Need some cute last-minute craft ideas for Father’s Day? You’ll love these easy (and 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!
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With Father’s Day coming up, you may be looking for easy Father’s Day gifts or cards to make with your kids. And what could be better than a DIY keepsake featuring your little one’s handprint or footprint?
If you’ve been scouring the Internet looking for cute handprint art and footprint art ideas to make for Father’s Day, I’ve got you covered. In this article, I rounded up the 28 cutest projects I could find to help make your Father’s Day crafting a little simpler this year.
Whether you’re looking for Father’s Day card ideas, printable templates or homemade gifts using handprints or footprints, this list of adorable craft ideas is sure to help. All of the projects listed would make great gifts for Daddy or Grandpa.
And if you happen to be looking for craft ideas to celebrate Dad’s birthday? You can definitely use these crafts as birthday gifts as well!
1. Footprint Rocket
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!
Read the full tutorial: Footprint Rocket
2. Handprint Rocket Card
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.
Read the full tutorial: Handprint Rocket Card
3. Handprint Grill Card
Is Dad in charge of the barbecue in your house? (He is in ours.) This handprint grill craft is such a cute way to show him your appreciation!
Read the full tutorial: Handprint Grill Card
4. King of the Grill BBQ Handprint Apron
And 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 featuring a colourful handprint lion? He’ll be able to wear it every time he throws something on the grill!
Read the full tutorial: “King of the Grill” BBQ Handprint Apron
5. Hooked on Dada Wood Slice Craft
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 handprint keepsake that he’ll be able to cherish for years to come.
Read the full tutorial: “Hooked on Dada” Wood Slice Craft
6. Simple Fishing Card
You can also use your child’s handprint to make this adorable fishing-themed card! What child doesn’t love painting their hands and using the handprints to make fun crafts?
Read the full tutorial: Father’s Day Fishing Card
7. Dinosaur Handprint Art
This easy handprint dinosaur craft is also a great way to turn your child’s hand painting into something brand-new. How adorable is that dinosaur-themed pun?
Read the full tutorial: Dinosaur Handprint Art
8. Dinosaur Handprint Cards
Or, for kids who love dinosaurs but who don’t love the sensation of having their hands covered with paint, why not try this simple paper-based handprint craft that involves way less mess? This project also features some cute pun ideas that you can write inside the card.
Read the full tutorial: Dinosaur Handprint Cards
9. Minion Handprint Card
You can also turn your child’s handprint into these adorable Minion cards—no paint required!
Read the full tutorial: Minion Handprint Card
10. Portrait Handprint Art
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!
Read the full tutorial: Father’s Day Portrait Handprint Art
11. Handprint Golfer Card
Does Dad (or Grandpa) love to go golfing? This three-dimensional golf card is such a fun way to acknowledge Daddy’s favourite hobby!
Read the full tutorial: Handprint Golfer Card
12. Handprint Baseball Card
Or, 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.
Read the full tutorial: Handprint Baseball Card
13. Handprint Baseball Keepsake
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!
Read the full tutorial: Handprint Baseball Keepsake
14. Shrinky Dink Handprint Keychain
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.
Read the full tutorial: Shrinky Dink Father’s Day Handprint Keychain
15. Personalized Handprint Bag
This personalized handprint gift is also 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!
Read the full tutorial: Personalized Handprint Bag
16. Hands Down Best Dad Handprint Shirt
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?
Read the full tutorial: Father’s Day Handprint Shirt
17. Hands Down Best Dad Handprint Art
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!
Read the full tutorial: “Hands Down Best Dad” Handprint Art
18. Free Handprint & Footprint Art Templates
If you have a toddler or preschooler at home, it can be difficult to find crafts that are age-appropriate. Not only are these handprint and footprint templates a great way to allow your child to fully participate in the gift-making process, but they are also totally free to download!
Read the full tutorial: Free Father’s Day Handprint & Footprint Art Templates
19. (More) Free Handprint & Footprint Art Templates
I also love this set of templates from Busy Blooming Joy. How cute is the Papa Bear one?!
Read the full tutorial: Free Father’s Day Handprint & Footprint Art Templates
20. Following in Daddy’s Footsteps Printable
This footprint art template is SO sweet, and perfect for kids who want to follow in their father’s footsteps and grow up to be just like him. You could even make your own DIY version using an actual imprint of Daddy’s shoes!
Read the full tutorial: “Following in Daddy’s Footsteps” Printable
21. Superhero Handprint Craft
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 coloured 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.
Read the full tutorial: Superhero Handprint Craft
22. Superhero Footprint Card
If your child has a superhero dad, you can also give this easy footprint card a try. Such a sweet way to make Father’s Day more special!
Read the full tutorial: Superhero Footprint Card
23. Daddy and Me Handprint Poem Craft
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.)
Read the full tutorial: “Daddy and Me” Handprint Poem Craft
24. Galaxy Spray Bottle Handprint Art
This spray bottle galaxy craft is such a cool and unique twist on handprint art. My kids would have so much fun with this project!
Read the full tutorial: Galaxy Spray Bottle Handprint Art
25. One in a Melon Handprint Card
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!
Read the full tutorial: “One in a Melon” Handprint Card
26. Clothespin Hand Craft
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.
Read the full tutorial: Clothespin Hand Craft
27. Handprint Stepping Stones
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!
Read the full tutorial: Handprint Stepping Stones
28. Clay Footprint Bowl
Finally, this adorable footprint craft would make a great first Father’s Day gift from baby. Dad is sure to cherish this gift for years to come!
Read the full tutorial: Clay Footprint Bowl
Related Craft Ideas for Dad
Looking for more simple craft ideas to make for Father’s Day? Check out these articles:
- DIY Scratch-Off Car Card (with Free Template!)
- Beaded Father’s Day Fishing Keychain
- Marbled Shaving Cream Shirt & Tie Card (with Free Template!)
- Tie-Dyed Father’s Day Shirt Card (with Free Template!)
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