Father's Day Gift Ideas {Roundup}

 

Aren't men the hardest to shop for?? I'm always stumped when it comes to buying something for my husband. He either has it all or doesn't need anything. He's a simple man. And with Father's Day FAST approaching, I think we all are hitting the same road block. Have you thought of a gift yet? Puzzled as much as I am?? Well no worries. Pinterest is a big help & I have rounded up a huge list of Father's Day gift ideas that are sure to please.

A big thanks to all these bloggers who have taken the time to share these ideas & tutorials in the first place. Seriously, what did we do before Pinterest and internet?

Printables:
Tee-rrific Golf Printable {Kmckay Designs}
All About My Dad Printable {Yesterday On Tuesday}
“Wheelie” Great Dad Candy Wrapper {Anything But Perfect}
A Book for Dad Printable {Eighteen25}
Super Dad Printable Banner {Delight Designs}
Father’s Day Photo Collage (idea and printable) {Positively Splendid}
Tin Can Treats Idea and Printable {Our Best Bites} 
Father’s Day Print {It Works For Bobbi}
Father’s Day Gift Treat Jar {My Sister's Suitcase}
Tin Can Treats and Printables {Our Best Bites}  
Father’s Day Couch Potato Gift + Printable {Darling Doodles}
Father’s Day Handprint Tree (Free Printable) {The Crafting Chicks} 
Candy Bar Wrapper {The Idea Room} 
Custom Pops For Pop {The Frugal Girls} 
You're An AWesome Dad {Nothing But Country} 
Love You To Pieces {Nothing But Country} 

Handmade Gifts
Golf Pen Holder {Crafts For All Seasons}
Tie Box For Special Treats {Eighten25}
Sweet Father’s Day Bouquet {Funky Polkadot Giraffe}
Nuts About You Daddy {Lizzie Jane Baby}
World's Best Pop {Creatively Christy}
A 2×4 We Love Daddy Photo Stand {How Does She?}
Dad’s Love Ties Us Together {Poppies At Play}
Candy-filled Tie Pots {Make It & Love It}
Framed Father’s Day Quote {Somewhat Simple}
Remote Control Cookie {Somewhat Simple}
Car Wash Kit on Father’s Day {Inner Child Fun} 
Father’s Day Scrabble Picture Gift {Just Another Day in Paradise}
Father’s Day Super Hero Pop Box Set {Lil’ Luna} 
Finger Paint Picture Frame {Sweet Rose Studio} 

Card Ideas
Bow Ties For My Dad {I'm in haven}
DIY Ties Card {Damask Love}
I love You …This… Much {A Day In My Life} 
Measure Up: Father’s Day Card {The Dating Divas}

Hope this list inspired you! I know I'm inspired and will be sharing soon but we created for our special men in our life!

Made By A Toddler - Flag Canvas

 

Memorial Day is this coming weekend. I'm ready for sales, BBQ's & good company. And with every holiday that passes, I like to do crafts centered around it with lil man. By just looking at the title of this post, you can guess, this flag canvas was created by my son. What can I say? My toddler is crafty like his mama!

And I'm not saying this craft can only be done by a toddler. Honestly, everyone can do it! Saying a toddler can, just proves ANYONE can craft this up. No excuses, are you ready to learn how?

The supplies are simple. All you need is a plain white canvas, paint {red, white & blue} painter's tape and paint brushes.

Not to mention you will need a cute kid to help complete the project.

{Be sure to have baby wipes near by for easy paint cleanup, as well as changing into "play clothes" in case paint gets everywhere.}

First you will want to tape out your flag design. If you want your lines to all be the same, grab a ruler & make marks with a pencil.

You will want to put your red paint down first. So be sure to tape out the section that will be blue.

Squirt some paint on a plate and hand it over to your child. {Can you tell my toddler was excited?} Tell them to cover the entire canvas with red paint. They can use their hands, paint brushes, sponges...etc. They will love the challenge!

After they cover the entire canvas, let dry completely before doing anything.

Once it's dry, have your child help you peel off the painter's tape.

Now you will want to tape off the section where the blue paint will go.

Very carefully, paint that section blue. {I did this part to make sure no blue paint got anywhere else}

Once the paint is dry, peel off the tape. You will want to add the hand-print next.

Paint your child's hand white & ask them to press it on the blue area. Paint some stars to really fill it in. {If you get a really big canvas, you could do the whole family's hand-print or multiple children handprints}

Let it dry completely and you are done!

Display proudly. Canvas can be hung on the wall or put a ribbon the back & display on your door like a wreath. Don't forget to add your child's name/age on the back.

What fun Memorial Day crafts do you have planned this year? Remember this can be done for 4th of July too!

Clothespin Painting {Toddler Craft}

Who knew painting with some ordinary supplies, would turn into such fun? My son had hours of fun with this Clothespin Painting Toddler Craft.

And remember how I shared our "Balloon Painting" adventure the other day? This craft is a similar concept.

The supplies are probably already in your home and this little post will give you the inspiration you need to get started. Plus you can turn it into a learning lesson along the way. {I'll share more of that towards the end}

The supplies will make you say "Shut-the-front-door!" All you need is clothepins, pom poms, paint & paper. Simple right? And if you don't have pom poms, cotton balls or pieces of sponge work too. You could even switch it up every time you do this craft, so it becomes something new each time.

As for what to do? Just gasp your pom poms in the clothespin and have your child dip them in the paint, then on the paper, making whatever design they want.

This craft is so easy, that anyone can pull it off. You say your not crafty? No excuses. One does not need to be crafty to put this together.

As for the learning lessons I mention above....have your child match the color pom poms to the matching paint color. With a little imagination, you can also turn it into several other games. Have them create caterpillars or make dots in the shape of ABC's. Also toddlers can learn how to gasp with the clothespins through this craft.

And the best part? Clean up is a breeze too. Just open the clothespins to release the pom poms and throw them in the trash. No need to wash paint brushes or you child.

Now sit back and admire your child's work. While your at it, pat yourself on the back because you were a great mom to put this together!