DIY Fathers Day Footprint Poem Keepsake - Free Printable PDF Download

This DIY Fathers Day Footprint Poem Keepsake can be printed at home or any print shop. Just add your child's footprint and you have the most heartfelt Father's Day Handmade Gift. Just like this Handmade DIY Father's Day Card.

Father's Day is right around the corner.

And, to help you make the best DIY Father's Day Gift, I have made this easy to download Printable Fathers Day Footprint Craft with a Handwritten poem.

Also read - All About My Dad Free Printable PDF Download

What is this Keepsake?

This is a last-minute Printable gift idea for Father's Day. When you download the Printable, you get to download that in two shapes - either A3 or A4.

Whichever size you choose, can be printed as many copies as you want.

I wanted to make a meaningful Father's Day craft especially for kids. Something that is super-easy and of course makes a memory!

So, I thought of making this Dad and Son Footprint Keepsake Gift.

It's perfect if you're looking for Last-minute DIY Father's Day Gifts.

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I am pretty sure that this poem will appeal to you, because I have written it with all my heart.

When I was writing this, all I was thinking off - is my Dad.

The unsung hero of my Life. The Man who can never be not enough, just the way he is. The Man, whose mere presence makes everything alright. Here's to my Dad.

Also read:- 15 Questions to Ask to your Dad on Father's Day

Father's Day Footprint Poem Keepsake ~ by Srirup Mazumdar

Guys, this is a ready to use printable. You just print, paint, and personalize. And in less than 30-minutes you DIY Father's Day Gift is ready.

But, before you go ahead and read how to make this Meaningful Father's Day Gifts for Kids and many other important details, read the poem that I wrote, that you'll get with the Printable.

My Daddy - A Poem by Srirup Mazumdar

So, there you go guys. This is the poem that I wrote. I hope you liked it. Now, to make this more fun I have turned it into a craft.

I have created a free printable PDF that you can download (google drive link below).

What you'll Get

Down below you will get an option to download this Printable in 2 sizes - A4 (8.27 inches by 11.69 inches) and A3 (11.7 inches x 16.5 inches).

Within Each Printable, you will have the Poem written on the right and the footprint of Dad printed on the left.

Below each footprint you get the word "Love" written on it.

What you'll need? (Supplies I recommend)

1. Since you'd be stamping your kid's footprint on this - so I would suggest you get it printed on cardstock paper. It's sturdy and durable.
2. Next get a pen or marker to write the kids name below the letter.
3. Printer - Obviously you can skip this and get it printed in the print shop.
4. Paint or washable ink pad for child's footprint.
5. [OPTIONAL] I recommend that you get this frame from Amazon, where you get A3 and A4 Picture Frame with and without Mat. Super useful, I tell you!
6. [OPTIONAL] Wet Wipes for cleaning the feet after the craft.
7. [OPTIONAL] Get this cute Kids Apron for Painting.

And, that's it...

How to Make this Father's Day Keepsake (Step by Step Instructions)

Step 1 - Download and Print the Design (Google Drive Link attached below). Tip Use heavier paper, so that the Paint doesn't bleed through.

Step 2 - Prepare the workspace. Cover it with a Newspaper or Mat.

Step 3 - Apply a thin layer of washable paint to the bottom of your child's foot. You can use a sponge brush or simply dab it gently with your fingers so the paint is even.

Step 4 - Carefully place your child's foot onto the center of the Dad's footprint. Press gently from heel to toe.

one of the most metaphorical step of this craft - It is literally a child stepping into their father's footprint and learning to navigate through life by falling into his steps.

Step 5 - Lift the foot straight up. And allow the footprint to dry completely. This might take up to 15-30 minutes depending on the kind of paint you are using.

Step 6 - Write your child's name under "Love" using a Pen or a Marker. You can also add their age and the Date if you want.

Once the paint is dry, frame it and Gift it to Dad for Father's Day.

I know it can get a little messy, especially when working with kids.

Don't worry. Take as many print outs as you want. It's free...

Pro Tips to Make it really Good

I know you will find printable like these all over the internet. And you are free to download the one that you like.

But hear out these Pro tips. It's worth 1-minute of your time.

1. Always use a pastel shade washable paint pad. Pastel shades contrasts well with the light gray footprint of the Dad. What are some colors I recommend - Baby blue, Baby pink, lavender, mint green etc.
2. Try practice print on a scrap book at least once before going for the exact craft.
3. When you're doing this with multiple kids, label each printable.
4. Do not forget to Laminate the printable before framing them.

How Can you Make this Keepsake - "Extra Special"

Here's where the creativity of your child comes into play and this turns this into an extraordinary Personalized Father's Day Gift.

1. Ask Kids to write one line below or behind the page. It can be anything - Dad, I love you to the Moon and Back or I'll always walk in your footsteps etc.
2. Encourage kids to decorate the blank space around the poem with their drawings, stickers, colors and more. They can draw hearts, stars, balloons or a Father's Day Moustache or anything that they like.
3. Since you are using washable Paint for footprint, you can also use the painted thumbs of kids to make - "Thumbprint hearts" in the corner.
4. Print a small photo of the child and Dad and glue it on the side or pin it to the side.

Download the Printable

1. A3 SIZE - Father's Day Printable Footprint Keepsake A3 SIZE Google Drive link to Download
2. A4 SIZE - Father's Day Printable Footprint Keepsake A4 SIZE Google Drive Link to Download