Forget store-bought socks or boring work ties, let your kids take the creative lead with some DIY Father’s Day gifts made straight from the heart (with perhaps a dusting of glue and glitter too!).
Whether Dad is a superhero, snack-sharer, or bedtime storyteller, these kid-friendly Father’s Day crafts and DIY gifts are the perfect way for little ones to say, “You’re the best, Dad!”
From handprint crafts toddlers can create to simple homemade gifts bigger kids can tackle, these sweet ideas are full of charm, personality, and kid-made love. Get ready for big smiles and maybe even a happy tear or two!
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ToggleHandmade Photo Father’s Day Gifts From Kids
Here are some gorgeous DIY cards and homemade gifts for Father’s Day the kids can make, personalised with their photo. They’ll make the cutest keepsakes!
Blowing Kisses Fathers Day Card & Gift
This sweet Fathers Day card features your child blowing Dad some kisses (cutout hearts). If your little one loves to pose, as much as mine do, they’re sure to love making their Dad this cute DIY gift!
If you don’t make this one for Father’s Day, be sure to bookmark this one for Mother’s Day or Valentine’s.
“DAD” Homemade Picture Frame Gift
Why not make Dad a cute photo frame from salt dough. What a lovely Father’s Day craft for kids to make and gift to Dad. He’ll love having it on display at home or work for all to see.
Visit Soccer Mom Blog for instructions
(If you’re a fan of salt dough crafts, be sure to bookmark this selection of Christmas ornaments for the festive season)
Personalised Favorite Book
This DIY Father’s Day gift idea is so super cute; to take a favorite book that Dad reads with the kids and personalise it to your family. In the example above, Dad has become The Old Man in the book, “This Old Man…” and the children in the book are your own kids.
Simply print some photos of Dad and the kids, cut out the faces and stick over those of the characters in your book of choice.
For all the details see Crayons And Spice
Baseball Pop-Up Father’s Day Card
Popsicle Stick Picture Frame Gift
Handprint Father’s Day Gifts Ideas
Looking for some DIY Father’s Day gifts from kids using their foot or handprints? Try one of these! Dad is sure to love receiving a craft or gift that incorporates their little one’s prints and kids love turning their handprints into animals and other fun creations.
(Grab some baby-safe paint if you need first.)
Handprint Photo & Note Holder
Use a cut out of your child’s handprint and some clothespins to make a cute photo or note holder. Add some cute photos to clip and you have a simple DIY Father’s Day gift from the kids for 1Dad.
For the full tutorial see B4 And Afters
Father’s Day Framed Footprint Gift (Free Template)
Hand-y Tees World’s Best Dad T-Shirt
Why not give Dad a DIY personalised T-shirt as a gift. He’s sure to wear it with pride – hopefully not too much embarrassment?! Children will have great fun creating this homemade gift for Father’s Day
Simply buy the t-shirt and paint set (it comes with three different colors) and your kids can add their handprints in the centre of the printed message.
Click to buy the World’s Best Dad T-Shirt from Hand-y Tees
Handprint Apron Gift
Handprint Rocket Artwork for Father’s Day!
Preschool kids will love making this cute rocket picture, featuring their own handprints as the flames! A fun Father’s Day gift from kids that will make Dad feel out of this world!
Go to Red Ted Art for more details
For cute cards featuring your kids prints, check out these handprint birthday card ideas.
Unique Father’s Day Gifts For Kids To Make
Here are some more adorable and creative Father’s Day DIY gifts kids can make for Dad to show their love and appreciation.
No. 1 Dad Stepping Stone Gift
This kids craft is a lovely Father’s Day gift idea for those who want to create a masterpiece with ease. The set includes everything you need to create a lovely stepping stone for their Number 1 Dad!
Click to buy the No. 1 Dad Stone Craft Set
Dad’s Stache Jar Gift With Free Printable
Candy-Filled Tie Gift
Fill a paper tie with Dad’s favorite sweets for a fun and tasty surprise. A sweet way to show him he’s the “tie” that holds the family together!
Candy-filled tie from wer_makers
Father’s Day Seasoning Mix Jars (Free SVG file)
Father’s Day Coupons For Kids To Gift Dad
Print these coupons out for the kids to give Dad – they’ll love treating him and he’ll get some quality time with the kids of his choosing. What a cute DIY Father’s Day gift idea from the kids!
Print the free templates at Learn Grow Aspire
DIY Shrink Plastic Keychain
You can never have too many key rings, right? So why not make one as a functional DIY Father’s Day gift from the kids; Dad is sure to love one that’s been handmade by one of his nearest and dearest.
Find the full tutorial at Crafty Art Ideas
Recycled Paper Seed Bombs
Here’s a cute Father’s Day gift idea for a green fingered Dad. Follow the link below to try this simple art project, which comes complete with a free printable label.
Check out the full tutorial at Play Learn Inspire
HEART-THEMED Fathers Day Gifts
Hearts aren’t only for Moms and Valentine’s! These adorable heart-themed crafts for kids are sure to turn Dad into a softie, so why not get your little ones to make him one this Father’s Day
For supplies and materials for these crafts check out our recommended product list.
