Wondering what to make for Dad this Father’s day? Worry no more. We came up with some cool and easy DIY homemade father’s day gifts for you and the kids to make. Here are some of the most thoughtful and creative homemade gifts for Dad, Grandpa, Father-In-Law to make this Father’s Day.
When Is Fathers Day?
Father’s Day is the celebration of fathers and fatherhood. This special day occurs on the third Sunday of June and is celebrated in several different countries all over the world. It is celebrated in honor of fathers, grandpas, and father figures. They work hard to provide for the family, so it’s time to show them some love by making these easy homemade father’s day gifts.
Homemade Father’s Day Gifts
Dads come in all shapes and sizes. So what do you get them for the holiday season? Dads can be tough to buy for, especially when the man in your life seems to have everything. We share some creative and easy DIY father’s day gifts that Dad is sure to appreciate.
1. This Much Card Tutorial ~ I love how simple and elegant this homemade father’s day card is. Simply trace your child’s hands, attach together and use letter rub-ons for the message. Now that’s literally a “handmade” gift!
2. Happy Father’s Day Handprint Plaque ~ Here’s another “handmade” art project. This isn’t a tutorial on how to make, but I just loved how well put together this handprint gift if and couldn’t resist showing it to you. Such an easy DIY father’s day gift to make!
3. Family Handprint Gift ~ Using the framed family handprint tutorial, here is another version of a handprint keepsake gift from the kids. More simple handmade father’s day card ideas are coming!
4. Lucky As Can Be Handprints ~ Still rooting for more handmade gift ideas? This is a brief tutorial on how to make this adorable handprint plaque for Father’s Day. Dad and grandpa will surely appreciate you making this simple DIY father’s day gifts!
5. Why We Love Our Dad Printable ~ Use paint chip samples and then create your own little book of a few samples of why you love your dad! This is the ultimate simple daughter gift to her dad!
6. Mustache Mug Tutorial ~ A fun, easy and silly gift to give the cute men in our lives this Father’s Day.
7. DIY Soda Can Coasters for Dad ~ Make Dad his own set of coasters in his favorite soda! These are perfect to use in his Man Cave or office.
8. Daddy’s Car Wash Kit ~ Decorate a bucket at Target and printed out a “Daddy’s Car Wash Kit” and fill it with all of his favorite car washing products. Can be a sweet gift from a daughter or a son.
9. Jumbo Tape Dispenser Tutorial ~ I think this is hysterical and couldn’t help but show it to you. This is a quick tutorial on how to make a jumbo tape dispenser for Dad.
10. Daddy’s love TIES us together Tie Rack Tutorial ~ This homemade tie rack is not only cool and functional but it has such a lovely message.
11. DIY Accordion Photo Album In Pocket Watch ~ If you’re looking for a more traditional gift for Dad or Grandpa, here’s a great pocket watch photo album tutorial. A daughter can gift this DIY father’s day gift on any occasion too.
12. Vintage inspired gun sleeve mini tutorial ~ A mini tutorial for those of you who have hunting type men in your lives complete with a pdf printable file.
13. How To Make A Luggage Handle Cover ~ A thoughtful gift for a guy that travels a lot. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to make a luggage handle cover to help him quickly recognize his suitcase at the airport.
14. Monogrammed Cuff Link Tutorial ~ Turn a pair of thrift store cuff links into a personalized, monogram set for Dad this fathers day. Making these are also a great mom and daughter bonding experience!
15. How To Make An Adjustable Unisex Apron ~ It’s big enough to be worn by a 6 foot tall guy but can easily be folded up to fit a 5 foot 4 gal as well.
16. Golf Course Pen Holder Tutorial ~ This golf pen craft can be made for your favorite golfer, following these free project instructions.
17. How to make Father’s Day Trophies ~ This is such a fun kid craft and Father’s Day activity for the entire family or church group.
18. Father’s Day Manly Gift Basket {free printable} ~ If your man doesn’t have a sweet tooth, then this is the gift basket for you. It’s filled with Beef Jerky, Peanuts, Pistachios, Word Searches, Money, Gum and Mints and money bows. {love!}
Easy and Sweet Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Father’s Day is just around the corner! Give Dad and Grandpa the gift of sweetness this Father’s Day with these easy-to-make treats. Check out these easy and yummy gifts perfect for both dad and grandpa… but watch their sugar intake too!
