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Handprint Dog – I “RUFF” You Keepsake

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Two white cards display dog faces made from paper cutouts and bodies created with brown handprints. Red hearts decorate the ruff you keepsake, one dog has a red bow. Text reads I RUFF YOU! on a red polka dot background.

Like most homes, you probably have a printer. So no excuses my friend! I’m pretty sure, you are well on your way to pulling this DIY handprint dog gift with your child, together today!

In this post, I’ve included a FREE “I Ruff You” printable, so all you need to do is print the file, grab some brown craft paint and have your children add their handprint to complete the dog themed craft. It’s so simple to recreate – I promise!!!

So what are you waiting for? Grab the free file below and get to work on creating this adorable Handprint Dog Keepsake today. Then place in a beautiful frame or in a scrapbook for a lucky receiver. Whatever you do with it – I hope you enjoy making it with your child!

Handprint Dog - I "RUFF" You Keepsake Printable

Help your child make ANYONE in their life a special keepsake that the lucky receiver can treasure forever!!!

Craft Supplies:

  • Ruff You Printable – on our landing page
  • White Cardstock Paper
  • Washable Craft Paint
  • Small Paper Plate
  • Large Foam Paint Brush
  • Baby Wipes

Directions:

  1. First print the free dog template printable {in color} on some plain white cardstock. You will need ONE printable per craft.
  2. Squirt some brown craft paint on a paper plate.
  3. Ask your child to pick which hand they will use for the DIY. My suggestion is to lay the hand on the printable {unpainted} and decide before adding paint.
  4. Now paint your child’s hand completely with the craft paint & press in the center of the printable to make the BODY OF THE DOG.
  5. Clean off excess paint from the hand with baby wipes and finally with soap & water at the sink.
  6. Set aside your keepsake to let it dry completely.
  7. If desired, add other embellishments you see fit to your Dog Themed Keepsake piece.
  8. Then display/gift proudly!
  9. Don’t forget to snap a few pictures to share with us on your social media sites! #gluedtomycrafts

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A handmade Valentine’s Day handprint dog keepsake features a dog’s face drawn and a brown handprint for its body, surrounded by red hearts, pink felt envelopes, and flowers. The text I RUFF YOU! is written below—perfect as a ruff you keepsake.

A playful, handcrafted gift is the perfect way to deliver heartfelt messages and make ANYONE feel extra special on the big day!

We have you covered with so many fresh ideas on Glued To My Crafts!

If you loved our “handprint ruff you keepsake” post today, be sure to also check out our previous Helping Me Grow and From The Tips Of My Fingers keepsake posts for more DIY gift ideas from us!!!

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