Fathers Day Tie Crafts for Kids are a go-to for June because every dad or grandpa has a soft spot for a handmade necktie. I put this list together because most craft tutorials online look great but are way too messy or complicated for a busy afternoon at home. 🎨
If you are looking for a sweet keepsake that doesn’t require a trip to the specialty craft store, these ideas focus on simple supplies like paper and paint. Your little ones will feel proud handing over a “fancy” gift they built themselves, and Dad gets a memory he’ll actually want to keep.
1. Easy Paper Neck Tie Card 💌
I included this one first because it is a classic that never fails when you are short on time. I’ve noticed that kids love choosing their own “fabric” patterns using crayons or markers, making each card feel personal to their dad’s style.
How to Make
- Fold a piece of cardstock in half to create the base.
- Cut a simple neck tie shape from a contrasting piece of paper.
- Let the kids draw stripes, polka dots, or “Best Dad” on the tie.
- Glue the top of the tie to the front of the card.
Style Guide
- Materials: Cardstock, markers, glue stick, and safety scissors.
- Colors: Use bright blues, greens, or even a fun neon yellow for a pop.
2. Bow Tie Handprint Craft 🖐️
This is the best way to capture how small those hands are right now. I love this version because turning a handprint into a bow tie is a clever twist on the usual handprint tree or flower.
How to Make
- Paint the child’s palms with washable craft paint.
- Press the hands onto paper with the palms touching and fingers pointing outward.
- Once dry, draw a small circle in the middle to finish the bow shape.
- Add a hand-drawn “shirt collar” at the top to complete the look.
Style Guide
- Materials: Washable tempera paint, white heavy paper, and a black sharpie.
- Vibe: Sentimental and messy-fun.
3. Happy Father’s Day Tie Banner 🚩
If you want to surprise him the moment he walks into the room, this hanging decoration is the way to go. It’s a great group project if you have multiple kids who all want to contribute a piece.
How to Make
- Cut out several neck tie shapes from colorful construction paper.
- Write one letter of “HAPPY FATHER’S DAY” on each tie.
- Punch two holes in the top of each paper tie.
- Thread a piece of twine or ribbon through the holes to hang it up.
Style Guide
- Materials: Multi-colored construction paper, twine, hole punch, and glitter pens.
- Layout: Hang it across a mantle or a doorway for maximum impact.
4. Easy Folded Tie Surprise Card 📂
I picked this design because it adds a bit of “wow” factor without needing expert origami skills. It’s a neck tie that looks standard on the outside but opens up to reveal a hidden message or drawing.
How to Make
- Fold a long strip of paper into thirds, accordion-style.
- Cut the folded stack into a tie shape, keeping the side folds intact.
- Draw the tie design on the front panel.
- Write a “Surprise!” message inside the middle folds for Dad to find.
Style Guide
- Materials: Long scraps of wrapping paper or construction paper.
- Colors: Try using “dad colors” like navy, hunter green, or burgundy.
5. Colorful Bow Tie Canvas Art 🖼️
This works well if you want a gift that feels like a “real” piece of art for his office. Using a small canvas makes the project feel special, and using a bow tie as the subject keeps it playful.
How to Make
- Use masking tape to outline a bow tie shape in the center of a small canvas.
- Let the kids paint the entire canvas with different colors.
- Carefully peel off the tape while the paint is still slightly tacky.
- The white space left behind will be a perfect, crisp bow tie silhouette.
Style Guide
- Materials: Mini 5×7 canvas, acrylic paint, and masking tape.
- Aesthetic: Modern, abstract, and vibrant.
6. DIY Neck Tie Photo Frame 📸
I’m lowkey obsessed with this idea because it combines a craft with a photo. It’s a neck tie frame that holds a picture of the kids, making it a permanent fixture on a desk.
How to Make
- Cut a large tie shape out of thick cardboard.
- Cut a rectangle out of the middle of the “knot” or the main body.
- Tape a photo to the back so it shows through the window.
- Decorate the frame with buttons or “tie tacks” made of beads.
Style Guide
- Materials: Corrugated cardboard, a 4×6 photo, buttons, and strong glue.
