Dog Handprint Craft
Looking for a craft that’s cute, quick, and totally fridge-worthy? This dog handprint craft is paws-down one of our favorite ways to turn little hands into big smiles. Whether you're filling a rainy afternoon or need an easy classroom craft with a woof of charm, this one’s got you covered.
Bonus? It doubles as a sweet keepsake to remember just how tiny those fingers were and how wildly creative your kiddo can be.
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What You'll Need for This Handprint Dog Craft
How to Make a Dog Handprint Craft
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Gather your supplies.
Step 2: Cut Out the Pieces
Start by tracing and cutting out a handprint from brown construction paper. This will be your dog’s face and body.
Cut out the dog’s ears, spots, eyes, nose, and mouth from the colored construction paper using the template or freehand if you’re feeling bold!
Step 3: Add the Ears
Glue the ears behind the top of the handprint so they peek out like floppy puppy ears.
Step 4: Add the Spot
Add a big black circle to one side of the face for the spot.
Step 5: Add the Eyes
Next, glue on two white circles for the eyes and layer the smaller black circles on top.
Step 6: Draw the Pupils
Use a black marker to add pupils inside the eyes. You can leave a white dot for that cute cartoony shine.
Step 7: Add the Nose and Mouth
Glue the nose onto the center of the handprint palm.
Add the red mouth and white teeth underneath the nose to create a happy little grin.
Step 8: Draw Whiskers and Freckles
Draw on some whiskers and freckles with your black marker to finish the face.
All done!
Your playful pup is ready for display!
We'd love to see yours! Snap a photo and share it in the comments.
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