Father's Day Crafts

There are few things more precious than receiving a homemade gift from your little one. Here are some creative craft ideas specially designed as presents for Dad.


Stepping Stone

If Dad enjoys spending time outside in the warm weather, a unique handmade gift is a stepping stone. There are a couple of ways to approach this craft project. One is buying a complete stepping stone kit, and the other is buying the individual pieces separately. Both methods require cement and a mold. The mold can be a special stepping stone mold, or an ice-cream bucket also works well. Begin with mixing the cement according to the package directions and pour it into the mold. For a mosaic-type of design, gather pieces of tiles, marbles, leaves, and other items that can be placed into wet cement. Now wait a few minutes, and then place the items into the cement. The items should not sink; if they do, wait a few more minutes for the cement to further solidify and try placing them in again. The other design option is painting a design on the cement after it has completely dried. Spraying the completed and fully dried stepping stone with a sealant will help protect it from the elements. Regardless of what method you use, it is also a good idea for the kids to plan out their designs beforehand.

Barbeque Apron

A hand-painted barbeque apron is a special father’s day gift that requires only a few supplies. You will need to purchase plain white aprons, fabric paint, and paintbrushes from an arts and crafts supply store. Your child can use their imagination to paint a design on the fabric, or you can purchase stencils to help create a design. You can also create a pattern with paint using sponges. This craft idea is not limited to an apron – there are many different white fabric options that can be painted on, including hats, t-shirts, and bags.

Personalized Tools

Any tool that has a wooden handle, like hammers, BBQ tools, and gardening tools, can be given a custom design with paint. The first step is to use sandpaper to remove any coating on the wood and rough up the wood so paint will be better absorbed. Using acrylics, paint the entire wooden area a neutral base color like white or beige. This will help the other colors show up better. Your child can then paint a design on top of the dried base with more acrylic paints. If desired, parts of the design can be outlined with a permanent marker. Finally, use a glaze or sealant to protect the design.