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Last Minute Father’s Day Crafts

June 18, 2015 by FaveCrafts

Father’s Day is almost here. Ohmygooodness I completely blanked. Between a new job, working out, wedding crafts, and, you know, eating I completely spaced. Guys, Dad’s do so much for us. I don’t even have to get on a pedestal for everyone to know how much your dad or father-figure do for their families. This holiday seems to get underscored a lot, especially in classrooms, because it is in the middle of the summer, but I feel like we should give our dads the same treatment as any appreciative holiday!

 

Last Minute Father’s Day Crafts

 

Man Cave SignsMy mom was always really good about homemade Father’s Day gifts. There is this frame with pictures of all three of us kids, painted, with the year, but this is the best part: my mom put all of our fingerprints on the frame with our full handprints on the back. Kid’s handprint crafts are the best for capturing that moment when they’re that age. I had made him a frame out of bottle caps one year (he still has that thing in his office). Honestly, any pictures of the kids doing a cute thing would make his day. My dad also has a thing for funny t-shirts. Personalize things. Make memories. We need to give Dad’s the appreciation they deserve or any father-figure. I always made two Father’s Day gifts when I was younger because I am very close with my uncle. Father’s Day is about appreciating the man or men in your life that mentor and help you in life.

This Father’s Day, don’t give Dad the same old tie or card. I know those are quick Father’s Day gifts, but these Father’s Day crafts are so much more fun, and he will love the hard work that you put into it. You can upcycle old ties that he doesn’t wear anymore and create a necktie wreath for your door or his office space. You can mimic my mom’s idea with the picture frame or use this recycled pop-can picture frame. If you’re in a quick fix, these gifts are a way to personalize the holiday while still saving you time. He will love your creativity in making these projects. If none of these still don’t fit your fancy, try some of these wire-work crafts and you can make a tie holder.

 

 

Father's Day Gifts

 

Recycled Soda Can Frame

Rustic Man Cave Signs

Recycled No Sew Necktie Wreath

Goody Bag

Father’s Day Pie in a Jar

Daddy’s Day Alphabet Kids

Golf Tee Porcupine

Store Your Stache

36 Homemade Father’s Day Gift Ideas Free eBook

Golf Ball Flowers

Painted Toolbox

Office Memo Board

Handprint Plate

What are your most memorable Father’s Day gifts?

Filed Under: Father's Day Tagged With: Father's Day, father's day crafts, Father's Day gift ideas, FathersDay, Favecrafts, holiday crafts

Give Dad Something Great: Handmade Ideas to Make His Day

May 28, 2014 by FaveCrafts

Father’s Day is around the corner and we think that store-bought gifts are just a little boring. Unused ties, Best Dad mugs, and golf balls are all collecting dust this year. It may seem like there are no other options for Father’s Day, but I can assure you that handmade gifts are the way to go. My dad still has some of my childhood artwork on his desk and hanging on his walls. I still stand by my motto: Happiness is Handmade.

Where to start? To make things easier for you, I’ve divided up our best “Dad Crafts” into categories so you can pick the right craft project to make. Start thinking about what your dad really likes and I’m sure you’ll make his day this Father’s Day!

Rustic Etched Drinking GlassesFor The At-Home Bartender

Superhero Cork Coasters

Beer Bottle Holder

Denim Drink Cozy

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Rustic Etched Drinking Glasses

Decorated Shot Glass

Father's Day BBQ PlateFor The Grill Master

How to Make A Dad’s Rib Rub Jar

Father’s Day Grilling Apron

Father’s Day BBQ Plate

Father’s Day Spice Rubs

Dad and Son Tie Dye Camo Set

Personalized Plaid Platter

Manly Coffee JacketFor The Jet-Setter

Father’s Day Coin Frame

Sepia Tone Crocheted Slippers

Framed Tie Wall Art

To the Ends of the Earth Card

Necktie Cell Phone Case

Manly Coffee Jacket

Stitched Leather Keychain

Cozy Cabin Slippers for Men

Golf Themed Photo CubeFor The Fitness Fanatic

Golf Ball Flowers for Father’s Day

Golf Themed Photo Cube

Dad’s Golfing Frames

DIY Golf Towels

Rustic Man Cave SignsFor The Outdoorsman

Rustic Man Cave Signs

Fishing Picture Frame

Father’s Day Forest Card

Rustic Cabin Plaque for Grandpa

Fisherman Quilt Wall Hanging

 

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Filed Under: Father's Day Tagged With: Father's Day, gift ideas, Gifts for Men, Nicola Trumbull

Father’s Day Photo Shoot Saturday!

