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This Year Flew By Handprint Kite Keepsake Craft

The end of the school year is rapidly coming upon us and today I’m sharing a SIMPLE kid craft idea that can be easily framed & turned into a quick gift for young children to give their parents, grandparents or even teachers on the last day of school.

This Handprint “The Year Flew By” keepsake is super easy to make within minutes and it’s relatively inexpensive too. If you have a printer in your home or classroom – you are well on your way to pulling this together and creating an awesome memorabilia piece to mark your child’s special accomplishments {plus the finished piece fits nicely in a scrapbook too!}

In this inspiration post, I’ve included a FREE gender-neutral printable template {with a very popular phrase and ready-to-decorate kites!} so all you need to do is print the file, grab some washable craft paint and have your children add their handprint to complete the kite themed craft. It’s so simple, you have NO excuse NOT to do it! It’s just a matter of letting your imagination soar and getting it done at home or in the classroom!

So on that note, don’t let this idea blow away! What are you waiting for? Grab the FREE file below and get to work on creating this adorable Handprint End of the School Year Kite Keepsake. Then place it in a beautiful frame or in a scrapbook for the lucky receiver. Whatever you do with it – I hope you enjoy making it with your child!

Happy crafting my friends! Don’t forget to share pictures of your child’s kite keepsake with a tiny handprint on our Facebook page! I also can’t wait to see how you display your kids memories in this unique art project idea from us! If you are a teacher, I bet you are going to have a gorgeous bulletin board if you do this in a large group setting – hint hint! #gluedtomycrafts

PAIR YOUR END OF SCHOOL YEAR CRAFT WITH —> Paper Plate Craft Idea For Graduation

Craft Supplies:

Free Year Flew By Template Printable {grab the FREE FILE on box.com}
White Cardstock Paper
Color Printer
Washable Craft Paint {pick a theme, a favorite color – whatever your heart desires!}
Small Paper Plate
Large Paint Brush
Baby Wipes
Blue Marker or Crayon
optional materials – heart and small bow stickers

Directions:

First print out the free “this year flew by” template printable on white cardstock paper. You only need one print per craft.
Next up – squirt some craft paint on a paper plate.
Rub the paint brush in the paint.
Now pick a hand – any hand will do!
Paint the palm of your child’s hands completely and then press it down on the printable, right on top of the kite design. Then can spread their fingers or you can direct them to hold them together tightly.
Be sure to also wiggle each finger so the paint really transfers to the paper.
Now lift up their hand.
Use the baby wipes to clean off excess paint from their hand and send them to the sink as well.
As for the printable, set it aside to let it dry completely.
When ready, and if desired, you are going to add some embellishments to bring it to life. I placed a heart sticker and small bows on mine. I also use a crayon to add some clouds in the background, to really tie the theme together.
When you are done decorating, then it’s time to display and/or gift it away proudly on graduation day! #gluedtomycrafts

RELATED POST —> Handprint Class of Apple Keepsake Idea For Grads

Are you by chance looking for a few more craft ideas that are geared towards the graduation and end of school year season? Maybe you need something to pair with today’s handprint “kite” the year flew by keepsake tutorial?

Then be sure to check out our super popular graduation applesauce cups, paper plate emoji graduation craft and handprint graduation owl keepsake posts! All of which are really nice to continue today’s theme! Remember – time flies so be sure to check them out now! Have fun! #gluedtomycrafts

Handprint Wizard Gnome Keepsake

Today's Handprint Gnome Wizard craft tutorial is something I thought of with the Harry Potter fans in mind!

Handprint This Year Flew By Kite Keepsake

Print This Tutorial

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Instructions:

First print out the free "this year flew by" template printable on white cardstock paper. You only need one print per craft.
Next up - squirt some craft paint on a paper plate.
Rub the paint brush in the paint.
Now pick a hand - any hand will do!
Paint the palm of your child’s hands completely and then press it down on the printable, right on top of the kite design. Then can spread their fingers or you can direct them to hold them together tightly.
Be sure to also wiggle each finger so the paint really transfers to the paper.
Now lift up their hand.
Use the baby wipes to clean off excess paint from their hand and send them to the sink as well.
As for the printable, set it aside to let it dry completely.
When ready, and if desired, you are going to add some embellishments to bring it to life. I placed a heart sticker and small bows on mine. I also use a crayon to add some clouds in the background, to really tie the theme together.
When you are done decorating, then it's time to display and/or gift it away proudly! #gluedtomycrafts