If you’re looking for a gift for Dad that’ll bring out his soft side and maybe earn a permanent spot on the mantlepiece, you’re in the right place! These handprint Father’s Day gift ideas are sweet, silly, and totally perfect for little hands to make.
Whether it’s their first Father’s Day with Dad or they’re already pros at painty masterpieces, these crafts are packed with love—and hopefully not too much mess…
From high-five-worthy art to keepsakes he’ll never forget, these Father’s Day gift ideas from kids are the kind of thing that says “You’re the best, Dad!” without needing batteries or gift wrap.
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Unique Hand Print Father’s Day Gifts
For an adorable one-of-a-kind craft personlised with your little one’s mitts, try these hand print Father’s Day gifts. What a lovely gift idea for Dad from the kids.
Handprint Apron Gift
Father’s Day Wood Burned Artwork
Burn a cute message and a trace of your child’s hand onto wood for a permanent memento of your child’s love on Dad’s day. This cute hand print Father’s Day gift from the kids will surely make the mantelpiece!
Learn how to do this at The Gingerbread House
Salt Dough Handprint Frame
Here’s a double whammy of personalisation, using your child’s hand print and their photo! A fun salt dough craft that’ll be as fun to make as it will be to give. This lovely homemade Father’s Day gift idea is sure to be a keeper.
Visit Messy Little Monster for details
Handprint Photo & Note Holder
Use your child’s handprint, cut out of card, and some clothespins to make a cute photo or note holder. Clip some cute photos of the kids and you have a cute homemade gift for Father’s Day from the kids.
For the full tutorial see B4 And Afters
Handprint Flower Pot for Toddlers to make
If dad loves gardening why not try decorating a clay plant pot with your kids hand prints. They can then add some pretty doodley patterns to complete their masterpiece.
This handmade Father’s Day gift s sure to brighten up a corner of the garden and put a smile on Dad’s face.
Jump over to Where the Smiles Have Been for instructions.
Heart Handprint Canvas
Heart crafts shouldn’t only be reserved for moms! This handprint canvas will make a lovely gift for Dad this Father’s Day that is sure to be treasured for a lifetime. It’s easy to make and would be perfect for siblings to create together.
(Mom would also appreciate this on Valentine’s or Mother’s Day. Hint, hint, any family reading out there!)
Jump over to Burlap and Blue for instructions
Handprint Coaster Gift
A cute and easy hand print Father’s Day handprint gift, these coasters would look very smart to protect Dad’s fancy work desk!
Handprint coasters from dwellinginhappiness
Salt Dough Handprint Bowl
We love a salt dough craft and here’s one that’ll help Dad keep all those bits and bobs he finds in his pockets. Or he can use it for his keys….
A lovely Father’s Day gift idea that’s cute and practical too.
Jump over to Messy Little Monster for details
“LOVE” Kids Handprint Coat Rack
I’d love to have this adorable coat rack up in our hallway! A combination of handprint and footprint art spells “LOVE” – what a lovely Father’s Day gift that will get used day after day….
Jump over to The Soccer Mom Blog for more
Family Handprint Kit
This hand print gift idea is really special because you can include Mom – or let Dad in on it and include him too…
There are four transparent sheets that each family member can print their hands on. (I think you’d be hard pressed to get Dad’s handprint without telling him what it’s for but it may be worth a try!)
Buy the Family Handprint Kit Here
Dad’s Grilling Plate
Another cute handprint Father’s Day gift idea for the Dad that loves to cook on the grill. This one might become too precious to use though – Dad may not want to risk breaking it (or maybe he will, depending on the finished product!)
Dad’s grilling plate from mama.made.fun
Handprint Father’s Day Crafts & Cards With Free Templates
Want to make things extra easy? These handprint crafts with free printables are the way to go. Simply add paint, little hands, and a dusting of love. They’re the perfect grab-and-go gift kids can personalize for Dad in no time!
Papa Bear Handprint Father’s Day Craft
With a free template and step-by-step instructions, this Papa Bear handprint card is not only cute but easy too. Perfect for Dad or Grandpa how “beary” special he is.
Jump to A Little Pinch of Perfect for the free template
Superhero Dad Handprint Card
To a child, Dad is nothing short of a superhero—and here’s a cute way to show him! This adorable printable template lets your little one become part of the design—just add their tiny handprint as the cape, and you’ve got a frame-worthy keepsake.
.Head over to In the Playroom for the free template.
“I Love You to the Moon and Back” Footprint Template
Kids will have a blast painting their feet to create this sweet Father’s Day gift for Dad. With this special message, Dad’s heart will surely blast into space!
Download our free printable here
Turtle Handprint Card
Turn your child’s hand into the cutest sea creature with this turtle handprint card for Father’s Day. It’s a perfect pick if Dad’s a fan of ocean life and, bonus, adding cotton balls to the turtle makes for a fun little sensory activity for the kids, too.
Jump over to Red Ted Art for the free template
Handprint Poem for Mother’s Day
Turn tiny hands into a big surprise for Dad with this charming handprint painting and poem! Whether it’s made in the classroom or at home, this sweet and simple craft packs in a whole lotta of love—and just might become Dad’s new favorite wall art.
Sentimental? Yes. Tear-worthy? Absolutely.
Visit Messy Little Monster for the free template
Handprint Rocket Craft for Father’s Day
Another space-themed craft, this time your child’s handprints become the flames that are blasting the rocket across dark skies. Another simple and fun handprint gift idea that will make Dad feel out of this world!
Go to Red Ted Art for the free template
For more cute rocket-themed crafts, check out these fun and easy transportation crafts for kids.
