Fun Handmade Kids Crafts For Father’s Day Gifts
Father’s Day is the perfect time to slow down and let the kids get creative with something simple, thoughtful, and handmade. These easy crafts aren’t just fun to make—they’re a sweet way for little ones to show Dad how much he means to them.
Whether it’s a painted keepsake or a quirky card with tiny handprints, each idea is designed to be doable (even with short attention spans!) and special enough to make Dad smile.
I’ve gathered a collection of favorite crafts that my own kids have loved making over the years, and the best part? You probably already have most of the supplies at home. These make-it-yourself gifts are a fun way to spend time together and create something from the heart.
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Handmade Kids’ Crafts for Father’s Day Gifts
These 20 creative and easy Father’s Day crafts are fun for little hands and full of love. Whether it’s a sweet keepsake, a silly card, or a DIY masterpiece for Dad’s desk, these kid-made treasures are sure to bring a big smile to his face. Gather your craft supplies and get ready to make something special that Dad will cherish for years to come.
Father's Day Card - Rocket Craft
Here’s a fun and easy Father’s Day gift idea that lets kids get crafty without adding extra work for busy moms! With the help of a printable template, kids can create a handmade rocketship card for Dad, complete with a sweet message inside.
Dad Rocks Paperweight
Here’s a creative twist on classic rock crafts for Father’s Day! Kids can make a salt dough paperweight and add a heartfelt message for Dad. Check out the post for step-by-step guidance.
How to Make a DIY Father’s Day Gift Bag
If the kids want to give Dad a small gift this year, this DIY gift bag is just the thing! They’ll have fun decorating it to look like a shirt with a tie, and then tuck the gift right inside.
Father’s Day Grill Craft
This Father’s Day craft takes “handmade” to a whole new level! Kids can create an adorable grill card using a paper plate, with flames crafted from their own handprints. This DIY Father’s Day gift is perfect for the grill master in your life.
Nuts & Bolts Father’s Day Card for the DIY Dad
Any handy dads out there would love this next option. Kids make a robot by gluing a handful of nuts, bolts, and fasteners to a card.
Father's Day Handprint Craft
Kids can create an adorable Father’s Day craft with minimal effort. Just use their handprint as a template and decorate it to look like Dad!
I Love You Pop: Popcorn Father’s Day Craft
Here’s another printable template option that lets kids make Dad something handmade. Mom can print this popcorn Father’s Day card template and help the kids put it together.
Baseball Glove Photo Pop-Up Father's Day Card
This is the perfect card for any baseball-loving dad out there. The pop-up baseball reveals a picture of the kids.
Paper Plate Father's Day Trophy Craft
Make Dad a trophy this year to show him that he’s #1. All it takes is a paper plate and some other basic supplies.
How to Make a Father's Day Tie for Dad
While ties are the stereotypical Father’s Day gift, that doesn’t mean they can’t still offer a surprise. Follow these steps to help the kids make a homemade tie that will be one of a kind.
DIY Coasters for Kids
This is such a fun idea for Father’s Day. Have the kids color a picture, then turn that into some custom coasters as a gift for Dad.
Super Dad Father's day Craft
Here’s a printable template that can be customized to resemble Dad. Kids can make a superhero card that looks like their own superdad.
Cute Toolbox Printable Fathers Day Craft - Free Printable!
This cute Father’s Day craft idea is a perfect printable template for the kids to cut out and build. Make Dad a toolbox card in colorable or pre-colored variants.
Father's Day Craft: Tie-Shaped Bookmark Using Tear Art
Make a tie collage bookmark for Dad this Father’s Day. This sweet handmade gift is the perfect thing for any readers.
Paper Roll Father’s Day Craft
Kids can follow these steps to turn an old toilet paper tube into a miniature version of their dad. All it takes is a little paint and a little creativity.
Father's Day Pop Up Card
Here’s another printable template for Moms who don’t have tons of free time to help the kids work on a craft. The template has everything the kids need to make a pop up Father’s Day card.
Shark Father's Day Card
Moms can simply print out the template and relax while the kids take over. With some cutting, assembling, and gluing, little ones can create an adorable shark card for Father’s Day.
Easy DIY Fathers Day Craft Your Kids Can Make
This is a really cute idea that kids will love. Use the printable template as a guide for this popsicle card craft that is perfect for Father’s Day.
Turtle Father’s Day Craft (Free Printable Template)
If the kids love turtles, this printable Father’s Day card template is just the thing. It’s ready to cut out and assemble, so it’s perfect even for preschoolers.
DIY Father's Day Shirt Card
Another great option is letting kids write or sign their own message with a completely handmade card. These shirt and tie cards are simple enough for kids to DIY and don’t require any printable templates to make them work.
These crafts are perfect for Father’s Day, birthdays, or just to show Dad some extra love. For more creative ideas, explore other Crafts & DIY on our blog.
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