Flower Handprint Plaque

Flower power! Brighten up anyone's day with handprint art, perfect as a DIY gift for parents and grandparents.

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

Handmade Gifts

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Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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Paint
Paint Brushes
Acrylic Paint
Pencil(s)
Permanent Markers
Wood Plaque

Steps

Step 1

Cover wood plaque in white acrylic paint. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 2

Lightly sketch desired Grandparents Day message on plaque.
Step 3

Trace over sketch with washable paint. Add multiple coats if needed.
Step 4

Paint hand with washable paint and stamp onto plaque. Repeat for each grandchild.
Step 5

Add stems under handprints with washable paint.
Step 6

Dip pinky into washable paint and stamp into center of handprints. Let all paint steps dry 1–2 hours.
Step 7

Write each child’s name next to respective flower with markers.
Step 8

Give the colorful plaque as a handmade Grandparents Day gift!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

For more DIY Grandparent gifts, see all of our Grandparents Day craft ideas.
This homemade gift is also great for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or the holidays.

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