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Father's Day DIY Shadow Box

Give dad a creative high five! Make a DIY Shadow Box as a homemade Father's Day gift he's sure to remember.

Ages: 4 and up, Under 4, 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up

CIY Staff

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

  • Construction Paper
  • Glue
  • Markers
  • Pencil(s)
  • Shadow Box

Steps

  • Step 1

    Trace dad’s hand on construction paper. Cut out.

  • Step 2

    Add designs to handprint with markers.

  • Step 3

    Repeat steps 1–2 using construction paper or cardstock for each family member.

  • Step 4

    Apply glue stick to palm of largest handprint. Place next largest handprint on top to secure.

  • Step 5

    Repeat step 4 until smallest handprint is on top.

  • Step 6

    Use markers and gel pens to write a Father’s Day message on construction paper. Cut out.

  • Step 7

    Use school glue to secure handprints and message inside shadow box. Dry 1–2 hours.

  • Step 8

    Give as a homemade Father’s Day gift!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

  • Don’t have a shadow box at home? Convert a picture frame into a shadow box or simply glue the handprints inside a picture frame.
  • For more DIY Father’s Day gift ideas, check out our collection of Father’s Day crafts.

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