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Handprint Fall Tree Keepsake Canvas

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Celebrate the beauty of fall with your little one! Create a vibrant and memorable keepsake together with this handprint fall tree canvas tutorial. Get creative and capture the moment you can cherish forever!

A handprint fall tree craft features painted brown handprints for the trunk and branches, with bright red, yellow, and orange handprints as leaves. A cute paper owl sits on the tree against a pink background with white dots.

Painted Handprint Fall Tree Keepsake For Kids To Make

Hi friends! Welcome to our latest and great “Painted Handprint Fall Tree Keepsake Canvas” tutorial!

One thing I should learn about me if you become a long time follower, I just love making crafts with Lil Man that can be incorporated into my everyday decor.

Depending on the material, your finished crafts can become great keepsakes and long-lasting items for our home, for years to come. Something you can store easily away and bring out as you change up your seasonal decorations.

Today’s vibrant colored handprint tree canvas idea is not only perfect for fall decorations but you could make it for any season of the year or just have them go crazy with colors for their own special touch that needs no explanation. Another few ideas could be green handprints on the tree, with a few red dots for apples, or do a basic tree branch design and add white dots all over for a snowy feel for winter. The choice is yours, it’s just a matter of making it happen!

So on that note, find ALL the details you need to know in the full tutorial below! Our fall tree keepsake canvas is mainly Lil Man’s handprints, but you could also do a “family” tree where everyone’s handprints get involved in the making. Even pets can add a paw-print to the tree – hint hint!

I’ll let you get to it now. Happy crafting, my dear friends! Don’t forget to share pictures of your child’s finished handprint fall tree canvas, on our Facebook page wall, so we can admire it from a far! I can’t wait to see how awesome it turns out!

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A handprint fall tree craft features painted brown handprints for the trunk and branches, with bright red, yellow, and orange handprints as leaves. A cute paper owl sits on the tree against a pink background with white dots.

Get creative with your kids this season by making the perfect keepsake art piece!

Craft Supplies:

  • Large Blank Canvas
  • Craft Paint in Various Colors
  • Foam Paint Brushes
  • Small Paper Plate
  • Baby Wipes

Directions:

  • First paint the trunk of your fall tree on the canvas. This will give you can idea of where the handprints from your child will need to go.
  • Next up – paint your child’s hand completely in choice of color and have them press them on the canvas.
  • Repeat until your tree is full of “leaves.” Be sure to alternate your colors and placement of the handprints on the canvas.
  • Then to finish it off – add some personalization to your canvas, to make it your own. I added this owl felt sticker to the canvas. He’s just “whoo’ing” around in our tree. Cute, right?!
  • Finally, let it dry completely and add your child’s age/dates on the back of the painted canvas for remembrance.
  • Then display your handprint fall tree canvas proudly for all to see! 🙂

If you enjoyed this handprint fall tree kids craft idea – you may also enjoy these previous handprint themed blog posts from us, as well:

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Craft Activity Safety Guidelines:

Always Ensure Adult Supervision - Young children should be supervised at all times when engaging in craft activities. This is essential to keep them safe and ensure materials are used correctly. Use Age-Appropriate Supplies - Choose craft supplies that are suitable for your child’s age. Check labels for recommendations and avoid items with small parts or sharp edges for younger children. Modify as Needed - Feel free to adapt materials or steps to meet your child's abilities and safety needs. For example, substitute scissors with safety scissors if necessary. Keep an Eye on Allergies - Be mindful of potential allergens in craft materials like glue, paint, or certain fabrics. Opt for non-toxic and hypoallergenic options whenever possible. Organize and Secure Supplies - Keep all craft tools and materials organized. Store sharp objects, small parts, and potentially hazardous items out of reach when not in use. Following these guidelines will ensure that crafts remain fun, creative, and, most importantly, safe for everyone involved!