Heart Fingerprint Poem Gift (Fee Printable)
DIY Heart String Art For Dad
“I Love You” Bookmark Gift
Yarn Squiggle Heart Art
More Crafty DIY Fathers Day Gifts From Kids
Even if all Dad wants is quality family time on Father’s Day, he’ll love receiving one of these crafty gifts – a heartfelt, homemade craft from your little one is sure to melt his heart.
Finger Paint Art: “I Love You Daddy”
Diamond Painted Stickers
If you’re looking for some fun DIY Father’s Day gifts from kids a little older that like to get crafty, why not try making some sparkly diamond stickers – all you need to get started is this set from Dot Art.
There are 38 different stickers to make – plenty enough for a cute homemade gift for all the family!
For more details on how to use them, see The Crafty Blog Stalker
Dad Rocks Paperweight Gift
Painted Clay Pots
Here’s a handmade gift for Dad’s that like to garden. He’s sure to appreciate a pretty clay pot made by the fair hands of his little people to start off his veggie seeds in.
Find out how to make these at Mommy Evolution
Marble Painted Father’s Day Card
Father’s Day Mug Gift
Dad Rocks Cactus Craft
Paint some rocks to look like cacti because, let’s be honest, Dad probably prefers plants that don’t need watering. A fun little gift to remind him he totally rocks!
Dad rocks cactus craft from thematernalhobbyist
Best Dad Medal Craft
Here’s a cute preschool craft for Father’s Day – to make a medal especially for Dad or Grandpa.
For the full tutorial go to Red Ted Art
Easy DIY Word Canvas Gift For Dad
Personalised Cushion Gift
Give Dad a comfy pillow with a personal touch—because let’s face it, he’s going to fall asleep on the couch anyway. Might as well make it cute!
Personalised cushion from mericherryla
DIY World’s Best Dad Gift
Marbled Nail Polish Mugs
Here’s another cute mug gift, this one a slightly more sophisticated design, ideal for older kids to make Dad on Father’s Day.
See the full tutorial at Strength And Sunshine
Father’s Day Tie Craft
Father’s Day Wood Burned Artwork
Burn a cute message, picture or trace your child’s hand onto wood for a permanent memento of your child’s love for their special Dad.
Learn how to do this at The Gingerbread House
Dad’s Grilling Plate
Celebrate the king of the grill by customizing a plate just for him! A fun and practical gift to remind him who’s in charge… at least when it comes to BBQ nights.
Dad’s grilling plate from mama.made.fun
COLOR-IN Fathers Day Gifts For Kids (Free Printables)
Looking for simple yet homemade Father’s Day crafts and gifts from kids that love to color? Look no further than one of these free printable color in cards and sheets.
Father’s Day Coloring Pages & Bookmarks {Free Printable}
Free Father’s Day Coloring Pages
Dad Write & Color-in Sheets (Free Printable)
Let kids get creative with their words as well as their coloring pencils. These simple coloring sheets will encourage them to say what they love and admire about Dad by completing the sentence above the picture.
This will be a fun one for little ones who are unable to write yet too, you’ll just need to write their answers for them.
Click here to download our free printable
“I have A Hero” Color-in Card (Free Printable)
A simple color-in card with a cute message! Short and simple, with a version for Grandad as well as Dad.
Click here to download our free printable
“All About My Dad/Grandpa” Gifts
There’s nothing better than an “All About My …” questionnaire. They’re always good for a giggle and are quick and easy with one of these cute free printable templates.
‘All About My Daddy’ (FREE PRINTABLE)
Personalised Tie Craft (Free Template)
Make Dad a paper tie personalised with all the reason he’s so loved and cherished! Who wouldn’t love that?
Download the free template from This Tiny Blue House
Cut, Stick & Color
Before coloring, choose Dad’s hairstyle, nose and glasses before sticking to the free template. This sweet craft and gift one is sure to bring a giggle or two to the whole family on Father’s Day.
Click here to download our free printable
All About My Dad Or Grandpa
Another “All About My Dad/Grandpa” questionnaire but on this one there’s room to draw a little picture or stick a photo too.
Click here to download our free printable
“Dad Is…” For Preschool Kids
Some simple one word answers to prompt your toddler or preschooler to describe their dad, followed by some fun coloring – an easy DIY Father’s Day gift from the kids.
Click here to download our free printable
Father’s Day Cards For Kids To Make
Homemade cards are one of the sweetest way to show someone you care, so why not get your kids to make one of these cute cards to gift to Dad this Fathers Day. Although some of these may look a tad difficult, they come with free templates.
DIY Doggy Fathers Day Card
Football Dad Card (Free Template)
Dad Superhero Card
For a super easy card for a superhero dad, try this free printable. All you need to do is print and have your child add a few words about their Dad to the speech bubbles.
Download our free printable here
DIY Father’s Day Tie Card (Free Template)
“Nailed it” Father’s Day Card
FREE Printable Father’s Day 3D Monkey Card
Nuts & Bolts Father’s Day Card for the DIY Dad
DIY Toolbox Card for Father’s Day
For more fun kids crafts…
Father’s Day activities here:
- Free “Coolest Dad” Color-In Card for Father’s Day
- Free Father’s Day Handprint Craft Templates
- 19 Adorable 1st Father’s Day Gifts & Crafts From Baby
- 41 Easy Father’s Day Crafts for Little Kids
- 35+ Adorable Handprint Father’s Day Gifts & Ideas
- “I Have A Hero…” – Dad Writing Worksheet For Father’s Day
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