The best Father’s Day gift ideas are the ones that come from the heart. I don’t know about you, but the best gifts I’ve ever received were the ones made by my children. If you want to make dad, feel special this year, I have 25+ gift ideas for Father’s Day that your kids can make themselves.
25+ Father’s Day Gift Ideas with Kids
1. Building Memories with Dad
I love this idea because it’s fun for kids to make, and it’s a gift that will keep on giving. Have your kids use a Sharpie to write something they want to do with Dad on Lego blocks. It could be a movie night, hike, camping – whatever they want to do. Fill a mason jar with their Lego pieces and attach a cute tag to the mouth of the jar with twine. Dad can pick something out of the jar and make memories with the kids.
2. Fingerprint Dish
Here’s an adorable gift that Dad will actually use, and the kids will enjoy making. This fingerprint dish is perfect for Dad to store his spare change or keys. You’ll need air-drying clay to make this gift, some paint and paintbrushes and a rolling pin.
3. Handprint Keychains
These handprint keychains are such a thoughtful gift that Dad will appreciate every time he leaves the house. And it’s easier than you think to make this gift. You’ll need ShrinkFilm sheets, gloss paint, Mod Podge, a paintbrush, a hole punch and a few other basic supplies. Another Mommy Blogger will walk you through each step to make this keychain.
4. Superhero Father’s Day Gift
If you’re looking for simple Father’s Day gift ideas, you’ll love this one. It’s still so thoughtful, but you only need a few basic supplies. The idea is simple: dress up a candy bar like a superhero. The kids can choose whatever color they want for the superhero’s mask and cape. And on the back of the bar, add a note where the kids can say why their dad is super.
5. Handprint Work Gloves
Here’s a gift that he’ll appreciate every time he uses his work gloves. It’s a simple gift idea that’s so thoughtful and easy to make.
You’ll need a quality pair of work gloves (leather or cloth), fabric paint, paintbrush and a few other basic craft supplies. Glued To My Crafts Blog also offers a free, sweet poem that you can print and include with this gift.
6. Father’s Day Keychain Craft
This keychain craft idea is more appropriate (and fun!) for tweens or older children. It’s easy to make, and it will remind Dad that he’s loved every time he leaves the house.
Kids can add whatever message they want (try to keep it short and sweet) to make a unique gift that Dad will love. To make it, you’ll need some colorful beads, letter beads, waxed linen thread and keychain loops.
7. Handprint Grill Card
If Dad loves to grill, then this is the perfect gift for kids to make. I love how the red and orange handprints are used for the flames of the grill. Our Kid Things has a great tutorial on how to make this card. You only need a few supplies, including things you already have around the house, like scissors, colored cardstock, markers and glue sticks.
8. Dad Rocks Paperweight
If Dad works a desk job, this paperweight gift is perfect and will put a smile on his face every time he sees it. It’s super simple to make using a homemade salt dough. You’ll need salt, flour and water for the dough. To spell out “dad rocks,” you’ll need some pea gravel, or you can have the kids pick out some small rocks outside.
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9. Nuts and Bolts Father’s Day Card
Kids will love making this Father’s Day card because they can be creative. While you can help them with the design if you want, it’s best to let them go for it and make up their own design using spare nuts, bolts and other items. You can add googly eyes, paper clips, gears and other little items to make this card extra special. Make sure that you use a strong glue that’s safe for kids, or you can do the gluing after they create the design.
10. DIY Handprint Mug
If Dad is a coffee or tea drinker, he’ll adore this gift. The kids can add their handprints to a mug and write a message to make it special. The possibilities are endless.
You’ll need enamel paint, rubbing alcohol, a paintbrush, clear acrylic high gloss coating and oil-based paint markers.
11. Father’s Day Handprint Platter
I love Father’s Day gift ideas that are useful and thoughtful. That’s exactly what this handprint platter is. It’s perfect for grilling season and Dad will appreciate this gift every time he uses it this summer – and summers to come. To make it, you’ll need an oven-safe platter, acrylic paint, paint markers and brushes.
12. Pebble Rock Art
White construction paper, glue and a bit of imagination are all you need for this idea. You can make rock art that resembles your family or other cute depictions, such as dad and the child sitting on a bench.
13. Nature Cards
Nature lovers will appreciate the beauty of nature cards. Kids can make these cards quickly with glue, string, markers and some watercolors. Your child can paint or draw on trees, deer, bears – whatever wildlife they love.
