We LOVE sharing keepsake printables on Glued To My Crafts {to the moon and back!} These simple craft ideas are simply OUT OF THIS WORLD amazing!

Keep scrolling to see how to make our super adorable Handprint Astronaut Keepsake Idea come to life within minutes so you can gift it to someone on Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day or honestly – whenever!

To The Moon & Back – Handprint Astronaut Keepsake Idea For Kids To Recreate

It’s a simple saying but it makes a BIG impact. I Love you to the moon and back. It’s the perfect words to say on Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, to grandparents, your special valentine, best friends – the list is endless! I feel like it’s such a blanket statement to say to anyone you know and simply adore.

Today’s astronaut themed crafty kid craft idea is a simple piece of artwork that can be treasured by the lucky receiver for years to come. Our keepsake craft is even perfect for framing and/or turning into a large paper card. Just download the provided space themed file below, print it out in the comfort of your home and add your child’s handprint {or baby footprint} to complete the body of the astronaut.

You won’t believe how simple it is to create this Handprint Astronaut Keepsake craft! Find the complete tutorial and the FREE to use download below.

Happy crafting, my friends! Please don’t forget to share pictures with us of your finished “to the moon and back” creations or of the lucky receiver holding it! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram these days. Not only are spreading good cheer to the one who receives it, when you share pictures with me, it makes my day too!  #gluedtomycrafts

Also a huge thank you to dailyarthub.com for the space graphics in today’s printable!

Astronaut Keepsake Craft Supplies:

* Free Space Themed Template Printable {DOWNLOAD IT ON BOX.COM}
* White Cardstock Paper
* Color Printer
* Washable Gray Craft Paint
* Foam Paint Brush
* Small Paper Plate
* Baby Wipes
* Crayons, Markers, Coloring Pencils
optional materials – embellishments like glitter, star stickers, etc.

Directions:

* First download the “to the moon and back” printable, listed above in the supply list.
* Print it in color on a single sheet of white cardstock. You only need one print per keepsake craft.
* Next up grab your gray craft paint, paint brush and paper plate.
* Squirt some paint on the paper plate.
* Pick a hand and tell your child to keep their fingers flat but together tightly.
* Paint your child’s hand completely gray and press it under the astronaut’s helmet in the printable. You will want the fingertips to go outward from the helmet, to create the body.
* Use the baby wipes to remove excess paint from their hand and send them to the sink for a quick wash.
* Set aside the printable to let the paint dry completely.
* Now the fun part! Grab crayons and/or markers & have your child color in the small space themed sections in the printable. Just like a coloring page – go to town!
* Finally, add other embellishments you see fit {like some gold star stickers} as well as having children sign their name in the blank spot, towards the top of the print.
* Then display/gift away your child’s “I Love You To The Moon and Back!” print proudly!

At Glued To My Crafts we LOVE sharing with our readers easy keepsake ideas! From free printable downloads to large canvas tutorials, I find that my readers love them too! Not to mention, they double as craft projects to pass the time AND gift away afterwards!

If you are looking for a few more ideas that are similar to today’s post, please be sure to click on over to our super popular Handprint Grilling Partner, Handprint High Five To Dad Craft, Handprint Work Gloves – Gift Idea and Handprint Unicorn Keepsake Printable. All three of which are easy to make and just require a painted handprint in the center. Easy peasy fun!