Want to put a smile on Dad’s face this Father’s Day? Make one of these super cute Father’s Day handprint ideas with your child’s handprint.
Not only are they adorable, but they make wonderful keepsakes to add to your memory box or scrapbook for the father and his children to look back on in years to come. Plus, handprint crafts are easy and fun for preschoolers to make.
Why Homemade Handprint Crafts Make the Best Keepsakes
There’s something truly magical about a tiny handprint pressed into paint or clay. Long after little fingers have grown, these small marks capture a moment in time — a sweet reminder of childhood days filled with giggles, learning, and love.
Homemade handprint crafts aren’t just fun projects; they’re meaningful keepsakes that parents treasure for years. Each smudge, fingerprint, and brushstroke tells a story: how carefully your child traced their fingers, how proud they were to show off their creation, and how much love they poured into making something just for Dad.
These crafts go beyond store-bought gift ideas because they embody your child’s creativity and personality. Whether a simple painted handprint or a detailed card, these handmade treasures spark memories every time Dad sees them, making Father’s Day feel even more special.
So gather the paint, pull out the paper, and let your little one’s hands create something unforgettable this year!
Father’s Day Handprint Craft Ideas
Get ready to dive into a collection of charming and creative Father’s Day crafts! Each handprint project offers a special way for little hands to express big love. From colorful paintings to clever keepsakes, these activities are designed to be fun, simple, and full of heart, making them the perfect choice for preschoolers who want to surprise Dad with something memorable.
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Handprint Baseball Card Craft
Any baseball-loving Dad will love this handprint glove and baseball craft. Open up the baseball to write a cute note or to let your child add a photo. It's so easy to assemble with the baseball template and a sweet little handprint.
How fun is this mustachioed Dad craft? Trace your child's handprint, add paint for the skin color and hair, and complete with googly eyes, a bowtie, and a mustache. Say Happy Father's Day with a handprint craft resembling Dad.
Handprint Baseball Father’s Day Gift with Free Printable Poem
It doesn't get much simpler than this handprint Father's Day baseball gift, which includes the sweetest little poem about playing catch. It's perfect for the father who plays sports with his kids.
Flames made from the kids' handprints adorn this fun grill card for Dad. It's the perfect Father's Day craft idea for the guy who thinks he's the king of the grill!
Imagine Dad's smiling face when he's presented with this handprint craft that looks JUST like him! It's easy to adapt it to a Dad who works in any kind of job, though. He doesn't have to be a suit-and-tie kind of guy. You can turn the bottom handprint into a firefighter uniform, police uniform, mechanic uniform, etc. So many possibilities!
Golf enthusiasts will be delighted with this card featuring a golf tee, golf ball, and handprint grass. You can switch out the wording and give this card to any guy who loves golf for his birthday or as a congratulations card. Make one for Grandpa!
Give him a forever high five. This fun pop-up card opens to a 3D high five featuring the kids' handprints. What a sweet way to remember how small those little hands were.
Is your child “hooked on Daddy?” This is the cutest Father's Day card for a guy who loves to fish. A simple orange handprint with a mouth and googly eyes makes up the fish that rests on a blue background. Add a piece of twine and some cotton ball bubbles to complete the cute fish-themed card.
Make a beautiful piece of Father's Day keepsake using this idea from Fun Handprint Art. It includes a short and sweet poem to put on top to make this craft extra special. Both father and child contribute a handprint to this craft to make a memory that lasts a lifetime.
These friendly yellow guys are a fun way to tell Dad he's “one in a Minion” on his special day. The base of this card is a yellow handprint with added details to make it look like a Minion. The eyepiece and the blue overalls are just adorable!
Kids can make this “turtley awesome” card from Red Ted Art for Father's Day, his birthday, and many other fun occasions. The craft is made to look like a turtle with the green construction paper handprint, the addition of a head, and pom poms in various shades of green to make up the shell.
Vroom vroom! Kids of all ages will enjoy making these handprint car cards for Dad. Let children choose the color based on their dad's car, adding a fun message inside to make Dad smile.
Fun Handprint Art has another fantastic (or fin-tastic) handprint art idea for Dad. This time, the child's handprint is dipped in paint and stamped on a blue background with seaweed and tiny bubbles. Isn't it bright and fun?
Dad is a superhero in our eyes, and it's time to tell him so! Make his favorite character from your choice of Batman, Spider-Man, or a Ninja Turtle! Follow along with the video to learn how to make them quickly.
You are my sunshine, my only sunshine. You make me happy when the skies are gray! For any Dad who's ever sung this song to his young children, it's the perfect sentimental Father's Day card and will make a heartfelt keepsake to look back on years later.
Tuck a tiny handprint into this tissue paper suncatcher art! It's a colorful and fun project for preschoolers, and once it's complete, they'll love decorating the popsicle stick frame with stickers.
Dino-mite Dads will smile when they get a cool handprint dinosaur Father's Day card. It's a great way for two siblings to make handprint gifts together since there are spots for two colorful dinosaurs on the printable template. All you need for this handprint art idea is orange and green paint and googly eyes.
Tell Dad that he's out of this world amazing with a cute space-themed card featuring handprint flames shooting out of a rocket! Thanks to the printable template, it's quick and easy to make.
A gorgeous handprint bowl is perfect for Father's Day or Mother's Day. For Dad, it can hold cufflinks, keys, or spare change. These bowls make affordable handmade gifts since they're made with salt dough. Older kids will love tackling this project.
This sweet card from Crafty Morning reads, “It takes a big heart to hold a little hand.” How true! For all the dads with big hearts, this card is sure to bring a tear to their eyes.
Give him a gorgeous handprint frame with a picture of his child inside like this one from Country Chic Cottage! It'll make a beautiful decorative piece for the home or his office.
Dads who love puns and dad jokes will get a kick out of this “one in a melon” card! Make a handprint with fingers together and dress it up with googly eyes, seeds, and a rind to make it look like a watermelon.
Father’s Day is the perfect time to slow down and let your little ones create something truly meaningful for Dad. These adorable handprint crafts aren’t just fun art projects — they’re heartfelt keepsakes that capture the love and laughter of childhood.
No matter which fun craft you choose, your preschooler will be so proud to make a gift with their own two hands, and Dad is sure to treasure it for years to come. So gather your supplies, let those tiny hands get messy, and make this Father’s Day one to remember!
Have you tried one of these crafts? I’d love to see what you and your little ones create! Share your photos in the comments or tag us on social media — we can’t wait to celebrate all the love you’re making this Father’s Day.
Tara is the brains behind Homeschool Preschool, where her journey from preschool and public school teacher to homeschooling mom of three fuels her passion for early childhood education. With a blend of expertise and firsthand experience, Tara’s writings offer practical tips and engaging resources to support families in creating meaningful learning adventures at home.
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