19. Couch Potato Gift Basket {free printable} ~ Sometimes the man in your life just needs a break, so give them a gift of a day of nothing. Nothing but being a couch potato, a relaxing gift.
20. Worlds Best Pop Gift ~ An adorable collection of “Pop” items! Soda Pop (IBC Rootbeer), Popcorn, Pop-tarts, and a Blow Pop lollipop.
21. Father’s Day Soda Bottle Covers {free printable} ~ All you need is to grab a six pack of his favorite beverage and add some of these fun little “cover-ups” to personalize them.
22. These Retro soda bottles were created out of an old 6 pack of IBC soda bottles. Take Dad back to a time when “Father Knew Best”. Then Fill each jar with his favorite goodies.
23. Candy Filled Tie Pot Tutorial ~ A fun activity for kids that turns a pot into a candy filled tie treat for Dad.
24. Sweet Father’s Day Bouquet Tutorial ~ A fun and easy gift to make for that sweet-lovin’ Dad in your life.
25. Father’s Day Candy Gram Poster ~ I just love the thoughtful sentiment of the candy gram message for Dad in this fun jumbo card. You know what, you can make this as one of the birthday crafts for dad too, not just on Father’s day.
26. Father’s day Candy Jar ~ A great way to dress up any container to fill with Dad’s favorite treats for Father’s day. It’s one of the cutest birthday crafts for dad too!
27. Tin Can Treats for Father’s Day ~ These treats also come with several great recipes for goodies to pack inside that you Dad will love.
Crafty Happy Father’s Day Card Ideas
Dad is the glue that holds our family together. He’s affectionate, generous, strong-willed–and very easy to shop for. Here are some great Father’s Day card ideas fit for even the most quiet dad. And hey, you can make these as birthday crafts for dad too.
28. Father’s Day Questionnaire ~ Here’s a crafty homemade father’s day gift that is framed the printable in an ikea ribba frame and topped it with a homemade bunting made from scrap paper and some baker’s twine.
29. Father’s Day Tie Card ~ To make the hanger use 18-gauge wire and using a pair of jewelry-making pliers, shape the wire into a cutesy little hanger. So crafty and simple.
30. Bow Tie Happy Father Day Card ~ Looking for a simple but creative gift? An elegant chipboard bow tie card perfect for Grandpa or any tie-lovin’ man.
31. Daddy & Grandpa Cut Out Watercolor Card Template ~ Print out the template for either Daddy or Grandpa, cut, and have your child color to their hearts desire. I just love how this card is also a work of art. You can make this as one of those birthday crafts for dad!
Photography Gifts for Dad and Grandpa
If you are looking for a creative gift idea for your dad, grandpa, husband or just a family member who is a photographer, then check out these great photography-themed gifts here.
32. We Heart Daddy Shadow Picture ~ I searched and searched for the original link to this amazing photographer but with no luck. However, I just couldn’t resist showing you what a unique Father’s Day photography gift this would make.
More Creative Father’s Day Gift Ideas from Tip Junkie:
- Check out these Homemade Party Ideas Guide for Men for some cool men’s party ideas.
- Here’s some fun Father’s Day gift ideas you will surely love.
- You’ll never run out of ideas and fun activities for Father’s day with these activities, gifts, and crafts!
- Gift dad something from the heart with these easy DIY and homemade Father’s day gifts.
- Some printable and crafty father’s day gift tags are here!
- Looking for printable Father’s day Card, gift tags, and other ideas? Check out this list!
- Is dad a hiding an inner Jedi? Expose his inner Jedi by making these fun Star Wars crafts as a gift for Father’s day!
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 | Which easy DIY father’s day gift are you making for dad? Share it in the comments below! ~ Laurie {a.k.a. the Tip Junkie} |
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Thanks so much! Great ideas!
These are really great idea’s!!!
So many great ideas! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for sharing all these cute Father’s Day craft ideas 🙂
We’ve been searching the web for some time now and you have the best ideas by far. Thank you!!