10 Free Printable Fun Summer Handprint Crafts for Kids
Grab our free summer handprint crafts that includes 10 free printables that are great for celebrating the season, getting into the beachy spirit, and makes for a fun indoor activity if it’s too hot or on a rainy summer day.
There are affiliate links in this post – please read my full disclosure policy. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
These cute summer handprint crafts are a fun way for little ones to dive into the season! Kids love getting their hands a little messy, and these sunny projects are the perfect way to celebrate all the fun that summer brings.
Be sure to snag our Free Printable Summer Bucket List for Kids & Families and see these 52 Best Free or Cheap Activities for Kids To Do This Summer.
You can also celebrate shark week with these printable crafts and activities or go with these easy shark craft ideas.
AND is it really even summer without making some cute watermelon crafts?!
🌟Don’t Leave Before You Check Out These Seasonal Ideas!🌟
This digital file is an instant download that you will receive via download link after subscribing. Our printables are for personal use only. No physical item will be shipped. The printables can be found at THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST.
🌟What’s Included
There are a few different variations of the printable summer handprint art ideas to choose from. This includes ice cream, popsicles, a cute 4th of July design, palm tree, a flamingo, sail boat, an adorable under the sea scene, smore’s, and fishing.
🌟What You’ll Need
Non-toxic paint or ink pad – you’ll also need a paper plate if you are using paint to dip the child’s hand in.
printable file – grab at the end of this post.
printer
paper – you can use regular paper, but white cardstock is great for keepsake art because it holds up better.
Black Sharpie – for the eyes and mouth on the fish.
Note: The digital download art print doesn’t include the actual handprint, that is meant to be completed by the child or student.
✨Summer Handprint Craft Instructions
Once your have printed file of choice, let the kids choose their favorite color of paint or ink.
Cover the child’s hand with the ink or dip it into paint.
Press their hand firmly on the paper without moving it around.
Let your child’s handprint dry completely before moving it.
Wash the little hands, and you are all done!
For the watermelon craft, you will need to go back over the handprints and use fingerprints to make the “seeds”.
👇How to Download and Print
After entering your email address, you will receive a download link.
Download the blank handprint craft to your computer. These are delivered in a US Letter PDF format.
Open and print as many copies as you need or multiple versions. The printable comes in 10 different designs so you can choose one or all of them.
💡Helpful Tips
- We love laminating this summer handprint craft idea to make them last longer and to keep as a keepsake gift.
- For best results, use a nice heavy card stock or white construction paper.
- Check your printer settings and ink levels first before printing your printable art. We recommend using the best quality mode for the most vibrant colors.
- No printer? Your local print shop can help, and they are usually reasonably priced or you can check an online print shop.
- While you could use construction paper, some of the colors may not show up as well depending on color.
- If you need another size other than US letter size – 8.5 x11, check your printer settings.
- Check the label to make sure you are using washable paint to make clean up easier.
- You could totally turn these art projects into summer cards for an extra special personal touch for friends and family members.
- If you wanted to make footprint crafts instead, you totally could or you can mix and match these great ideas together to make a full summer collection of keepsakes.
We hope you’re having the best start to summer and enjoy these fun summer crafts for kids! Don’t forget to click around, we’ve got tons of simple crafts, free printables, and fun activities that are perfect for sunny days and summer parties!
🎯Favorite Printable Supplies
Here are some of our favorite materials and supplies we use so we get the best quality out of our printables!
✅Grab the Printable Templates for the Summer Handprint Crafts
Simply enter your name and email below and we will send your 10 page PDF file straight to your inbox!
