V-Day: Awesome DIY Gift Ideas for Dads
Whether it’s your baby’s 1st Valentine’s Day or you have young toddlers running around – one thing is for sure. There is a daddy, or a grandfather or an amazing male role model that you probably can’t wait to shower with love on the 14th.
I’ve selected a round-up of tutorials, easy craft projects for little fingers and adventurous projects to suit the interests and skill level of a variety of ages.
Have fun looking and making! A full range of craft projects for little ones and advanced tutorials for the adventurous and experienced. Handmade presents are the BEST way to show your love! I love all of the different variations you could take with this. I’d use wool and upcycled leather! Inspired by the great flick, ‘UP’ this is a sweet little craft that you can do with your toddler(s) and let them gift to Daddy! What to do with all of that artwork your toddler brings home from daycare? Find out with this fun project that little hands can continue to have a part in! You could put granola in these sure. Or the brownies featured in the next slide. Not a hard choice when you’re aiming to please. All dads love brownies, it’s a no-brainer. If your toddler is like mine (the eldest) they’ll love to help dump in the flour and mix ingredients together! I especially love this given that my kids’ dad is a musician – but this would be adorable for any father. Lacing is a great sensory and hand and eye focused activity for older babies and toddlers. I’m doing something similar to this with my own little ones involving a chunky yarn, felt and photo V-Day gift for their grandparents. This would be perfect for any daddy who travels a lot. Little ones will LOVE giving this to Daddy, especially if you put a family photo in the heart, or one of just they/them and their dad! How adorable in this?! It may not be very hipster or modern or whatever – but it clearly ROCKS. This one is not for the faint of crafted heart. As a seasoned pro on the sewing machine, I can say that this project requires a mild to moderate skill level. SO worth it in the end. This would take an experienced seamstress and afternoon. The only thing that makes this complicated is that you need the proper tools to accomplish the project. After that, you’re on easy street. Aside from the obnoxious name of the blog that this tutorial lives on, I still love it. Terrariums are my favourite kind of indoor/outdoor garden, as are wall gardens and the the succulents who cohabitate in them. This is something I want for myself! Again, a fairly easy project, given you have the right tools. So cute! All you need is some bristol board, letter templates (or do it free-hand if you are skilled that way) and an X-Acto knife. Oh, and the perfect light to cast such a shadow and an above-average camera.
Something For Everyone
DIY Laptop Sleeve
Get the tutorial via Chaneciaga
Heart Balloon Bouquet
Get the tutorial via Spoonful
Frame-able Valentine
Get the instructions and free templates via Lovely Design
Valentine's Favor Bags
Get the easy instructions a free template via Camille Styles
Sweet Heart Brownies
Get the recipe via Spoonful
Free Printable (Valentine Postcard)
Get the free printables via Make It Perfect
Lace-y Valentine
Get the instructions via Spoonful
Gadget Travel Tote
Get the surprisingly simple tutorial via Martha Stewart
Mickey's Valentine's Day Photo Frame
Get the free printable and instructions via Spoonful
Choo-Choo Train Massage T-Shirt
Get the fun tutorial via Repeat After Me
Messenger Bag
Get the full pattern and instructions via Weekend Designer
Knotted Keyring
Get the detailed (and pretty) tutorial via Wood and Faulk
Lightbulb Terrarium
Get the instructions via The Hipster Home
Wool Camera Wrap
Get the tutorial via Wood and Faulk
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