50 Easy Father's Day Crafts for Kids Who Want to Show Their Love
When they want to make something special for dad, these Father's Day craft ideas are tops.
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When Father's Day rolls around, most dads usually have one response when you ask him what he wants: nothing. Dads are quick to say they already have everything they could possibly want, and that family is enough. (Except for my husband. He says he wants Star Wars LEGO sets.) Really, we know it's not true, though. Dads want something thoughtful that shows how much he means to his family. If it's homemade, then all the better.
These are the best Father's Day crafts for kids to make for their loving dads. There are some ideas for every skill level, from the easiest projects that can be handled by toddlers and preschoolers, all the way up to more involved creations that might need a tween, teen or adult who can use Photoshop (or an online equivalent like Photopea) or a Cricut. When he opens one of these, he'll be so happy he didn't get another tie!
Father's Day Apron
For those chef dads out there, give him something that'll protect his clothes while he cooks and remind him of who he's doing it all for. Iron-on transfer paper makes it easy to include photos, while fabric paint allows crafters to add poems, messages and handprints.
Daddy Photo Letters
Photos, modge podge and cardboard letters honor Dad in a way that helps preserve his happiest memories with his kids. You can even add a quote at the bottom, like "You Mean the World to Me."
All About Dad Activity Page
Sometimes, the greatest gift a dad could get is knowing what he means to his kids. This activity page offers prompts for messages and drawings. It's a good one to save and do year after year to see how the responses change.
Bottlecap Keychains
Now, Dad can take his loved ones with him wherever he goes. Note: these can also be turned into magnets if Dad doesn't use a keychain.
Customizable Dad Portraits
For the rad dads out there, nothing will please him more than a day-glo portrait of himself. The key is neon cardstock and the Father's Day portrait template from The House That Lars Built.
Washi Tape Crafts Stick Frames
For the littlest ones celebrating some of their earliest Father's Days, this craft is incredibly simple. Little kids can pick out the washi tape and, if they're old enough, wrap it around the craft sticks. A ribbon loop at the top makes it easy to hang.
Get the tutorial at Typically Simple »
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Record Coasters
We all know that Dad has rocketed to the top of the charts, so give him a functional craft — it really works as a coaster! — to let him know. This one is extra special for dads who are really into music, especially if they're vinyl collectors.
Dad Face Rocks Paperweights
There are a million ways you can use rocks, paint and washi tape to send the message that "Dad Rocks." In this one, Dad gets a keepsake paperweight that looks just like him.
Salt Dough Magnets
This one is so cute, it almost looks store-bought! But Dad will know the care that goes into making these salt-dough magnets, especially if they're in his favorite colors.
We Love Dad Banner
What dad wouldn't want to see how much his family loves him proudly displayed over the mantle? This craft involves a banner template and wood-grain contact paper, but if Dad isn't the woodsy type, there are plenty of patterns of contact paper that might appeal to his interests, be they anything from dogs to dragons.
Daddy Clay Dish
This is a two-for-one: a craft that shows Dad how much his kids love him, and a place for him to empty his pockets when he gets home. (Clutter? Contained!)
LolliPOP Prize Ribbon
There are a few different ways kids can play on the word "pop," including soda pop and, of course, lollipop. These awards are perfect for a dad with a sweet tooth, and they let kids personalize the ribbons with their favorite attributes about their dad, since they can write something like "No. 1 Hugger."
Handmade Superhero Craft Card
For the comics dads out there, there's nothing better than being compared to a favorite super hero. This craft takes it one step further, using a kid's handprint to make it one-of-a-kind.
Rock Picture Frame
It's a card, craft and gift in one! Once it's done, maybe — just maybe — the kids will pose long enough for a family photo to put inside it.
Mustache Treat Bag
If you love Dad to pieces, give him some, well, Reese's Pieces. A big, bushy mustache tag is the cherry on top. (Other crafts have included a cheeky note that says something like, "Dad's Candy 'Stache.")
Baseball Card
Dads who love to root, root, root for the home team will get a kick out of this baseball-themed card. Slide the baseball up for an extra surprise — a picture of his loved ones.
Get the tutorial at The Soccer Mom Blog »
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Nuts Photo Frame
For the dad who loves to work with his tool box, this frame will make use of the extra bits he has on his work bench. He can keep this frame where he does his building too.
Paint-Tipped Golf Tees
Golf gifts are a classic for Father's Day for a reason — some dads just love hitting the links. He'll think about his family every time he takes a swing with these hand-painted tees, courtesy of his favorite people.
Salt Dough Dad Frame
Here's a project multiple kids can work on together — "Dad" is the perfect word for a picture frame with two (or three!) photos.
Paper Airplane Garland
Is Dad a history buff? If so, fold paper maps into mini airplanes. Stamp messages on each one, then hot glue string or twine to connect them. During the Father's Day celebration, hang his new airplane garland for everyone to see!
Marisa (she/her) has covered all things parenting, from the postpartum period through the empty nest, for Good Housekeeping since 2018; previously, she wrote about parents and families at Parents and Working Mother. She lives with her toy-collecting husband and daughter in Brooklyn, where she can be found helping out her team at bar trivia or posting about movies on Twitter and Bluesky.
Mariah Thomas (she/her) is an assistant editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home and lifestyle content. Mariah has more than four years of editorial experience, having written for TLC, Apartment Therapy, Women's Health and Avocado Magazine. She received her master's degree in journalism at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism and published her first book, Heart and Soul: Poems of Thoughts and Emotions, in 2019. She's also the founder of RTF Community, a platform for creatives of color to connect, learn and showcase their work.
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