Hi friends! With Halloween being just around the corner, I figured now was better than ever to share this SIMPLE kid craft idea that can be easily framed and turned into some “spooky” decor on the fly!

Today’s Handprint Bat Keepsake w/free printable template is super easy to make within minutes and it’s relatively inexpensive too. If you have a printer in your home – you are well on your way to pulling this together and creating a great keepsake to treasure for years to come {plus the finished piece fits nicely in a scrapbook too!}

In this post, I’ve included a FREE printable template, so all you need to do is print the file, grab some black paint and have your children add their handprints to complete the craft. It’s so simple, you have NO excuse NOT to do it!

So what are you waiting for? {I hope we didn’t scare you!} Just download the file below and get to work on creating this Handprint Bat today! Then place in a frame for simple Halloween decor or in a scrapbook for safe keeping.

Whatever you do with it – I hope you enjoy making it with your child! Happy crafting my friends! #gluedtomycrafts

Handprint Bat Keepsake Craft Supplies:

* Free Bat Body Template Printable {Download HERE}
* White Cardstock
* Color Printer
* Black Craft Paint
* Paper Plate
* Paint Brush
* Baby Wipes

Directions:

* First download and print the free template printable on white cardstock.
* Squirt some black paint on a paper plate.
* Paint one of your child’s hands and press it on the printable, next to the bat’s body. Repeat for the other hand/other side. Once done, set aside to let it dry completely.
* If desired, add other embellishments you see fit on your Handprint Bat Keepsake. Then display/gift proudly!

If you are looking for even MORE keepsake craft ideas for Halloween – be sure to check out these fun blog posts below {several of which can be easily turned into gifts!} And if you do decide to make any of our craft projects – please share a picture on our Facebook page or tag us on Instagram with #gluedtomycrafts, so we can see our inspiration come to life!

Halloween Keepsake Art
Handprint Pumpkin Keepsake
Ghost Halloween Footprints
Woofing You A Merry Christmas – Santa Paws Keepsake
Oh, The Places You’ll Go – Handprint Keepsake Printable