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Every , dads are quick to say they already have everything they could possibly want, and that family is enough. Really, we know it's not true, though. Dads want something thoughtful that shows how much they mean to their family. If it's homemade, then all the better.
The best part about Father’s Day gifts is that they don’t even have to be extravagant. A homemade present is often priceless. And if you want the kids to be involved in the gifting process, then helping them make one might be the best route.
These are the best Father's Day crafts for parents or teachers to help kids make for their loving dads. Parents and educators will find ideas for every skill level, from projects toddlers and preschoolers can handle to more involved creations needing a tween, teen, or adult with Photoshop or a . When dads open these, they'll be so happy they didn't get another tie!
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Father's Day Apron
Kid Friendly Things to Do
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. paper makes it easy to include photos, while allows crafters to add poems, messages and handprints.
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Daddy Photo Letters
Lily Ardor
Photos, 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."
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All About Dad Activity Page
Play Party Plan
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.
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Bottlecap Keychains
Kid Friendly Things to Do
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.
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Customizable Dad Portraits
The House That Lars Built
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 from The House That Lars Built.
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Washi Tape Crafts Stick Frames
Typically Simple
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.
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Record Coasters
Craft Project Ideas
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.
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Dad Face Rocks Paperweights
Hello, Wonderful
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.
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Salt Dough Magnets
Crafts by Amanda
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.
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We Love Dad Banner
Sarah Hearts
What dad wouldn't want to see how much his family loves him proudly displayed over the mantle? This craft involves 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 to .
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Daddy Clay Dish
Michaels
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!)
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LolliPOP Prize Ribbon
Jane Merritt/The House That Lars Built
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."
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Handmade Superhero Craft Card
The Best Ideas for Kids
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.
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Rock Picture Frame
Kari Stroschein/Mommy Moment
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.
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Mustache Treat Bag
A Pumpkin and a Princess
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.")
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Baseball Card
The Soccer Mom Blog
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.
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Nuts Photo Frame
Happiness Is Homemade
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.
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Paint-Tipped Golf Tees
Design Improvised
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.
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Salt Dough Dad Frame
The Soccer Mom Blog
Here's a project multiple kids can work on together — "Dad" is the perfect word for a picture frame with two (or three!) photos.
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Paper Airplane Garland
Studio DIY
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!
Senior Parenting & Relationships Editor
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 and
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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, , in 2019. She's also the founder of a platform for creatives of color to connect, learn and showcase their work.
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