Goodbye 2020, welcome 2021! Today’s Handprint Keepsake Idea For New Year’s Eve is a MUST DO to add to your party plans. Just download our free provided 2021 Keepsake file and have children add a painted handprint to the center, to mark the special occasion!
Dear friends – although most people’s New Year’s Eve celebrations are typically just one day out of the year, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do a craft in honor of it. No, no, no! That’s not the Glued To My Crafts way!
On that note, our latest handprint keepsake kid craft idea is super perfect to make with your young child, in honor of the BIG DAY AND have a sweet handmade piece to give to others, to enjoy for years to come!
With the simple steps and the free 2020 printable I have provided below, you can make SEVERAL paper New Year’s keepsakes with your child, in just a matter of few minutes, with little to no hassle. Just download, print and then add their choice of color handprint in the center to complete the craft.
Then once the paper 2020 keepsake pieces are completely dry, you can add a few stickers embellishments, have children sign their name in the provided space and then either gift the finished piece as is or frame it in a cheap Dollar Tree frame, so the lucky receiver can show it off in their home all year long. Maybe it will even bring them some luck for the new year!
Now what you waiting for?! Let’s get to crafting and recreating this paper New Year’s Eve keepsake idea! There is NO need to worry or stress as you welcome in the new year in a crafty way. All the steps and free printable can be found below in the full tutorial!
Don’t forget to share with us pictures of your child’s finished paper and handprint New Year’s Eve keepsake pieces with us on our Facebook page or tag us on Instagram. We can’t wait to see how you give it your own crafty spin!
Happy crafting, my dear friends! Hopefully we were able to make your holiday just a little more memorable today! #gluedtomycrafts
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Handprint New Year’s Keepsake Craft Supplies:
* Free UPDATED 2021 New Year’s Keepsake Template Printable {download HERE}
* White Cardstock
* Color Printer
* Craft Paint {any color you like!}
* Foam Paint Brush
* Small Paper Plate
* Baby Wipes
* Sharpie Markers
optional – embellishments like glitter, star stickers, rhinestones etc.
Directions:
* First download the 2020 keepsake printable listed above in the supply list.
* Now print out the provided New Year’s Eve file on a single sheet of white cardstock. You only need ONE print per craft.
* Next grab your choice of color in craft paint, as well as your foam paint brush and paper plate.
* Squirt the craft paint on the paper plate.
* Pick one of your child’s hands {left or right – doesn’t matter!}
* Paint the palm and fingers of your child’s hand completely and press it down in the center of the printable, between the THREE numbers. This will complete the 2020 look.
* Now carefully lift up your child’s hand from the printable and clean off the excess paint with a baby wipe & a quick trip to the sink.
* Add other embellishments to give your New Year’s themed keepsake piece a personalized look.
* Don’t forget to have your child fill in the blank spot with their name and age!
* Then display/gift away proudly your child’s beautiful handprint 2020 keepsake piece!
Stacey Gibbon says
Hi Sarah – you might have to play with your printer settings. You can adjust the printing size there
-Stacey
Sarah says
How can I get this free printable to print the correct way? It’s only taking up half a page, and it’s so cute!!