Dad's Day Handy Man Trio with The Ultimate

My dad is a really, really handy guy. Back when he was a kid he helped my builder grandfather build homes. Like from the ground up! Foundation, framing, plumbing, electrical. That experience as a kid has him with a wealth of knowledge the average DIY Joe would kill to have.

And since it's Father's Day very soon, I thought I'd peruse the hardware store for some quick items to help him keep his little hardware things together!

For this project you will need:

Aleene's The Ultimate

Miscellaneous boxes and hardware items

Miscellaneous things to glue on (we'll talk more about that below)

Helping Hands Gardening Gloves for Father's Day

What do you get the dad that does not fish, wear a tie or golf for Father's Day? It seems like most traditional gifts and cards for dad's come with this basic theme. Well the first thing to consider is what is it that your dad does. My husband likes to make ice cream, listen to vinyl records, drink beer and garden. Garden - ya that's the ticket! This year the kids and I are whipping up dad a pair of custom gardening gloves.

SUPPLIES

Gardening Gloves

Tulip Soft Fabric Paint

Kids

Paint Brush

I scored a pair of suede gardening gloves in the outdoor section of Target. My husband's current work gloves have duct tape patching holes so I'm thinking these will be a welcome surprise.

He would be happy as a clam with a new pair of gloves, but I thought I would get Tallulah and Baxter to help adorn them. They are always trying to help daddy, especially in the garden. It seemed only fitting I put their little handprints on the gloves.

The first thing I did was paint my kid's hands with non-toxic fabric paint. Baxter was not quite sure what to make of that. Also, you want to be sure and do the prints of your oldest child first so that the larger handprint is on the bottom.

The next part is a little tricky since you only get one shot. Get your child to spread their fingers apart and smash their paws onto the gloves. This is easier said than done with small children. Tallulah's prints came out better than Baxters, but Chris will get the idea.

All that is left to do is wrap these babies up and hope that Chris does not read my blog before Father's Day.

Looking for some other Father's Day gifts you can craft with your kids? Check out the article I wrote for Learn Vest!

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Happy Father's Day to the Vinyl Record Lovers!

Father's Day is right around the corner, which means I am putting my crafty thinking cap on. Last year I made a customized 6 pack of beer which was a big hit. Today I have project on Craft about how to make etched pint glasses for dad with pictures of his kids (four and two legged). All that was left in the equation was a set of coasters.


Coasters are a little fussy for our house, so I needed to make them a bit different to fit in. Remember the Musical Mustache Masks I made? I had tons of vinyl records left over. I made jewelry with some and a clock with others, but I still have several to spare. The only thing Chris loves more than a cold glass of beer is the warm crackle of a vinyl record - why not combine the two!


SUPPLIES
Vinyl Records
Hot Pad or Glove
Aleene's Spray Acrylic Sealer
Felt
Scissors
Oven
Liquid Fusion Glue
Sand Paper


HOT VINYL
Pre-heat your oven to 200 degrees. Place your records in the oven and heat until they start to warp. Wearing a glove or using a hot pad take your records out of the oven one at a time and cut with scissors. There will be lines close to the label for you to follow. How much vinyl you leave showing is totally up to you. You may have to heat cut and heat and cut again to get all the way around the center. If your coasters are not flat heat one last time and then place between two books when you take them out of the oven.


ROUGH EDGES
For the most part your scissors will make pretty smooth cuts. If there are any rough edges use sandpaper to smooth it out.


WATERPROOF
Take your coasters outside and spray with Aleene's Spray Acrylic Sealer. Apply two coats allowing to dry completely in-between. This will help protect the label on your coaster from condensation.


SMOOTH BOTTOM
Sure the top looks great, but there is still that pesky hole for water to drip through and onto your table. Trace your circle onto a piece of craft felt and cut out. Glue on un-varnished side of coster.


POUR DAD A COLD ONE
Set your ice cold beer, Big Red or water on your coaster and don't think another thought about table rings. Lord knows dads never did anyway.

What are you making dear old dad this father's day?

Father's Day Fun!

It's about that time! Father's Day is less than a week away? What have you gotten the most important man in your life? If you are looking for something totally unique and one-of-a-kind, check out these cool projects we've rounded up! And what's cooler than a handmade project? Definitely not another tie!


– Tulip® One-Step Tie-Dye Kits™ let you whip up this easy apron for the big kid (that special Dad) in your family and the cute shirt for your favorite little guy.

– Make an elegant frame for Dad reminding him of yesteryear using the pulled paint technique with Tulip® 3-D Fashion Paint

– Dimensional fabric paint and nuts and bolts – what an awesome combo for a great frame!

– The guy in your life will be super impressed with a platter created with http://www.ilovetocreate.com/ProductDetails.aspx?id=d5399ae0-753f-4fa4-8642-623045cf8ded made just for him!

– Recycle Dad's favorite newspaper section into an extra special card using Tulip® Soft Fabric Paint™ and Aleene's® Memory Glue™.

– Show your dad that you’re hooked with a T-shirt that’s sure to be his favorite! All you need is a little help from Tulip® 3D Fashion Paint™ and Tulip® Soft Fabric Paint™ … the rest is up to you!

Hope you have fun making your projects and that dad loves them!