May 25, 2013 by AllFreeHolidayCrafts

Photo Booth Father's Day CardPhoto Booth Father's Day cardWith May almost coming to a close, we’re all eager to get closer and closer to June, the first month of summer and of course, Father’s Day. That’s why we at AllFreeHolidayCrafts feel such a strong urge to share our favorite handmade Father’s Day card around, the Photo Booth Father’s Day card. This card is as personalized as they come, and it’s a whole lot of fun to make. Spend this Saturday in full-out photo shoot mode and capture a few goofy photos of the kids to make Dad the greatest card out there.

Photo Booth Father’s Day Card

Father's Day Photo Booth Card

 

Photo Booth Father's Day CardPhoto Booth Father's Day CardThe Photo Booth Father’s Day card is so much more than a handmade card for Dad; it’s a day full of photography, and dress-up fun for the kids. Follow the step-by-step directions in this tutorial to create fun and goofy props for the children and grandchildren to model with. This Father’s Day craft will fill the entire day with fun and laughter.

Photo Booth Father's Day Card

Once you have finished your cut-outs and props, create a simple background to re-create the feel of an actual photo booth. Then it’s time to move on to the best part; the photo shoot! Your kids and grandchildren will have so much fun dressing-up for Daddy and Grandpa’s card, you won’t believe how many great shots you’ll be able to get. In all honestly, taking pictures of the little ones has never been this easy!

Queen Bee Paper Crafts for Mother's Day

This wonderful Father’s Day card is as great as they come, it’s a blast to create and will leave you with life-long memories, and photographs too! Gather up the young in’s and get started on this wonderful Photo Booth Father’s Day card; it’s perfect for your father and husband alike.

 

Queen Bee Paper Crafts for Mother's Day

What’s the goofiest craft that you’ve ever started with the kids?

Filed Under: Father's Day Tagged With: Cards, Father's Day, father's day crafts, Jennifer Bendix, Kids Crafts, Photography

Grab our Free eBook for a Fabulous Father’s Day!

May 24, 2013 by AllFreeHolidayCrafts

"Father's Day Crafts: 9 Handmade Fathers Day Gifts and Crafts for Fathers Day" eBookI think that we can all agree that it’s hard to shop for dads. Fathers seem to have every tool, golf club, and all sports gear that they need. This is why one of the best options that we have to make Father’s Day perfect is to think outside of the box and try making Dad something for the heart. Handmade gifts are a sure fire way to give your dad a perfect Father’s Day, and AllFreeHolidayCrafts.com has all the advice, inspiration, and tutorials that you will need! Take a look at our latest eBook written with Dad in mind, Father’s Day Crafts: 9 Handmade Father’s Day Gifts and Crafts for Father’s Day. This free eBook is filled with Father’s Day crafts that will give your Dad more than a few reasons to smile this holiday. With our free collection of Father’s Day craft tutorials, celebrating your Father will be fun and easy. Father’s Day Crafts: 9 Handmade Father’s Day Gifts and Crafts for Father’s Day, is a collection of Father’s Day crafts that you can use to create a manly handmade gift for Dad, a creative handmade card, or a few extra special Father’s Day decorations. Add a personalized touch to your Father’s Day celebration with these fun and exciting Father’s Day craft ideas!

