Because the readers of Glued To My Crafts simply ROCK {seriously – they do!} today I present to YOU our Handprint Rocket Keepsake Idea w/free printable template!!!

It’s absolutely perfect to gift away for the upcoming Mother’s Day and/or Father’s Day holiday or print it off and make it for someone special in your life, for “just because!”

All you need is a color printer in your home for this DIY gift idea to come to life within minutes! Just download, print and add the painted handprint under the rocket design. That’s it!

So what are you waiting for? Let’s LAUNCH this idea into full motion! You can find ALL the details you need to know in the full tutorial below! FYI – in the supply list you download the provided freebie.

Happy crafting, my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures with us of your finished rocket creations, by tagging us on Instagram or sharing on our Facebook page, as well! #gluedtomycrafts

Rocket Keepsake Craft Supplies:

* Free Rocket Template Printable {Download HERE}
* White Cardstock
* Color Printer
* Orange Craft Paint
* Paper Plate
* Paint Brush
* Baby Wipes
* Scrapbook Stickers/Sharpie Markers
optional – loose craft glitter, stickers, rhinestones etc.

Directions:

* First download and print the free rocket template printable on white cardstock. You only need ONE print per craft. Feel free to print as many as you like but only use our file for personal use.
* Squirt some orange craft paint on a paper plate.
* Paint one of your child’s hands and press it on the printable, next to the rocket to create flames coming from it. Repeat if desired.
* If desired, while the paint is still wet, add some loose craft glitter on top of the “flames.”
* Clean off excess paint from your child’s hand with a baby wipe and quick trip to the sink.
* Add other embellishments you see fit to the printable {like using scrapbook stickers or markers to write out YOU ROCK}
* Set aside to let it all dry completely.
* Then display and/or gift away your handprint rocket keepsake paper piece proudly!

If you can’t print out our free rocket printable today – no worries!!! You can still do this craft but free-hand the idea instead with a footprint instead! Use our picture above for an inspirational start!

Love these Handprint and Paper Rocket Keepsake ideas? Be sure to check out our Grilling Partner Printable as well! It’s another great idea that is perfect for kids to make as a Father’s Day gift!!! #gluedtomycrafts