Or, if you like, they can attach small rocks to the card with glue or other things, such as feathers, leaves or sticks.
14. Watercolor Card and Bookmark
Handmade cards are always the best. You can make this gift with just construction paper and some watercolor. Of course, you’ll need to have a paint palette and some brushes. Create a thoughtful card and bookmark, and gift it to Dad.
15. Handprint Baseball
Is Dad a fan of baseball? What better idea than to buy a baseball, ink pad and add your child’s handprint to the ball? It’s a fast, affordable and thoughtful gift idea that Dad will surely love receiving.
You can even put the ball on a stand.
16. Toolbox Printables
I’m fawning over these Father’s Day gift ideas because this is just too cute. You’ll use the provided printables to create adorable paper toolboxes and tools for Dad. And your kids will be able to color the printouts by hand, which is fun and will keep them occupied.
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17. DIY Beer Koozie
Does Dad love his beer? He’ll love this koozie. If he doesn’t drink beer, you can skip over this idea. You’ll start with white construction paper and let your kids draw all over it. In the example, the child made a painting of the entire family.
You’ll then use a white foam sheet and duct tape (white) to create the perfect koozie.
But you will want to measure the size of a beer bottle or find the size online to make a koozie that fits snug.
18. Canvas Paintings
Canvas paintings are a thoughtful idea for Father’s Day, and they’re very easy to make. You can have your little one paint something special on canvas, add a little glitter, stamp some letters on the canvas and then frame it with a beautiful wooden frame.
The wooden frame can be purchased, but I love that this blog shows you how to make the frame step-by-step.
19. O-Fish-Al Gift
If dad loves to fish, he’s sure to appreciate this o-fish-al gift idea. The idea is simple: print the printout (it’s provided via the Pinterest link) and then tape it on top of a foam cooler. You’ll want to fill the cooler with dad’s favorite drinks.
20. “Pop” Mason Jar
Filling mason jars with “pop” related items is such a cute idea. You can add in things, such as:
- Small cans of “pop” (soda)
- Ring pops
- Other goodies
You can stick with the pop theme here or sneak in some of the other goodies that you know dad will love.
21. Handprint Art with Poem
Father’s Day gift ideas – especially for a new father – are always so thoughtful. You can buy this gift or simply print out a poem and have your child put their handprint on it. Add a frame and it’s something dad can hang in the bedroom or put on his desk.
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22. Handprint Turtle
I would love it if someone made this turtle for me. It uses green cardboard paper, which you’ll trace your child’s hand on and cut out. You’ll want to add a sweet message to dad inside and will be adding:
- Small cutout of a turtle head with eyes and a smile
- Green pom pom craft balls
With a dab of glue and a little time, you’ll be done with this craft in no time.
23. Hero Stones
Crafting something for Dad is going to pull on his heartstrings more than buying a gift. The kids spent time making him something thoughtful, and he’s sure to love it. Hero stones are an easy craft that requires:
- Gathering some rocks
- Painting them a solid color (this kit is great)
- Adding cute phrases on them
You can find river rocks that will work great if you don’t find any naturally in your area.
24. DIY Grill Platter
Grill dads and granddads will love this DIY BBQ plate! Simply take a plain white grill platter and design it to your heart’s content. This pin’s design uses your little ones’ feet and hands as burgers and hotdogs. Make sure to use non-toxic and dishwasher-safe paint!
25. Movie Snack Gift Box
Put together a fun little snack gift box for the ultimate movie night! Gather some of his favorite treats—popcorn, candy, soda, and add a mini movie ticket the kids can decorate. For that extra personal touch, they can decorate the box with stickers, too.
26. Custom Grilling Apron
Another awesome gift for a grill dad is this apron that say “The Grill Master.” Grab a white apron and use a Cricut for the text and grill. With fabric paint, the kids can even add their little handprints to look like fire! It’s practical, personal, and he wears it like a badge of honor.
27. Dad Rocks!
This cute frame says it all! Keep your favorite photo displayed with this project. You can arrange a little scavenger hunt for your kids and have them gather as much rocks as they can. Make gluing the rocks another activity, and help them out write the “My Daddy Rocks” text. Dad will surely laugh out loud at this gift!
28. Love You to Pieces
Here’s another gift that Dad would love! Snap a photo of the kids with a cardboard saying “Love You To Pieces” and make a picture frame out of painted popsicle sticks. Decorate the frame with loose puzzle pieces. It’s a memory he will surely treasure!
