With Father's Day just around the corner, it's time to celebrate even more the men who are the loving, leading figures in our lives. Dads are real-life superheroes who make our world a better place. We know dads give so much love and support to their families every day, but celebrating Father's Day is a chance to make them feel even more appreciated. No one shows a dad (or grandpa!) more gratitude than their adorable kids.
That being said, let's be honest: choosing a gift for dad can be notoriously difficult. Finding a fun Father's Day present isn't always easy for dads who are minimalists, who pick things out for themselves, or who repeatedly say “I don't know” or “I have everything” when asked for gift ideas. But then inspiration hits you: you can make something for your dad. Not only will it be a present he doesn't already have, but it will also be especially memorable because it was made by your kids with genuine love and care.
As you take part in Father's Day festivities this year or watch a Father's Day movie or two, here are 22 DIY Father's Day gifts that dad or grandpa will be happy to receive on his special day.
A father's support is something strong and sturdy that you can count on, and this paperweight is the perfect symbol of that invaluable support.
Dads are well known for telling lots of dad jokes and puns, so this pun frame will be right up his alley, especially if he's a “Mr. Fixer” type of guy.
These Papa Bear themed cards are super cute and a great and easy craft for little ones to enjoy some sensory painting time.
Sometimes it's the little things we notice about our loved ones that remind them how much we value their existence. Show your child how much you care for him by expressing all you know about his dad.
What dad doesn't want to make a big, proud statement about his identity? This attractive tie is the perfect gift to honor fatherhood.
Roses are red, violets are blue, Dad, there's a bacon bouquet for you. If you want to surprise your dad with the most delicious bouquet of “flowers” he's ever received, this Father's Day gift is a must-have.
Store bought pop up cards can be a little pricey, but these Father's Day greeting cards will not only save you money but also allow the kids to make cards that pop (so to speak!).
This is a neat and practical side to a DIY Father's Day gift, giving Dad a handy little keepsake box to store nails, screws, coins and any other knick-knacks he's collected.
Greet your dad with a new bottle of shampoo or body wash for the shower and a stylish compliment to accompany it. This printout is also perfect for adding personalized decorations and messages to really spruce it up.
Give your dad a trophy and let him know he deserves a shiny new award for all his hard work. Maybe even have him give an acceptance speech!
If you want to take trophy making for dad to the next level, try your kids out making these cool 3D trophies – what dad wouldn't be honored with a trophy filled with a variety of fun beads, shapes and inspiration?
Dad's favorite beverage will taste even better when sipped from this cute mug, plus it'll literally be decorated with a personal touch as a DIY Father's Day gift.
Satisfy dad's sweet tooth with these amazing candy-grams, giving kids plenty of opportunities to cleverly combine the popular candy bar with all that dad loves.
If Dad loves to fire up the grill, he'll love this whimsical little card. Kids can use their imagination to come up with a unique message or artwork that will pop out when Dad opens the lid.
Dad won't find a more inspiring tape measure than this one. This project calls for a carving, but you can cut your own and use paints and mechanical pencils to create a spin-off piece.
This charming, rustic frame is a versatile gift option for many dads, and adding one photo of one of his favorite moments will surely make for a great DIY Father's Day gift.
Nature-loving kids will have fun making this adorable botanical creation that doubles as a gift for Dad. This is an arts and crafts botanical, but you could instead get your child to help you attach little notes to the leaves of the actual plant using tiny clothespins.
If your dad loves projects, he'll be thrilled to add his own special hammer to his tool collection, and if not, you can let him use it as a decoration to show him he's a great dad and is “doing great.”
Want to surprise Dad with some magic? This creative craft will teach kids how to make a card that at first looks like a simple black and white picture, but when taken out of the frame it reveals a colorful superhero.
This thoughtful DIY gift combines eco-friendly art with a fun collage-making extravaganza. Make your dad, who already looks like the king of the house, feel extra royal this Father's Day by giving him a vibrant crown.
It's sure to put a smile on dad's face when he receives a congratulatory card filled with dad-like touches. Kids can also get creative by adding further embellishments to the shirt, such as pockets, stickers, speech bubbles, glue, or anything else that captures dad's specific interests or personality.
Maybe your dad loves fishing, or maybe he's addicted to gummy candy, but either way, this sugary tackle box is sure to be a big hit when Dad opens his presents this Father's Day.