‘You Rock Dad’ Handprint Craft
Let Dad know how much he rocks with this fun handprint craft idea. Perfect for Dads who love a bit of rock and roll!
‘You Rock Dad’ handprint card craft from artsymomma_amanda.
Father’s Day Framed Footprint Gift (Free Template)
Papa Bear Free Handprint Craft Template
Download this cute template and make a frame worthy piece of artwork and cute DIY hand print Farther’s Day gift.
Download our free printable here
Dad/Daddy Handprint Poem
This simple ready to print poem for dad is sure to make Father’s day super special. Frame it as pictured and you have a simple hand print gift that’ll be forever cherished.
Visit Little Halo J for the free printable
Handprint Printable For Dad or Grandpa
Here’s another handprint poem printable to gift on Father’s Day. There are a few options to choose from, for both Dad and Grandpa, 1 per sibling perhaps?
Visit Simply Full of Delight for the free printables
World’s Best Dad Award Handprint Template
Here’s a hand(print)y way to show Dad just how great he is!
Download our free printable here
Fun Handprint Crafts & Cards for Father’s Day
Why choose between a craft and a card when you can have both? These handprint creations can double as heartfelt keepsakes and Father’s Day greetings—messy hands, happy hearts, and all.
Handprint Lion Card
Kids can tell how totally “Roar-some” he is with this cute handprint lion card idea. Perfect for any of the special people in your kids life, for any occasion and a pretty cute gift for Father’s Day.
Handprint lion card from ourtripswithtwo.
Dad & Baby Elephant Craft
Is Dad a fan of these gentle African giants, then this craft will make a lovely hand print gift idea for Father’s Day. I love the elephants tails, with the heart-shaped twirl.
Visit Seaside Sundays for details.
Designa Dad (With Handprint Hair & Legs)
If Dad loves a mohawk this handprint craft idea is a must! Kids can “dress” dad in the colors of their choice and draw on their facial features too. They’ll have so much fun making this handprint gift card for daddy!
Handprint birthday card for dad from messylittlemonster
Handprint Spray Bottle Art
Here’s a cute space-themed craft and a new and unique way to make a prints from your child’s hands. A fun gift idea to tell Dad how divine he is on Father’s Day!
Head over to The Soccer Mom Blog for instructions.
Monkey Handprint Craft
I just love this monkey handprint idea – isn’t it adorable? It’ll be fun to make with young kids. They’ll be so excited to give this to Dad and anyone else they love to ‘hang out’ with…
Monkey handprint birthday card from crafty_morning.
Sunflower Handprint Craft
Dad’s have such an important role in helping their kids to grow and flourish so this bright hand print sunflower card seems very fitting.
Handprint Sunflower art from play_discover_and_learn.
Kids Handprint Craft Sets To Buy
Short on time but still want something meaningful? These handprint kits make it easy to create a keepsake without the DIY stress. With everything ready to go in one box, all you need is those little hands!
Hand-y Tees World’s Best Dad T-Shirt
Why not give Dad a DIY T-shirt personalised with their kids handprints this Father’s Day. Kids will love creating this homemade gift and Dad is sure to wear it with pride (and hopefully without embarrassment!)
Simply buy the t-shirt and paint set and you need to do is get your kids to add their handprints in the centre of the message.
Click to buy the World’s Best Dad T-Shirt from Hand-y Tees
Handprint Stone Gift
Little ones will enjoy creating a print of their hand in the clay, then painting and decorating the dried stepping stone for their father. What a lovely homemade handprint gift from the kids!
Click to buy the Handprint Stone Craft Set
Hand & Footprint Casting Kit with frame
Here’s a cute handprint gift set for tiny tots. This set comes with baby-safe clay to cast your baby’s hand and footprints in, plus a stamp to print their name and birth year. Then add two photos and you have a gorgeous handprint gift for dad on Father’s Day.
Buy the Baby Hand and Footprint Kit here
Baby Keepsake Hand Casting Kit
Rather than a handprint, this kit gives you all the tools and instructions to make a 3d cast of your baby’s hand or foot. The kit is suitable for newborns up so you’ll be able to capture every detail of those gorgeous little hands and feet, and create a precious keepsake. What a lovely DIY gift idea for Dad from his tiny mini-me.
Try the Luna Bean Foot & Hand Casting Kit
Fingerprint Father’s Day Gifts
Tiny fingers and thumbs can make a big impression! These fingerprint and thumbprint crafts are simple, sweet, and perfect for creating one-of-a-kind Father’s Day gifts that Dad will treasure, smudges and all!
Thumbprint Heart “I Love You” Bookmark
If Dad loves to read, this heart bookmark, with your kids’ thumbprints made into hearts, will make a lovely gift for Fathers Day.
Jump to the tutorial from In The Playroom
Daddy & Me Fingerprint Coffee Cup
Fingerprint Heart Poem (Free Printable)
Fun & easy Father’s Day crafts and activities here:
- 41 Easy Father’s Day Crafts for Little Kids
- 19 Adorable 1st Father’s Day Gifts & Crafts From Baby
- 50+ Easy DIY Father’s Day Gifts For Kids To Make Dad
- “I Have A Hero…” – Dad Writing Worksheet For Father’s Day
- Free “All About My Dad/Grandpa” Printables
- FREE Printable “Cut, Stick & Color Dad/Grandpa” Activity
- 10 Free “All About Dad” Write & Color Printables
- 2 Free Printable Superhero Cards for Dad For Birthday or Father’s Day
- “I Have a Hero” Cards for Dad & Grandpa {Free Printable}
- “Dad Is…” {All About My Dad Free Printable Color-in Card}
- Free “Coolest Dad” Color-In Card for Father’s Day
Looking for more creative fun? Try these ideas!
