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20 Craft Ideas for Father’s Day
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Would your little ones like to give their dad a custom-made gift for Father's Day? Making his day with a custom little creation is not as complicated as you might think.
Here is a list of 10 Father's Day arts and crafts ideas for kids that will be sure to make his day. These gift ideas are original, could potentially be actually useful, are colourful, and are adaptable to every dad’s unique personality.
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MOVIE NIGHT IN A JAR
Is dad a movie buff? Then give him a special ‘movie night’ gift. Help your kids by grabbing a jar and filling it up with popcorn, maybe a few chocolate bars or candy, or both, and hand-drawn tickets by the kids. Then enjoy a nice Father’s Day evening watching one of your family’s favourite movies.
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AN ORIGINAL PORTRAIT
What parent doesn’t love art made by your children’s precious little hands; what a treat for Father’s Day! Encourage your children to draw or paint a colourful portrait of their father, or to draw a self-portrait for dad.
Any piece of art by your child is a keepsake for life!
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A CUSTOM-MADE TIE
What's better than outdoing your colleagues with a post-Father’s Day custom-made tie; if nothing else it will certainly be more original than everybody else's at the office.
Another great Father's Day arts and crafts project for kids is to make a paper tie for dad. Once you cut out the shape, allow the kids to decorate and customize it by adding colours and/or words that make them think of their dad!
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A CAFFEINATED GIFT
If dad is the type of guy who really loves coffee, then your wee ones could give him a custom-made or personally bought mug. And as an extra little gift, why not add his favourite coffee beans or grounds in it, to make sure it is fully ready for his morning coffee.
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POTTED PLANT HAIR
Many fathers are at that tender age where their hair isn’t quite as lush as it once was. If Papa is one of these guys and has a green thumb, then a great and funny DIY idea is to give him a potted plant with a picture of his face on it.
By choosing a plant that mimics his dream hair, you can give him the gift of having hair again! This Father's Day arts and crafts idea offers a guaranteed laugh, at the very least.
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A ‘BEST DAD’ TROPHY
Is there a more classic way for a child to celebrate Father's Day than by awarding their dad THE ‘Best Dad’ trophy?
The whole thing can be made with just a little paper and pencil crayons. It's a simple craft, but also a tried and true meaningful one.
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PERSONALIZED GOLF BALLS
If dad is a golfer, then why not get the kids to decorate a set of golf balls for him. These balls should give him better luck on his next round, or at least a smile when he reaches into his bag.
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PIZZA MAKING KIT
If dad is an Italian food lover, or even just a pizza lover, we have a great gift idea for you! Give him a prearranged box with all of his favourite ingredients to make his favourite pizza ever! Best part is after you give it to him, you can all cook it together as a family.
It's not a craft per se, but add an extra element of joy by having the kids decorate the pizza box in any way they want.
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CUSTOM COASTERS
If he is more into hops, whiskey, rum or really any kind of beverage, then consider making him a personalized coaster!
To make one, or some, simply buy a blank cork coaster, and have your kids add their artistic touch to it.
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A HAT WITH KNITTED POM POM
Cool dads will love it! With your kids, choose fine wool and knit a superb, trendy hat together that will keep him warm during his winter expeditions. Our tip: choose a matching children's hat for adorable father-child matching outfits.
It's not a craft per se, but add an extra element of joy by having the kids decorate the pizza box in any way they want.
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A PRETTY PEN AND PENCIL CUP
For writer dads, a handmade pen and pencil cup makes a cute and practical present. Choose a large glass you no longer need, and ask your little ones to decorate it with special glass paint.
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A WELL-DECORATED BINDER
A dad who deals with important documents on a daily basis also deserves a nice Father's Day present. To help him sort through his papers, give him a beautifully decorated binder. With your little ones, cut out shapes from colored paper (strips, stars, or hearts) and stick them on the cover of a binder.
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AN ORIGAMI CACTUS
Here's a slightly more technical, but not too challenging, craft that will give Dad's office a stunning decorative touch. Make an origami cactus from green paper, then place it in a small earthen pot.
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A KEY RING THAT SAYS "I LOVE YOU"
Here's the perfect gift for dads who tend to misplace their keys: a keyring made from alphabet beads. It's easy to make. Along a leather cord, thread several wooden alphabet beads to form the words "I love You" or your children's first names. Add a chain, and ta-da! An adorable keyring!
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A HAMMER FULL OF TENDERNESS
Daddy the handyman is truly admirable. With his specialist equipment, he can repair or make almost anything. To add to his magical toolbox, ask your kids to give him a personalized hammer. Just paint a few pretty pictures on the handle, and you're done!
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A HANDWRITTEN POEM
What could be more touching than words from the heart? With your children, invent a tender poem for the best dad in the world, then write it in beautiful calligraphy on colored paper. Fold the poem and insert it in a beautiful envelope.
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A BEAUTIFUL KEY REST
After a long day at the office, a tired dad tends to leave his keys just about anywhere... To help him find them easily, make a self-hardening clay key rest with your little ones. Decorate it by engraving motifs or incorporating glitter.
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A FUN APRON
For daddies who are always cooking, an apron is never too much. Plus, it's easy and fun to make.
- Dip your hands and your children’s hand in fabric paint.
- Then, place your palms on a white or beige apron, pressing lightly.
- The result: a colorful apron for happy moments in the kitchen!
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A PINE CONE PHOTO HOLDER
There's no better way to remind Dad of your best family moments than with photo holders. Here, we opt for the natural version with the pine cone photo holder! After cleaning, paint a few pine cones in bright colors. Once the paint has dried, add a piece of aluminum wire, then hang a mini wooden clothespin from its end. All that's left is to add carefully chosen photos!
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A SUPERHERO BOOKMARK
A dad is a bit of an everyday superhero. He chases monsters away from under the bed, reads a book faster than lightning, and lifts really heavy objects like the living room sofa!
To celebrate all these superpowers, make a superhero bookmark with your children. Draw the superhero of your choice on paper, cut it out, and glue it to a wooden stick.
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We hope these Father's Day craft ideas for kids will help you and your children have a great time creating memories for dad together.
Happy Father's Day!
