Today we present to YOU our super easy “You Are My Superhero” Father’s Day gift idea and tutorial!
Handprint & Footprint Superhero
Father’s Day is FAST approaching and it’s time to start thinking about some creative gift ideas for the special men in your life.
If you are like me – you are ALWAYS stumped when it comes to gifts for men. This year, I figured something that Lil Man and I made together, would be an awesome route to go with.
So hence – how this “handprint and footprint superhero” canvas keepsake was born and why we are here today!
This DIY superhero themed gift idea is heartfelt, makes a great decor piece and it has BOTH our special touches on it. Now on that note, are you ready to learn how YOU can make one with your child? Find the FULL step-by-step handprint superman tutorial below!
Happy crafting, my friends! Please don’t forget to share pictures of dad’s reaction when you gift it to him on his special day! You can ALWAYS tag us on Facebook or Instagram for EASY sharing. We can’t wait to see what your child creates! #gluedtomycrafts
PAIR YOUR CANVAS WITH —> Popsicle Stick Christmas Superhero
Craft Supplies:
- Large Blank Canvas
- Scrapbook Stickers
- Blue, Red and Tan Craft Paint
- Paper Plate
- Paint Brushes
- Mod Podge or School Glue
- Black Sharpie Marker
- Paper Plate
- Baby Wipes
Directions:
- First are the footprints and handprints. Do the “body” which is the foot, in blue. While the “cape” which is the handprint, in red.
- Paint a circle on the canvas for the head and paint hands/arms coming from the “foot/body” of the superhero.
- Let the paint dry completely.
- Using a Sharpie marker to draw on a simple face on the painted circle you made.
- Now add the scrapbook stickers to the canvas, to spell out “You Are My Superhero.”
- If you would like to – paint on some clouds or other embellishments to the canvas.
- Once done, cover the canvas completely in Mod Podge {or simple school glue} to seal in the stickers and such.
- Don’t forget to add your child’s name/age on the back!
- Then gift away your superhero keepsake proudly!
FIND MORE IDEAS —> Father’s Day Keepsakes

Find even more fun inspiring craft ideas to recreate with your child today, in our Handprint Flamingo, Lava You, Daddy’s Lil Slugger, and Stuck With You craft posts! All of which would pair nicely with today’s SUPERHERO keepsake idea – hint hint!
We also have a great Facebook group for you to join and stay up to date with us & our new ideas!

You Are My Superhero Canvas
- Mod Podge or School Glue
Instructions
- First are the footprints and handprints. Do the "body" which is the foot, in blue. While the "cape" which is the handprint, in red.
- Paint a circle on the canvas for the head and paint hands/arms coming from the "foot/body" of the superhero.
- Let the paint dry completely.
- Using a Sharpie marker to draw on a simple face on the painted circle you made.
- Now add the scrapbook stickers to the canvas, to spell out "You Are My Superhero."
- If you would like to - paint on some clouds or other embellishments to the canvas.
- Once done, cover the canvas completely in Mod Podge {or simple school glue} to seal in the stickers and such.
- Don't forget to add your child's name/age on the back!
- Then gift away your superhero keepsake proudly!