"Father's Day Crafts: 9 Handmade Fathers Day Gifts and Crafts for Fathers Day" eBookThe craft tutorials that are included in the Father’s Day Crafts: 9 Handmade Father’s Day Gifts and Crafts for Father’s Day eBook are a handful of our very favorite and most popular Father’s Day craft ideas. Dad will be sure to love any one of the handmade gifts that we have included in this collection. To make things even easier for you, we have included step-by-step instructions and images that will guide you through each craft tutorial featured! Take your pick of one of these 9 fun and fabulous Father’s Day craft ideas to make sure that your father has a happy, care-free, and thoughtful Father’s Day.

iDad-CardWith this free eBook you’ll have plenty of time to think ahead and plan out the perfect gift, card, decoration, and day for Dad. Surprise him with a few heart-felt and handmade treasures. We all know that handmade gifts mean so much more than store-bought ones – especially to a parent. Take a look at Father’s Day Crafts: 9 Handmade Father’s Day Gifts and Crafts for Father’s Day, it’s free to download and print, so why not take a gander right now?

 

Are you planning on crafting for your Father this June?

Filed Under: Free eBooks Tagged With: Father's Day, father's day crafts, Father's Day gift ideas, free eBook, Jennifer Bendix

Sewing for Men: Tough Projects You Have to Try

May 20, 2013 by AllFreeSewing

Man, it sometimes seems like sewing projects are tailored only to women. What about the boys? After all, according to the U.S. census roughly 50% of the population is made up of men, so there’s really no need to exclude them from sewing adventures.

I’ve rounded up some sewing projects with men in mind. Make these as a gift to yourself, for dad, or for a boyfriend. Whatever excuse you need in order to sew one of these patterns is fine. What with Father’s Day, graduation parties, and birthdays coming up, chances are you don’t need to dig too deep for a reason to try out these awesome patterns.

I’ll start us out with a staple for many men: boxers. A fundamental part of a man’s daily life, the boxer has also made its way into women’s pajama collections because of their extreme comfiness. (Ergo, if you’re a lady reading this who has no one to gift these to, just make them for yourself.) Getting down to brass tacks though, these Boxer Shorts a serious money saver. If you’re looking to penny pinch then making your own boxers is one way you can. Have you seen prices for men’s boxers lately? They’re out of control. These shorts will keep you and your wallet happy.

 Boxer Shorts

I decided to go straight to the source to find another boxer pattern and found these instructions on How to Sew a Pair of Boxer Shorts from Man Made. Now you have two options for this totally necessary piece of clothing.

 How to Sew a Pair of Boxer Shorts

Moving on to more masculine accessories is, you guessed it, this Men’s Wallet. It doesn’t get more manly than this, does it? Learn how to sew a wallet from these simple instructions. This is a great project because, again, it’s a money saver. Even basic wallets can rank around 100 clams at the department store. Dropping that much dough on something that sits in a pocket all day is malarkey. Sew a wallet that appeals to your tastes with this easy project.

 Men's Wallet

It’s time to add some dignity to the coffee cozy. If you’re going to make one, make it look manly. After all, your coffee cozy is your fierce protector braving the scalding hot temperatures of your morning Joe. Give it the look it deserves by crafting this Manly Coffee Cozy. You won’t find butterflies or flowers in this pattern. Consider gifting this to dad this Father’s Day. It’s a simple sewing project and will make dad feel tough as nails when he steps outside with his new-found sidekick, the coffee cozy.

 Manly Coffee Cozy

I saved the toughest for last. The Club Jacket is oh, so beautiful, yet requires careful attention while sewing. This is an advanced sewing project, friends. Don’t be deterred from making it, though! The instructions for this pattern are very accessible. I’d certainly say that stepping up your sewing game is worth a fitted jacket that looks as good as this one. You or your loved one shouldn’t be contained to small, medium, and large sizes only. Create a fit that is customized for you or a lucky man by sewing it up with this project.

 Club Jacket

Remember, Father’s Day is coming up. If you’re looking for more manly designs, find them here.

What are the best sewing projects for men?

