Store-bought gifts are always a nice idea, but sometimes the best kind of gifts aren't ones you can buy. If your kids love crafting, then help them unleash their creativity by making a DIY Father's Day gift this year. While your kids may not be old enough to cook an elaborate Father's Day brunch, there are plenty of easy Father's Day craft ideas that even the little ones can manage (with maybe just a bit of help from an adult or their older sibling). Your children will feel extra-proud to show their dad, stepdad, father-in-law, uncle, grandfather, or beloved father figure a homemade work of art on June 19 this year.
There are tons of affordable Father's Day gifts on the market that look anything but cheap, but homemade crafts have the benefit of being both affordable and adorable. From handcrafted picture frames to handprint art, these cute crafts are sure to put a smile on Dad's face, whether it's his first Father's Day or his tenth. It doesn't matter if your kids are looking to give Dad a funny Father's Day present or a sentimental one, you'll be amazed to see what you and your little ones can create with a few craft supplies. Here are 30 homemade Father's Day craft ideas that the whole family (except Dad, of course) can get in on.
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Wood Slice Handprint Art
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A dad doesn't need to be a fisherman to appreciate this punny work of handprint art.
Give Dad the gift of his favorite treat! To make, tie a rubber band around the center of a candy bag to shape it into a bow tie, then tape a drawing of a bow tie to the front.
If your dad likes to play ball, gift him this DIY mason jar filed with baseball goodies like salted peanuts, Cracker Jacks, and candy the color of his favorite team.
Mom will definitely have to help the kids with this craft as a drill is required to put together the DIY clock. But the young ones can have fun selecting which photo to place on the wooden plaque and spreading Mod Podge on the image for a professional finish.
If 2022 is Dad's first Father's Day, then these embellished photographs of him and the newborn are a sentimental gift that may just bring him to tears.
If Dad enjoys flipping burgers and veggies on the grill during the summer months, then he will appreciate this personalized apron that will protect his clothes against stains. Some sewing knowledge is needed for this craft, so it's probably better suited for a gift from an older child who knows their way around the machine.
Lauren MatthewsGroup Digital Content DirectorLauren (she/her) is the digital content director of the Hearst Lifestyle Group, where she oversees online content and strategy for Good Housekeeping, Woman's Day and other Hearst titles, including SEO, video, social media and e-commerce efforts.
Elizabeth BerryEditorial AssistantElizabeth Berry (she/her) is the digital editorial assistant for Woman’s Day, where she covers seasonal recipes, holiday gift ideas, and other lifestyle topics for the website.
