Mother’s Day is almost here, and there’s no better way to show your love than with a homemade handprint card. These creative ideas will help you capture those tiny hands in a truly special way.
1. Handprint Portrait Card
Create a portrait by using handprints as hair and drawing a face underneath. Personalize it to resemble mom and add a heartfelt message.
These products might help:
- Non-toxic Washable Finger Paints: Create vibrant handprint art safely with these easy-to-clean, non-toxic paints. Perfect for kids!
- Blank Greeting Card Pack: Personalize your Mother’s Day card with this versatile pack of high-quality blank greeting cards.
- Fine Tip Drawing Pens: Sketch detailed portraits with smooth, precision-tip pens ideal for outlining and designing.
2. Cupcake Handprint Card
Turn a handprint upside down to create a cupcake shape and decorate with a ‘gem cherry’ on top. My nieces love adding sprinkles with glitter glue, and it’s one of many DIY Mother’s Day card ideas you can try.
Try these:
- Non-Toxic Finger Paint Set: Create vibrant handprints for your card with a safe, non-toxic finger paint set.
- Glitter Glue Pens: Add sparkling sprinkles to your cupcake card using easy-to-apply glitter glue pens.
- Craft Cardstock Paper: Ensure your handprint card stands out with high-quality, durable cardstock paper.
3. Rainbow Handprint Card
Similar to other homemade Mother’s Day card ideas, you can use each finger as a different color to create a stunning rainbow. It’s a joyful way to brighten up any Mother’s Day.
Maybe worth checking out:
- Washable Finger Paints Set: Create vibrant handprints effortlessly with this set of non-toxic, washable finger paints.
- High-Quality Blank Cardstock: Use durable cardstock as the perfect canvas for your colorful handprint masterpiece.
- Kids Art Smock: Keep clothes clean and mess-free with this easy-to-wear, protective art smock.
4. Dino Handprint Card
Make a handprint and add eyes and spikes to create a cute dinosaur card. A little ‘ROARsome’ message adds a playful twist.
Items that may come in handy:
- Washable Finger Paint Set: Enhance your creativity with vibrant, safe, and washable finger paints for delightful handprint cards.
- Blank Greeting Card Pack: Craft personalized cards with this high-quality blank card pack, perfect for handprint designs.
- Kids Craft Eyes and Spikes Stickers: Add quirky eyes and spikes with these fun stickers to complete your dinosaur handprint card.
5. Handprint Penguin Card
Create an adorable penguin by using a black handprint and adding a white belly. For more inspiration, explore these unique handmade Mother’s Day cards. A cheerful ‘You’re cool, mom!’ is a frosty delight.
A few relevant products:
- Black Washable Finger Paint: Get creative with mess-free washable paints for a perfect penguin handprint. Easy cleanup guaranteed!
- White Cardstock Paper: Use high-quality cardstock to create sturdy, vibrant handprint cards that moms will treasure.
- Colorful Craft Glue Pens: Add fun details to your crafts with easy-to-use glue pens in various vibrant colors.
6. Handprint Heart Card
As one of the most classic Mother’s Day card ideas, paint your child’s hand with red or pink paint and press them together on a card to form a heart shape. Write ‘I love you this much!’ inside for a sweet touch.
Products that could assist:
- Non-toxic Finger Paint Set: Create vibrant handprint cards safely with colorful, non-toxic finger paints for your little artist.
- Blank Greeting Card Set: Use these blank cards as a canvas for your heartfelt handprint creations. Perfect for any occasion.
- Paintbrush Set for Kids: Apply paint evenly with a variety of brushes, ideal for small hands creating memorable art.
7. Handprint Butterfly Card
Use two handprints as the wings of a butterfly and add a body in the center. This is a perfect example of the many handprint crafts for toddlers you can make. It’s a colorful way to say ‘You make my heart flutter!’
A few helpful options:
- Washable Finger Paints Set: Create vibrant handprints for your butterfly card with safe, washable finger paints. Perfect for kids!
- Blank Cardstock Pack: Craft sturdy butterfly cards with high-quality blank cardstock. Ideal for all crafting needs!
