6 Unique Father’s Day Craft Gift Ideas For Your Kids To Make
Father’s Day is a wonderful time to celebrate and honor our amazing dads. While store-bought gifts are great, why not add a personal touch this year with DIY Father’s Day gifts? father’s Day craft gift ideas are easy, fun, and sentimental, making them perfect for your child to create and for dad to cherish forever.
1. Handprint Keychain
Materials Needed:
Shrinky Dinks plastic sheets
Permanent markers
Keychain rings
Scissors
Oven
Instructions:
Trace your child’s hand on a Shrinky Dinks plastic sheet.
Let your child decorate the handprint with markers.
Cut out the handprint and punch a hole at the top.
Bake in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 1–3 minutes until it shrinks and hardens.
Attach a keychain ring through the hole.
Why Dad Will Love It:
This keychain is a constant reminder of his child’s love, perfect for carrying everywhere.
2. Custom Coffee Mug
Materials Needed:
Plain white ceramic mug
Porcelain paint pens or Sharpies
Oven
Instructions:
Let your child decorate the mug with drawings, messages, or patterns.
Allow the ink to dry, then bake in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes.
Let the mug cool completely in the oven.
Why Dad Will Love It:
This unique mug will become his favorite for morning coffee, filled with warmth and memories.
3. Photo Frame with Popsicle Sticks
Materials Needed:
Popsicle sticks
Non-toxic glue
Acrylic paint
A small photo
Decorative items (buttons, stickers, glitter)
Cardboard or thick paper for backing
Instructions:
Decorate popsicle sticks with paint.
Glue sticks together to form a frame, reinforcing with a second layer if needed.
Decorate the frame with buttons, stickers, and glitter.
Attach a piece of cardboard to the back and insert the photo.
Why Dad Will Love It:
This handmade frame showcases a cherished memory, highlighting the effort and love put into creating it.
4. BBQ Rub
Materials Needed:
Small glass jars with lids
Selection of spices (paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, etc.)
Labels and markers
Measuring spoons and a mixing bowl
Instructions:
Mix spices in a bowl to create a custom BBQ rub.
Fill jars with the mixture and decorate with personalized labels.
Why Dad Will Love It:
This thoughtful gift is perfect for summer grilling sessions, adding a personal touch to his BBQs.
5. Father’s Day Coupon Book
Materials Needed:
Construction paper or card stock
Markers, crayons, or colored pencils
Scissors
Hole punch and ribbon or stapler
Stickers and decorative items (optional)
Instructions:
Cut paper into rectangular pieces for coupons.
Write services or activities on each coupon (e.g., “One Free Car Wash”).
Decorate the coupons with drawings and stickers.
Punch holes and tie with a ribbon or staple to create a booklet.
Why Dad Will Love It:
This coupon book offers experiences and help around the house, making it a gift that keeps on giving.
6. Decorated Planter
Materials Needed:
Small terracotta pot
Acrylic paint and brushes
Soil and a small plant (e.g., flower, succulent, herb)
Sealer (optional)
Instructions:
Decorate the pot with paint and let it dry.
(Optional) Apply a clear sealer to protect the design.
Fill the pot with soil and plant a flower, succulent, or herb.
Why Dad Will Love It:
This beautiful planter is a lasting gift that grows over time, just like the love between a father and child.
A Word From Mind Family
Father’s Day is a special time to celebrate the bond between fathers and their children. Handmade gifts are not only fun for kids to create but also deeply meaningful for dads to receive. These crafts serve as lasting reminders of the unique relationship and cherished moments shared between father and child.
At Mind Family, we believe it’s the thought and effort behind the gift that truly counts. This Father’s Day, give a gift that speaks from the heart and brings joy and fulfillment to your family. Happy Father’s Day! 🌟 #FathersDay #CraftGifts #DIYGifts #MindFamily
