Everyone knows that a heartfelt handmade gift is a sure way to win your dad’s favor on Father’s Day. Sometimes it can be a challenge to come up with the perfect gift idea for the guys in my life, so I hope that this round-up of do-it-yourself card and gift tutorials will stir your imagination and get your creative gears turning for just the right handmade gift for your dear ol’ dad.
Father’s Day Cards
How to Make a DIY Father’s Day Card
Use a map of your father’s favorite place to make a special handmade card.
The full tutorial can be found here.
By Holidash
How to Make a Paper Wallet
Use the pocket to house a gift card and the billfold to hold a note to your dad.
The full tutorial can be found here.
How to Carve a Stamp
Carve your own stamp to make a custom Father’s Day card.
The full tutorial can be found here.
By artmind
Gifts to Make for Dad
How to Make a Necktie
Make your own take on the classic Father’s Day necktie this year.
The full tutorial and video can be found here.
By Holidash
How to Make a Hand-Painted Glass
Get inspired by Yevgenia’s painting tips to create a unique glass.
The full tutorial can be found here.
By Yevgenia
How to Make a Handmade Dessert Set
Bake a faux happy meal for a dad with a greasy tooth.
The full tutorial can be found here.
By Bakerella
How to Make a Rolled Hem Handkerchief
I do love a nice hand-stitched hanky. Make one for your dad to keep near his heart.
The full tutorial can be found here.
By Purl Bee
How to Make a Men’s T-Shirt
Stitch a T-shirt that will fit your father perfectly.
The full tutorial can be found here.
By Burda Style
How to Make a Daddy Cam
Pay tribute to a favorite family snapshot with this clever picture frame how-to.
The full tutorial can be found here.
By Alpha Mom
How to Make a Do-Si-Do Book
Make a collaborative handmade book with your child or sibling, with one dedicated section each to fill with stories and memories or drawings for your father.
The tutorial be found here.
Do you have a special Father’s Day tradition or craft project that you would like to share? Let us know in the comments below!
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54 comments
Sign in to add your owntwirlaway says:
These are some great ideas! Great for last minute people like me! I LOVE the Daddy Cam photo frame idea!
1 year ago
heatherfuture says:
These are so great! You're never too old to give dad a crafty giftie! I think I'm going to make my dad a card, and get him a bottle of whiskey.
1 year ago
AnnaBGreen says:
Thank you so much for this round-up! I never know what to make for my dad for father's day.
1 year ago
cherryblossompaperco says:
I love these ideas and am head over heels for the Polaroid picture print!! Clever!!
1 year ago
SparklePaw says:
my head is now buzzing with ideas! thx!
1 year ago
tomatored says:
Happy Fathers Day to all those Dad's out there! Thanks for the tips
1 year ago
recycledwares says:
I just finished my father's day gift and am sending it in the mail today. i can't give it away, because he might read this blog later.
1 year ago
SewnNatural says:
these are awesome. the simple "DAD" card at the top is especially sweet. it helps to see these ideas laid out in tutorials - thank you!!
1 year ago
opendoorstudio says:
I love how tuesdays! so many fun ideas! love them all!
1 year ago
Hammermann says:
All these tutorials look fun to make!
1 year ago
bylynnkrestel says:
oh dads are hard! great tutorials.. i am going to try the do-si-do book!
1 year ago
CreativeStash says:
great ideas! thanks.
1 year ago
StarRedesigns says:
Brilliant! I've officially been inspired!!
1 year ago
elizabethwrenvintage says:
Such awesome ideas! Thanks for sharing :-D
1 year ago
paramountvintage says:
wow. the wooden pinhole camera is amazing!
1 year ago
thelittlemarket says:
Wonderful ideas for Dads!! The daddy cam, too cute! Loved the orange gingham tie too. Thanks!!!
1 year ago
funkeyfinds says:
oh! what fun! handmade gifts are so the best...
1 year ago
LuRuUniques says:
Great finds for the dads...
1 year ago
poplovedesigns says:
I love how-Tuesdays! Gotta check out that tie tutorial. <3 Andrea
1 year ago
CirclesRoundtheSun says:
Great ideas! Thanks!
1 year ago
boutiqueseragun says:
great ideas!Thanks for sharing,
1 year ago
ebrukSupplies says:
I love these picks !
1 year ago
akcopperraven says:
Fun Ideas !! Thanks for sharing !!
1 year ago
paulofnavarone says:
i'm going to try that little custom stamp thingy. not for dad though, just for myself! tough luck dad. tough luck.
1 year ago
BululuStudio says:
Such a cute idea, thank you.
1 year ago
undermyfeet says:
Making a neck tie... pretty cool.
1 year ago
tikotikoi says:
The Polaroid picture is fantastic!! great ideas,thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
akcArt says:
Beautiful shot glasses!
1 year ago
unicorncrown says:
This is super helpful =) I'm going to try the t-shirt, never made menswear before so hopefully it turns out well.
1 year ago
gretchensgifts says:
Great ideas....I'll have to let my boys check them out and pick one to do for their Dad.
1 year ago
bhangtiez says:
cute ideas....
1 year ago
JustBakin says:
Love Father's Day crafts....and so do my kids :)
1 year ago
maggiemaevintage says:
oh what lucky daddys!
1 year ago
JemmDee says:
These are great ideas! Thanks!
1 year ago
craftpile says:
cute!
1 year ago
TheWishingElephant says:
You guys are the best! I have such a hard time with father's day...not anymore!!!
1 year ago
Jewelrymakingshop says:
I just LOVE Bakerella! She's amazing! These are such great ideas, I can't wait to get started on the paper wallet card!
1 year ago
sweettidings says:
really sweet ideas!
1 year ago
ArtMind says:
Now I see where the increase in blogvisits come from! Thanks heaps for adding my tutorial & card here! Super dad ideas! :)
1 year ago
nowonder says:
Some really cool gift ideas! Happy fathers day!
1 year ago
julessabjewelry says:
These are great ideas! I love 'em.
1 year ago
Pearlk2 says:
great ideas
1 year ago
LibertyImages says:
What a great collection...Especially the painted glass. Of course, my dad always loves home-baked anything, too. ;)
1 year ago
tiffanymcfarland says:
What great ideas! It always amazes me to find so many different, unique ideas - BRILLIANT! Happy PAPAW day!
1 year ago
greengirlieusa says:
Great ideas. The Daddy Cam is awesome.
1 year ago
RiverBird says:
So fun I need to start sewing stuff!! :)
1 year ago
SpackleTheGap says:
I love the daddy cam...such a creative and cute idea.. I KNOW my dad would LOVE it
1 year ago
KanAnek says:
Great idea
1 year ago
RiverBird says:
I wanna try to make the tie and the t-shirt! :)
1 year ago
knittingcate says:
great ideas!!!! thank you!
360 days ago
annettereher says:
I love the video 'Father's day necktie' - it's sweet! and I know a little bit about that business...
360 days ago
SweetBohemianLife says:
So inspiring.....I thank you for all the wonderful ideas.
360 days ago
StudioCherie says:
Fabulous post Julie - love that you show a variety and links to them. Would love to see this type of post for future holidays as well. I am going to show this to my kids and let them each pick one to do for Dadddy.
360 days ago
BarclaysBooth says:
Fab camera !! love it .....thank you
359 days ago