Father's Day Crafts: 10 Homemade Gifts You Can Make With Your Child

Who doesn't love a crafty afternoon?
|

Nothing says ‘Happy Father’s Day’ more than a homemade gift from kids, no matter what the creation ends up looking like.

Help your kids rustle up a personalised present by getting crafty before the big day.

We’ve scoured Instagram to find out what parents have been making with their kids previously to give you a bit of inspiration. 

1. Gold medal dad

Easy to pull together with colouring crayons and coloured paper. Make the gold paper into a flap where your child can write underneath why their dad deserves the medal.

2. Homemade tie

As the majority of cards and Father's Day presents seem to involve ties, the crafts do, too. 

Cut out a tie shape and give your child the pens and paint to decorate it how they like.

3. Paper tool kits

Cut out paper stationery for your child and get them to write notes to their dad on each separate piece, then stick it all in a paper tool kit. 

4. Pieces jar

Whatever sweets your dad would prefer, chuck it all in a mason jar with the note “We love you to pieces” on the side. 

5. 'Dad' glasses

Who said Father's Day gifts couldn't be silly things that they'll never use again? These 'Dad' glasses will be perfect for photo opportunities for the day (and will no doubt embarrass him). 

6. Thumb print

Create a piece of artwork using thumb or finger painting as a tree, then slot it in a frame with a Father's Day message. Easy. 

7. Dad's apron

Grab any old apron, or buy a cheap one from the shops, and give him the chance to have his own personalised pinny.

The kids can write their own messages and draw pictures that best represent their dad. 

8. Dad rocks

Let your kids tell their dad they rock... with rocks. Use paint and permanent markers to decorate them - they could be handy paperweights one day.

9. Paper chain

Requiring only coloured paper and a pair of scissors, this extendable paper chain with one hand at either end is an easy win.

10. Lolly stick pen holder

One for their dad’s office? Stick a long line of lolly sticks onto a horizontal piece of card, then roll around to make a pot. Then, they can decorate as they see fit.

19 Hacks To Make Kids' Craft Time Less Messy
Scrap Paper(01 of19)
Open Image Modal
Organize materials in different plastic bins and label them. Be sure to have a bin for scrap paper to keep those little bits of paper that can come in handy.Also, only put lids on materials for older kids. Keep everything else easily accessible for little hands.Get the instructions here: My Small Potatoes (credit:My Small Potatoes)
Carboard Easel(02 of19)
Open Image Modal
Who needs an expensive easel when you can make your own with cardboard?Get the instructions here: Art Bar Blog (credit:Art Bar Blog)
Chalkboard Labels(03 of19)
Open Image Modal
Kids quickly change interests... and that also applies to craft supplies. Using chalkboard labels allows you to easily change the contents.Get the idea here: Eclectically Vintage (credit:Eclectically Vintage)
Mess-Free Sidewalk Chalk(04 of19)
Open Image Modal
No more chalk-covered hands with this DIY recipe.Get the instructions here: De tout et de rien Caroline (credit:De tout et de rien Caroline)
Glitter Hack(05 of19)
Open Image Modal
Glitter is notoriously impossible to clean up, but not anymore with this simple hack!Watch the video here: AOL On (credit:AOL On)
Ikea LATT Table(06 of19)
Open Image Modal
Ikea's inexpensive LATT table and chair set is perfect for hacking. With a few additions, your kids will have a great art centre.Get the instructions here: Style Our SensesAnother LATT hack is here: Freckle's Chick (credit:Style Our Senses)
PVC Tape Dispenser(07 of19)
Open Image Modal
Older kids love to craft with washi and Duct tape, but finding a way to contain all the rolls is nearly impossible. Until now. This DIY dispenser using PVC pipe is brilliant!Get the instructions here: Left Brain Craft Brain (credit:Left Brain Craft Brain)
Craft Turntable(08 of19)
Open Image Modal
This genius craft holder keeps everything your kids need within reach.Get the instructions here: Mom On Time Out (credit:Mom On Time Out)
Ikea Dignitet Curtain Wire(09 of19)
Open Image Modal
This inexpensive curtain wire is the perfect solution for displaying kids' artwork.Get the instructions here: I Meesh U (credit:I Meesh U)
Press N Seal(10 of19)
Open Image Modal
Use Press N Seal to cover your kids' work surface... and your kid... while working on messy crafts.Get the instructions here: Unoriginal Mom (credit:Unoriginal Mom)
Art Cart(11 of19)
Open Image Modal
How great is this mobile Ikea Raskog cart? Perfect for holding your kids' art supplies.Source: Making Lemonade (credit:Making Lemonade)
DIY Art Wall(12 of19)
Open Image Modal
What to do with all your kids' artwork? Hang it up in their play space with string and clothespins. This is an easy way to put up new pieces (and secretly stash away or recycle old ones.)Get the instructions here: Danielle Oakey Interiors (credit:Danielle Oakey Interiors)
Marker Caddy(13 of19)
Open Image Modal
This shoe box/paper roll combo makes for a perfect DIY marker caddy.Get the instructions here: Aunt Peaches (credit:Aunt Peaches)
Milk Carton Pencil Holder(14 of19)
Open Image Modal
Another caddy idea are milk or juice jugs!Source: Tracy Ville (credit:Tracy Ville)
DIY Kid's Paint(15 of19)
Open Image Modal
Paint is really easy to make. And if you store it in Dollar Store condiment containers, you reduce all the mess!Get the instructions here: Happy Money Saver (credit:Happy Money Saver)
Shoe Organizer(16 of19)
Open Image Modal
Use a hanging shoe organizer to store craft supplies.Source: My Love For Words (credit:My Love For Words)
Ribbon Organizer(17 of19)
Open Image Modal
A Dollar Store basket and two sticks serve as a perfect way to organize ribbon, string, gimp, etc.Get the instructions here: Spunky Junky (credit:Spunky Junky)
LACK Table Hack(18 of19)
Open Image Modal
Turn an Ikea LACK coffee table into the perfect crafting table for kids!Get the instructions here: Miss Lady Fingers (credit:Miss Lady Fingers)
Washi Tape Dispenser(19 of19)
Open Image Modal
A wax paper box makes for a perfect washi tape dispenser.Get the instructions here: Carolyn's Homework (credit:Carolyn's Homework)

Before You Go