25 Father’s Day Crafts & Card Ideas

Last Updated on May 2, 2026 by Masha Eretnova

Father’s Day is coming up fast, and if you’ve got kids who want to make something special for Dad (or Grandpa!), you’re in the right place.

These ideas run the gamut from simple printables to hands-on crafts that involve paint, salt dough, popsicle sticks, and little fingerprints.

All are free, most take under an hour, and all of them will mean way more to Dad than anything you could pick up at a store. Whether you’re doing this at home or need something classroom-friendly, there’s something here for every age and skill level.

Father’s Day Dinosaur Handprint Cards

8 preschoolers friendly designs to wish Happy Father’s Day with some dinosaur-themed messages. Fun, with appropriate amount of mess, and perfect for boys who are into dinosaurs. I have a free printable you can download.

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All About Dad Coloring Pages (Free Printable)

Three free Father’s Day coloring pages that kids can fill in and give to Dad as a personalized gift. There’s even a grandpa version included, so nobody feels left out. Print, color, fill out with all the important things about dad and hand deliver — it’s as easy as it gets.

Fingerprint Fish Picture Frame Craft

Kids paint a wooden picture frame light blue and then use their fingertips to stamp colorful fish all around the border. Slide a favorite photo of dad and the kids inside, and you’ve got a keepsake he’ll actually want to display. It’s a gift and a craft rolled into one, and it’s perfect for toddlers through early elementary.

DIY Father’s Day Gift Bag

Kids decorate a paper bag to look like a dress shirt, creating a gift bag that’s part craft, part gift wrap. It’s a clever way to skip the wrapping paper mess and give Dad something handmade to hold his gift.

Free Father’s Day Mad Libs Printable

A “Dad Libs” twist on the classic Mad Libs game — kids fill in random words without knowing the context, then read the hilarious results out loud together. There are multiple pages including one for Grandpa, and the download is completely free on the site. This one’s more activity than craft, but it’s a great way to get some giggles in on Father’s Day.

“You’re Turtley Awesome, Dad!” Handprint Card

Kids trace their handprint and transform it into a turtle with a punny “You’re Turtley Awesome, Dad!” message, and honestly, it kind of is awesome. It’s a great pick for dads who love the ocean or wildlife, and the step-by-step instructions make it approachable for preschoolers.

How to Paint Ceramic Mugs

A painted ceramic mug is one of those gifts that sticks around for years, and this tutorial walks you through exactly how to do it so the design actually holds up in the dishwasher. Kids can paint Dad’s initials, a handprint, or anything they dream up. It’s a cute practical gift.

Father’s Day Popsicle Stick Toolbox Craft

Six popsicle sticks, some red and gray paint, and a free printable template are all it takes to make this adorable little toolbox. Kids color and cut out paper tools — like a hammer and wrench — and glue them right inside the box. It looks way more impressive than the effort involved, and the free printable makes it super accessible.

Father’s Day Pop-Up Card Free Printable

This free printable folds together into a pop-up card featuring a “World’s Best Dad” trophy that literally pops up when opened. The whole thing comes together with just scissors and glue, no fancy craft supplies needed. Dad will definitely be impressed when he opens it.

Father’s Day Toolbox Card Craft (Free Printable)

This one is a card AND a gift in one — kids assemble a paper toolbox and fill it with tool-shaped cards that have “all about my dad” questions to answer. It’s a perfect fit for any dad who’s handy around the house (or likes to think he is).

Father’s Day Astronaut Card

This printable astronaut card features a space helmet with a window where the child’s photo goes, so Dad can see his little astronaut every time he looks at it. It’s a stellar (yes, I said it) way for kids to show Dad some love, and the free template makes it totally doable. Great for space-obsessed kids of any age.

“DAD” Salt Dough Picture Frame

This salt dough picture frame is shaped and stamped to spell out “DAD” and can be colored with food coloring before baking for a pop of color. Once it dries and hardens, just slip a photo inside and it becomes a display-worthy keepsake for Dad’s desk or nightstand. The recipe uses just three pantry ingredients and the whole project can be done in an afternoon.

DIY Father’s Day Candy Tie Card

This card is shaped like a necktie and filled with M&Ms and candy, so it’s technically a card and a snack in one, which dads seem to love. Kids help arrange the candy and write a sweet message, and the whole thing is done in minutes. It works just as well for Grandpa too.

Father’s Day Rocket Craft

This cute paper rocket craft has a window where the child’s photo peeks out, making it a sweet little photo card and craft all in one. It’s easy to prep, free to download, and perfect for preschool and kindergarten kids.

Dad You Rock Handprint Card

A “You Rock, Dad!” card where kids use their handprint to create a fun rock-star design. It’s silly, sweet, and surprisingly easy to pull off. Free printable template is included, and younger kids will love the paint-your-hand part.

Father’s Day Shirt Card

This card is folded and cut from colored cardstock to look like a little dress shirt — complete with a collar and a tie. A free template is included, and kids can customize it with Dad’s favorite colors or add a note inside. It’s a classic Father’s Day craft to gift.

Dad Rocks Salt Dough Paperweight

Salt dough (just flour, salt, and water) shaped into a rock-like paperweight with “Dad Rocks” stamped or written on it is a fun and cool gift for dad who works at a desk. Simple ingredients, minimal supplies, maximum dad points.

Free Printable Father’s Day Coloring Bookmarks

For the dad who always has a book going, these free printable bookmarks are a thoughtful and easy gift that kids can color themselves. There are a few different designs to choose from, and coloring them in is a great little activity for kids to do on their own. Print, color, laminate if you want them to last.

You’re G.O.A.T.ED, Dad! Handprint Card Craft

Kids use their handprint (painted or traced) to create a goat, paired with the punny message “You’re G.O.A.T.ED, Dad!” which stands for Greatest Of All Time. There’s a free printable included plus a no-handprint version for younger kids who aren’t into the paint. Genuinely one of the funniest Father’s Day card options out there.

Father’s Day Paper Plate Shirt and Tie Craft

A paper plate gets transformed into a little shirt and tie with some cutting, folding, and coloring, no special supplies needed. There’s a free template included to make it even easier, and kids can pick whatever colors they want for the tie.

Easy Father’s Day Photo Craft

Kids each hold up a card that spells out “We ♡ Dad” — one word per child — and you snap a quick photo of each one. Print the photos and pop them into matching frames kids decorated for an adorable display Dad can put anywhere.

Free Printable Cut, Stick & Color Dad/Grandpa Activity

Kids cut out different hairstyles, mustaches, and glasses from the printable and mix and match them to design a face for Dad or Grandpa. It’s a hilarious activity where kids can make their portraits as realistic or as silly as they want.

Baseball Glove Pop-Up Father’s Day Card

A free printable pattern helps kids construct a card in the shape of a baseball glove, with a pop-up inside that holds the child’s photo. It’s a total home run for any sports-loving dad, and the step-by-step instructions make it easy even for younger crafters with a little help. Bonus: it works as a birthday card for baseball fans too.

Free Preschool Father’s Day Craft

This free preschool-friendly Father’s Day craft is designed to be engaging and easy enough for little hands to do most of the work themselves. It creates a heartfelt keepsake with just a handprint!

Free Printable Father’s Day Cards to Color

These free printable Father’s Day cards are designed to be colored in by kids before handing them off to Dad. It’s a step up from a store-bought card since all the love is right there in the coloring. Download, print, and let the kids go wild with their markers or crayons.