Filed Under: Sewing Tagged With: Father's Day, Father's Day gift ideas, Gifts for Men, Man Crafts, sewn clothes

# 1 Dad! Father’s Day Crafts Kids Can Make

May 17, 2013 by AllFreeKidsCrafts

kids-fathers-day-cover-smallLet’s raise our juice boxes to the men who fix our bikes, the leaking faucet, and scraped knees. Their generosity extends much further than the handyman status, and for that, we thank them. And while a toast would satisfy those grateful guys just fine, they deserve more. Treat your favorite fellas to a day that is dedicated to them. Yup; a 24-hour period that is all about appreciation, love, and admiration aimed at the gentlemen who make your family whole.

To show your handsome Hercules just how much he is adored, spend time making homemade gifts for Father’s Day with your kids. This process should be fun and exciting, so to alleviate any stress, AllFreeKidsCrafts has gathered the 16 best Father’s Day crafts for kids to make and bound them neatly in a free eBook for your viewing pleasure. The challenge of finding the perfect craft to create has been eliminated, and all that’s left for you to do is to get artsy. That doesn’t sound like a bad job, now does it?

The 16 crafts presented in this free eBook are varied enough that you are sure to find the perfect crafts for the men in your life no matter their interests. We have covered every type of guy from the sporty dad to the sentimental father. There are cards, gifts, and decorations included to make sure that the third Sunday in June is a full celebration this year.

Homemade Card Ideas for Father’s Daytoddler-art-for-daddy

Nothing will mean more to Dad or Grandpa than a heartfelt note expressing how he makes you feel. Whether those strong dudes show their sensitive side or not, it’s there, and it’s just waiting to make its appearance. Since your meaningful note will be tailored specifically to the recipient, your homemade card ideas for Father’s Day should be too. That’s an easy task to complete thanks to the diverse projects presented in this free eBook of Father’s Day crafts for kids to make. Watch Dad’s heart melt as you hand him your handmade card that you made all by yourself. Even if you’re just a toddler, there is a darling card that you can make.

Homemade Gifts for Father’s Day

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Though a gift is not necessary if you give Dad the perfect card, it would still be very much appreciated, no doubt. Homemade gifts for Father’s Day are worlds more meaningful than a store-bought present, even if it’s exactly what he asked for. When you pour thought, effort, and love into a gift, it shines more brightly than any brand-new car or straight-out-of-the-box electronic. Make Dad a gift that he will treasure forever, like the Daddy’s Day Alphabet Kids Picture. There is no question that this sweet gift will have a permanent place on Dad’s desk and in his heart.

What was the most meaningful Father’s Day gift you have ever made?

Filed Under: Father's Day Tagged With: crafting with kids, eBook, Father's Day, father's day crafts, Father's Day gift ideas, Gifts, handmade cards, homemade cards, Jaclyn Holtzman, Kids Crafts

36 Homemade Father’s Day Gift Ideas

April 2, 2013 by FaveCrafts

Crafts for Father's DayleftNothing says I love you more than a handmade gift, so tell Dad how much he means to you by making his Father’s Day gift by hand this year. In Crafts for Father’s Day: 36 Homemade Father’s Day Gift Ideas, you’ll find lots of great ideas for all kinds of dads. Whether your dad likes golfing, grilling, fishing, camping, or just playing with the kids in the back yard, you’re sure to find something great to make for him in the great collection of homemade Father’s Day gift ideas.

Start off your Father’s Day crafts with a nice handmade card for dad.  Cards are great for families to make together and is a fun way for kids to get in on the fun.  This Photobooth Father’s Day card is a great way to show dads and grandpas alike how much they’re appreciated.  Gather the kids and the whole family together for a day of fun photos and gather the best into this cute photobooth style card.  Dad will love it and will get a kick out of showing off the cute photos to his buddies.

Here’s a fun way to decorate for dad’s big day…this cute Father’s Day Wreath is a great way to welcome dad home, or hang it on the door of the den to help denote dad’s place!  You can make this project with an old shirt and you can even decorate it with things dad loves, like golf balls, fishing hooks, or small grilling tools.

Filled with tons of easy DIY projects for all kinds of dads, Crafts for Father’s Day: 36 Homemade Father’s Day Gift Ideas is a great resource for clever and useful homemade gifts for the man in your life. From cute cards to golf ball roses, the projects in this free eBook are a fun and simple way to show dad how much you care!

