own handprints? Such a fun idea, and so easy to personalize!
If baseball is more his thing, why not give this cute baseball handprint craft a try? This project only requires a few simple materials, and the article even includes a free template that you can use to help make the craft a little easier.
If you're looking to make a DIY gift rather than a card, you may also want to consider this baseball-themed handprint gift. This one would be particularly great for a father who is teaching his son or daughter how to play ball!
Searching for a homemade gift idea that Dad can take with him wherever he goes? This handprint Shrinky Dink keychain craft is such a cute way to remind him how loved he is—no matter where he happens to be.
This personalized handprint gift is a great way for Dad to carry around a reminder of his children's love wherever he goes. You can even add more handprints later on if you happen to welcome a new baby to the family!
This “Hands Down Best Dad” shirt super easy to make, and what proud dad wouldn't want to wear this cute personalized t-shirt decorated with his children's handprints?
Did you run out of time to try a more elaborate project? If you're looking for a quick and easy way to show Dad your appreciation, all you'll need to do is print out this free template and add your child's handprints to create an adorable last-minute Father's Day gift!
If you have a toddler or preschooler at home, it can be difficult to find crafts that are age-appropriate. This bundle of handprint and footprint templates is a great way to allow your child to fully participate in the gift-making process, but all the templates are totally free to download!
Do your kids want to show Dad how much they look up to him? Grab the free template from the post and use it to make this easy superhero handprint card! Because it can be colored in, this craft is simple enough for kids to make all on their own, so they're sure to be really proud of their work.
How adorable is this “Daddy and Me” handprint craft? It even features a sweet Father's Day poem that you can print out and glue to the card. (“Dad”, “Grandpa” and “Papa” versions are all available in the article.)
What father doesn't love a good pun (AKA dad joke)? This cute watermelon card is super simple to make, and it includes a free template that you can print out to make the process even quicker!
This clothespin hand craft is such a sweet Father's Day gift idea that kids can make for their dad! I love the fact that this easy Father's Day craft features personalized notes and photographs of the kids.
How cute is this personalized stepping stone featuring your child's little handprints and the words “Daddy Rocks” shaped with small pebbles? This would be an awesome project to repeat every year until you can create a stone path for your garden!
These adorable keepsake crafts are a great way to make Father’s Day more special, and you’ll love looking back on them when your children are grown. You can use them as birthday card (or gift) ideas as well. I especially love the ones that Dad can use, like the apron and the keychain.
(If you’re the same, and one of the fathers in your life loves fishing, check out this Beaded Father’s Day Fishing Keychain made using a fishing weight and fishing interlock snap. My husband loves his!)
If you have tried these Father’s Day Keepsake Crafts or any other recipe/project on my website, please let me know how it went in the comments below. I can’t wait to hear from you!
The Craft-at-Home Family uses cookies to ensure you have the best possible experience on our site. Should you reject cookies, certain features and functionalities may not be available to you and certain areas may be restricted. For more details, please view Privacy Policy and our Cookie Policy.
Only your name will be made public. Please note that by submitting your comment, you are agreeing to the terms of our Privacy Policy.