- Tip: Use a cereal box if you don’t have heavy cardstock.
7. Easy Shirt and Tie Card Craft 👕
This is the “fancy” version of a standard card. I love how the paper “collar” makes the whole thing look like a tiny suit, and it’s actually very simple to assemble.
How to Make
- Fold the top of a card down twice to look like a shirt collar.
- Slide a paper neck tie under the collar folds.
- Glue two small buttons to the tips of the collar for a button-down look.
- Write your message on the “chest” of the shirt.
Style Guide
- Materials: Light blue paper for the shirt and patterned paper for the tie.
- Look: Sharp, tidy, and adorable.
8. Happy Father’s Day Bow Tie Badge 🏅
Kids love making things they can actually pin on Dad. This bow tie badge turns him into the guest of honor for the day.
How to Make
- Cut a small bow tie out of stiff felt or heavy paper.
- Decorate it with glitter or fabric markers.
- Glue a safety pin or a clothespin to the back.
- Have the kids present it to him to wear during Father’s Day brunch.
Style Guide
- Materials: Felt scraps, safety pins, and hot glue (adult help needed).
- Colors: Go bold with royal purple or bright red.
9. Patterned Neck Tie Bookmark 🔖
If the dad in your life is a reader, this is the most practical gift on the list. It’s a skinny neck tie that keeps his place in his favorite book.
How to Make
- Cut a long, thin tie shape from cardstock.
- Use stamps or sponges to create a repetitive pattern on the paper.
- Laminate it with clear packing tape for durability.
- Punch a hole in the “knot” and tie a piece of yarn through it.
Style Guide
- Materials: Cardstock, ink pads/stamps, and yarn.
- Size: About 6 inches long to fit most novels.
10. Bow Tie Popsicle Stick Craft 🍦
This is a great one for toddlers because popsicle sticks are easy for small hands to hold and glue. You can make a whole “family” of bow tie characters.
How to Make
- Paint three popsicle sticks and glue them together in a “fan” or “bowtie” shape.
- Add googly eyes and a smile to the center popsicle stick.
- Glue a small paper bow tie under the “chin.”
- Use them as puppets or stick them in a potted plant as a decoration.
Style Guide
- Materials: Jumbo popsicle sticks, googly eyes, and pipe cleaners.
- Colors: Multi-color sticks make it look more playful.
11. Easy Tie Trophy Craft 🏆
Every dad deserves a trophy, but this one is made of paper. I like this because it’s a “First Place” award that features a neck tie instead of a boring cup.
How to Make
- Cut a trophy shape out of yellow paper.
- Glue a small easy paper tie right in the center of the trophy.
- Write “#1 Dad” on the tie.
- Glue the whole thing to a paper plate base so it can stand up.
Style Guide
- Materials: Yellow construction paper, paper plates, and gold glitter.
- Vibe: Proud and celebratory.
12. Happy Father’s Day Tie Collage 🎨
This is a perfect way to use up those random scraps in the craft bin. It’s a “mosaic” style neck tie that lets kids get creative with textures.
How to Make
- Draw a large tie outline on a piece of cardboard.
- Gather scraps of tissue paper, magazine clippings, and ribbon.
- Let the kids glue the scraps inside the outline until the tie is full.
- Trim any overlapping edges for a clean look.
Style Guide
- Materials: Magazine pages, tissue paper, and school glue.
- Tip: Group colors together (e.g., all blue scraps) for a more organized look.
13. DIY Bow Tie Gift Box 🎁
If you already bought a small gift, this is a way to “wrap” it with a handmade touch. This bow tie box is perfect for holding candy or a new watch.
How to Make
- Take a plain brown paper bag or small box.
- Fold the top over and glue a large paper bow tie to the “neck.”
- Add two paper “buttons” down the front of the bag.
- Fill with Dad’s favorite treats.
Style Guide
- Materials: Brown paper lunch bags or cardstock boxes.
- Colors: Natural kraft paper looks great with a bright red bow.
14. Easy Painted Neck Tie Canvas 🎨
For kids who love to get their hands dirty, this painting project is a winner. It creates a lasting piece of art that features a neck tie silhouette.
