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Dad Rocks Paperweight Craft
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DIY My Dad Rocks Craft

Paint rocks and turn them into a fun Father’s Day gift with this "My Dad Rocks" craft! These DIY painted rock paperweights are easy to customize and make a meaningful, handmade present Dad will love.
Active Time30 minutes
Drying Time1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time2 hours
Yield: 1 Father's Day paperweight
Author: Debbie Chapman
Cost: $1

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Materials

Instructions

Step 1: Find what you need

  • Gather your supplies and materials.
    My Dad Rocks Craft Supplies

Step 2: Paint a base coat

  • Paint a rock with a base coat of white paint. This will make your coloured paint show up better, allowing you to do less coats. Allow to dry.
    My Dad Rocks Craft
  • Choose a base colour for your rock (orange, for us) and paint over top of the white. Again, allow to dry.
    My Dad Rocks Craft
  • Add another coat of orange paint to the rock. Allow to dry for longer this time so that the paint is completely dry. (We waited 1 hour, to be safe.)
    My Dad Rocks Craft

Step 3: Add details with paint markers

  • Use a paint pen to add details to the rock. Start by making an outline of your shape.
    You can also use pencil to create a guideline, if you'd like. But keep in mind that it's hard to fully erase pencil from the painted surface.
    My Dad Rocks Craft
  • Fill the shape in with the paint marker. If your paint markers have a brush tip, this will provide the best coverage.
    Allow to dry for a few minutes and add a second coat, if necessary (usually only lighter colours need this).
    My Dad Rocks Craft
  • Optional: Use a different colour of paint marker and add a thick border around your shape.
    My Dad Rocks Craft
  • Then decorate the rock more. Here we added fun details around the edge of the rock.
    My Dad Rocks Craft
  • Finally, once the paint marker is totally dry, write a fun pun/Father's Day message on the rock. (Keep reading below for some ideas.)
    My Dad Rocks Craft
  • Your "My Dad rocks" paperweight is complete!
    My Dad Rocks Craft
  • Personalize your Dad painted rocks to fit the special father figure in your life. Use his favourite colours, or reference his hobbies and interests.
    Keep reading below for some fun ideas!
    My Dad Rocks Craft

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Notes

Looking for more Father's Day craft ideas? Here's a few of our favourites:
Dad String Art
Perler Bead Picture Frame
Superhero Father's Day Gift