Easy Father's Day Craft Ideas with Kwik Stix

June 06, 2025

Father’s Day 2025 is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a handmade gift from the heart? Whether you're a parent, teacher, or caregiver looking for easy Father’s Day crafts or last-minute Father’s Day gifts, this blog is packed with creative Father’s Day ideas using one of our favorite mess-free art supplies — Kwik Stix Paint Sticks!

These colorful, quick-drying paint sticks are perfect for Father’s Day art projects, classroom Father’s Day crafts, or Father’s Day preschool activities. They dry in 90 seconds, require no brushes or water, and are a mom-approved way to let kids get creative without the mess.

🎨 1. DIY "Best Dad Ever" Trophy Card

Supplies:

Cardstock or construction paper
Gold and silver Kwik Stix
Glue, scissors, and markers

Let kids draw or cut out a trophy shape, decorate it with Kwik Stix, and write a sweet message like “#1 Dad” or “Best Grill Master.” It’s a personalized Father’s Day gift and a keepsake craft he’ll treasure forever.

🖐 2. Handprint Art with a Twist

Supplies:

White paper or canvas
Kwik Stix in Dad’s favorite colors
A helping hand

Create a colorful handprint keepsake by painting the child’s hand with Kwik Stix and pressing it onto the paper. Add a fun quote like “Hands Down, You’re the Best Dad!” This makes a sweet Father’s Day preschool craft and looks great framed or added to a homemade card.

🏠 3. “All About My Dad” Printable Coloring Card

Supplies:

Printable Father’s Day card template
Kwik Stix
Pencil or pen

Use a printable Father’s Day card and have kids answer questions like “My dad’s favorite food is…” or “He’s really good at…” Let them color it in with Kwik Stix for a fun, vibrant finish. This is perfect for Father’s Day classroom activities or school Father’s Day projects.

🌟 4. Kwik Stix Portrait of Dad

Supplies:

Blank paper or canvas
Kwik Stix (bonus points for neon or metallics!)

Have kids draw a portrait of their dad using only Kwik Stix. Encourage them to include his signature look — beard, baseball cap, or superhero cape! It’s one of those gifts kids can make for dad that’s both fun and heartfelt.

🛠 5. DIY Tool-Themed Craft

Supplies:

Cardstock
Scissors, glue
Kwik Stix

Cut out simple shapes like hammers, screwdrivers, or wrenches. Let kids decorate the tools and glue them to a card that says “You’re the Fix-It-All in My Life!” A fun idea for Father’s Day crafts for teachers to use in the classroom.

Why Kwik Stix Are Perfect for Father’s Day Crafts

Mess-free: No water, no brushes, no stress
Fast-drying: Great for classrooms or tight timelines
Creative: Encourages self-expression and thoughtful gift-giving

If you’re looking for things to do for Father’s Day, these DIY Father’s Day gifts made with Kwik Stix are fun, easy, and meaningful. Whether it’s part of a Father’s Day celebration at school, a summer craft project, or a sweet surprise from home, these homemade Father’s Day crafts are guaranteed to make Dad smile.

For more ideas, check out our Father’s Day gift guide and browse more Father’s Day crafts for kids. Let the Father’s Day fun begin!