Filed Under: Free eBooks Tagged With: Father's Day, free eBook

Geek Crafts: Keyboard Key Tie Tack or Lapel Pin Tutorial

June 20, 2012 by FaveCrafts

I’m Haley Pierson-Cox from The Zen of Making, and this is your weekly dose of geeky goodness!

Have an old keyboard lying around, just waiting for a project? Make a keyboard key tie tack or lapel pin for your favorite computer geek!

Materials

  • 1 keyboard key in the letter or symbol of your choice
  • 1 Felt square, cut to the size of your key
  • 1 jewelry pin post with clutch back(You can also use a tie tack pin clutch with a chain and bar.)
  • E-6000 adhesive
  • Toothpick
  • Fabric scissors

The following tutorial will show you how to make one keyboard key pin.

Step 1
Apply E-6000 adhesive to the pin post, then glue it in place in the center of the back side of the key.

Step 2
Once the glue on the pin post has set, center the felt square on the pin, then press it down to meet the key back, covering the base of the pin post.

Step 3
Use the toothpick to carefully apply adhesive to the underside of the felt, securing it in place on the back of the key.

Step 4
Allow the adhesive to dry completely before wearing the finished pin.

Have you made something awesome with old computer parts? Leave a comment below and share your favorite tips and ideas!

Filed Under: Full Project Tutorials Tagged With: Father's Day, geek craft column, geek crafts, Jewelry Making, wearable crafts

Geek Crafts: Nerdy Neckties for Father’s Day

June 6, 2012 by FaveCrafts

 

I’m Haley Pierson-Cox from The Zen of Making, and this is your weekly dose of geeky goodness!

Father’s Day is coming up, so now’s the perfect time to work a little geeky magic on an otherwise tame and traditional gift. Forget taking a trip to your local menswear emporium. This year, give the awesomely geeky dad in your life something he’ll actually want to wear: Behold, my nerdy necktie roundup!

If your dad’s not the necktie wearing kind, check out my Geek Crafts: Recycled DON’T PANIC Drink Set instead. You can’t go wrong with a cold drink and a calm attitude!

1. How-Tuesday: DIY Geek Power Tie from The Etsy Blog

2. Resistor Necktie from Becky Stern on CRAFT

3. GFG Guest Tutorial – Lego Belt Buckle and Tie Pin by Delia Creates from Delia Creates on Kojo Designs

4. Kraftwerk-inspired LED Tie from Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories

5. Tutorial: How to Freezer Paper Stencil (or Fake Silk Screen) a Necktie from Crafting a Green World

6. How to Embroider a Necktie from Craft Stylish

Are you making something awesome for your dad? Leave a comment below and tell me about it!

Filed Under: Father's Day Tagged With: Father's Day, FathersDay, geek craft column, geek crafts, Guest Post

This Week on Cool2Craft TV – All About Dad

June 3, 2012 by Tiffany

Cool2Craft TV - Father's Day

This week, the Cool2Craft design team is sharing projects for Dad! Watch your favorite crafters create super cool projects. Join EcoHeidi Borchers, Tiffany Windsor, Candace Jedrowicz, Linda Peterson and Savannah Starr for this week’s online episode.

EcoHeidi Borchers is creating a Nuts & Bolts Race Car,  Tiffany Windsor is sharing a “My Dad Rocks” no-sew applique, Savannah Starr is crafting Father’s Day Themed Cupcake Toppers, Candace Jedrowicz is decorating a BBQ Rib Rub Jar and Linda Peterson is crafting a Memory Art Canvas.

It’s easy to watch the Cool2Craft TV Channel right from your computer. Monday June 4, 2012 at 9 am Pacific/ 10 am Mountain/ 11 am Central/ noon Eastern. Watch craft demos and join in the live chat at showtime at Cool2Craft.com. See you Monday!

 

Watch live streaming video from cool2craft at livestream.com

Filed Under: Cool2Craft Tagged With: Candace Jedrowicz, EcoHeidi Borchers, Father's Day, father's day crafts, Father's Day gift ideas, linda peterson, savannah starr, Tiffany Windsor

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