It’s crazy how fast your kids grow up… that’s why you need these super cute handprint crafts for kids in your life! If you can’t already tell I love crafting with the fam. It’s something we do almost every weekend because it creates so many fun memories. If you are looking for a fun and easy way to spend time with the kids, you’re in the right spot
The best part about these tutorials is that you get to keep the cutest handprints of your kids to pull out and show off when they are older. Check out all the fun ideas and pick a few of your favorites to make!
Here are the crafts I found:
Christmas Handprint Cards
Source: The Best Ideas For Kids
Not all handprint crafts have to be the same old thing! If you’re looking for a fun craft to make with the kids this holiday season… this is the one. Make some reindeer and Santa out of their handprints and have a joy-filled afternoon!
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Handprint Art Space Rocket Craft
Source: The Inspiration Edit
Help your young ones make their very own ROCKET with their handprints. Elon isn’t the only one that can build a space ship… grab that craft paper, paint and let your kids get creative! You could make this anytime of the year and hang it up on the fridge to show it off
Handprint Butterfly Craft
Source: Made To Be A Momma
Need a fun and easy painting activity for the kids to make after school? If so, this tutorial is right up your alley! Create a butterfly out of your kids handprints. You might have to pick up some new paint and google eyes… but other than that, you’ll probably have everything you need to make this one at home!
Paper Bag Owl Craft
Source: Non-Toy Gifts
Whether you have some left over brown paper bags at the house or not… this handprint craft is super cute onces its all done! Your kids will use all their skills to trace and cut out their hand prints along with coloring / gluing on all the parts to make the owl. Love it!
Handprint Cactus DIY Mother’s Day Card
Source: Simple Everyday Mom
Do you want to have a sweet memento from that particular age of your child’s life? Handprint crafts are just the way to go! With this craft, you can create a cactus card out of their little hands which would be a great keepsake or gift for the grandparents!
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Handprint Bunny Craft For Kids
Source: One Little Project
Easter will be here before you know it! This handprint craft is perfect to make if you don’t want to the kids making a huge mess. With a few sheets of construction paper and a couple of makers… they’ll be able to easily make these cute bunnies and decorate them any way they want!
Mason Jar Santa Handprint Craft
Source: The Typical Mom
There are TONS of ways mason jars can be used when you’re crafting with your kids. This tutorial shows you how to make a Santa mason jar with your little one’s handprint. With Christmas just around the corner… these would be great to make as decorations for the house or even some DIY gifts for the family!
Handprint American Flag Craft
Source: The Soccer Mom Blog logo
Fourth of July is that time of the summer when you want to relax and have a good weekend with your loved ones… If your kids are just as restless as mine, this handprint flag craft would be super fun to make with them! Grab some popsicle sticks, paint, and head to the backyard to start making your own!
Clay Baby Handprint Ornament
Source: Messy Little Monsters
Kids grow up so fast! Before you know it, they’re teenagers… so, if you want to make a keepsake to hang up in the Christmas tree, this one’s for you! I love the glitter and the older your kids get, the cuter these homemade ornaments will be
Dr. Seuss Handprint Craft For Kids
Source: I Heart Arts n Crafts
“Cat in The Hat” is such a classic and my kids love Thing 1 and Thing 2. Now, you can incorporate both THINGS into your crafts with this handprint DIY project. If you aren’t afraid of breaking out the paint and getting a little messy… this would be a super fun afternoon craft to make outside or maybe out in the garage!
Handprint Christmas Tree Kitchen Towel
Source: Its Always Autumn
If you want to make some holiday decorations or your own DIY gifts… these kitchen towels would be awesome to make! Have your kids make the Christmas trees with some green paint and their hands, then have fun decorating them
Handprint Fish Puppets
Source: Freutcake
Can you imagine a craft made out of your kids’ handprints that they can later play with? Well, it’s possible! This craft shows you how to create fish puppets that your kids will enjoy playing with. Let their imagination run wild and enjoy the fun!
Handprint Craft For Family Keepsake
Source: Building Our Story
Show you love and appreciation for your family with this handprint craft! Whether you want to let your kids go crazy with the decorations or keep it simple with just a few colors… these framed handprints would look great up on the wall! Or, this would be another craft that you could give to the grandparents as a super thoughtful homemade gift
Super-Sweet Cardinal Handprint Gift
Source: House by Hoff
Do you want to eternalize your kiddos’ cute little handprints? You can do that through this fun art project that you can proudly display in the living room or your craft room. Add some stickers and turn them into cute little birds. Adorable!
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Handprint Heart Craft
Source: Easy Peasy and Fun
Valentine’s Day is the perfect holiday for this wonderful craft idea that can be, both, a cute keepsake and cheap homemade gift. This one shows you how to create a simple handprint heart out of construction paper. The best thing is that you don’t need a bunch of craft supplies and it won’t make a big mess either!
How To Make A Handprint Flower Wreath
Source: Hello Wonderful
How cute is this handprint DIY wreath?! While your kids might have to cut out a few more handprints compared to other crafts… the end results looks amazing. Hang it up on the front door or let them hang it up on their bedroom door as their own homemade decoration!
Handprint Doodle Art For Kids
Source: The Craft Train
Handprints and doodle art… Isn’t that the recipe for a fun-filled afternoon with your kids?! All you need is some markers and construction paper, and, of course, your very artsy kids. Check out the tutorial and make sure you check out the video, too. Enjoy your time together!
Yearly Handprint Canvas
Source: Mama Papa Bubba
Here’s another amazing keepsake craft that you can make by incorporating your kids handprints! With a small canvas that you could pick up from Hobby Lobby… you can let them paint their favorite colors and add a handprint every year. I love this idea!
Mail A Hug Craft For Kids
Source: My Home Based Life
Are your kids missing the relatives that live hours away? Let them create a fun little “mail a hug” craft. This one is super cute and I feel like their grandparents would absolutely love getting a hand crafted letter in the mail… especially since everything is so digital nowadays!
Handprint Parrot Paper Craft For Kids
Source: Emma Owl
Making a parrot out of handprints?! Why not?! Parrots are always fun and your kids will love making their own. So, check out the step-by-step tutorial or save it for next time you’re in need of a craft you can make with just paper!
I hope you found some inspiration for your next craft day with the kids! If you had an amazing time with these handprint activities, make sure to share them with your family and friends. Once you are done crafting up a storm… feel free to check out some of the free printables I have created below to help you stay organized.
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