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Father's Day Crafts

Father’s Day Hero Stones

Author by Amanda Davis on June 4, 2019 Updated on June 3, 2022

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These painted rocks are ideal for Father's Day! Create these stones that come with their own case and make great paperweights!
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Paperweights have always made great gifts for Father’s Day. Just head outside and find some rocks, they’re super easy to make and are useful! Dad can use them at work at his desk, or at home in his own space. These Father’s Day Hero Stones rock paperweights tell dad what he is to you. He is your hero, so tell him!

Father's day hero stones in painted wooden crate


 

Painted Rocks for Father’s Day

This is a great project for older kids to make for dad. However, with some help from mom, these are also great for the younger set.

Related – check out a ton more ideas for painted rocks! 

Painted stones with uplifting words

I’ve put these into a little wooden crate as well. These crates can be found at Michaels and are only a couple of dollars.

paperweight stones for Father's day

What You’ll Need to Make Father’s Day Hero Stones

  • Small wooden crate
  • Smooth stones
  • Black and white acrylic paint
  • Paint pens or colored Sharpies
  • Sandpaper
  • Acrylic sealer – matte or satin finish


I’ve suggested some words in the instructions, but you can certainly substitute any others that you see fit.

river rocks

As I mentioned, you can get rocks out of the yard, or you can buy a bag from Michaels or other craft stores. I found mine over by the seashells near the florals.

painting the smooth stones

Start by painting the rocks black. Once they have dried completely, paint a circle of white paint in the center of each. You may need 2, or even 3 coats.

paint the wooden crate

Sand the edges of the wooden crate and paint it black. After it dries, sand the edges to expose some of the wood. When you’re all done you’ll write “my dad is…” on the front of the crate.

Use paint pens to write words on the painted stones

To decorate the rocks, use colorful paint pens to write the words on the rocks. Add polka dots around the border of the white circles.

DecoArt paint pens

Note: I used DecoArt’s paint pens, which I LOVE. I used them for the first time when I made my Colorful Mustache Mugs. However, you could use colored Sharpies if you want to. However, if you do, you will need to allow the Sharpies to dry for a couple hours before adding the sealer. If you don’t, the Sharpies might run and ruin all your work!

Painted stones with words

Full detailed instructions below. Have a Happy Father’s Day!

Father's Day Hero Stones

Find more Father’s Day craft ideas at the links below!

  • Fingerprint Daddy and Me Mug
  • Mod Podge Photo Collage Clipboard for Him
  • We Love You Photo Frame
  • Father’s Day Blue Collar Uniform Shirt Card
  • Cell Phone Selfie Father’s Day Card
  • Dad Rocks Paperweight
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5 from 3 votes

Father’s Day Hero Stones

These painted rocks are ideal for Father's Day! Create these stones that come with their own case and make great paperweights!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Crafting Time25 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins

Supplies

  • Small wooden crate
  • 6 smooth stones
  • Black and white acrylic paint
  • Paint pens or colored Sharpies
  • Sandpaper
  • Acrylic sealer matte or satin finish

Instructions

  • Paint the stones black and let dry completely. When dry, paint a circle on the stone with white paint. You will probably need 2-3 coats to cover; allow to dry between coats.
  • Sand the wooden crate and paint it black. When dry, sand the edges to expose the wood underneath. Use a white paint pen to write “my dad is…” across the front on both sides.
  • Use colored paint pens to write the following words in the white circle of the stones: strong, brave, smart, loving, honorable, my hero.
  • Use black paint pen to add small dots all around the inside edge of the white circles.
  • Allow everything to dry for several hours. Sharpies will run when sprayed with sealer if not allowed to dry completely so be sure not to skimp on this step!
  • Spray the crate and the stones with acrylic sealer. When dry, apply a second coat.

Expert Tips & FAQs

Use smooth stones you find outside, or you can purchase them near the floral department at your local craft store.

This post originally appeared here on May 26, 2013.

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Amanda Davis is the crafty, entrepreneurial mother of four children. She loves to bake, cook, make kid's crafts and create decorative items for her home. She is a crafting expert and guru in the kitchen and has appeared online and in print publications many times over the years.
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  1. Kristina & Millie says

    June 13, 2014 at 12:42 pm

    Love these stones – for any day of the year! Added them to our Father’s day round up (http://2crochethooks.com/11-kid-crafted-fathers-day-gifts/). Thanks for sharing :)

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    • Amanda Formaro says

      June 17, 2014 at 6:58 am

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  2. Cindy Thomas says

    May 30, 2014 at 12:54 pm

    This is a fantastic Father’s Day gift idea using painted rocks. I just shared it on my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CindyThomasPaintedRocks

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    • Amanda Formaro says

      June 2, 2014 at 7:11 am

      Thanks so much for the share Cindy!

      Reply
  3. Deceptively Educational says

    May 27, 2013 at 9:06 am

    What dad wouldn’t go nuts over this!?! Thanks for providing such great instructions too. I’d love it if you’d share this on the After School Linky Party on my blog right now!

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  4. Kristen S- Craft Gossip says

    May 26, 2013 at 8:42 pm

    So cute Amanda!! Just posted on CG!

    Hero Stones {Father’s Day Craft}

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    • Amanda Formaro says

      May 29, 2013 at 6:48 am

      Thanks so much Kristen!

      Reply
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