- Colored Craft Markers Set: Add detailed designs to your card using versatile, colorful markers. Enhance creativity easily!
8. Sunflower Handprint Card
Transform those little fingers into the petals of a DIY sunflower with yellow paint. Add a stem with green paper or a marker, and you’ve got a card that says ‘You brighten my world!’
A few suggestions:
- Non-Toxic Washable Yellow Paint: Create safe, vibrant sunflower petals with non-toxic paint. Perfect for fun, worry-free crafting.
- Green Construction Paper: Craft sturdy stems with green construction paper. Add dimension and texture to your sunflower card.
- Fine-Tip Green Marker: Add detailed stems with a fine-tip green marker. Elevate your card’s visual appeal.
9. Handprint Flower Bouquet
Use several handprints in different colors to form a vibrant bouquet. It’s a 3D effect that truly pops, and it’s a favorite in my workshop. See other thoughtful handprint gift ideas for more inspiration.
May just do the trick:
- Non-Toxic Finger Paint Set: Create vibrant handprints with this safe, non-toxic paint set in a variety of colors.
- Textured Craft Paper Pad: Enhance your card’s look with a textured craft paper pad for a premium feel.
- Paintbrush Set for Detail Work: Add finer details to your bouquet using a versatile set of detail paintbrushes.
10. Handprint Balloon Bouquet
When looking for fun Mother’s Day crafts, create balloons using different colored handprints and attach strings with a marker. It’s a festive way to lift any mom’s spirits.
A few choices to try:
- Washable Finger Paints: Explore creativity with vibrant, safe, and washable paints perfect for colorful handprint balloon art.
- Blank Greeting Card Pack: Craft personalized cards using high-quality, blank greeting cards ideal for any creative project.
- Fine Tip Permanent Markers: Enhance your artwork with precise, vibrant lines using these fine tip permanent markers.
11. Handprint Peekaboo Card
Create a card that opens to reveal a hidden handprint surprise inside. It’s a playful way to make any mom smile with delight. Explore more creative Mother’s Day card ideas for other fun projects.
Explore these options:
- Watercolor Paint Set: Unleash creativity with vibrant watercolor paints, perfect for heartfelt handprint designs.
- Cardstock Paper Pack: Sturdy cardstock ensures your peekaboo cards last, making them perfect keepsakes.
- Paint Brushes for Kids: Easy-to-use paint brushes ideal for small hands creating colorful card designs.
12. Handprint Strawberry Card
Paint a red handprint and add green leaves on top to turn it into a strawberry. A ‘Berry much love’ message completes this sweet homemade Mother’s Day card idea.
Useful items to consider:
- Washable Non-Toxic Finger Paints Set: Create vibrant handprint cards safely with child-friendly, easy-to-clean paints.
- Cardstock Paper for Crafts: Use sturdy cardstock to make your handprint card durable and professional-looking.
- Assorted Paintbrush Set for Kids: Add fine details to your craft using a variety of brushes designed for little hands.
13. Handprint Firework Card
Along with other Mother’s Day handprint ideas, you can turn handprints into dazzling fireworks with glitter for a sparkling touch. It’s a festive way to celebrate all that moms do.
Some handy options:
- Glitter Set for Crafts: Add sparkling flair to your handprint cards with vibrant glitter. Enhance every creative project today!
- Multicolor Ink Pad: Use a multicolor ink pad for diverse, vivid prints that bring your cards to life effortlessly.
- Sturdy Craft Paper: Ensure your handprint cards last with durable, high-quality craft paper. Ideal for every project.
14. Handprint Flower Pot
Create a flower pot with handprint flowers and a personalized message. It’s a perfect way to say ‘Thank you for helping me grow’ and a wonderful project among many DIY Mother’s Day card ideas.
Check these products out:
- Acrylic Craft Paint Set: Bring your flower pot to life with vibrant, durable colors. Perfect for creative handprint designs.
- Terracotta Flower Pots: Use these durable pots as the perfect base for your personalized handprint flower creations.
- Kids’ Paint Brushes Set: Ensure smooth and precise application with these easy-grip brushes. Ideal for little hands.

















