Father's Day Art Ideas
Father's Day in Australia is just around the corner—it's the perfect time to celebrate the amazing dads, step-dads, pops, grandpas, and father figures in our lives. Why not gift something truly special this year? At Expressions Fundraising, we make it easy to create one-of-a-kind handmade gifts like personalised cotton tea towels, bags or aprons through our school or childcare centre.
These heartfelt keepsakes are not only functional but deeply meaningful. Here are our top Father’s Day craft ideas to create memorable treasures your loved ones will use and cherish for years to come.
1. Drawing from the Heart
Drawing is a powerful emotional outlet, especially for children. Encourage them to sketch their favourite memory or activity with Dad, or write a touching note. These simple yet expressive artworks are perfect for a Father's Day card, personalised tea towel or apron.
2. Handprint Art
Handprint art is a beautiful way to capture a moment in time. Perfect for early learners and toddlers, these designs work wonderfully on tea towels and tote bags. It’s a tactile and fun DIY Father's Day gift that highlights how little they were.
3. Photo Keepsakes
Add a family photo to a tea towel or apron and you have a handmade gift that’s both personal and practical. Consider using nostalgic images—like an old photo of Dad or Pop from their childhood—or snap a fresh family photo. Add a caption or quote for extra impact. These printed tea towels double as photo frames or kitchen art.
4. Family Tree Design
Turn your design into a family tree to teach kids about their ancestry and celebrate connection. It’s a thoughtful Father’s Day art activity that honours heritage, and can be paired with hand-drawn portraits or names for a personal touch.
5. Salt Dough Add-On
For something extra special, pair your tea towel gift with a salt dough craft—perhaps a small footprint or a handmade ornament to go with your tea towel or Father's Day Book.
Ready to Create?
Click here to start designing your own Father's Day gift. Whether it’s a collaborative classroom project or an individual artwork fundraiser, we’ve got the tools to bring your idea to life!
FAQs
What products can we customise for Father's Day?
You can design tea towels, aprons, and tote bags with artwork, handprints or photos.
Are the items suitable for younger children?
Absolutely! Handprints and drawings make ideal options for preschool and early primary.
Can we use photos in our designs?
Yes, we offer digital printing that beautifully replicates high-quality photos.
Is this available for individual families or only schools?
We specialise in schools and childcare groups, but personal projects are welcome too.
How long does production take?
Typically, allow 3–4 weeks from artwork submission to delivery. Allow longer time in our peak period October-November.
Drawing
On the more emotional side, drawing allows the creator to open one’s expressive vents and let emotion become recorded in the marks of your drawing. Often feelings are too complex for us to understand, and art helps record and express them. Drawing takes coordination between your hands, eyes, and brain. Let your imagination run wild and draw some of your favourite things you do together or write a message about how much you love them.
Hand prints
Perfect for little ones, when you want to capture the size they are now. Handprint crafts make the perfect little keepsakes. You can always remember your child's handprint with a lasting design your own tea towel, bag or apron.
Photos
Give a truly personal gift they'll actually use - add your photo to a tea towel, bag or apron. Create a beautiful keepsake they'll actually use or a printed photo tea towel also makes the perfect wall art! Great photo ideas to use are old photos of your grandpa when he was young with his family, family photo, a photo of all the kids. You can even add some text.
Family Tree
Mapping your ancestry on a family tree is a great way to help children understand their heritage and gain knowledge about great grandparents and other family members they may never have had the chance to meet. For adults, it can be a chance to memorialise people who have passed away and create a beautiful representation of one's family history.
