The Brightside - DIY Father’s Day Idea
Looking for a heartfelt and hands-on way to say “I love you, Dad”?
Our Rad Dad Frame project is the perfect mix of fun, creativity, and meaning. Using just a few simple materials—a stick, wool, pegs, and a favourite photo or artwork—your little ones can create a frame that’s as unique as their Rad Dad.
Add personal touches, create a magical “twistie wool” cord, and hang it proudly for a gift that’s made with love. It’s kid-friendly, budget-friendly, and absolutely heart-melting.
Rad Dad Frame: A Crafty Keepsake for Father’s Day
Materials You'll Need:
Wool, yarn, ribbon, string, or fabric scraps
Small wooden pegs or clips 2 metal screw hooks
Wooden letter beads (optional)
Scissors
Craft glue
A printed photo or mini artwork
Let’s Make It!
Step 1: Wrap the Stick
Step 2: Add the Pegs Glue two wooden pegs evenly spaced on the front
of the stick.
These will hold your special photo or masterpiece for Dad.
Step 3: Personalise It!
Optional: Add wooden beads, letter beads (maybe spell “Rad Dad”?), or any other decorations to make it extra special.
Step 4: Screw In the Hooks Carefully twist a screw hook into each
end of the stick.
These will be used to hang your frame.
Step 5: Make a “Twistie Wool” Hanger
(optional but fun!)
Want to get fancy with your hanging string? Here's how to make a magical twisted cord:
- 1. Choose two colours of wool (same length).
- 2. Tape one end of both pieces to a table.
- 3. Holding the free ends, twist them tightly around each other until they're well intertwined.
- 4. Bring the twisted end up to meet the taped end (folding the length in half).
- 5. While holding both ends together, let go of the middle—the wool will twist up on itself into a beautiful twisted cord!
- Tie this to the hooks and your frame is ready to hang.
Final Touch
Clip in a photo of you and Dad, or a mini artwork, and your Rad Dad Frame is ready to make him smile!
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This sweet craft comes from Dimity, mama of three—🌻 Zaeli Olimpiada, 🌼 Ochre Florentyna, and 🌞 Rumford Mikolaj. Follow along as she creates and crafts her way through the seasons.
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