20+ DIY Father’s Day Gifts From The Kids

This classic Father’s Day craft is a favorite for a reason! With just some paper and coloring supplies, kids can design their own “tie” masterpiece to gift to Dad—perfect for toddlers or preschoolers wanting to show off their artistic skills. It’s a sweet and simple Father’s Day DIY craft that doubles as a keepsake.

Here’s a Father’s Day gift that is quick and easy, perfect for younger kids. They can work on scissors skills by cutting out the tie shape from a paint chip, then glue it to a can to make a pen holder. This is one of those clever Father’s Day craft ideas that’s equal parts functional and fun, especially for kids who love a bit of cutting and gluing.

Got some old newspapers lying around? Turn them into a unique photo frame with this eco-friendly Father’s Day craft—great for preschool Father’s Day projects or kids who love hands-on activities. It’s a sentimental gift that lets Dad showcase a favorite memory.

This Father’s Day, let the kids design a custom coffee mug that Dad will actually use every morning. And while hand-decorated mugs are a common gift, they usually are hand-washable only when they are finished. But this one is designed to be dishwasher-safe, so there’s no extra work involved!

Celebrate the superhero status of every dad with this adorable #1 Dad medal craft. This printable Father’s Day craft is perfect for preschoolers because it’s easy enough for them to make themselves. All they need are some scissors skills and a bit of coloring. The perfect homemade gift for dads who deserve a little extra fanfare.

With this printable template, kids can create awesome bottle cap crafts for Dad this year. Even better, they can assemble and color the figures to resemble themselves and Dad too. It’s a cute, little keepsake that toddlers and preschoolers will love making—and Dad will love displaying.

Got a dad with a sweet tooth? These DIY chocolate mustaches are a fun (and delicious!) Father’s Day gift idea the kids can help make—with a little supervision, of course. Bonus: they double as a fun photo prop before getting gobbled up!

This keychain is one of those DIY Father’s Day gifts from kids that dads can carry with them everywhere—literally. Your kid’s job? Make a special drawing and turn it into a keychain. These plastic shrinky dink keychains are a great way to give him a special message that he always has on hand.

Finally, that rock collection your kids have been storing in your purse has a purpose! Show Dad that he rocks with this simple craft project. Kids can glue the rocks to the picture frame, and then put a picture of themselves inside it. 

Every kid knows that Dad deserves a trophy, but real trophies aren’t always cheap. So instead of buying a trophy, make Dad a trophy that says “You’re the best” straight from the hearts of his biggest fans. This Father’s Day DIY craft is fun, easy to customize, and makes a fantastic addition to your kiddo’s collection of Father’s Day craft ideas.

This fun and tasty twist on the traditional Father’s Day tie is filled with Dad’s favorite sweet treats! It’s also a great last-minute homemade birthday gift for Dad (that’s also easy enough for toddlers to help stuff and decorate). Plus, it makes a cute Father’s Day craft gift that’s just as fun to give as it is to eat.

We’ve got even more use for those rocks. Your kids can paint a rock and then decorate it with craft wire and beads. In the end, it’ll turn into the perfect gift for dad to display his favorite family photo on his desk, in a work locker, or even on his dresser at home!

If your dad is a bookworm, he will love this homemade Father’s Day gift! Using black paper and neon chalk markers, your kids can create a one-of-a-kind placeholder for any book their dad is currently reading.

Turn your child’s handprint into Dad’s favorite superhero on a coaster with this craft. Plus, there is a printable tag to add to your wrapping and make it the perfect Father’s Day gift.

If you’re short on time but still want a meaningful keepsake, these printable handprint art pages are a lifesaver. Plus, they’re super affordable (perfect for any family on a budget). With various themes to choose from, each card can be personalized with your child’s handprint, adding such a special touch.

This clever BBQ-themed card is a super fun Father’s Day craft idea for the grill-loving dad in your life. With its cut-out grill style, it’s one of those simple Father’s Day gift ideas that’s both silly and sweet.

If you own the game Scrabble and don’t mind using some tiles, this is a fun fathers day craft with a unique approach! Simply use some old Scrabble tiles to make a keepsake gift for Dad this year. Glue the tiles on a wooden picture frame along with some other decorative items. Simple, cute, and fun to make!

Salt dough is always a hit, and this DIY picture frame lets kids mold, paint, and decorate their own special photo gift for Dad. You can use the ‘holes’ in the letters DAD as picture frames and put your favorite photos of the kids for dad.

This clever and punny Father’s Day idea is perfect for the dad who’s handy or loves his snacks. Bonus: he can take it to work for a delicious snack, too!

Every dad is a hero in his kids’ eyes—and this easy superhero Father’s Day craft lets them show it! With a printable template and a bit of creativity, this one is great for toddlers and big kids who love superheroes like Spider-Man, and more.

Here’s another fun take on the classic “Dad, you’re #1” theme! This paper trophy craft is simple, customizable, and a great fit for toddlers and preschoolers who want to give Dad a big, bold award, no shelf space required.

This adorable dish is perfect for dad to store his keys, wallet, or loose change. Unlike other Father’s Day crafts, this little dish is a useful gift with the personal touch of your little one’s fingerprint(s). How sweet is that?

If you need a last-minute Father’s Day card, this printable coloring card is the perfect solution. It’s easy enough for toddlers, yet still more thoughtful than a traditional store-bought card. Think of it as a simple gesture that’ll hit him in the feels during his special day.