How to Make
- Cut a tie shape out of a piece of contact paper and stick it to a canvas.
- Let the kids paint over the entire canvas, including the sticker.
- Once the paint is dry, peel off the contact paper.
- You’re left with a clean tie shape in the middle of a colorful mess.
Style Guide
- Materials: Canvas, acrylic paint, and contact paper (or painters tape).
- Aesthetic: High-contrast and artistic.
15. Bow Tie Monster Card Craft 👾
If Dad has a good sense of humor, he’ll love this one. It’s a “Monster” wearing a bow tie, because even monsters have to dress up for Father’s Day!
How to Make
- Fold a piece of bright green or purple paper to make a card.
- Add multiple googly eyes and some paper “teeth” to the front.
- Give the monster a very tiny, very fancy paper bow tie.
- Write: “To my favorite Monster Dad!”
Style Guide
- Materials: Neon paper, googly eyes, and glue.
- Vibe: Silly, fun, and lighthearted.
16. Happy Father’s Day Tie Garland 🎈
This is a simpler version of the banner that uses mini-ties. It’s an easy way to decorate his breakfast-in-bed tray or his home office chair.
How to Make
- Cut out 10-12 mini ties (about 3 inches long).
- Decorate each one with a different pattern.
- Use tiny clothespins to clip the ties to a piece of string.
- Drape the garland anywhere he’ll see it first thing in the morning.
Style Guide
- Materials: Mini clothespins, string, and patterned cardstock.
- Tip: Use “Washi Tape” for instant patterns on the ties.
17. Easy Bow Tie Puppet Craft 🎭
This project turns Father’s Day into a performance. Kids can make a bow tie puppet and put on a show for the whole family.
How to Make
- Use a brown paper lunch bag as the puppet body.
- Glue a large bow tie under the “flap” (which is the mouth).
- Draw a face on the flap and add yarn hair.
- Put on a play about why Dad is the best!
Style Guide
- Materials: Paper bags, yarn, markers, and construction paper.
- Colors: Match the puppet’s “suit” to Dad’s favorite color.
18. DIY Neck Tie Memory Card 🧠
This is for the older kids who want to say something meaningful. Each section of the neck tie holds a different memory or reason why they love him.
How to Make
- Cut a long tie shape and divide it into 4 or 5 horizontal sections.
- In each section, write a prompt like “My favorite memory…” or “You are great at…”
- Let the child fill in the blanks.
- Fold it up like an accordion so he has to “unroll” the memories.
Style Guide
- Materials: Long construction paper and a fine-tip pen.
- Sentiment: Heartfelt and personal.
19. Happy Father’s Day Tie Sun Catcher ☀️
I love this because it brightens up the kitchen window. It’s a “stained glass” neck tie made with tissue paper that glows when the sun hits it.
How to Make
- Cut a tie “frame” out of black construction paper (remove the center).
- Place the frame on a piece of clear contact paper.
- Fill the middle with small squares of colorful tissue paper.
- Seal with another piece of contact paper and trim the edges.
Style Guide
- Materials: Contact paper, black paper, and colorful tissue paper.
- Placement: Tape it directly to a sunny window.
20. Easy Bow Tie Trophy Plaque 🏆
This is a solid, “heavy” gift that feels substantial. Using a wooden plaque makes this bow tie craft feel like a real award he can hang on the wall.
How to Make
- Paint a small wooden craft plaque a solid color.
- Glue a “fancy” fabric bow tie (you can make one from an old scrap of cloth) to the center.
- Use letter stickers to write “BEST DAD” around the bow.
- Add a picture hanger to the back.
Style Guide
- Materials: Wooden plaque, fabric scrap, and letter stickers.
- Colors: Dark wood stains look great with a bright silk-style bow.
Making Father’s Day Special
I hope these ideas help you find a project that fits your afternoon and your kids’ skill levels. Most of these Fathers Day Tie Crafts for Kids can be finished in under 30 minutes, leaving plenty of time for the actual celebration. If you found a craft you love, don’t forget to pin this post to your Father’s Day board so you can find it next year too! 📌
