Father's Day is soon approaching and today I am sharing this fantastic black glue father's day craft idea which is super cute, fun, and easy to make with little ones. I really do hope you love this craft and that it will be a great idea for you to try out. Enjoy!
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Why You'll Love This Craft
- Unique Art Technique: The use of black glue adds a cool and creative twist to traditional crafting, making the artwork pop with its striking, glossy lines.
- Personalized Gifts: Kids can make personalized designs for their dads, like handprints, hearts, or messages, turning the craft into a heartfelt keepsake.
- Easy Yet Meaningful: While simple to create, the craft delivers a meaningful and thoughtful gift, perfect for Father’s Day, without requiring too many materials.
What You Will Need
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🖌️ How To How to Make This Fathers Day Tie Craft

- Step 1: Open the top of a half empty bottle of glue.
- Step 2: Squirt a good amount of black paint into the bottle. The glue will look a dark cloudy grey.

- Step 3: Put the lid back on and shake well. If the glue is not shaking together, squeeze into a cup, mix and use a funnel to pour the black glue back into the bottle.

- Step 4: Download and print out the necktie template.

- Step 5: Trace the template with black glue.

- Step 6: Allow the glue to dry completely. Place in the sun or allow it to dry overnight.

- Step 7: Use watercolours to paint the neckties. The black glue will keep the colours from bleeding into other areas.

- Step 8: Allow the paint to dry completely.

- Step 9: Cut the neckties out. Your necktie craft is finished.



This would make a fun classroom craft. How cute would these be to send home as a keepsake gift?

💡 Pro Tip: Create a series of themed crafts, like a matching card or photo frame, to complement the black glue tie and make a complete Father's Day gift set.
🧑🎨 Expert Tips for Black glue father's day craft
- Use Black Glue for Defined Lines: Mix black paint with white glue to create a glossy, raised outline that prevents watercolors from bleeding.
- Choose a Simple Template: Opt for straightforward shapes like neckties or hearts to make tracing and painting easier for young children.
- Allow Adequate Drying Time: Ensure the black glue dries completely before painting to maintain clean lines and prevent smudging.
- Use Watercolors for Vibrant Colors: Watercolors work well with black glue, offering vibrant colors without overpowering the design.
- Encourage Personalization: Let children add their unique touches, such as patterns or messages, to make the craft more meaningful.
- Prepare a Crafting Station: Set up a dedicated space with all necessary materials to keep the crafting process organized and enjoyable.
💭 FAQs
You'll need cardstock, glue, black paint, a paintbrush, and watercolours to create this unique Father's Day craft.
Yes, it's perfect for preschoolers and early elementary students, offering a fun and creative way to celebrate Father's Day.
The entire project takes approximately 15 minutes, making it a quick and enjoyable activity for kids.
Absolutely! It makes a charming keepsake gift, especially for Father's Day.
Black Glue Fathers Day Craft Idea For Kids
Equipment
- Scissors
Materials
- Cardstock
- Glue
- Paint Brush
- Black Paint
- Watercolour
Instructions
- Open the top of a half empty bottle of glue.
- Squirt a good amount of black paint into the bottle. The glue will look a dark cloudy grey.
- Put the lid back on and shake well. If the glue is not shaking together, squeeze into a cup, mix and use a funnel to pour the black glue back into the bottle.
- Download and print out the necktie template.
- Trace the template with black glue.
- Allow the glue to dry completely. Place in the sun or allow it to dry overnight.
- Use watercolours to paint the neckties. The black glue will keep the colours from bleeding into other areas.
- Allow the paint to dry completely.
- Your necktie craft is finished.
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wonderful idea! i have been looking for an easy craft for my pre-k 3 kids to do for our donuts with dad event. Anyway, are you selling the template? I cant seem to find the link to download. Thank you!
Hi, here is the pdf https://www.theinspirationedit.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/ties.pdf