# 8 Cards To Make For Dad

> Need some card making inspiration? These 8 DIY cards are great to make for your Dad! From Star Wars to fishing inspired cards.

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These 8 cards to make for Dad are all great for Father’s Day, birthdays or just to show Dad you love him. Why [buy a card](https://amzn.to/3L6loAY) when it is much more enjoyable and personalized to make one? There is a card for every dad here, from Star Wars cards to a very fun car card. We know you will find a card that Dad will love.

## 8 Cards To Make For Dad

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![8 Cards To Make For Dad](/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/8-cards-to-make-for-Dad-683x1024.jpg)

Any homemade card is sure to be cherished by your Dad. It is so simple to make your own DIY card. Simply get out your [markers](https://amzn.to/3OVpuNw), [pencils](https://amzn.to/45AVIog), and [craft supplies](https://amzn.to/3R0PUAb) and get creative. But sometimes it is nice to have some inspiration before starting on your cardmaking. We have found 8 of the best card designs that are fun to make and will make Dad go WOW!

### 1. Shirt & Tie Card

![Shirt & Tie Card](/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1-6-cards-to-make-for-dad.jpg)

The perfect card for a dad who loves to be dressed in a shirt and tie. This card is fun to make for all occasions, we especially love the idea of having a Christmas-themed tie! [Click here for the step-by-step tutorial.](http://aloadofoldpickle.blogspot.co.nz/2013/04/shirt-cards.html)

### 2. Crossword Card

![Crossword Card](/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/2-6-cards-to-make-for-dad.jpg)

A card especially for all of the crossword-loving dads. [Follow this link to see how it was done.](http://janscreativecorner.blogspot.co.nz/2015/06/just-add-typography-jai-267.html)

### 3. Personalized Father’s Day Card: Draw on Dad’s Face

![Personalized Father’s Day Card: Draw on Dad’s Face](/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Personalized-Fathers-Day-Card-1-683x1024.jpg)

This is a quick and fun card for kids to make. Simply print out the free printable, add a heartfelt message, and then draw on Dad’s face! [Follow this link to find out more and to print out the card template](https://www.diythought.com/personalized-fathers-day-card-draw-on-dads-face/).

### 4. Car Card

![Car Card](/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/4-6-cards-to-make-for-dad.jpg)

[Included with this tutorial is a printable template](http://stampndesign.blogspot.co.nz/2011/11/vw-bug-bad-day-card.html) for this car card. Either make the card as a car silhouette or stick the car cut out onto a piece of cardstock.  Either way, the results will be one super cool car card!

### 5. Fishing Card

![Fishing Card](/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/5-Fathers-Day-Cards.jpeg)

Show Dad how fin-tastic he is with this fun fishing card.  We love the handprint fish! This is one super fun card to make and will be cherished for years to come. Head over to [Fun Handprint Art Blog](https://funhandprintartblog.com/adorable-handprint-fathers-day-card.html) to read more about this fun DIY card.

### 6. Light-Up Cards

![Light-Up Cards](/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/6-6-cards-to-make-for-dad.jpg)

These Father’s Day cards are perfect for kids and dads who love Star Wars and only take a few minutes to assemble. [Left Brain Craft Brain](http://leftbraincraftbrain.com/light-up-fathers-day-cards/) has a detailed tutorial to follow.

### 7. iDad Card

![iDad Card](/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/7-6-cards-to-make-for-dad.jpg)

A card for the gadget-loving dad. There is no need to buy Dad a gadget when you can make him this card! [Follow this link to get the full tutorial.](http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/962089/idad-fathers-day-card)

### 8. I Love You This Much Card

![I Love You This Much Card](/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/8-fathers-day-cards-1024x683.jpeg)

Trace and cut around your child’s hands to create this fun card. Dad will love stretching the hands apart to see just how much you love him.Head over to [Snap. Craft. Chomp](https://snapcraftchomp.wordpress.com/2013/02/16/i-love-you-this-much-card/) to read the full tutorial on how to make this card.

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