Handprint Muffin Keepsake – I Would Be Muffin Without You!
It’s a FIRST SEEN HERE idea that I’m so excited to hit publish on today! Like seriously – my excitement is through the roof!
Originally this muffin craft was inspired by the yearly “muffins with mom” tradition that typically happen at elementary schools for Mother’s Day this time of year but I figured I would expand on that a bit so more people could enjoy it.
So on that note, if you are looking for a SUPER adorable muffin craft for kids to make and gift to someone special in their life {maybe for Teacher Appreciation Week or even Valentine’s Day!} this particular handprint craft idea is the one to bookmark & do ASAP!
Today we are going to help YOU and your child make an adorable Handprint “I’d Be MUFFIN without you” Keepsake Idea within minutes. All you need is paper, some craft paint and our free provided printable to complete it. Not to mention, it’s great for ALL ages to recreate!
It’s going to be the CUTEST paper muffin craft you can make ANY day of the year. Whether for a Mother’s Day gift or just because “pick me up” moment – I’m sure there is someone in your child’s life who would LOVE to receive this muffin keepsake. On that note, keep scrolling for ALL the details and free file!
Happy crafting, my dear friends! Don’t forget to share pictures with us afterwards, on our Facebook page so we can give you a virtual high five from a far! Be sure to give us a follow on Pinterest, so you never miss a new tutorial from us!
PAIR YOUR PAPER MUFFIN KEEPSAKE CRAFT WITH —> Paper Plate Cupcake House
Muffin Craft Supplies:
- FREE I WOULD BE MUFFIN WITHOUT YOU KEEPSAKE PRINTABLE ON BOX.COM
- Color Printer
- White Cardstock Paper
- Brown or Tan Craft Paint
- Small Paper Plate
- Foam Paint Brush
- Baby Wipes
- Black Sharpie Marker
- Brown or Tan Crayon
- optional supplies – sticker embellishments, glitter glue, sequins etc.
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Directions:
- First things first, if you haven’t already, print out our “I would be muffin without you” file {listed above in the supply list} on a single sheet of white cardstock paper.
- Next up – grab the craft paint, paint brush and paper plate.
- Squirt a small amount of paint on the paper plate.
- Dip the paint brush in the paint.
- Now pick a hand – any hand!
- Go ahead and paint the palm & fingers of your child’s hand completely.
- Working quickly, press the painted hand in the center of the printable, right on top of the cupcake liner design. Be sure to wiggle each finger so the paint really transfers to the paper.
- Now gently lift up their hand to reveal the handprint design underneath.
- Grab a few baby wipes to clean off excess paint and head to the sink for a good scrubbing as well.
- When done cleaning up, it’s time to finish the keepsake! Grab the black Sharpie marker and draw on some squiggles around the handprint to make the “muffin top.”
- Go ahead and also take the crayon & color in the blank spots to fill it all in {you can also add some black dots to give the muffin some texture.}
- At this point in time you can also add other embellishments you see fit {like some stickers or glitter glue!}
- Then gift or display your paper muffin keepsake masterpiece proudly!
- Don’t forget to snap a few pictures of your finished paper and handprint muffin keepsake on your phone and tag us on your social media sites! #gluedtomycrafts
PAIR YOUR MUFFIN CRAFT WITH —> Paper Muffin Cup Flower
Some Last Notes:
- If you don’t have a printer to take advantage of our free file, no worries! You can always hand-draw a basic cupcake liner shape on some cardstock paper and use small scrapbook letter stickers for the lettering instead!
- BTW – if you don’t want to do a painted handprint for the muffin top, you can also make a PAPER one instead! Just trace and cut out a handprint design, that you glue down right above the liner. The choice is yours on this cute DIY.
KEEP THE CRAFT FUN GOING WITH OUR —> Cupcake Liner Muffin Card – MUFFIN Compares To You!
Love this muffin handprint keepsake idea?! Be sure to also check out our recent “Couldn’t Blossom Without You” post for another appreciation for you themed craft idea to recreate with your child today!
Handprint Muffin Keepsake
Supplies:
- White Cardstock Paper
- Brown Washable Craft Paint
- Embellishments
Instructions:
- First print out our provided printable, in color, on a single sheet of white cardstock paper. You only need one print per craft.
- Next up - grab the craft paint, paint brush and paper plate.
- Squirt a small amount of paint on the paper plate.
- Dip the paint brush in the paint.
- Now pick a hand - any hand!
- Go ahead and paint the palm & fingers of your child's hand completely.
- Working quickly, press the painted hand in the center of the printable, right on top of the cupcake liner design. Be sure to wiggle each finger so the paint really transfers to the paper.
- Now gently lift up their hand to reveal the handprint design underneath.
- Grab a few baby wipes to clean off excess paint and head to the sink for a good scrubbing as well.
- When done cleaning up, it's time to finish the keepsake! Grab the black Sharpie marker and draw on some squiggles around the handprint to make the "muffin top."
- Go ahead and also take the crayon & color in the blank spots to fill it all in {you can also add some black dots to give the muffin some texture.}
- At this point in time you can also add other embellishments you see fit {like some stickers or glitter glue!}
- Then gift or display your paper muffin keepsake masterpiece proudly!
Notes
BTW - if you don't want to do a painted handprint for the muffin top, you can also make a PAPER one instead! Just trace and cut out a handprint design, that you glue down right above the liner. The choice is yours on this cute DIY.
